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A premium hospitality firm is looking for an accomplished Head of Finan to join its team. Please note that this position is fully office-based so you will need to be in the office 5 days per week. Working closely with the Finance Director of this £50m turnover company, you will be a composed, organised and personable leader, exemplifying the firms core values of collaboration, innovation, integr click apply for full job details

A premium hospitality firm is looking for an accomplished Finance Manager to join its team. Please note that this position is fully office-based so you will need to be in the office 5 days per week. Working closely with the Finance Director of this £60m turnover company, you will be a composed, organised and personable leader, exemplifying the firms core values of collaboration, innovation, inte click apply for full job details

Our client, a national innovation organisation, that focuses on place-based growth, transport and infrastructure is looking for an Investment Lead. Working across government, industry and high-growth businesses, they improve how people live, move and work across the UK. This is a 3-month temp to perm opportunity paying up to £300 per/day and up to £62,000 thereafter with great benefits click apply for full job details

Information Security Manager - Cloud - SW London, Hybrid - £60k Cyber Security - Governance One day per week in the office - rest from home. A well established, values driven charity based in SW London are looking for a seasoned Information Security Lead to be the authority across all Information Security and Cloud Infrastructure; ensuring Azure, Microsoft 365, and SaaS platforms are secure, resilient, and compliant. The role combines hands on technical security expertise with risk management, governance, and assurance, supporting business objectives while reducing cyber and data protection risk. As the Senior Information Security Analyst you will lead security architecture decisions, oversee incident response and vulnerability management, support secure digital transformation, and provide clear, risk based advice to stakeholders and senior leadership. The position operates with a high degree of autonomy and focuses on security leadership & technical excellence and enablement, rather than day to day service desk operations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills across the following: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD): Conditional Access, MFA, Passwordless authentication, Identity Protection, PIM, Phishing resistant MFA configurations Zero Trust architecture and least privilege access models Identity governance, access reviews, and privileged account management and access reviews SSO integration across SaaS platforms Active Directory & Hybrid Identity: AD security, tiered access model, legacy AD decommissioning, secure hybrid environments Microsoft 365 & Cloud Security Microsoft Defender XDR (Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, Cloud Apps) Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM): log ingestion, alert tuning, detection rules, incident workflows Intune & Endpoint Management: device compliance, MDM/MAM, BYOD enforcement Endpoint, Infrastructure & Asset Security Network, DNS & Access Security DNSFilter: DNS layer protection, malicious domain blocking, reporting and threat visibility Azure Firewall, VPN security, and network segmentation of azure infrastructure PowerShell scripting for security, identity, and infrastructure tasks Security automation using Logic Apps and SIEM workflows if required The salary on offer for this role is up to £60,000.

A premium hospitality firm is looking for an accomplished Head of Finan to join its team. Please note that this position is fully office-based so you will need to be in the office 5 days per week. Working closely with the Finance Director of this £50m turnover company, you will be a composed, organised and personable leader, exemplifying the firms core values of collaboration, innovation, integr click apply for full job details

My client is a well-established & highly reputable accounts practice in need of an experienced Client Manager / Practice Accountant. This role pays up to £50,000 and is based in Richmond (South West London / Surrey). It is a full-time, 5-day-a-week office-based position, with no work-from-home options. To be considered for this position, you will have previous experience with an accounts practice and be either fully or part ACCA or ACA qualified. As an experienced Practice Accountant / Client Manager, you will be leading audit teams, managing client relationships, and running your own portfolio of smaller engagements The ideal candidate will have experience in the following key areas: Auditing (Lead / Senior) Tax reporting Experience in preparing statutory financial statements under FRS 102 / FRS 105 Sound working knowledge of ISAs (UK) and UK GAAP. Competent user of audit software - CCH, CaseWare, Inflo or similar Supervising, coaching, and reviewing the work of junior staff My client is looking for an outgoing and confident Client Accountant / Practice Accountant to work at a senior level and help grow the business. With free onsite parking, my client is based in the Richmond area of South West London / Surrey. In return for hard work and dedication, my client is paying a salary of between £35,000 - £50,000, depending on experience & qualifications.

