Project Manager (Pensions, Financial Services)

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Our Client administers the Principal Civil Service Pension Scheme (PCSPS) and provides pensions to over 1.5 million people. They have in-depth knowledge and expertise in the administration of Defined Benefit pension schemes and provide tailored services to more than 300 Government employers. Also, through their Training and Employee Engagement Service, they offer training on a wide range of pension related topics and legislative change.

They are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the Portfolio and Change team on a 12 month fixed term contract. 

Within the role you will be responsible for managing a large project, or a collection of smaller initiatives, implementing key business change, legislative and / or regulatory change. Working with key stakeholders, you will be required to deliver projects to a high quality in accordance with the Portfolio and Change Lifecycle, ensuring all deliverables are clearly communicated and agreed.

They are looking for someone who has a background in pensions or financial services, as well as project management experience, and a recognised formal qualification (Princes II or PMP – PMI qualification). With experience in coordinating meetings and providing reports, you will have the ability to draft and present business critical documents to key stakeholders.

Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as is having experience in using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Project, Excel and Visio. With effective time management skills, you will be able to support and manage several initiatives in parallel and will have the ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.

This is a Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd vacancy who are operating as an employment agency. Once you have clicked to apply for this vacancy, we will then send you more information on the role including a copy of the application form via email.