Oliver James

Lead HR process improvement and change initiatives within a global organisation. Drive Workday adoption, redesign and standardise HR processes, and deliver automation and CI projects. Work closely with senior HR stakeholders to influence, challenge and embed new ways of working. Ideal for someone with LSS, Workday/ServiceNow experience, and strong HR transformation background. HR Process & Change Manager - 10 Month FTC Location: Manchester (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home) Salary: Competative / Excellent Benefits Are you an HR transformation specialist with a passion for continuous improvement and technology-enabled change? Do you thrive in complex, global environments and know how to challenge, influence and bring people with you?If so, this role offers the perfect platform to deliver high-impact change within a major international organisation. The Opportunity We are supporting a global law firm undergoing a significant HR transformation programme. Following a major HRIS implementation, they are now focused on standardising processes, improving Workday adoption, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across their HR function. This is a high-visibility role, reporting into the Global Head of Continuous Improvement, working closely with senior HR leaders across multiple regions. What You'll Be Doing Leading HR transformation and process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma and change management methodologies. Redesigning, standardising and optimising global HR processes. Driving utilisation and adoption of Workday across HR teams. Identifying automation opportunities and partnering with HRIS/IT to enhance HR service delivery. Facilitating global workshops, engaging with senior stakeholders, and navigating resistance effectively. Measuring and communicating the impact of improvements on efficiency, cost, risk and colleague experience. Supporting the long-term HR technology and data strategy. What You'll Bring Strong background in HR process improvement, HR transformation or HR operations in global environments. Experience with Workday or ServiceNow (Workday exposure highly advantageous). Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt preferred). Proven ability to manage resistant stakeholders and influence change at senior levels. Experience working within HR shared services or large, HR-matrix organisations. Excellent communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills. A resilient mindset and ability to "pick your battles" in a complex environment

Security Analyst (Cryptography) - Knutsford Join a leading UK banking client as a Security Analyst (cryptography), where you'll play a key role in safeguarding the bank's digital ecosystem through advanced cryptographic and security technologies. You'll be part of the Global Information Security Cryptography Team within the Chief Information Security Office, delivering mission-critical services that underpin the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the global infrastructure. This team is responsible for Secure Key Management, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), Application Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Management, and Strong Authentication Services. Your work will directly contribute to protecting billions of digital transactions, ensuring cryptographic resilience, and supporting the secure evolution of the bank's digital transformation. Key Responsibilities Provide expert-level support for cryptographic systems, ensuring compliance with global security standards and regulatory requirements. Manage and maintain HSMs, key management platforms, and certificate infrastructures across complex, distributed systems. Act as the technical liaison between security, engineering, and business teams to implement strong cryptographic controls. Drive improvements in secure key lifecycle management, encryption, and authentication processes. Ensure the operational reliability and security of cryptographic services through monitoring, incident response, and proactive risk mitigation. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in Cryptography, Secure Key Management, and Information Security. Hands-on expertise with HSM configuration, installation, and support. Experience managing PKI, digital certificates, and encryption key lifecycles. ITIL Foundation certification (or equivalent service management experience). Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and perform under pressure. Proficiency in standard office and documentation tools (e.g., MS Office). Highly Valued Skills Security or cryptographic certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent). Experience in operational security environments, including incident response, risk management, and change control. Familiarity with SharePoint, Confluence, JIRA, and Unix/Windows environments. Knowledge of data protection regulations, compliance standards, and privacy frameworks. Strong technical documentation and procedural writing skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline. Please click "APPLY" or email

Senior Pensions Administration Manager Major Life Insurer ?Are you a DB pensions leader ready to step into a high-profile, strategic role in the growing Bulk Purchase Annuities (BPA) market?This is your chance to join a leading life insurer at a pivotal stage of growth -shaping policyholder and member services, leading specialist teams, and driving innovation in pensions administration.Those worries of constant buy-outs jeopardising your career within the TPA space? Fear upcoming deadlines impacting member experience? Morale low in your team? My client: Plans to onboard 1-2 new schemes every month ? Market-leadingly low attrition rates with a strong, people-first culture Heavy investment in tech - state-of-the-art pension systems already in place Team growth of 60% planned in the next 12 monthsWith a salary offering of over £100k and flexible working arrangements, now is as good a time as any to consider a move for the New Year. If you'd like to have an informal discussion on the role, please do reach out!

Lead strategic change initiatives within finance and underwriting for a specialist benefits provider. Provide senior actuarial input on pricing and risk, manage cross-functional teams, ensure governance, and communicate with senior stakeholders. Drive process improvements, mentor junior staff, and build strong business relationships to support growth and operational excellence. Responsibilities & Expectations: Lead and coordinate key projects to achieve successful outcomes Communicate progress, risks, and results to senior leadership Support and guide team members to develop their skills Provide expert input to influence business decisions and strategies Foster collaboration across different teams and departments Drive continuous improvement and adapt to change proactively About You: Qualified actuary with strong post-qualification experience Background in pricing, reserving, or risk management Skilled in actuarial modeling and relevant software (GLM experience preferred) Proven leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive mindset with a focus on driving change and delivering results Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities