Jobs available as Money and Pensions Service relocates to Bedford

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is relocating its head office to Bedford.

MaPS will be moving from its current location in Central London to Bedford Borough Hall in early 2024, although a temporary space will be available in spring 2023.

Jobs will be advertised from tomorrow (Tuesday) – although the majority of London-based staff members will be based there from early 2024.

The relocation is part of the Government’s Levelling Up agenda and fulfils MaPS’ commitment, to move outside of London and the South East.

Caroline Siarkiewicz, chief executive of the Money and Pensions Service, said: “The relocation marks an important step for MaPS. We hope to retain as many of our existing colleagues as possible and attract staff from the East of England and further afield going forward.

“We’re working closely with Bedford Borough Council to develop our future office space within Borough Hall and build connections with local employers and the wider community.

“We’re confident that the move will not impact the provision of our money and pensions guidance or funded debt advice services. Our customers won’t notice any difference and the high quality of the help we provide will be maintained throughout.”

Dave Hodgson, Bedford mayor, said: “We’re delighted to have the Money and Pensions Service joining us in Bedford borough, which will provide a range of fantastic new jobs to our residents.

“These high-quality jobs based in Borough Hall will mean more people in the centre of Bedford area, using and spending money in shops, restaurants and outlets in and around the town centre.”