Principal Sales Engineer Location: Remote (UK-based) with travel to customer sites Salary: circa £140k % bonus + car allowance + extensive benefits package (DV cleared) Clearance Requirement: DV (Developed Vetting) or SC if willing to go through DV process Our client is at the forefront of digital transformation, supporting the world s most essential organisations through their most complex digital challenges. By providing visibility and insight at an unparalleled scale they help clients solve problems faster, secure what matters, and drive continuous innovation across their digital ecosystems. We are now seeking a Principal Sales Engineer to support the growth of UK public sector accounts. This is a remote, client-facing role for a highly technical and experienced presales professional with a strong Government/Public Sector background and current DV clearance. Key Requirements Essential skills and experience: 15+ years experience in IT, with at least 10 years in presales, network engineering, or technical support with demonstrable success supporting UK Government or public sector clients Strong expertise in: Cisco routing, switching, gateways, and applications TCP/IP, SNMP, Netflow, VoIP LAN/WAN topologies (MPLS, Frame Relay, ATM) Security concepts and network infrastructure design Network performance and fault/alert management Solid understanding of: Operating systems Linux, Windows Cloud and virtualisation technologies SDN/NFV, Public/Private Cloud Performance tools HP/OV, Tivoli, EMC SMARTS, ArcSight Relevant certifications CCNP or CCIE or Juniper equivalent Formal presales training (e.g. Sandler, Siebel, Afterburner, Udemy) Excellent communication and presentation skills verbal, written, and visual Desirable qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent technical military training Knowledge of products such as Arbor, Radwhere, Riverbed, A10, ExtraHop Familiarity with security audits, RFP/RFI responses Exposure to security analytics tools and techniques, such as log analysis, anomaly detection, or traffic monitoring, with an interest in developing stronger skills. Understanding of full packet capture and analysis concepts, or hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark, Zeek, or similar platforms. Awareness of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and how they apply to network assurance. Role & Responsibilities As Principal Sales Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving revenue by delivering technical presales support, demonstrating product value, and shaping best-fit solutions. Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will act as a trusted advisor for public sector clients and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include: Leading technical discovery and supporting the full sales cycle Creating and delivering high-impact demos and presentations Differentiating solutions from competitors using compelling value stories Acting as a technical expert across integrators, service providers, and Government Partnering with product and engineering to influence roadmaps and relay market feedback Contributing to technical documentation, RFPs, and whitepapers Mentoring Sales Engineers, attending client meetings alongside them Building strong customer relationships and identifying upsell opportunities Representing customer needs internally and advocating for technical alignment Participating in industry events, speaking engagements, and strategic initiatives Additional Details Remote Working: Muust be comfortable with regular travel for client meetings 3-4 days per week
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Principal Sales Engineer Location: Remote (UK-based) with travel to customer sites Salary: circa £140k % bonus + car allowance + extensive benefits package (DV cleared) Clearance Requirement: DV (Developed Vetting) or SC if willing to go through DV process Our client is at the forefront of digital transformation, supporting the world s most essential organisations through their most complex digital challenges. By providing visibility and insight at an unparalleled scale they help clients solve problems faster, secure what matters, and drive continuous innovation across their digital ecosystems. We are now seeking a Principal Sales Engineer to support the growth of UK public sector accounts. This is a remote, client-facing role for a highly technical and experienced presales professional with a strong Government/Public Sector background and current DV clearance. Key Requirements Essential skills and experience: 15+ years experience in IT, with at least 10 years in presales, network engineering, or technical support with demonstrable success supporting UK Government or public sector clients Strong expertise in: Cisco routing, switching, gateways, and applications TCP/IP, SNMP, Netflow, VoIP LAN/WAN topologies (MPLS, Frame Relay, ATM) Security concepts and network infrastructure design Network performance and fault/alert management Solid understanding of: Operating systems Linux, Windows Cloud and virtualisation technologies SDN/NFV, Public/Private Cloud Performance tools HP/OV, Tivoli, EMC SMARTS, ArcSight Relevant certifications CCNP or CCIE or Juniper equivalent Formal presales training (e.g. Sandler, Siebel, Afterburner, Udemy) Excellent communication and presentation skills verbal, written, and visual Desirable qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent technical military training Knowledge of products such as Arbor, Radwhere, Riverbed, A10, ExtraHop Familiarity with security audits, RFP/RFI responses Exposure to security analytics tools and techniques, such as log analysis, anomaly detection, or traffic monitoring, with an interest in developing stronger skills. Understanding of full packet capture and analysis concepts, or hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark, Zeek, or similar platforms. Awareness of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and how they apply to network assurance. Role & Responsibilities As Principal Sales Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving revenue by delivering technical presales support, demonstrating product value, and shaping best-fit solutions. Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will act as a trusted advisor for public sector clients and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include: Leading technical discovery and supporting the full sales cycle Creating and delivering high-impact demos and presentations Differentiating solutions from competitors using compelling value stories Acting as a technical expert across integrators, service providers, and Government Partnering with product and engineering to influence roadmaps and relay market feedback Contributing to technical documentation, RFPs, and whitepapers Mentoring Sales Engineers, attending client meetings alongside them Building strong customer relationships and identifying upsell opportunities Representing customer needs internally and advocating for technical alignment Participating in industry events, speaking engagements, and strategic initiatives Additional Details Remote Working: Muust be comfortable with regular travel for client meetings 3-4 days per week
