Project Lead - Pensions Administration Projects | Belfast, UK

Isio; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Isio is looking for a Project Lead to oversee technical administration projects within their specialist team. This role involves planning and executing various pension-related projects, ensuring compliance, managing stakeholders, and identifying process improvements. Applicants should have relevant experience with Defined Benefit schemes, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative spirit to enhance service delivery. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and market-leading bonus scheme

Study support for professional qualifications

Development and training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of delivering administration services to Defined Benefit pension schemes.
• Experience of working on bulk projects including GMP, Data Rectification, Pensions Dashboard.
• Willingness to learn and develop in the field of pensions administration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor pension administration projects, ensuring timely completion.
• Perform peer review data analysis and validation for accuracy.
• Prepare project status reports and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Experience in Defined Benefit pension schemes

Technical pensions and legislative knowledge

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Project Lead - Pensions Administration Projects

Project Lead - Pensions Administration Projects

Project Lead - Pensions Administration Projects

Project Lead - Pensions Administration Projects

We are seeking an experienced Project Lead to work in our specialist Administration Project Implementations Team.

You will be responsible for the delivery and oversight of technical administration projects.

The types of projects you may be asked to work on will include, but is not limited to, the following: GMP Implementation projects; De-risking activity including projects relating to insurance transactions; individual technical or high priority cases; Pensions Dashboard Data Projects; data work; .CETV Top Up Exercises and No Further Liability exercises.

What does the role entail?

• Project Delivery: Involvement in the planning, execution, and monitoring of pension administration projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Attendance on calls where needed, both internal and external to coordinate projects. Monitoring of the performance of other individuals working on the projects and their delivery.
• Data Analysis: Perform and Peer Review data analysis and validation to ensure the accuracy and integrity of pension data. Identify and resolve discrepancies under supervision.
• Reporting: Prepare regular project status reports, highlighting key milestones, risks, and issues. Provide recommendations for improvement where necessary.
• Compliance: Ensure all project activities comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. Stay updated on changes in pension legislation and best practices.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, team members, and third-party providers, to ensure effective communication and project delivery.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within pension administration projects. Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance service delivery.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, risk registers, and issue logs. Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
• Training and Support: Provide support to team members and clients on project-related activities and pension administration processes.

What we're looking for

• Demonstrable experience of delivering administration services to Defined Benefit pension schemes.
• Experience of working on bulk projects including GMP, Data Rectification, Pensions Dashboard of De-risking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience of working in a third-party administration environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly excel.
• Willingness to learn and develop in the field of pensions administration.
• Technical pensions and legislative knowledge and understanding would be advantageous.

What you can expect in return

• A competitive salary and market leading bonus scheme with stretch targets for high performance
• Study support to help you achieve professional qualifications, with salary increases for exam passes
• Development and training opportunities to support your career ambitions throughout your time with us
• A friendly, and supportive team who will help you to deliver your best work

You can find out more about us and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits

What's next?

Click on the 'apply' and follow the simple application process on-line.

At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact.

We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email [e-mail]

Department Pensions Administration Locations Multiple locations Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time

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