Senior Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Universities Superannuation Scheme Full time
Digital Project Manager (Platform Programme)Business Area: Group TransformationPlace of Work: LiverpoolContract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Team Overview

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts.

Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model.

About the role

In your role as Digital Project Manager (Platform Programme), you will make a meaningful and valuable contribution from the outset.

This role will provide a great opportunity to manage all the Digital workstreams, and Digital-related work packages within a wider strategic program, so they are delivered on time and in line with stakeholder expectations.

To be part of the Program Management team, delivering their specific project responsibilities holistically within the wider program plan and objectives.

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of the Group Transformation, you will be responsible for:

  • Form close working relationships with USS internal stakeholders to establish and manage their digital delivery expectations
  • Manage key external supplier delivery relationships
  • Manage the planning, set-up, and delivery of the Digital work areas (including Public Website, Member & Employer Portals, associated self-serve functionality, all digital interfaces, development, and delivery of all digital requirements) across all technical, process, and organizational elements
  • Workstream and work package management in line with USS program governance standards and cadence
  • Ensure that appropriate controls are in place, in line with program governance frameworks, to ensure effective governance and control of the work areas throughout its lifecycle
  • Lead the Digital workstream in a controlled, structured, and holistic manner as part of the wider strategic program ensuring change is delivered to the business with minimal disruption to the operational environment
About you

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box; if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

  • Awareness of leadership, organizational, delegation, and team-building skills for effective people management across large/interrelated technology projects
  • Comfortable with ambiguity; and capable of taking high-level direction and turning that into specific actions related to the Digital areas of the program
  • Excellent verbal communication skills; able to get messages across, and work with all levels in USS
  • Networking, presentation, negotiating, and influencing skills
  • Good level of planning and scheduling skills, ensuring the complex activities of interrelated project teams are controlled, coordinated, and linked into the overall portfolio plan
  • Ability to challenge and excellent decision-making skills
  • Ability to produce clear and concise written communications
Why join us?

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognizing and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture, and an excellent range of benefits

How we will reward you
  • Generous annual leave package
  • Great starting salary
  • Access to a high-quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
  • Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family-friendly pay)
  • Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental well-being
  • Access to a range of health and well-being services, private healthcare, discounted gym membership
  • Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge, and talent
  • Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
Our culture and values

Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and center' of what we do. This is embedded through our values:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Excellence

About us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £ (at 31 March To find out more, please visit



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