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Location

Liverpool | United Kingdom

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Job description

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.

About the role

In your role as IT Project Manager you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity toReport into the IT Portfolio & Project Manager to manage projects within the ITFM Portfolio (a mix of technical and non-technical work packages) using an agreed project management methodology and adhering to the USS Change Model

For assigned projects, deliver through the recognised and agreed lifecycle to baselined time, cost & quality

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of the IT you will be responsible for:

• Lead the planning and implementation of assigned projects, feeding into the respective portfolio plans(s)by the definition of project tasks, activities and milestones
• Facilitate the definition of project scope/requirements, defining goals and deliverables by working closely with IT Applications Analyst/Business Analysis function and Project Stakeholders
• Effectively manage available resources, ensuring that projects have the relevant resource requests raised and that any contentions are raised with appropriate parties and that any escalations are made in a timely manner to not adversely impact project outcomes (where in your control)
• Lead project meetings and workshops where required, ensuring that clear, concise agendas are set and followed, with actions recorded and followed up
• To effectively manage expectations of stakeholders, peers and departmental managers as required
• To produce all relevant project artefacts as per Change Model, to a high level of quality; maintain these documents throughout the lifecycle of the project and ensure up to date, accurate information is reflected at all times; manage and support the production of complementary artefacts (project dependent) where required
• Adhere to the USS Governance framework and defined project management methodology

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:

• Good experience and knowledge of project management principles and governance, including planning, stakeholder management, communication and risk and issue management
• Certification and accreditation from industry standard professional body in project management
• Experience of working as part of a project team in a business and IT change environment
• Strong planning and scheduling skills, ensuring that project activities are controlled and co-ordinated
• Able to work in an organised and structured manner with a high degree of autonomy where required

How we will reward you

• Generous annual leave package
• 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 wellbeing
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
• Employee Volunteer Day’s 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 centre’ of what we do. This is embedded through our values:

• Integrity

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 £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit

USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting [email protected] . #J-18808-Ljbffr

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