At Zatori, we believe great pension fund recruitment should be built on knowledge. That’s why our name, Zatori comes from the Japanese word for just that, ‘understanding.’

Before we offer solutions, we listen. We immerse ourselves in your challenges, goals, and market conditions, then consult with candid, strategic advice.

This approach is particularly powerful in pension fund recruitment, where UK schemes are used to the bum on seat pensions recruitment agency model when in reality, the right hiring decisions can shape the future of in-house pension schemes in the short, medium and long term.

Why Understanding Matters in Pension Recruitment

The pensions industry is evolving rapidly, with regulatory changes, shifting funding strategies, and a growing need for top-tier talent. Yet, many in-house pension schemes find recruitment a challenge and quite often choose to outsource as a matter of default. Some of the most common questions we hear include:

• Should we outsource to a consultancy?
• Our need is only temporary, how could we recruit for this, and what are the costs?
• We are based in an obscure location, which isn't a hub for pensions talent. What should we do?
• We were considering a buyout, but now we’re in surplus and slowing things down. How can we adapt our talent strategy?
• There are even more projects on the horizon for us surrounding data and dashboard but to name a few, how can we access the right talent to deliver our needs?

Rather than offering generic answers which are well trodden in the world of pension fund recruitment, we take a tailored approach, helping pension funds build effective, sustainable talent acquisition strategies taking pensions jobs to market on behalf of pension schemes in a way they haven't experienced before in the traditional pension recruitment agency model. 

The Zatori Approach to Pension Fund Recruitment

In-house pension schemes need recruitment solutions that are both strategic and flexible. We support pension funds by offering:

1. Consulting on Talent Strategy

There’s no point in setting ambitious objectives if you don’t have the talent to execute them. We help pension funds assess their workforce needs and create an effective hiring plan. We combine our data led insights as well our as detailed knowledge of what is happening in specific talent pools to create a comprehensive plan. Whether you're restructuring, expanding, or adjusting your approach, we provide the insights needed to align talent with business goals.

2. Going Out to the Consultancy Market

Sometimes, outsourcing to a pensions consultancy is the best option. We don't advise against it, in fact are very pro it in certain circumstances. 

3. Utilising Our Search Function for Permanent Talent

When pension schemes need long-term leadership and technical expertise, our specialist search function ensures access to top-tier pensions professionals. We understand where talent is and how to attract it, even in competitive or geographically challenging markets.

4. A Competitively Priced Contractor Solution

For in-house pension teams needing short-term expertise or project-based talent, our contractor solution is an ideal fit. We provide access to the best DB & DC pensions specialists in the UK at highly competitive rates, allowing funds to flex their workforce without long-term commitments.

Martin has been advising businesses in talent acquisition and retention for over a decade. Discuss how you he can help you elevate your strategy, book a call or contact him at martin.wigfield@zatori-consulting.co.uk