Projects Lead

-; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government pension fund is seeking a proactive Projects Lead to spearhead improvement projects for enhanced service delivery. Working collaboratively across teams and with stakeholders, the successful candidate will help implement regulatory changes and efficiency improvements. Essential qualifications include a recognised project management qualification and experience with methodologies like Lean or Agile. The role promises a dynamic environment focused on delivering high-quality services to over 170 employer organisations in Trowbridge.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading change projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across teams.
• Strong understanding of service delivery improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement projects across the Wiltshire Pension Fund.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Enhance service delivery and performance.

Skills

Project management

Change methodologies (Lean/Agile)

Collaboration

Education

Recognised project management qualification

Job description

Job Description

Salary: £39,862 - £41,771

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting

Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Wiltshire Pension Fund - Driving Financial Resilience

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Projects Lead to join our Wiltshire Pension Fund Management Team. This is a key role, helping us deliver meaningful change across the Fund by leading improvement projects that enhance service delivery and ensure we meet our responsibilities to over 170 employer organisations.

You'll work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to manage a wide range of projects - from regulatory changes like McCloud, to annual benefit statements and service efficiency improvements. You'll bring people together, develop clear plans, and see them through to successful delivery. Your work will help us improve performance, streamline processes, and make better use of resources.

We're looking for someone who's confident working across teams, with strong project management skills and a good understanding of change methodologies like Lean or Agile. You'll be part of a supportive management team, helping shape the future of the Fund and ensuring we continue to deliver a high-quality service.

To be considered, you must hold a recognised project management qualification and having demonstrable experience in leading change projects using methodologies such as Lean or Agile.

Why us?

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For more details, contact Katy Hutchinson, Pension Fund Operations Manager via email here.

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