We are seeking a Transition & Cutover Lead to join a major pension transformation programme within a leading asset management firm. This is an initial 12-month contract, playing a key role in leading the end-to-end transition of a significant pension scheme from a third-party administrator onto an in-house pension administration platform.
This is a business-critical migration, requiring strong cutover and migration expertise to ensure a controlled transition and continuity of service, particularly around member pension payments and employer contributions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the overall transition and cutover strategy and execution.
- Develop and manage integrated migration plans, milestones and dependencies.
- Coordinate data migration, systems, operational teams and external suppliers.
- Lead cutover planning, dress rehearsals and go-live readiness.
- Manage risks, contingency plans and Go/No-Go governance.
- Oversee live cutover activities, command-centre operations and post-go-live stabilisation.
About You
- Proven experience leading complex migrations or cutovers within financial services.
- Strong experience developing and executing detailed migration plans and cutover strategies.
- Experience coordinating multiple workstreams, third-party suppliers and technology teams.
- Understanding of operational continuity, particularly payments, financial transactions and data integrity.
- Strong programme delivery, stakeholder management and risk management skills.
Experience within DC, DB or CARE pensions, life assurance or annuities would be advantageous.
Rate:
£850/day
Location:
City of London
IR35 Status:
Not specified
Remote Status:
Not specified
Industry:
Project Management
Seniority Level:
Senior