Interim Pensions Project Manager - PART-TIME

Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Client: FTSE 100 Pharmaceuticals organisation
Location: London (Hybrid)
Duration: 6-12 months
Part-time: 3 days per week

Are you a skilled Project Manager, keen to deliver meaningful change in the pensions space, for a leading, global organisation? This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and executing high-impact pensions initiatives.

You'll be managing complex, cross-functional projects that enhance member experience, strengthen governance, and support long-term financial wellbeing - from implementing GMP Equalisation, to improving digital communications and leading vendor transitions.

This is a unique chance to contribute to meaningful, people-focused projects within a respected global organisation - while enjoying flexible, part-time working arrangements.

The Role:

As the Pensions Project Manager, you'll oversee end-to-end delivery of pensions-related projects, working closely with internal teams, external advisors, and trustees to ensure seamless execution. You'll drive efficiency, uphold compliance standards, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across all pensions operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading diverse pensions projects - from system transitions to regulatory updates.

• Partnering with HR, Finance, and external providers to deliver on objectives.

• Enhancing administration processes and member communications.

• Ensuring full compliance with UK pensions legislation and governance frameworks.

• Managing risk, performance, and reporting to senior stakeholders.

• Supporting change communications and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements:

You'll bring a strong mix of Project Management expertise, pensions knowledge, and people skills - confident leading initiatives, influencing senior stakeholders, and keeping complex programmes on track.

You'll have:

• Proven project management experience (PRINCE2 / PMP or equivalent).

• Understanding of UK pensions legislation and scheme operations.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

• A proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused approach.

• Experience managing third-party providers and driving continuous improvement.

This is an urgent requirement - if interested, please apply asap and any questions, email claire.shipman@1st-executive.com