About the role We're looking for a Senior Sourcing & Supplier Manager (IT) to play a key role in delivering cost-effective sourcing solutions and ensuring robust third-party risk management across our IT supplier landscape. You'll partner with stakeholders across the business to drive value, manage risk, and influence strategic sourcing decisions in a fast-paced, regulated environment. What you'll be doing Strategy & Innovation Support the delivery of sourcing plans, including renewals, new contracts, and supplier selection Contribute to the Procurement & Partnerships (P&P) strategy and development roadmap Monitor market trends and innovations to identify opportunities for improvement Present clear, data-driven sourcing and supplier recommendations Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business Promote the value of Procurement & Partnerships Influence budget holders and stakeholders to ensure adherence to sourcing policies Present recommendations to support informed decision-making Team & Function Development Support the ongoing development of the procurement function Deputise for senior leadership when required Embed company values and best practice across the team Contribute to shaping operating plans and continuous improvement initiatives Sourcing & Commercial Delivery Take ownership of IT category spend and deliver cost efficiencies Ensure sourcing activity aligns with policy and industry best practice Identify and mitigate sourcing risks through robust contracting Third-Party Risk Management Support the delivery of the third-party risk management framework across the full supplier lifecycle Maintain tools, templates, and processes to support risk management Ensure appropriate exit strategies for high-risk suppliers Work closely with Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) to embed risk practices Develop guidance and training to support the wider business Manage key supplier relationships, resolving issues and driving performance Ensure suppliers deliver value, innovation, and agreed outcomes Provide commercial support to key business projects Governance & Reporting Ensure suppliers operate in line with relevant standards and regulations Support governance forums for sourcing and supplier risk management Maintain accurate records of sourcing activity and supplier performance Track and report on savings and category performance What we're looking for Experience Senior-level experience in category management, ideally within Financial Services Proven track record leading complex sourcing and contract negotiations Experience managing third-party risk Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment Knowledge Strong understanding of strategic sourcing best practice Knowledge of third-party risk management, ideally within a regulated environment Experience developing end-to-end procurement policies and processes Skills Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills Strong stakeholder management with the ability to build credibility at all levels Commercial mindset with a focus on value and innovation Advanced Microsoft Office skills Qualifications Degree (preferred) CIPS or equivalent professional qualification (advantageous) Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages , our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a supportive, flexible and inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We value continuous development, wellbeing, and work-life balance , and we actively foster a culture where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity in all its forms - including differences in thinking, background, identity, and experience - and are proud to be an inclusive employer.
Jun 19, 2026
Contractor
About the role We're looking for a Senior Sourcing & Supplier Manager (IT) to play a key role in delivering cost-effective sourcing solutions and ensuring robust third-party risk management across our IT supplier landscape. You'll partner with stakeholders across the business to drive value, manage risk, and influence strategic sourcing decisions in a fast-paced, regulated environment. What you'll be doing Strategy & Innovation Support the delivery of sourcing plans, including renewals, new contracts, and supplier selection Contribute to the Procurement & Partnerships (P&P) strategy and development roadmap Monitor market trends and innovations to identify opportunities for improvement Present clear, data-driven sourcing and supplier recommendations Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the business Promote the value of Procurement & Partnerships Influence budget holders and stakeholders to ensure adherence to sourcing policies Present recommendations to support informed decision-making Team & Function Development Support the ongoing development of the procurement function Deputise for senior leadership when required Embed company values and best practice across the team Contribute to shaping operating plans and continuous improvement initiatives Sourcing & Commercial Delivery Take ownership of IT category spend and deliver cost efficiencies Ensure sourcing activity aligns with policy and industry best practice Identify and mitigate sourcing risks through robust contracting Third-Party Risk Management Support the delivery of the third-party risk management framework across the full supplier lifecycle Maintain tools, templates, and processes to support risk management Ensure appropriate exit strategies for high-risk suppliers Work closely with Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) to embed risk practices Develop guidance and training to support the wider business Manage key supplier relationships, resolving issues and driving performance Ensure suppliers deliver value, innovation, and agreed outcomes Provide commercial support to key business projects Governance & Reporting Ensure suppliers operate in line with relevant standards and regulations Support governance forums for sourcing and supplier risk management Maintain accurate records of sourcing activity and supplier performance Track and report on savings and category performance What we're looking for Experience Senior-level experience in category management, ideally within Financial Services Proven track record leading complex sourcing and contract negotiations Experience managing third-party risk Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment Knowledge Strong understanding of strategic sourcing best practice Knowledge of third-party risk management, ideally within a regulated environment Experience developing end-to-end procurement policies and processes Skills Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills Strong stakeholder management with the ability to build credibility at all levels Commercial mindset with a focus on value and innovation Advanced Microsoft Office skills Qualifications Degree (preferred) CIPS or equivalent professional qualification (advantageous) Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages , our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to creating a supportive, flexible and inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We value continuous development, wellbeing, and work-life balance , and we actively foster a culture where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity in all its forms - including differences in thinking, background, identity, and experience - and are proud to be an inclusive employer.
