Employer-Nominated Trustee for Methodist Ministers' Pension Scheme (MMPS)

The Vacancy

The Methodist Ministers Pension Trust is a corporate body appointed by the Methodist Conference to govern the running of the MMPS. The Trust has a Board of Directors made up of a professional independent trustee, a number of lay people who have professional experience in pensions or investment matters, as well as individuals appointed by the membership of MMPS.

The Church is seeking a new Employer Nominated Trustee for MMPS.

About the role

The Methodist Church is seeking to recruit pension scheme board members with public, private or not-for-profit experience. Volunteers must reflect the calling of the Methodist Church to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission. Trustee responsibilities include ensuring the Scheme operates in the best interest of the beneficiaries, in line with relevant legislation, taking appropriate relevant professional advice and managing risks.

About You

Applicants should have:

• experience in pensions, investments or finance;
• the ability to act impartially, fairly and without conflict;
• the skills to analyse proposals, challenge professional advisors and make recommendations;
• an understanding of the Methodist Church and
• good communication skills.

Time Commitment

The role requires attendance at four Board meetings per year (estimated commitment of 3-4 hours/month). The successful applicant may be invited to join other sub-committees of the Trust (estimated commitment of 2-3 hours/month).

This is a volunteer role with all agreed expenses reimbursed in accordance with the MCGB's Travel and Expenses Policy

If you are willing to serve the Church in this way and would like to access more information about these opportunities or have any queries please email

Closing date: 10 July 2026.

Shortlisting date: end of July 2026.

Online Interview date: end of July or early August 2026.