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Leader - Project Management

Apply locations UK London GB Chichester time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR103085

About Aptia

Aptia is a new force in the employee benefits and pensions administration services, on a mission to change the world of administration for the better.

In an underserved market, with huge potential for growth, Aptia serves 1,100 clients in the US and UK markets and will be supported by shared services in India and Portugal - helping more than seven million people live healthier and happier lives.

And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fuelled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.

Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. These aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term.

If you want to join a sector that never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development, we could have your perfect next role.

Job requirements

Aptia UK is looking for an exceptional senior leader to head up the Project Management team.

In this critical role, you will provide leadership across driving a range of complex, high-impact projects across our Pensions Administration business, both internally and externally.

You will have responsibility for a team of c.25 in the UK alongside a small team offshore in India.

The role will require both strategic thinking and strong people leadership skills as well as exceptional stakeholder management abilities, both internal and external.

This is a hybrid role, 3 days a week, and can be aligned to any Aptia UK office.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

1. Lead and oversee multiple complex programmes spanning internal operations and external client projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
2. Manage a team of project managers and specialists, fostering a high-performance culture across UK and offshore teams.
3. Collaborate closely with the executive team, clients, and senior external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
4. Drive the end-to-end project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery. Using appropriate project governance and agreed reporting methods.
5. Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and governance requirements within the pensions industry.
6. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and other key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on project-related matters.
7. Enhance internal processes, leveraging technology and best practices to improve efficiency within pensions administration services.
8. Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, ensuring their professional development and growth.
9. Manage project budgets, resources, and performance metrics, reporting progress to senior leadership and stakeholders.

This is a high-profile role within the organization where you will work with senior leadership and the Group Executive as well as a huge breadth of different department and client facing leaders.

If you think this could be your ideal next role, here’s what we’re looking for:

1. Proven experience in leading large-scale projects within the pensions administration or financial services sector (pensions industry knowledge preferred).
2. Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with experience managing UK-based and offshore teams.
3. Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including executive teams, clients, and external regulators.
4. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
5. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
6. Project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile).
7. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and drive change effectively.
8. Strong knowledge of pensions administration processes, regulations, and industry best practices (preferred).

If you are interested, please apply no later than Monday 5 May.

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply and submit your resume with appropriate contact information.

Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. At Aptia, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract and retain the best people without attention to age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, political affiliation, race, religion, gender and sexual orientation.

If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to ensure it is accessible to you, we encourage you to reach out to us.

About Us

Aptia is a trusted provider of employee benefits and pension administration services, with offices in the U.S. and U.K. supported by shared services in India and Portugal. We manage programs covering over six million people and serving more than 1,100 clients, catering to both B2B purchasers of the administration platform and B2C employees.

With our extensive experience in the industry, we will deliver efficient and reliable solutions that ensure the smooth management of employee benefits programs. Our dedicated team of experts will combine in-depth knowledge with leading technology to simplify the administration process for clients.