Aptia
De-RiskingProjectLead
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“De-Risking Project Lead at Aptia. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, DB/DC pensions knowledge and experience, leading client projects, develop and implement processes and improvements, process awareness, solve problems, analytical aptitude. manage the de-risking client relationships for high profile or escalated client projects. supporting the client director and acting as the c”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve success; drive efficiency; enhance financial security; provide peace of mind; managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective; client success; take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best; surpass client expectations; evolve constantly; nurture genuine relationships for the long-term; required level of quality
Industry & Context.
adaptable and innovative approach to problem solving; Ability to solve problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
DB/DC pensions knowledge and experience, Relevant experience in leading client projects, Ability to develop and implement processes and improvements, Advanced process awareness, Ability to solve problems, Analytical aptitude
What You'll Do.
manage the de-risking client relationships for high profile or escalated client projects
supporting the client director and acting as the central point of contact for guidance
billing analysis and budgeting
prepare costings for new or pipeline project work across the De-risking teams
Assess and manage flagged risks in pension scheme data
which may impact on effective project delivery
Ensure Errors and omissions and complaints are handled in accordance with agreed procedures and within appropriate timescales
through liaison with the Professional Champion
Handle first level escalations for assigned schemes and then further escalate as appropriate to the De-risking Operational Director
Constantly review processes to identify any opportunities/ideas for change and discuss these with your De-risking Operational Director
Assess any budget risks and escalate promptly as appropriate with a clear explanation of the risks and proposed remedial action
Manage the billing cycle for assigned clients and reports to the client director for them to invoice
Proactively monitor and mitigate against any risk that may lead to a write off or a non-profitable activity
Lead on high profile and escalated projects
ensuring that assigned project tasks are completed in line with timescales set out in the project plans or otherwise agreed with the client at the required level of quality
Agree appropriate requirements
deadlines and budgets with client directors for assigned projects
Attend project review meetings and project kick off calls
Develop a flexible method of communication to support client reporting
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
supporting the client director; liaison with the Professional Champion; discuss these with your De-risking Operational Director; reports to the client director; Agree appropriate requirements, deadlines and budgets with client directors; Attend project review meetings and project kick off calls
Communication Scope
Develop a flexible method of communication to support client reporting
Process & Methodology
leading client projects, project delivery, project plans, project review meetings, project kick off calls
Full Job Description
**About Aptia** Founded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals. We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence. With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind. Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective. By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best. And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues. Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term. **Job requirements** **The Role** You will manage the de-risking client relationships for high profile or escalated client projects, supporting the client director and acting as the central point of contact for guidance, billing analysis and budgeting. You will work with the client director to prepare costings for new or pipeline project work across the De-risking teams. You will report to the De-risking Operational Director. You will need to demonstrate an adaptable and innovative approach to problem solving, and the ability to build relationships based on honesty, respect and encouragement to achieve success. Thi
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