IT / Data / Scheme Events

BranWell Ford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm is seeking an experienced project lead for remote pension scheme implementations. The successful candidate will act as a trusted deputy, leading client projects while ensuring compliance with defined benefit pension scheme rules. Responsibilities include translating client requirements into automated solutions, mentoring team members, and enhancing platform features. Strong analytical and project delivery skills are essential. This role offers professional support and a chance to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes and their rules.
• Proven experience in project delivery and mentoring others.
• Ability to simplify complex problems into clear solutions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key escalation point for the Scheme Benefits Implementation Manager.
• Lead client implementation projects from start to finish.
• Translate client needs into effective automated system solutions.
• Conduct analyses of scheme rules and produce thorough documentation.
• Oversee data migration and enhance calculation automation.
• Identify risks early to ensure smooth project progression.
• Deliver training and guide stakeholders on best practices.
• Mentor colleagues to foster continuous improvement.
• Support platform enhancements and new features.

Skills

Knowledge of DB pension schemes

Project delivery expertise

Mentoring experience

Attention to detail

Leadership confidence

Analytical skills

Job description

Remote role

Looking for a role where complex pensions challenges meet smart problem-solving? Join a team delivering high-stakes transition and change projects that shape the future of scheme operations.

What you’ll do

• Act as a key escalation point and trusted deputy to the Scheme Benefits Implementation Manager
• Lead client implementation projects end-to-end
• Translate client requirements into robust, automated system solutions
• Analyse scheme rules, configure systems, and produce clear technical documentation
• Drive successful data migration and calculation automation
• Identify risks early and keep projects running smoothly
• Deliver training, guide stakeholders, and champion best practice
• Mentor colleagues and help build a culture of continuous improvement
• Support ongoing platform enhancements and new developments

What you’ll bring

• Strong knowledge of DB pension schemes and scheme rules
• Proven experience delivering projects and mentoring others
• A sharp eye for detail, the confidence to lead, and the ability to turn complexity into clarity

This is a great remote role with the opportunity to be supported professionally - don’t miss out!