Pensions Project Manager - GSK0JP00107294

The Bloomsbury; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial service provider is seeking a Pensions Project Manager to oversee complex pensions-related projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, particularly in pensions or HR, and a thorough understanding of UK pensions legislation. Responsibilities include managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring compliance, and implementing process improvements to enhance the employee experience. This position is based in London and offers a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in pensions or HR functions.
• Strong understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end pensions projects ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Process improvement

Education

PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly capable Pensions Project Manager to lead and deliver complex pensions-related initiatives. This role is ideal for someone with strong project management experience in pensions or HR functions, who thrives in dynamic environments and can build effective relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of pensions projects, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, operational efficiency, and alignment with trustee and business objectives.
• Project Management: Lead pensions-related projects such as system transitions, regulatory updates, and trustee engagements, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with HR, Finance, external consultants, and third-party providers to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to pensions administration and employee experience using data insights and technology.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all projects comply with UK pensions legislation, internal policies, and industry best practices.
• Risk Management: Monitor project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues to maintain project continuity.
• Change Leadership: Develop and execute communication plans to support project rollouts and stakeholder engagement.
• Measurement & Reporting: Track and report project progress, KPIs, and outcomes to senior leadership and trustees.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent.
• Proven project management experience, ideally within pensions or HR-related functions.
• Strong understanding of UK pensions legislation, schemes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident decision-maker with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Resilience and flexibility under pressure, with the ability to reprioritise effectively.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive informed decisions.
• Proactive approach to process improvement and delivering results.