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A leading global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced UK Life Tax Software Conversion Project Manager to lead the implementation of a new third-party tax technology platform. This is a high-profile transformation project within a well-established UK Life Tax function, requiring strong technical tax knowledge alongside proven delivery experience in system conversions. The OpportunityYou will take ownership of a full end-to-end software conversion programme, managing the transition from a legacy system to a new vendor solution across multiple UK Life clients and funds. The role combines technical UK Life tax expertise, stakeholder engagement and hands-on project leadership. Key Responsibilities• Lead and manage the full software conversion lifecycle: requirements, planning, data configuration, data take-on, testing and implementation • Act as the central point of contact for client communications throughout the conversion process • Manage detailed project plans, timelines, risks and dependencies • Reconcile and validate outputs between legacy and new systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness • Lead and coordinate a small test team (c. 3–4 people), working with offshore and onshore stakeholders • Provide regular progress updates to senior internal stakeholders, escalating issues where required • Support client, operational, audit and regulatory discussions related to the project Required Experience & Skills• Strong technical knowledge of UK Life funds tax, including capital gains tax, deemed disposals, loss utilisation, asset classification and loan relationship rules • Demonstrable experience delivering tax system or software conversions (essential) • Proven project management capability within complex, regulated environments • Strong data