Associate Director - Town Planning Location: London Company: Leading Independent Multidisciplinary Consultancy A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a well-established, forward-thinking planning, design, and environmental consultancy with a strong national presence. The business is known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and developing trusted relationships across the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Regional Director of Planning to drive growth within London and the South East, strengthening client relationships, winning new work, and leading on significant projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, and estates. The Role This position is ideal for a commercially minded planning professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and has the technical ability to oversee complex projects. You'll work closely with a talented, multidisciplinary team of over 80 professionals nationwide and help shape the firm's growth in the region. Key Responsibilities Lead on client engagement and relationship management across planning projects. Generate new business opportunities while maintaining and developing existing client relationships. Identify and pursue new markets, clients, and growth opportunities. Prepare and deliver winning tender presentations and reports. Manage large-scale, complex planning projects to the highest standards. Negotiate major contracts and manage key legal and commercial aspects. Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the planning team. Requirements MRTPI qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-chartership experience. Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in business development. Excellent client management and presentation skills. Confident leading projects across multiple sectors and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Benefits This company takes pride in supporting its people and offers an exceptional benefits package, including: Health & Wellbeing Private medical insurance (Vitality) BUPA cash plan Employee Assistance Programme Discounted gym memberships Lifestyle & Perks Enhanced annual leave entitlement Additional loyalty days for long service Hybrid working Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts Rewards & Recognition Annual company bonus scheme Defined promotion windows Regular team events and social activities Career & Development Professional membership subscriptions covered Protected CPD time and structured progression framework Access to exclusive online learning resources Financial Security Enhanced company pension Death-in-service cover Interested? Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:Email: Phone: I am also working on a number of Planning roles across the UK and Ireland from Graduate to Director level.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Associate Director - Town Planning Location: London Company: Leading Independent Multidisciplinary Consultancy A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a well-established, forward-thinking planning, design, and environmental consultancy with a strong national presence. The business is known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and developing trusted relationships across the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Regional Director of Planning to drive growth within London and the South East, strengthening client relationships, winning new work, and leading on significant projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, and estates. The Role This position is ideal for a commercially minded planning professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and has the technical ability to oversee complex projects. You'll work closely with a talented, multidisciplinary team of over 80 professionals nationwide and help shape the firm's growth in the region. Key Responsibilities Lead on client engagement and relationship management across planning projects. Generate new business opportunities while maintaining and developing existing client relationships. Identify and pursue new markets, clients, and growth opportunities. Prepare and deliver winning tender presentations and reports. Manage large-scale, complex planning projects to the highest standards. Negotiate major contracts and manage key legal and commercial aspects. Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the planning team. Requirements MRTPI qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-chartership experience. Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in business development. Excellent client management and presentation skills. Confident leading projects across multiple sectors and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Benefits This company takes pride in supporting its people and offers an exceptional benefits package, including: Health & Wellbeing Private medical insurance (Vitality) BUPA cash plan Employee Assistance Programme Discounted gym memberships Lifestyle & Perks Enhanced annual leave entitlement Additional loyalty days for long service Hybrid working Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts Rewards & Recognition Annual company bonus scheme Defined promotion windows Regular team events and social activities Career & Development Professional membership subscriptions covered Protected CPD time and structured progression framework Access to exclusive online learning resources Financial Security Enhanced company pension Death-in-service cover Interested? Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:Email: Phone: I am also working on a number of Planning roles across the UK and Ireland from Graduate to Director level.
