Execution Project Lead – Pension Settlement

WTW

Pension settlement project lead managing defined benefit settlement implementations for WTW, a global advisory and consulting firm. Coordinating teams, compliance, vendors, timelines, and client delivery.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management of pension plan settlements, ensuring compliance with ERISA, IRS, and PBGC regulations while effectively coordinating with diverse stakeholders. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are essential for managing multiple projects and facilitating client interactions.

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Pension Project ManagementERISA ComplianceIRS Regulations KnowledgePBGC Regulations KnowledgeStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData Accuracy MonitoringRisk IdentificationProject PlanningImplementation Oversight

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Pension PlansDefined Benefit PlansSettlement ImplementationsVendor ManagementClient Presentations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Project manage a variety of pension plan settlement projects
Serve as execution project lead on 3–5 micro to mid-sized settlement implementations
Lead end-to-end management of pension settlement projects, including planning, execution, monitoring and delivery
Oversee project implementations for compliance with ERISA, IRS and PBGC regulations
Develop detailed project plans, timelines and status reports for internal stakeholders and clients
Coordinate with local teams, legal counsel, recordkeepers and client representatives
Identify project risks and coordinate with RRM resources on mitigation strategies
Monitor data accuracy and participant communications
Facilitate client meetings and prepare presentation materials
Provide updates on project status and next steps
Manage vendor relationships throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of pension experience
Prior knowledge of ERISA, IRS and PBGC requirements related to defined benefit plan terminations and settlements beneficial but not required
Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders, including actuaries, legal teams, plan sponsors and insurers
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to adapt to evolving regulatory requirements and project complexities
Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Candidates must be located in the United States
Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance including prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account
Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Group Accident coverage
Group Critical Illness coverage
Life Insurance
AD&D
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Wellbeing Program
Work/Life Resources including Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Annual Paid Time Off, including paid state/local paid leave where required
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Bereavement Leave
FMLA Leave
ADA Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Military Leave
Parental Leave
Adoption Leave
Contributory Pension Plan
Savings Plan (401k)
Certain senior level roles may be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans
Annual short-term incentive bonus