Pensions Project and Engagement Manager

Pensions Projects & Engagement Manager

12 Month Contract

Salary: Up to £120,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for delivering strategic change, leading complex projects and improving member engagement?

We're partnering with a leading UK organisation to recruit a Pensions Projects & Engagement Manager to join its established in-house pensions team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a large pension function, leading high-profile projects, driving continuous improvement and enhancing the experience of pension scheme members.

Working closely with the Head of Group Pensions, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of strategic initiatives while collaborating with senior stakeholders across HR, Reward, Finance, Legal, Payroll and external advisers.

The Role

As Pensions Projects & Engagement Manager, you will:

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• Lead the delivery of complex pensions projects including scheme changes, benefit redesign, provider transitions, regulatory developments and governance improvements.
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• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, risk registers and governance documentation to ensure successful delivery.
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• Support the implementation of the organisation's long-term pensions strategy and translate strategic objectives into operational delivery.
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• Prepare high-quality reports, papers and recommendations for senior leadership and trustee meetings.
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• Ensure all projects are delivered in line with UK pensions legislation, regulatory requirements and governance standards.
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• Drive process improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, member experience and service delivery.
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• Oversee systems enhancements and support the implementation of new technologies to improve pension administration.
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• Design and deliver member engagement and communication strategies that are clear, accessible and fully compliant.
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• Lead member consultations and engagement exercises relating to pension changes and strategic initiatives.
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• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, trustees, external advisers, administrators and participating employers.
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• Use member feedback and data insights to continually improve communications and engagement.
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• Support organisational change activities including acquisitions, disposals and wider business transformation projects.
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• Contribute to training and development initiatives, promoting continuous improvement across the pensions function.
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About You

You'll be an experienced pensions professional with strong project management expertise and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

You'll ideally have:

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• Proven experience delivering large-scale pensions or reward-related projects.
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• Strong knowledge of UK pension schemes, including DB and/or DC arrangements.
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• Excellent understanding of UK pensions legislation, governance and regulatory requirements.
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• Experience managing complex change programmes and process improvement initiatives.
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• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical information into clear, engaging communications.
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• Experience working alongside trustees, advisers, legal teams and third-party providers.
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• Knowledge of pension administration systems and systems implementation projects.
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• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent planning and organisational skills.
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• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.
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• A professional pensions or financial qualification (PMI, ACCA or equivalent) would be advantageous.
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What's on Offer

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• Salary up to £120,000
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• Excellent benefits package
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• Opportunity to work within a highly respected in-house pensions team
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• Exposure to strategic projects with significant organisational impact
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• Collaborative and supportive working environment
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• Excellent career development opportunities
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• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
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