Kensington Mortgage Company
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
We're Hiring: Human Resources Business Partner Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week in office attendance desirable - Marlow Department: HR Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: The HR Business Partner leads, manages and facilitates the people management related agenda of their divisional client group. By owning the client relationship, you will provide the voice' of your client group back to the respective HR Specialist teams. You will translate business goals into prioritised HR requirements via your knowledge and insight of the client group, its people, its operating context, the market, and by using data to identify trends and cultural issues, thereby ensuring the effective delivery of HR services Key Accountabilities: Act as a single point of the contact for the employees, Managers and Senior Leaders in your client group, representing and promoting the reputation of HR Collaborate with client group to fully understand current and future business needs and objectives. Assess and anticipate HR-related needs and issues, actively identifying gaps, propose and implement changes necessary to cover dependencies, risks, options to mitigate and involve stakeholders in developing solutions that fit their business need Partner with senior leadership to design and refine organizational structures and Target Operating Models (TOMs) that support long-term business strategy. Lead and guide Managers through restructuring and organizational change, ensuring minimal disruption to morale and performance. Consider implications of stakeholder views and respond to feedback, modifying or making recommendations for changes to improve the effectiveness of the HR function. Drives and supports effective business planning and challenges established / ingrained thinking Produces and presents people related MI and cost/benefit analyses to support decision making and targeting of issues Leads on local employee engagement initiatives to align interests of employees and client group, listening to employee opinion and keeping abreast of the employee relations climate Support Managers and Senior Leaders in raising performance standards and developing the talent landscape, to include identifying top talent and facilitating opportunities, and dealing with poor performance. Coach and challenge Managers and Senior Leaders in how their actions reflect and drive culture and how to make culture and change real to employees Contribute to the broader HR agenda and delivery, using knowledge, insight and experience to develop the HR capability and performance. Experience Knowledge and Skills Is ready and able to take the initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of the decisions made; Communicates challenges and influences a variety of stakeholders effectively. Ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change. Where necessary resolves highly charged, high-profile conflicts; Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Can understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes affecting the business or your own role requirements. Personally resilient. Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing own emotions in the face of pressure, set-backs, ethical dilemmas or when dealing with provocative situations. Able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts, explore and evaluate them systematically. Able to identify causal relationships, and construct frameworks, for decision making and problem-solving. Makes decisions at times when there are many unknowns. Possesses Commercial Acumen. Has a deep understanding of how structural design directly impacts business performance, commercial success, and operational budgets Qualifications CIPD graduate desirable Graduate calibre essential Level A and B psychometric testing qualifications would be an advantage Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
Jun 18, 2026
Full time
We're Hiring: Human Resources Business Partner Location: Hybrid - 1 day per week in office attendance desirable - Marlow Department: HR Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: The HR Business Partner leads, manages and facilitates the people management related agenda of their divisional client group. By owning the client relationship, you will provide the voice' of your client group back to the respective HR Specialist teams. You will translate business goals into prioritised HR requirements via your knowledge and insight of the client group, its people, its operating context, the market, and by using data to identify trends and cultural issues, thereby ensuring the effective delivery of HR services Key Accountabilities: Act as a single point of the contact for the employees, Managers and Senior Leaders in your client group, representing and promoting the reputation of HR Collaborate with client group to fully understand current and future business needs and objectives. Assess and anticipate HR-related needs and issues, actively identifying gaps, propose and implement changes necessary to cover dependencies, risks, options to mitigate and involve stakeholders in developing solutions that fit their business need Partner with senior leadership to design and refine organizational structures and Target Operating Models (TOMs) that support long-term business strategy. Lead and guide Managers through restructuring and organizational change, ensuring minimal disruption to morale and performance. Consider implications of stakeholder views and respond to feedback, modifying or making recommendations for changes to improve the effectiveness of the HR function. Drives and supports effective business planning and challenges established / ingrained thinking Produces and presents people related MI and cost/benefit analyses to support decision making and targeting of issues Leads on local employee engagement initiatives to align interests of employees and client group, listening to employee opinion and keeping abreast of the employee relations climate Support Managers and Senior Leaders in raising performance standards and developing the talent landscape, to include identifying top talent and facilitating opportunities, and dealing with poor performance. Coach and challenge Managers and Senior Leaders in how their actions reflect and drive culture and how to make culture and change real to employees Contribute to the broader HR agenda and delivery, using knowledge, insight and experience to develop the HR capability and performance. Experience Knowledge and Skills Is ready and able to take the initiative, originate action and be responsible for the consequences of the decisions made; Communicates challenges and influences a variety of stakeholders effectively. Ability to present sound and well-reasoned arguments to convince others. Can draw from a range of strategies to persuade people in a way that results in agreement or behaviour change. Where necessary resolves highly charged, high-profile conflicts; Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals or groups. Can understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue, to adapt an approach as the requirements of a situation change, and to change or easily accept changes affecting the business or your own role requirements. Personally resilient. Can maintain personal effectiveness by managing own emotions in the face of pressure, set-backs, ethical dilemmas or when dealing with provocative situations. Able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts, explore and evaluate them systematically. Able to identify causal relationships, and construct frameworks, for decision making and problem-solving. Makes decisions at times when there are many unknowns. Possesses Commercial Acumen. Has a deep understanding of how structural design directly impacts business performance, commercial success, and operational budgets Qualifications CIPD graduate desirable Graduate calibre essential Level A and B psychometric testing qualifications would be an advantage Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
Kensington Mortgage Company
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Location: Hybrid - Min 1 day per week in office attendance - London - Canary Wharf Department: Finance Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: We are seeking a commercially minded VP - FP&A to support the next growth phase of our specialist mortgage lending business. This is a high-impact role focused on financial modelling, portfolio analytics, profitability and strategic decision support. The successful candidate will bring strong FP&A capability and a solid understanding of financial services economics, particularly in lending environments where growth must be balanced with margin discipline, funding costs, capital efficiency and risk appetite. The role requires strong judgement, pace and credibility, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and turn complex data into clear, commercially useful insight. Key Accountabilities: Financial Planning & Analysis Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning with clear analysis. Build financial models for growth and commercial decisions. Run scenario analysis on growth, pricing, margin and funding. Provide MI and performance reporting for senior leaders. Business & Commercial Partnering Partner senior leaders across Secured Borrowing with insight and challenge. Support lending strategy with analysis across growth, return, risk and outcomes. Provide finance input into product design, pricing and portfolio optimisation. Work with Lending, Risk, Treasury and Commercial teams to meet objectives. Drive accountability through clear insight, challenge and return focus. Performance Management & Insight Deliver insight on income, volumes, margin, growth and costs. Support forecasting and planning with analysis of risks and opportunities. Financial Control & Governance Maintain strong financial control and policy compliance. Ensure integrity of models and reporting. Improve FP&A processes, insight and automation. Provide analysis and narrative for regulatory, audit and governance forums. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships across key business and finance teams. Influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively. Leadership & Capability Lead and coach colleagues to drive performance and collaboration. Support wider Finance priorities and transformation. Experience Knowledge and Skills Essential Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent. Strong FP&A and commercial finance experience in financial services. Knowledge of secured lending, pricing, margin and portfolio dynamics. Able to influence senior stakeholders with clear insight. Strong commercial judgement and constructive challenge. Strong analytical skills and ability to simplify complexity. Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills. Good understanding of lending economics and ratios. Desirable Experience in balance sheet or capital-intensive businesses. Experience in specialist lending or mortgages. Exposure to UK banking regulatory or governance forums. Experience in matrix organisations. Leadership Expectations Acts with integrity and judgement. Owns outcomes. Works collaboratively across teams. Challenges constructively and builds relationships. Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance. Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Location: Hybrid - Min 1 day per week in office attendance - London - Canary Wharf Department: Finance Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: We are seeking a commercially minded VP - FP&A to support the next growth phase of our specialist mortgage lending business. This is a high-impact role focused on financial modelling, portfolio analytics, profitability and strategic decision support. The successful candidate will bring strong FP&A capability and a solid understanding of financial services economics, particularly in lending environments where growth must be balanced with margin discipline, funding costs, capital efficiency and risk appetite. The role requires strong judgement, pace and credibility, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and turn complex data into clear, commercially useful insight. Key Accountabilities: Financial Planning & Analysis Support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning with clear analysis. Build financial models for growth and commercial decisions. Run scenario analysis on growth, pricing, margin and funding. Provide MI and performance reporting for senior leaders. Business & Commercial Partnering Partner senior leaders across Secured Borrowing with insight and challenge. Support lending strategy with analysis across growth, return, risk and outcomes. Provide finance input into product design, pricing and portfolio optimisation. Work with Lending, Risk, Treasury and Commercial teams to meet objectives. Drive accountability through clear insight, challenge and return focus. Performance Management & Insight Deliver insight on income, volumes, margin, growth and costs. Support forecasting and planning with analysis of risks and opportunities. Financial Control & Governance Maintain strong financial control and policy compliance. Ensure integrity of models and reporting. Improve FP&A processes, insight and automation. Provide analysis and narrative for regulatory, audit and governance forums. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships across key business and finance teams. Influence and challenge senior stakeholders constructively. Leadership & Capability Lead and coach colleagues to drive performance and collaboration. Support wider Finance priorities and transformation. Experience Knowledge and Skills Essential Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent. Strong FP&A and commercial finance experience in financial services. Knowledge of secured lending, pricing, margin and portfolio dynamics. Able to influence senior stakeholders with clear insight. Strong commercial judgement and constructive challenge. Strong analytical skills and ability to simplify complexity. Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills. Good understanding of lending economics and ratios. Desirable Experience in balance sheet or capital-intensive businesses. Experience in specialist lending or mortgages. Exposure to UK banking regulatory or governance forums. Experience in matrix organisations. Leadership Expectations Acts with integrity and judgement. Owns outcomes. Works collaboratively across teams. Challenges constructively and builds relationships. Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance. Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
Kensington Mortgage Company
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
We're Hiring: Senior Sourcing and Supplier Manager - 12 Month FTC Location: Remote Department: Procurement Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: Deliver effective sourcing and third-party risk management ensuring that goods and services are sourced cost effectively and third-party risks are managed within the IT category Key Accountabilities: Strategy and innovation Support sourcing plans for renewals, new contracts and supplier selection. Support the P&P strategy and development plan. Track market innovation and leading capabilities. Present sourcing and supplier options clearly. Stakeholder Management Manage stakeholder relationships and support needs. Promote the value of partnering with P&P. Influence stakeholders and budget holders to follow policy. Present sourcing recommendations to aid decisions. Team Management Support procurement development and deputise when needed. Embed company values across the team. Help shape operating plans. Sourcing Own category spend and deliver savings. Source goods and services to policy and best practice. Manage sourcing risk through effective contracts. Third Party Risk Management Support the third-party risk framework across the lifecycle. Maintain third-party risk tools and templates. Ensure exit strategies for high-risk third parties. Embed third-party risk management with BRMs. Develop training and guidance for BRMs. Manage key third-party relationships and issues. Ensure delivery, performance, value and innovation. Provide commercial support for key projects. Governance and Reporting Ensure third parties meet standards and regulations. Maintain governance forums for sourcing and risk. Keep category records accurate and up to date. Report category activity against savings targets. Experience Senior category management experience, ideally in Financial Services. Experience leading sourcing and complex negotiations. Third-party risk management experience. Strong contractual and commercial knowledge. Experience in fast-paced environments. Strong negotiation skills. Knowledge Strategic sourcing best practice in category. Third-party risk best practice, ideally in Financial Services. End-to-end policy and process development. Skills Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills. Proactive in identifying supply chain innovation. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Degree preferred; CIPS or equivalent is an advantage. Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
Jun 16, 2026
Contractor
We're Hiring: Senior Sourcing and Supplier Manager - 12 Month FTC Location: Remote Department: Procurement Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30 Overall Purpose of the Job: Deliver effective sourcing and third-party risk management ensuring that goods and services are sourced cost effectively and third-party risks are managed within the IT category Key Accountabilities: Strategy and innovation Support sourcing plans for renewals, new contracts and supplier selection. Support the P&P strategy and development plan. Track market innovation and leading capabilities. Present sourcing and supplier options clearly. Stakeholder Management Manage stakeholder relationships and support needs. Promote the value of partnering with P&P. Influence stakeholders and budget holders to follow policy. Present sourcing recommendations to aid decisions. Team Management Support procurement development and deputise when needed. Embed company values across the team. Help shape operating plans. Sourcing Own category spend and deliver savings. Source goods and services to policy and best practice. Manage sourcing risk through effective contracts. Third Party Risk Management Support the third-party risk framework across the lifecycle. Maintain third-party risk tools and templates. Ensure exit strategies for high-risk third parties. Embed third-party risk management with BRMs. Develop training and guidance for BRMs. Manage key third-party relationships and issues. Ensure delivery, performance, value and innovation. Provide commercial support for key projects. Governance and Reporting Ensure third parties meet standards and regulations. Maintain governance forums for sourcing and risk. Keep category records accurate and up to date. Report category activity against savings targets. Experience Senior category management experience, ideally in Financial Services. Experience leading sourcing and complex negotiations. Third-party risk management experience. Strong contractual and commercial knowledge. Experience in fast-paced environments. Strong negotiation skills. Knowledge Strategic sourcing best practice in category. Third-party risk best practice, ideally in Financial Services. End-to-end policy and process development. Skills Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills. Proactive in identifying supply chain innovation. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Degree preferred; CIPS or equivalent is an advantage. Why join us? At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work life balance Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
