Execution Project Lead Consultant
About The Position
We are looking to expand our Retirement Risk Management EPL team across the US. We are specifically seeking an experienced project manager to lead and oversee pension plan settlement projects. The project manager will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. The Role Full-time position with primary focus on project managing a variety of settlement projects Serve as execution project lead on 2-4 mid- to large sized settlement implementations Lead the end-to-end management of pension settlement projects including planning, execution, monitoring and delivery Oversee project implementations ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS and PBGC regulations Develop detailed project plans, timelines and status reporting for internal stakeholders and clients Coordinate with local teams, legal counsel, recordkeepers and client representatives to ensure seamless execution Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to prevent delays or compliance issues Monitor data accuracy and participant communications, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction Facilitate client meetings, prepare presentation materials and provide clear updates on project status and next steps Manage vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle Support the development of best practices, process improvement and knowledge sharing across the team Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
Requirements
- Prior knowledge of ERISA, IRS and PBGC requirements related to defined benefit plan terminations and settlements preferred
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Proven ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders, including actuaries, legal teams, plan sponsors and insurers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to adapt to evolving regulatory requirements and project complexities
- Comfortable working in fast-paced deadline-driven environments
Nice To Haves
- Prior knowledge of ERISA, IRS and PBGC requirements related to defined benefit plan terminations and settlements preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as execution project lead on 2-4 mid- to large sized settlement implementations
- Lead the end-to-end management of pension settlement projects including planning, execution, monitoring and delivery
- Oversee project implementations ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS and PBGC regulations
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines and status reporting for internal stakeholders and clients
- Coordinate with local teams, legal counsel, recordkeepers and client representatives to ensure seamless execution
- Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to prevent delays or compliance issues
- Monitor data accuracy and participant communications, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction
- Facilitate client meetings, prepare presentation materials and provide clear updates on project status and next steps
- Manage vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle
- Support the development of best practices, process improvement and knowledge sharing across the team
Benefits
- Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
- Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off
- Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). Certain senior level roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
