Pension Projects Team Leader

Front Row Recruitment; Manchester (NC); On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced pensions professional to lead their national projects team. In this pivotal role, you will drive the delivery of critical pensions projects while managing a team and collaborating with stakeholders. Your expertise in defined benefit pensions will be crucial as you identify opportunities for process improvement and revenue growth. With a competitive remuneration package and flexible working arrangements, this is a fantastic opportunity for a current Pension Projects specialist looking to advance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Career Development Opportunities

Competitive Remuneration Package

Bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure pensions projects are delivered on time.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure project delivery.
• Identify areas for process improvement.

Skills

Team Management

Project Delivery

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Liaison

Defined Benefit Pensions Knowledge

Education

Experience in Pensions Projects

Team Management Experience

Job description

Salary:

£50,000 - £60,000 Annual plus bonus and benefits

Location:

City, Manchester

Description:

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 prep, 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 development and identifying learning opportunities.
5. Conducting regular performance reviews to manage team performance and address shortfalls.
6. Identifying opportunities for revenue growth while optimizing team time.
7. Supporting Relationship Managers and GMP teams with project queries.

Applicants must 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 the next challenge.

In return, my client offers a competitive remuneration package including bonus, an excellent working environment, significant career development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.