Quality care starts with one child - and one leader who makes it happen. Lead with purpose. Drive excellence. Transform lives. Are you a passionate leader in children's social care with a relentless focus on quality? Do you want to shape the future of residential services that change lives every day? We're looking for an outstanding Quality Director to spearhead excellence across our portfolio of children's homes. This is a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal, high-impact role where you'll lead strategy, strengthen compliance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement and safeguarding. From audit oversight to coaching leadership teams, you'll ensure our homes deliver exceptional care and consistently exceed regulatory standards. You'll work closely with our CEO and operational leaders, championing innovation and best practice across a growing, values-led organisation. This is a hybrid role with the expectation to travel to our Head Office in Penrith at least once a week. What you'll bring: Proven track record in quality leadership within children's residential care Deep knowledge of Ofsted, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and safeguarding frameworks Confidence to influence, challenge and inspire at all levels Strategic mind, hands-on attitude, and a commitment to doing what's right for children If you're ready to take your career to the next level-and play a key part in helping children thrive-we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape a safer, stronger future for children across our services. All roles at AWW are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Quality care starts with one child - and one leader who makes it happen. Lead with purpose. Drive excellence. Transform lives. Are you a passionate leader in children's social care with a relentless focus on quality? Do you want to shape the future of residential services that change lives every day? We're looking for an outstanding Quality Director to spearhead excellence across our portfolio of children's homes. This is a unique opportunity to step into a pivotal, high-impact role where you'll lead strategy, strengthen compliance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement and safeguarding. From audit oversight to coaching leadership teams, you'll ensure our homes deliver exceptional care and consistently exceed regulatory standards. You'll work closely with our CEO and operational leaders, championing innovation and best practice across a growing, values-led organisation. This is a hybrid role with the expectation to travel to our Head Office in Penrith at least once a week. What you'll bring: Proven track record in quality leadership within children's residential care Deep knowledge of Ofsted, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and safeguarding frameworks Confidence to influence, challenge and inspire at all levels Strategic mind, hands-on attitude, and a commitment to doing what's right for children If you're ready to take your career to the next level-and play a key part in helping children thrive-we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape a safer, stronger future for children across our services. All roles at AWW are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Finance to serve as Executive Director and hold FCA Senior Management Function (SMF3) approval on authorisation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Audit & Risk Committee Chair and Director of Financial Risk, the Director of Finance will lead financial management, planning and control across the company - establishing robust frameworks that ensure transparency, prudence and accountability in a regulated environment. You will join a compact, high-calibre executive team and play a pivotal role through mobilisation, authorisation and launch, building the financial systems, reporting and governance that will underpin a £25 billion organisation with a public purpose. You may already be a Finance Director in an FCA-regulated setting or a senior finance professional ready to take that next step. You will bring a strong command of financial-control frameworks, statutory and prudential reporting, and audit oversight. A qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), you will also bring experience designing or overseeing MIFIDPRU, ICAAP or liquidity-management frameworks. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 07 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid cyntaf erioed i wasanaethu fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithredol a chael cymeradwyaeth Swyddogaeth Uwch-reolwr (SMF3) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol ar ôl awdurdodiad. