Project Manager

Smart Pension

. Lead effective delivery of change into the Smart Pension Master Trust (SPMT) .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the financial services sector, with a strong focus on delivering change initiatives in compliance with regulatory frameworks. Proficient in stakeholder communication, project documentation, and the use of project management tools to ensure successful project outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management ExperienceRecognised Project Management QualificationExperience in DC PensionsFamiliarity with Pensions LegislationProficiency in Project Management Tools

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementChange DeliveryRisk ManagementGovernance ReportingKPI MeasurementDocumentation ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsIssue Resolution

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsAttention to DetailOrganisational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ConfluenceJiraProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PRINCE2 FoundationAPM PMQPMP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesProfessional ServicesPensions GovernanceRegulatory FrameworksBusiness Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead effective delivery of change into the Smart Pension Master Trust (SPMT)
Oversee project scope, planning, delivery and communication
Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope and in accordance with business strategy and regulatory requirements
Set project direction through governance and oversee project delivery
Align project scope and risks with core change drivers and broader UK strategy
Manage business readiness for propositional, operational, regulatory and technology change
Coordinate resources and establish baseline standards before go-live approval
Maintain project documentation, including status reports, RAID logs and detailed plans for concurrent projects
Track milestones and deadlines and provide senior management with visibility into issues and risks
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third parties to align deliverables and transition outcomes into BAU operations
Organise project meetings, agendas and action items
Produce governance reporting, dashboards and management information for senior leadership
Use KPIs to support business cases, strategic decisions and outcome measurement
Integrate initiatives into the Change framework while maintaining compliance with internal standards
Improve change delivery through tooling, templates and process development
Communicate project successes and delivery updates across the organisation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Project management experience
Recognised project management qualification, or willingness to study (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation, APM PMQ, PMP)
Experience working within DC pensions, financial services or professional services sector
Familiarity with pensions legislation, scheme governance or regulatory frameworks (e.g. TPR, HMRC) desirable
Professionalism, accountability and project credibility
Ability to respond to changing business needs
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail
Ability to produce clear reports and correspondence for senior audiences
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Commercial and business awareness for issue resolution
Proficiency in project management tools such as Confluence, Jira or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days’ holiday per year, increasing with length of service
£500 annual training budget for professional development
Extensive private healthcare, including dental, eyecare and EAP
Enhanced sick leave (three months’ pay per year)
Enhanced maternity leave: six months fully paid
Enhanced paternity leave: three weeks fully paid
Death in service insurance cover
Fully-paid five-week sabbatical after five years of employment
In-office wellbeing services, including manicures, massages and barbers
50% discount on orders from Arena Flowers
Inclusive and equitable workplace
Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and in the workplace