Head of Programme - Pension Administration

Strategic Leadership: + Develop and implement the Pensions Administration programme of change and transformation, presenting insights and analysis to improve strategic, business and operational planning. + Drive operational readiness and efficiencies, enhancing service delivery, people engagement and ensure alignment with Isio's overall business objectives. + Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and client-centric service. Programme Leadership: + Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of a complex programme of work for the Pensions Administration service incorporating industry and business priorities. + Build project implementation teams and empower programme team members. + Implement performance metrics to demonstrate effectiveness of the outcomes. + Effective governance through reporting and risk management across the programme. Stakeholder Engagement: + Build and maintain strong relationships across Isio service lines with key stakeholders and internal teams. + Design and implement a communications strategy to demonstrate progress and results of the programme to colleagues. Team Leadership: + Lead and develop high-performing project teams. + Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages professional growth and development. Financial Management: + Ensure programme outcomes are effective and growth and cost benefits are commercially realised. + Prepare and present programme reports to Pensions Administration Leadership, highlighting key insights and recommendations. Transformation Initiatives: + Lead the implementation of digital and process automation initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Pensions Administration services. + Be an advocate for change and the adoption of new technologies, tools, and ways of working to drive quality and innovation and improve client, member and colleague engagement.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Programme to join our Admin Leadership Team and lead our business through an exciting transformation and change strategy.,

• Proven experience of delivery and change in a senior role within a Pensions Administration business.
• Experience in a programme leadership within a Pensions Administration business.
• Strong track record of successfully leading large-scale transformation programmes.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing budgets and financial performance.
• Knowledge of pensions administration and digital transformation trends and technologies.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. FPMI, APMI, PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable., Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other - building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients.
  
  Isio was 'born' in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK's Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry-leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.
Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us - valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private. Isio is growing and we are looking for people who share our purpose and behaviours to join us on this journey, as we continue driving exceptional results for both our clients and people. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion - bringing your whole self to work every day. We have hubs across the UK and many of our roles are flexible in location to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.


• Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society.
• Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger.
• People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio's expertise and it is people's lives that we affect through our advice.
What we offer you Isio is a people business, and we're committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that'll be available to you will enable you to do this. On top, we also offer:
• A competitive remuneration package, including a bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Income protection benefits.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) as standard with the option to purchase additional days of holiday. As well as two additional 'Company' days - a celebration day for your birthday and an extra day over Christmas.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allowance
• Flexible working opportunities.
• A flexible benefits package.
• Internal development programmes including (technical and non-technical) training support and mentor programmes.
• Where required study support including study days, materials and exam entry support.