Pension Fund Manager

ph3About the role /h3 pSenior leadership role at the heart of Belgium’s most innovative pension fund.

Location:
Belgium (hybrid, main hub in Ghent). Team: Pension Fund Leadership. /p h3What you’ll own /h3 pWe are looking for a Pension Fund Manager to lead the strategy, governance, and operations of Warren Pension Fund OFP. This is a senior, hands‑on leadership role with full executive responsibility for the fund’s financial soundness, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You will report to the Board of Directors and work closely with internal teams, service providers, and regulators. /p h3The day to day /h3 h3Strategy Governance /h3 ul liLead the execution of the fund’s strategy in line with regulatory and board directives. /li liPrepare and deliver Board and General Assembly documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and formal submissions to the FSMA. /li liMaintain oversight of fund governance and internal controls, supported by legal and compliance partners. /li liRepresent the fund externally: regulators, auditors, and sector bodies. /li /ul h3Operational Leadership /h3 ul liAct as Product Owner for the Admin Portal: define requirements and guide IT on workflow automation. /li liOversee daily fund administration: participant data, benefit statements, claims processing, and documentation. /li liEnsure timely collection of contributions, accurate payroll reconciliation, and cash transfers to the trading platform. /li liSupervise treasury and liquidity management, including operational payments and bridge funding. /li /ul h3Risk Compliance /h3 ul liIdentify and monitor operational risks; conduct regular assessments of internal and third‑party processes. /li liEnsure the fund remains fully compliant with IORP II and Belgian regulatory obligations. /li liManage relationships with the FSMA, external auditors, and the compliance function. /li /ul h3Investments /h3 ul liCoordinate with the investment committee to monitor performance, review allocations, and align with fund objectives. /li liTrack investment risks and deliver performance reporting to the Board. /li liEnsure the investment policy remains aligned with participant needs and regulatory requirements. /li /ul h3Stakeholder Employer Engagement /h3 ul liAct as primary contact for employer and employee representatives on all fund administration matters. /li liProvide updates, training, and guidance on scheme rules, system usage, and regulatory changes. /li liLiaise with third‑party service providers to ensure smooth delivery and timely issue resolution. /li liSupport the Warren BV commercial team in onboarding new employer clients into the fund. /li /ul h3You Are /h3 ul liExperienced: minimum 7–10 years in pension fund management, insurance, or regulated financial services. /li liGovernance‑savvy: deep understanding of Belgian pension regulation, IORP II, and FSMA processes. /li liA natural leader: comfortable managing cross‑functional teams, external partners, and board‑level stakeholders. /li liDetail‑oriented but strategic: you can move between the big picture and the operational detail with ease. /li liTech‑curious: you see digital tools and AI‑assisted workflows as a genuine advantage, not a threat. /li liAn excellent communicator: native Dutch speaker, fluent in English. French is a plus. /li liDriven by mission: you want to fix something that’s been broken for too long. /li /ul pMost importantly: you want a role where your impact is real, visible, and lasting. /p h3Why join Warren /h3 ul liExecutive mandate with real scope: you run a fully licensed pension fund, not a pilot project. /li liBuild something new: shape how occupational pensions work in Belgium for years to come. /li liMission with impact: fixing pensions and financial wellness for thousands of employees. /li liCollaborate with a team of top professionals, backed by top‑tier investors. /li liWork at the intersection of fintech, regulation, and institutional finance, all in one role. /li /ul /p