Data Solutions Project Manager

Vodafone; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Data Solutions Project Manager to drive project delivery in their UK Retirement business. This newly formed team focuses on managing pension projects, allowing the successful candidate to work both virtually and from the office, with significant opportunity for influence and growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Two Global Wellbeing Days annually

Flexible working options

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in pensions administration or the wider pensions industry is preferred.
• Experience managing a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of client project portfolio ensuring timelines and budget compliance.
• Monitor project progress and manage reporting throughout the lifecycle.
• Proactively manage risks and escalate issues when necessary.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of MS products

Knowledge of GMP Equalisation

Education

PRINCE2 or Agile certification

Job description

Data Solutions Project Manager

Are you a driven and proactive Project Manager, looking or a new challenge?

Can you manage a variety of pension projects, and collaboratively work with a diverse team to deliver to time, cost and quality?

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Data Solutions Team, within Aon's UK Retirement business. This is a newly created team which brings together pension specialists from across our business to deliver project work for clients.

This is a hybrid opportunity with flexibility to work both virtually and from one of our UK office locations.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

The role will vary in breadth, depending on the complexity of the project, but primarily you will be responsible for delivery a portfolio of revenue-generating client projects. You'll ensure that all workstreams are managed and anticipated benefits are delivered to the agreed timescales, resource plan and financial budgets.

• You will ensure all projects are clearly defined during initiation, monitoring progress, and will manage reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• You will manage projects and take appropriate action to manage expectations, deadlines, budgetary plans, process efficiency, ensuring Aon technology solutions are observed and delivered
• You will proactively manage risk and change control on all projects
• You will shape the project structure and actively engage with stakeholders in managing escalations, priorities and resolving project issues

How this opportunity is different

It's an interesting time for the UK Pensions Industry. Trustee Boards are looking or ways to reduce or settle their risk; while supporting their pension savers through changes due to legislative updates and flexible retirement options.

As a result, the demand for efficiently managed and successfully delivered pension project work has never been greater.

As a Project Manager within the Data Solutions Team, you will get the opportunity to interact with a wide range of colleagues and teams within the UK Retirement business on the delivery of client projects. You'll join a new team at the start of its journey have a significant influence on its direction and impact.

Aon offers an environment where individuals can grow and develop in a rewarding role. We are confident that you will feel just as passionate as we do in empowering results for our clients and your career.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Project management experience across a variety of projects
• Previous experience in pensions administration or wider pensions industry
• Good understanding of MS products such as Project, Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to provide ongoing quality
• Qualified or studying towards a project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile.
• Experience in, or knowledge of, GMP Equalisation and/or Risk Settlement activity would be an advantage.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on [e-mail]

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Dependant on regional requirements, please include specific benefits where applicable and relevant accommodation criteria and enhanced equal opportunities statement.

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