Pension Technology Consultant

Pension Technology ConsultantIn this challenging role as a Pension Technology Consultant, you will contribute as part of a team to the entire range of retirement administration projects. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity, with one of the leaders in the defined benefit outsourcing business and the opportunity to grow and develop your career, apply now.The RoleAs a Pension Technology Consultant, you will play a key role for our pension administration software and service delivery business by serving as the central link between clients and internal team members in the delivery of client projects. You will collaborate with other Towers Watson lines of business to develop, implement and maintain technology–based solutions and services that meet client requirements and Towers Watson commitments. You will use your system development knowledge, defined benefit expertise and management experience to oversee new system implementations and the maintenance of existing systems and ongoing services. You will play a key role in managing and expanding client relationships. You will have the opportunity to grow your project, management, consulting, client management, leadership and defined benefit knowledge and business acumen. Other responsibilities include:Drive superior, consistent project management for concurrent projectsTranslate business needs into comprehensive project plans including objectives, timeline, deliverables, budget and quality standardsServe as the day-to-day project lead, ensuring the progress of teams against established goalsServe as primary, daily contact to clients on delivery of servicesManage client expectations and raise appropriate issues to Senior Consultants and Client Relationship ManagersDevelop a trusted advisor relationship with client contacts through efficient, quality execution of projects, effective communication, and value-added consulting adviceProvide value added consulting to clients concerning defined benefit system implementation and ongoing administration including best practices, marketplace providers, cost and return on investment issues, pros and cons of solutions, etc.Efficiently and effectively trouble shoot and resolve client issuesTrain clients on use of new tools and approachesContribute to the development of new tools, processes and solutions to meet clients' outsourcing and broader human resources needsFollow firm and line of business processes, protocols and quality standards in the development and deployment of solutionsManage performance of teams composed of Retirement Implementation Specialists (RIS), Calculation Developers, Data Analysts, operational Centers of Excellence (COE) and others against project goalsHold regular meetings to monitor progress and identify any issuesSupport the generation of new business to current clients through identification and introduction of new products and services that meet client needsParticipate in finalist presentations and other activities to help close new businessQualificationsThe Requirements 10 years' experience leading projects involving the application of technology to solve human resource needs such as: defined benefits administration, HR self service (IVR, web, etc.), HR systems integration, HR shared services or HRIS/payroll; prior experience as a defined benefit project manager preferredSolid experience consulting on the fundamentals of Defined Benefit plan design and service delivery/technology solutions including best practices, marketplace providers, cost and return on investment issues, pros and cons of solutions, challenges and methodology regarding solution implementationProven experience in successfully leading project teams with multifaceted, competing priorities and deadlines, including virtual work teams with members in different geographic regionsStrong interpersonal and client management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical, integrative and problem solving skillsStrong organizational abilities and flexibility to work in a performance driven environmentSense of accountability, owning one's work and taking pride in it; commitment to quality and continuous improvementDesire to learn, accept new challenges, and have funBachelors degree or equivalent in business, management information systems, human resources management, benefits administration or related field required; Masters degree a plusProficient in MS Office (including Excel), MS Project, Windows platformsAbility to travel and work extended hours as neededCompensation And BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).CompensationThe base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $105,000 to $135,000 USD annually.This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.Company BenefitsWTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):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 OffRetirement 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.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.EOE, including disability/vetsThis position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified. Willis Towers Watson