Project Manager - Pensions & Operations Change Delivery

Project Manager - Pensions & Operations Change Delivery

Full-Time 70000 - 85000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead transformative projects in pensions operations and collaborate with diverse teams.
  • Company: Dynamic financial services firm in Central London with a focus on operational excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to £115,000, bonuses, and hybrid working model.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team that values your skills and offers career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of pensions operations while making a real impact in a collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in managing complex projects and knowledge of UK regulatory requirements.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 85000 £ per year.

Our client is seeking an experienced Pensions Operations Project Manager to lead high-profile transformation initiatives, working closely with stakeholders, third-party administrators, and operational teams to deliver meaningful business outcomes. You'll help shape operational excellence while working in a highly collaborative and regulated financial services environment.

The Role:

  • Lead the full project delivery life cycle from initiation through to implementation and handover.
  • Manage key stakeholder relationships, ensuring expectations are understood and effectively managed.
  • Provide regular project status reporting and governance updates to the PMO.
  • Define project objectives, target operating models, and delivery outcomes.
  • Identify, manage, and escalate project risks and issues when required.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, resource requirements, and delivery schedules.
  • Coordinate internal teams and external vendors across multiple workstreams to ensure successful delivery.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven experience managing complex projects within Pensions Operations environments.
  • Knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape, including PRA and FCA requirements.
  • Strong understanding of customer operations and operational change delivery.
  • Experience delivering projects involving operations or pensions-related applications and technology platforms.
  • Knowledge of Finance Operating Models and business transformation initiatives.
  • Recognised project management qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, influencing, and leadership skills.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities, resources, and deadlines within a complex environment.

Project Manager - Pensions & Operations Change Delivery employer: Computappoint

At Computappoint, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, with the opportunity to work mostly remotely while still engaging with the team in London once a month. We are committed to employee growth, offering continuous learning opportunities and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Contact Details:

Computappoint Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Project Manager - Pensions & Operations Change Delivery

Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Pensions Operations Knowledge
Regulatory Knowledge (PRA and FCA)
Operational Change Delivery
Project Status Reporting
Risk Management