Pensions Project Leader

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pensions Project Leader to oversee a dynamic team in Birmingham. This pivotal role involves leading data projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality pension administration services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in pensions, strong leadership skills, and a keen understanding of the UK pensions market. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a collaborative environment, driving continuous improvements and delivering exceptional service to clients. If you are passionate about pensions and looking to advance your career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in pension administration, including DB and DC arrangements.
• Strong commercial awareness of the UK Pensions Market.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team focused on de-risking activities and data analysis.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients and project leads.

Skills

Pensions Administration

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pension Administration Systems

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Pensions Project Leader
Competitive Salary
Permanent
Birmingham

Meraki Talent is currently working with a leading UK-based firm offering investments, pensions, benefits, and risk consulting services. The firm is looking for an experienced professional to lead the Pensions Data Projects team. This is a key role within a dynamic department that handles a diverse range of clients and provides top-notch services in pensions administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team focused on de-risking activities, data analysis, benefit rectification, GMPe calculations, and data cleanse tasks.
• Serve as the main point of contact for client managers, administration managers, and project leads.
• Plan and manage team workload, ensuring projects are completed accurately and on time.
• Estimate fees and timelines for project work.
• Prepare and present project updates to clients and trustees.
• Escalate complex technical queries to the appropriate support teams.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to enhance service quality, including automation of calculations.
• Ensure all complaints and errors are reported and addressed promptly.

Background:

• Extensive pension administration experience, including DB, DC pension arrangements.
• Strong commercial awareness of the UK Pensions Market.
• Experience in delivering data projects.
• Background in a client-focused role within pensions administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and pension administration systems.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate information to members and clients.
• Proven leadership skills with a collaborative and consultative approach.