Interim HR Project Manager - PART-TIME
Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Client: FTSE 100 Pharmaceuticals organisationLocation: 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 HR 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:
1. Leading diverse pensions projects - from system transitions to regulatory updates.
2. Partnering with HR, Finance, and external providers to deliver on objectives.
3. Enhancing administration processes and member communications.
4. Ensuring full compliance with UK pensions legislation and governance frameworks.
5. Managing risk, performance, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
6. 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:
7. Proven project management experience (PRINCE2 / PMP or equivalent).
8. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
9. A proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused approach.
10. 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