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol a gweithio'n agos gyda Chadeirydd y Pwyllgor Archwilio a Risg a'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, bydd y Cyfarwyddwr Cyllid yn arwain rheolaeth ariannol, cynllunio a rheoli ar draws y cwmni - gan sefydlu fframweithiau cadarn sy'n sicrhau tryloywder, darbodaeth ac atebolrwydd mewn awyrgylch a reoleiddir. Byddwch yn ymuno â thîm gweithredol bach, o'r radd flaenaf ac yn chwarae rôl allweddol drwy ysgogi, awdurdodi a lansio, ynghyd ag adeiladu'r systemau ariannol ac adrodd a llywodraethu, a fydd yn sail i sefydliad gwerth £25 biliwn sydd â phwrpas cyhoeddus. Efallai eich bod eisoes yn Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid mewn lleoliad a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol neu'n uwch-weithiwr cyllid proffesiynol sy'n barod i gymryd y cam nesaf hwnnw. Bydd gennych reolaeth gref ar fframweithiau rheoli ariannol, adroddiadau statudol a darbodus, a goruchwylio archwilio. Byddwch yn gyfrifydd sydd wedi cymhwyso (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA neu gyfwerth), a bydd hefyd gennych brofiad o ddylunio neu oruchwylio MIFIDPRU, ICAAP neu fframweithiau rheoli hylifedd. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 07 Tachwedd 2025.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Finance to serve as Executive Director and hold FCA Senior Management Function (SMF3) approval on authorisation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Audit & Risk Committee Chair and Director of Financial Risk, the Director of Finance will lead financial management, planning and control across the company - establishing robust frameworks that ensure transparency, prudence and accountability in a regulated environment. You will join a compact, high-calibre executive team and play a pivotal role through mobilisation, authorisation and launch, building the financial systems, reporting and governance that will underpin a £25 billion organisation with a public purpose. You may already be a Finance Director in an FCA-regulated setting or a senior finance professional ready to take that next step. You will bring a strong command of financial-control frameworks, statutory and prudential reporting, and audit oversight. A qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), you will also bring experience designing or overseeing MIFIDPRU, ICAAP or liquidity-management frameworks. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 07 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid cyntaf erioed i wasanaethu fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithredol a chael cymeradwyaeth Swyddogaeth Uwch-reolwr (SMF3) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol ar ôl awdurdodiad. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol a gweithio'n agos gyda Chadeirydd y Pwyllgor Archwilio a Risg a'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, bydd y Cyfarwyddwr Cyllid yn arwain rheolaeth ariannol, cynllunio a rheoli ar draws y cwmni - gan sefydlu fframweithiau cadarn sy'n sicrhau tryloywder, darbodaeth ac atebolrwydd mewn awyrgylch a reoleiddir. Byddwch yn ymuno â thîm gweithredol bach, o'r radd flaenaf ac yn chwarae rôl allweddol drwy ysgogi, awdurdodi a lansio, ynghyd ag adeiladu'r systemau ariannol ac adrodd a llywodraethu, a fydd yn sail i sefydliad gwerth £25 biliwn sydd â phwrpas cyhoeddus. Efallai eich bod eisoes yn Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid mewn lleoliad a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol neu'n uwch-weithiwr cyllid proffesiynol sy'n barod i gymryd y cam nesaf hwnnw. Bydd gennych reolaeth gref ar fframweithiau rheoli ariannol, adroddiadau statudol a darbodus, a goruchwylio archwilio. Byddwch yn gyfrifydd sydd wedi cymhwyso (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA neu gyfwerth), a bydd hefyd gennych brofiad o ddylunio neu oruchwylio MIFIDPRU, ICAAP neu fframweithiau rheoli hylifedd. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 07 Tachwedd 2025.
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Non-Financial Risk to lead its operational-risk, compliance and financial-crime frameworks, holding FCA Senior Management Functions SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will be central to demonstrating to Government and the FCA that WPP IM Co meets the highest standards of conduct, governance and operational resilience. You will design and embed proportionate, best-practice frameworks for operational risk, outsourcing oversight, resilience and compliance - ensuring robust systems and controls for a £25 billion investment organisation. Working closely with the Director of Financial Risk, you will maintain a unified enterprise-risk framework that integrates prudential, operational and conduct risk. You may already hold SMF16/17 approval within a regulated firm or be ready to step into your first senior executive role. You will bring extensive senior-level experience in operational-risk, compliance or resilience leadership within a regulated investment or asset-management environment. You will bring a strong understanding of outsourcing frameworks (including overseeing third-party providers), operational-resilience regulation, and data-protection or cyber-security standards. With a proven ability to engage with regulators and Board Members, you will also bring experience establishing or scaling a Compliance function, including hiring and managing compliance professionals. