Pensions Policy and Proposition Manager

Job details
Posting date:	07 February 2026
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 March 2026
Location:	Bedford, MK40 1SU
Company:	Reed Talent Solutions
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	MaPS01099-357515

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Summary

Pensions Policy and Proposition Manager

£67,500 per annum

Bedford

Permanent

Hybrid Working

This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in developing and enhancing the MoneyHelper Pensions Dashboard — a nationally significant service designed to help people make informed decisions about their retirement. If you’re experienced in pensions, confident using data and regulation to guide improvements, and ready to work with a wide range of stakeholders, this role offers the chance to influence a service that truly matters.

Role Overview

The Pensions Policy and Proposition Manager will report directly to Senior Policy and Propositions Manage. In this role, you will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:

Defining Success Metrics: Develop metrics for the successful implementation and operation of the MoneyHelper Pensions Dashboard, considering dashboard policy and organisational strategy.
Policy & Process Improvement: Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to evaluate and enhance policies, processes, and controls, ensuring compliance and alignment with regulatory and consumer needs.
Analysing and Sharing Insights: Analyse a variety of data sources including internal metrics, consumer feedback, and market research to inform the development of the pensions dashboard.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements and influence policy and service enhancements.
Stakeholder Communication: Engage with colleagues and industry partners to share information and participate in discussions impacting the pensions dashboard.

You will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience.

Experience

Knowledge of UK pensions and retirement.
Background in pension propositions, product, consulting, or business analysis.
Experience analysing and summarising regulations.
Strong cross‑functional working experience.
Ability to use complex consumer, regulatory, and market data to shape propositions.
Experience setting clear performance and value measures.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong organisational and project‑management skills.
Confident analysing data and identifying trends.
Effective problem‑
Understanding of different pension types and regulatory frameworks.

About Us
The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

Caring
We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.
Connecting
We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
Transforming
We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

Our Inclusive Working Environment
By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

What We Offer

Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains
Cycle to work Scheme
Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs
Life assurance scheme
Give as you earn scheme
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
Enhanced family and sick pay
Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
Recognition Scheme
Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Flexible Working
At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per month. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Important Information About Applying

To make sure your application reaches us safely, please submit it only through our official MaPS application links.

Applications sent via third‑party or unauthorised websites, or emailed directly, unfortunately can’t be considered.

Please also note that MaPS is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: resourcing@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Our Recruitment Process

Stage 1: Application

06 February I 22 February

Submit your latest CV showing how you meet the role criteria.

Stage 2: Reed Telephone Interview

09 February I 24 February

Informal 30‑minute Teams call with a Reed consultant.

Stage 3: Final Interview

09 March I 10 March

One‑hour competency‑based interview via Teams with the hiring panel.

We follow fair, open, and merit‑based recruitment in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles.

Job Reference: MaPS01099

Close Date: 22/02/2026