Project Manager

Please note we only accept online applications.

Role Overview

This is an exciting, high-profile role for project managers to work in a fast-paced and supportive environment. This Fixed Term Contract (12 months) involves managing technical (such as data) and/or functional projects, working with various key stakeholders across Nest teams and third-party suppliers. Responsibilities include managing risks, issues, dependencies, delivering alongside suppliers, and supporting assurance on plans with internal teams. There are ample opportunities to learn and grow in this role, both process-wise and technically.

The primary accountability is to work with business stakeholders, lead project managers, and programme managers in delivering project control processes, projects, or workstreams.

• A Foundation Project Manager is expected to independently execute this for smaller, straightforward projects, or with support for larger, more complex projects or programmes.
• The role requires confidence in project management practices and exemplary ways of working. There is no line management responsibility.

This role is a secondment opportunity for internal applicants. The minimum criteria are: The candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a project management role or an equivalent role.

The candidate should also have at least 2 years of experience in a change-related role such as a business analyst or PMO-related role, or equivalent.

Don't worry if you don't have all key skills; applying might be worth it as we recognize potential and offer a generous training budget.

Please download the full job description to see the scope, deliverables, experience, and personal attributes required for this role.

Flexible and agile working

We understand everyone's personal situation is different. To optimize hybrid working, we offer various arrangements, including (subject to role requirements):

• A hybrid of office (Canary Wharf, London) and home working (expectation to attend the office once or twice a week, or more as needed)

For more information about our recruitment process, click here .

Directorate/Department Overview

The Nest Service and Experience Change Programmes team ensures technology, service, organizational, and operational change is implemented in a controlled, timely, and commercial manner.

Responsibilities include:

• Programme & Project Planning and Tracking
• Issue and Risk Management
• Change Management
• Quality Assurance
• Configuration Management

The team also supports the CEO and Executive Committee with preparation for boards and governance functions.

Organisational Overview

Nest is the largest award-winning workplace pension scheme in the UK, established by the government to provide a saving option for every worker. Our responsible investment practices and governance underpin our operations. We are committed to creating an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone can be their authentic self.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We welcome all applicants and ensure no one is discriminated against based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy or caring responsibilities, race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. We value diversity of thought and neurocognitive variation. Nest is a Disability Confident Leader; applicants with disabilities are encouraged to declare this and may be offered an interview through the scheme. The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. For assistance or alternative formats, contact .