Cedar

Workday HCM Consultant £600/day Outside IR35 Central London (Hybrid) 6-Month Rolling Contract Our client, a fast-growing consultancy, is seeking an experienced Workday HCM Consultant to join a major Workday transformation programme. This is a 6-month rolling contract, paying £600 per day (outside IR35), with a hybrid working model based in Central London (2-3 days on-site per week). Role Overview: As a key member of the programme team, you will take ownership of the Workday HCM workstream, working closely with business stakeholders, SMEs, and the SI partner to ensure the effective design, configuration, and adoption of standard Workday functionality. This role is hands-on, delivery-focused, and ideal for someone who can balance detail with strategic thinking. Key Responsibilities: Lead the analysis, design, and documentation of end-to-end HCM business processes - not just those within Workday, but across the full HR landscape. Support configuration workbook population and help guide SMEs through data and decision points related to Workday setup. Collaborate with the SI to ensure solutions make the best use of standard Workday configuration, challenging deviations where necessary. Push back on business requirements that fall outside of standard Workday capabilities, promoting an adopt-not-adapt approach. Support testing activities, including test scenario preparation and execution, working alongside a dedicated Test Manager. Assist the Change Manager with input into training material development and end-user preparation. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Workday HCM Consultant or ERP Business Analyst on large-scale HCM implementations. Strong domain knowledge across the following HCM areas: Core HCM Benefits Talent Recruitment Learning Absence Minimum of 2 full lifecycle Workday HCM deployments. Solid understanding of Workday configuration and deployment methodology, including: Business processes Custom validations Configuration workbooks Account posting rules (as applicable) Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence both the business and SI delivery partner. Hands-on, proactive mindset, with the ability to support SMEs across config, testing, and adoption.

Cedar are looking for a strong Business Analyst with a strong background in insurance and London Market broking to support a high-profile transformation programme. This role will involve working closely with brokers, underwriters, and operations teams, ensuring business and technology solutions are fully aligned to market practices. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis across insurance transformation initiatives, focusing on broker and underwriting workflows. Map and optimise end-to-end processes across broking, placement, underwriting, and claims. Own and maintain RAID logs, ensuring risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies are actively managed. Facilitate workshops with brokers, underwriters, actuaries, finance, and operations teams, capturing requirements and building consensus. Translate broker and business needs into clear, actionable requirements for technology and operations. Support UAT, data migration, and adoption of new systems and processes. Act as a senior advisor within the BA community, mentoring colleagues and ensuring best-practice delivery. Key Skills & Experience Proven track record as a Senior Business Analyst within insurance, ideally in the London Market or reinsurance sector. Strong understanding of broker workflows, placement processes, and market systems. Expertise in process mapping, requirements gathering, and business process optimisation. Experience with RAID management and structured project governance. Knowledge of regulatory and operational frameworks (e.g., Solvency II, IFRS 17, Lloyd's requirements). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with brokers, underwriters, and senior leaders. If you are a proactive business analyst within the insurance market please get in touch.

Are you a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments? This is an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role with a leading organisation, shaping financial and commercial outcomes on major contracts across the capital. The RoleAs Commercial Finance Manager, you'll play a key part in driving financial performance, supporting competitive bids, and providing strategic analysis that influences business decisions. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong modelling skills who's ready to make a tangible impact. What you'll be doing Leading financial modelling and analysis for contract tenders. Partnering with commercial and operational teams to develop competitive bids. Providing scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessments. Monitoring contract performance and identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Preparing business cases and investment appraisals for key initiatives. Managing and developing a direct report. Driving improvements in financial processes and reporting. Acting as a trusted finance business partner across the organisation. What they are looking for Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong financial modelling and analysis skills (advanced Excel). Experience in contract tendering, bids, or project finance. Commercially astute, with the ability to influence at all levels. Leadership skills and experience developing people. What's on offer Competitive salary + performance-related bonus. Excellent benefits package. The chance to work on high-profile contracts with real impact. A collaborative, supportive team culture where your contribution is recognised. If you're ready to step into a commercial finance role where your expertise will directly influence business growth and success, we'd love to hear from you.

Cedar are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a background in rail operations, change management, fleet cascade, and process improvement? One of the UK's most recognisable and respected rail operators is looking for a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead critical transformation initiatives across its operational and fleet programmes. The role is long-term, hybrid working and outside IR35 About the Role: As a key member of the change delivery team, you will manage cross-functional projects that span fleet cascade, operational efficiency, and business process optimisation. This is a hands-on role requiring strong stakeholder engagement skills, operational awareness, and a sharp eye for detail. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project delivery across operational change, fleet cascade planning, and service transformation. Drive improvements in business processes and operational performance. Engage with internal and external stakeholders across engineering, operations, planning, and commercial teams. Develop and maintain project plans, risk registers, and governance documentation. Ensure timely delivery of project milestones in line with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Support the integration of new fleet and the withdrawal of legacy units as part of the cascade programme. About You: Proven experience delivering projects within the UK rail industry - preferably in operations, rolling stock/fleet, or change environments. Strong track record in process improvement and business transformation. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work across multiple workstreams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Prince2, APM or similar qualification (desirable). Familiarity with rolling stock planning, operational delivery, or depot interface (highly advantageous). If you are looking for a new exciting challenge please apply