A well-established and growing business with an excellent reputation is looking for a hands-on Accounts / Finance Manager based from their East Liverpool office (office-based 5 days). This is a fixed-term contract for initially 3 months, and there is a possibility it may develop into a permanent position for the right candidate click apply for full job details

Security Incident Response Manager (Cyber Threat) - Global financial services company - Full time permanent role - Salary up to £110,000 plus bonus. Hybrid working (twice a week in the London office) A large global financial services firm is looking for an Incident Response Manager within its cyber threat division. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large cyber and information security team that lead the way in technology and tooling in a 24/7 global environment. Duties will include: - Managing a team of Cyber Threat Analysts that deliver services to global users - Being responsible for continuous improvement to process and procedures - Oversee incidents and ensure relevant tools and processes are followed - Communicate with wider teams on emerging threats - Develop new forensic capabilities - Act as an escalation point (on-call escalation point once a month for weekends) - Deliver on information security projects - Ensuring services provided meet the business requirements To be considered suitable for this Incident Response Manager role you will need the following skills and experience: - Experience in a technical cyber/incident response role - Previous team management experience - Good understanding of incident response frameworks and methodologies (ICERF) - Good understanding of threats, vulnerabilities and processes - Familiarity with incident response tools and measures - Relevant industry certifications would be seen as advantageous (CISSP, OSCP, OSCE etc.)

My client is a well-established & highly reputable accounts practice in need of an experienced Client Manager / Practice Accountant. This role pays up to £50,000 and is based in Richmond (South West London / Surrey). It is a full-time, 5-day-a-week office-based position, with no work-from-home options. To be considered for this position, you will have previous experience with an accounts practice and be either fully or part ACCA or ACA qualified. As an experienced Practice Accountant / Client Manager, you will be leading audit teams, managing client relationships, and running your own portfolio of smaller engagements The ideal candidate will have experience in the following key areas: Auditing (Lead / Senior) Tax reporting Experience in preparing statutory financial statements under FRS 102 / FRS 105 Sound working knowledge of ISAs (UK) and UK GAAP. Competent user of audit software - CCH, CaseWare, Inflo or similar Supervising, coaching, and reviewing the work of junior staff My client is looking for an outgoing and confident Client Accountant / Practice Accountant to work at a senior level and help grow the business. With free onsite parking, my client is based in the Richmond area of South West London / Surrey. In return for hard work and dedication, my client is paying a salary of between £35,000 - £50,000, depending on experience & qualifications.

We are currently recruiting for a newly-created Head of Data Analytics & Insights position on behalf of a dynamic and customer-focused Claims Management company based in Central Liverpool. The role holder will be responsible for owning and continuously evolving the organisation's data and analytics capability, ensuring that data is actively monitored, critically interpreted, challenged, and translated into clear, decision-ready insight for senior leadership and the Board . This role plays a critical part in enabling the business to reduce claim handling times, improve settlement accuracy, control costs, identify risk and fraud, and enhance customer experience, while ensuring insight-led decisions are embedded across all operational and strategic functions. The Head of Data Analytics & Insights will manage 2 x Data Analysts and 2 x BI Developers. This new role is 100% onsite in the company's offices in Central Liverpool during probation with a view to possibly becoming more hybrid thereafter. The role is paying £80,000-£100,000 DOE plus benefits. Required Qualifications Degree in data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field 10+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or insights roles 5+ years in a senior leadership or people management role Strong experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker) and analytics platforms Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders with data-driven insights Strong business acumen and ability to translate analytics into commercial impact Preferred Skills & Experience Experience building analytics functions from the ground up Knowledge of advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML concepts Experience working with cloud data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) Strong storytelling and data visualisation skills Excellent communication, leadership, and change-management capabilities

A premium hospitality firm is looking for an accomplished Finance Manager to join its team. Please note that this position is fully office-based so you will need to be in the office 5 days per week. Working closely with the Finance Director of this £60m turnover company, you will be a composed, organised and personable leader, exemplifying the firms core values of collaboration, innovation, inte click apply for full job details

A premium hospitality firm is looking for an accomplished Finance Manager to join its team. Please note that this position is fully office-based so you will need to be in the office 5 days per week. Working closely with the Finance Director of this £60m turnover company, you will be a composed, organised and personable leader, exemplifying the firms core values of collaboration, innovation, inte click apply for full job details

Overview We have a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a dynamic, forward-thinking practice. Our client are passionate about supporting ambitious professionals so this would suit someone ready to step into a role where you can own your portfolio and build real client relationships. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with four days based at their modern offices near Waterlooville and one day working from home. As a Client Accountant, you'll be the go-to advisor for your own portfolio of clients - helping businesses thrive through expert financial insights and proactive support. You'll work closely with clients across a variety of sectors, guiding them on tax efficiency, growth strategies, and financial performance. Responsibilities Take charge of preparing, submitting, and delivering accounts and tax returns for a range of clients. Supervise and mentor a small team of accountants, helping them deliver first class service and ensure deadlines are met and supporting their technical development. Check and review financial and tax work, providing constructive feedback that strengthens team performance and builds confidence. Support Senior Management team by improving key team metrics such as productivity, efficiency, and output. Maintain strong client relationships and oversee the onboarding process for new clients from initial bookkeeping and compliance tasks to smoothly integrating them into your portfolio. Access clients tax positions and offer advisory support on cashflow and budgets. Prepare and deliver impactful year-end meetings, providing insights that shape client decisions. Ensure all HMRC and Companies House filings are accurate and up to date. Qualifications Fully qualified (ACCA / ACA / AAT) with experience in practice Confident managing the full accounting process end-to-end Brilliant communicator who enjoys building client relationships Deadline-driven, organised, and solutions-focused Skilled in Excel and familiar with cloud software like Xero or QuickBooks Benefits The salary is up to £50,000 with a range of generous benefits including pension, Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme and holiday reward scheme. The role is hybrid with four days based at the practice's modern offices in Waterlooville, easily commutable from Portsmouth and Southampton.

My client are looking for a Project Manager to join their cross-organisational team. This is a hands-on project management role within a fast-paced and wide multi-disciplinary environment that focuses on innovation projects within the transport sector. Typical responsibilities will be to manage competing priorities within the business, report on project progress and communicate with both clients a click apply for full job details

A dynamic and customer-focused Claims and Compensation company is seeking a Call Centre Sales Team Leader to be part of building and forming a new team with their business. The Call Centre Sales Team Leader will be responsible for driving sales performance and motivating a team of call centre sales advisors to exceed revenue targets click apply for full job details

This is a newly created opportunity for an experienced Cisco Network Engineer to take an instrumental consultant position based in the Dorking area (2 days a week in the office/3 days from home) paying up to £80,000. My client is a well established consultancy firm going through continued growth & expansion, and requires a customer focused Network Engineer to provide BAU network support and project work. To be considered for this position you will need previous experience of supporting enterprise networks, specifically Cisco Switches & Routers, F5 Load Balancers, Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls and SolarWinds monitoring. This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home. Based outside of Dorking in Surrey, you will need your own transport to get to their site. In return for hard work and dedication, my client is offering a salary of £80,000 and the opportunity to work on cutting edge enterprise networks in a customer focused role. If you are an experienced Cisco Network Engineer looking for a new challenge, please send me your CV immediately.

A well-established business is looking for an accomplished Head of Information Security to join its team based in London. Please note this is an office-based role, so you will work from the office 5 days per week. In this role of significant responsibility, you will design and lead the information security strategy for the organisation. Supported by a Cyber Security Analyst you will provide InfoSec expertise, ensuring that the business has a secure, resilient and robust technology estate, and will also ensure that effective security governance policies and procedures are in place. In order to be suitable for this role, you must be a highly capable information security leader with a proven track record of delivering secure, compliant and robust systems and procedures. CISSP or similar accreditation would be highly advantageous to your application. Key responsibilities will include:- Evolving a cyber and information security strategy aligned with ISO27001 standards and business objectives. - Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) - Oversee risk management activities, including risk assessments, mitigation planning, and incident response.You will work with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment between security initiatives and organisational priorities and strive to continually harden and enhance the organisation's IT systems. You will be effective at managing relationships with third party suppliers and external auditors and will deliver awareness training, enhance and test the businesses disaster recovery, continuity and incident response plans, and carry our internal audits for the InfoSec governance frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity for a Head of Information Security to join a market leading business.

A successful financial technology company are looking for an experienced Digital Marketing Lead (SEO & PPC) to join the marketing team. This is a hybrid role two days per week in their Central London office and three days per week working from home. As the Digital Marketing Lead, you will take ownership of the strategic development and operational excellence of the core digital marketing channe click apply for full job details

A successful financial technology company are looking for an experienced Digital Marketing Lead (SEO & PPC) to join the marketing team. This is a hybrid role two days per week in their Central London office and three days per week working from home. As the Digital Marketing Lead, you will take ownership of the strategic development and operational excellence of the core digital marketing channe click apply for full job details

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to join a growing software solutions company on a part time basis. If you are an organised and people-focused professional who enjoys working within an SME setting, this newly created role could be a great opportunity. The role is based at our clients spacious and open offices near Kingston and is part time (15 hours) over 3 or 4 days click apply for full job details