Senior Client Project Manager

Senior Client Project Manager (Pensions) 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We’re growing and want you to be a part of our journey. The role is suitable for an experienced Senior Client Project Manager with deep expertise in the pensions industry. You will lead high‑profile, strategic client projects across all Isio service lines and offices nationwide, working closely with the GMPe Programme Director and the Pension Administration and Operational Solutions teams to deliver transformative data initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead the GMPe project, drive other complex bespoke client projects, mentor project managers, and contribute to the evolution of our project management capability while acting as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders. Role and Responsibilities Client projects – Drive and manage the full project life cycle for multiple clients at a time, including set‑up, planning, progress reporting to key stakeholders, control, and project close. Stakeholder management – Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and internal leadership, influencing decision‑making and providing strategic guidance. Involvement in Business Development opportunities, pitches and client proposals. Resource management – Support the central programme team to assign and prioritise resources to projects. Financial Management – WIP management, preparation of fees/invoices, control of budget vs actual. Capability Development – Champion best practices in project management, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the development of frameworks and methodologies. Business Development – Play an active role in business development, supporting RFPs, pitches, and proposals, and identifying opportunities for future engagements. Key Skills & Experience Extensive experience delivering complex projects within the pensions industry, with a proven ability to manage multiple high‑value engagements simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross‑functional teams, and manage competing priorities. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to represent Isio at senior client forums. IT literacy – Microsoft Office suite (including MS Project) and familiarity with project management tools. Ability to work autonomously while providing leadership and direction to others. Professional qualifications: Association for Project Management (APM) PMQ or Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) preferred. Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose Power in Partnership – We work in partnership with our clients and each other, building open and trusted relationships. Future Focus – We want to push the industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients and society. Strength in Difference – We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. People First – Recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio’s expertise and we impact their lives 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. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits. About Isio 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 that 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. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. At Isio, we uphold the values of respect, fairness and inclusion in all our actions and decisions. We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work 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. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrrecruitment@ISIO.com. Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr