Pension Projects Team Leader

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pensions Project Team Lead to join their national projects team. This role involves leading a dedicated team to deliver pensions projects effectively while liaising with stakeholders and identifying process improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of defined benefit pensions and experience in team management. This position offers a generous remuneration package, significant career growth opportunities, and the flexibility to adapt your work environment. If you're ready for your next challenge in the pensions sector, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous remuneration package

Career growth opportunities

Excellent working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in pensions projects or GMP is essential.
• Prior team management or supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support team development.

Skills

Team Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Improvement

Defined Benefit Pensions Knowledge

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Professional Pensions Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Pensions Project Team Lead

Due to growth, my client, a leading occupational pensions consultancy, is currently seeking an experienced pensions professional (defined benefit) to join their national projects team in a team leading capacity. Responsibilities include:

1. Leading a team to ensure pensions projects (data preparation, GMP, etc.) are delivered on time and within budget.
2. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project delivery.
3. Identifying areas for process improvement.
4. Supporting team members and identifying learning and development opportunities.
5. Conducting regular performance reviews to manage team performance and address potential shortfalls.
6. Identifying opportunities for revenue growth while optimizing team time.
7. Supporting Relationship Managers and GMP teams with project queries.

Applicants should have experience in pensions projects or GMP, with prior team management or supervision preferred. Strong knowledge of 'defined benefit' pensions is essential, and experience in a pensions environment is highly desirable. This role may suit a current Pension Projects specialist seeking their next challenge.

The role offers a generous remuneration package including bonus, an excellent working environment, significant career growth opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.