Pension Project Manager in Goole

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets. We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

We are looking for a Pension Project Manager to lead and deliver selected projects for Croda’s in-house Defined Benefit (DB) pension scheme, including process improvements, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with governance and compliance requirements.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience managing projects within Defined Benefit pension schemes
• Strong understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory framework
• Experience working with trustees and multiple pension advisers
• Excellent project management skills (planning, risk management, delivery)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to interpret technical pensions information
• Familiarity with pension administration systems and data management
• Knowledge of GMP equalisation projects is desirable
• Degree or equivalent experience
• Project management qualification is advantageous

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of pension-related projects (e.g. PIE, increasing future automation)
• Work with the provider of the Pensions Data and Calculation software (Capita) to increase the efficiencies of the current system and to introduce improved member options in areas such as automatic production of quotations online.
• Manage the introduction of employer sponsored projects, starting with the offer of Pension Increase Exchange (PIE) for new retirees.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets
• Prepare and present project updates to trustee boards and senior stakeholders
• Manage third-party providers and ensure delivery against agreed SLAs
• Ensure all projects comply with UK pensions legislation and regulatory requirements
• Support trustee governance processes, including documentation and audit trails
• Working with pension team members, identify opportunities to improve pension administration processes and member experience
• Lead system implementations or enhancements (e.g. admin platforms, data tools)
• Support digital transformation initiatives within the pensions function

This is a hybrid role based at our Global HQ in Cowick, East Yorkshire.

Croda is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.