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 12 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Risg Anariannol cyntaf erioed i arwain ei fframweithiau risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth a throseddau ariannol, gan feddu ar Swyddogaethau Uwch-reolwr SMF16 (Goruchwylio Cydymffurfiaeth) a SMF17 (Swyddog Adrodd Gwyngalchu Arian) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol, bydd y rôl hon yn ganolog i ddangos i'r Llywodraeth a'r Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol fod Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn bodloni'r safonau uchaf o ran ymddygiad, llywodraethu a gwytnwch gweithredol. Byddwch yn dylunio ac yn sefydlu fframweithiau arferion gorau cymesur ar gyfer risg weithredol, goruchwylio darparwyr allanol, gwytnwch a chydymffurfiaeth - gan sicrhau systemau a mesurau rheoli cadarn ar gyfer sefydliad buddsoddi gwerth £25 biliwn. Gan weithio'n agos gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, byddwch yn cynnal fframwaith risg menter unedig sy'n integreiddio risg ddarbodus, weithredol ac ymddygiad. Efallai y bydd eisoes gennych gymeradwyaeth SMF16/17 o fewn cwmni a reoleiddir neu eich bod yn barod i gamu i'ch rôl uwch-swyddog gweithredol gyntaf. Bydd gennych brofiad helaeth ar lefel uwch o arwain ym maes risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth neu wytnwch mewn amgylchedd buddsoddi neu reoli asedau a reoleiddir. Bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth gref o allanoli fframweithiau (gan gynnwys goruchwylio darparwyr trydydd parti), rheoleiddio gwytnwch gweithredol a diogelu data neu safonau seiberddiogelwch. Bydd gennych allu pendant i ymgysylltu â rheoleiddwyr ac Aelodau'r Bwrdd, a hefyd bydd gennych brofiad o sefydlu neu ehangu swyddogaeth cydymffurfiaeth, gan gynnwys cyflogi a rheoli gweithwyr cydymffurfio proffesiynol. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 12 Tachwedd 2025.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Non-Financial Risk to lead its operational-risk, compliance and financial-crime frameworks, holding FCA Senior Management Functions SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will be central to demonstrating to Government and the FCA that WPP IM Co meets the highest standards of conduct, governance and operational resilience. You will design and embed proportionate, best-practice frameworks for operational risk, outsourcing oversight, resilience and compliance - ensuring robust systems and controls for a £25 billion investment organisation. Working closely with the Director of Financial Risk, you will maintain a unified enterprise-risk framework that integrates prudential, operational and conduct risk. You may already hold SMF16/17 approval within a regulated firm or be ready to step into your first senior executive role. You will bring extensive senior-level experience in operational-risk, compliance or resilience leadership within a regulated investment or asset-management environment. You will bring a strong understanding of outsourcing frameworks (including overseeing third-party providers), operational-resilience regulation, and data-protection or cyber-security standards. With a proven ability to engage with regulators and Board Members, you will also bring experience establishing or scaling a Compliance function, including hiring and managing compliance professionals. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 12 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Risg Anariannol cyntaf erioed i arwain ei fframweithiau risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth a throseddau ariannol, gan feddu ar Swyddogaethau Uwch-reolwr SMF16 (Goruchwylio Cydymffurfiaeth) a SMF17 (Swyddog Adrodd Gwyngalchu Arian) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol, bydd y rôl hon yn ganolog i ddangos i'r Llywodraeth a'r Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol fod Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn bodloni'r safonau uchaf o ran ymddygiad, llywodraethu a gwytnwch gweithredol. Byddwch yn dylunio ac yn sefydlu fframweithiau arferion gorau cymesur ar gyfer risg weithredol, goruchwylio darparwyr allanol, gwytnwch a chydymffurfiaeth - gan sicrhau systemau a mesurau rheoli cadarn ar gyfer sefydliad buddsoddi gwerth £25 biliwn. Gan weithio'n agos gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, byddwch yn cynnal fframwaith risg menter unedig sy'n integreiddio risg ddarbodus, weithredol ac ymddygiad. Efallai y bydd eisoes gennych gymeradwyaeth SMF16/17 o fewn cwmni a reoleiddir neu eich bod yn barod i gamu i'ch rôl uwch-swyddog gweithredol gyntaf. Bydd gennych brofiad helaeth ar lefel uwch o arwain ym maes risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth neu wytnwch mewn amgylchedd buddsoddi neu reoli asedau a reoleiddir. Bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth gref o allanoli fframweithiau (gan gynnwys goruchwylio darparwyr trydydd parti), rheoleiddio gwytnwch gweithredol a diogelu data neu safonau seiberddiogelwch. Bydd gennych allu pendant i ymgysylltu â rheoleiddwyr ac Aelodau'r Bwrdd, a hefyd bydd gennych brofiad o sefydlu neu ehangu swyddogaeth cydymffurfiaeth, gan gynnwys cyflogi a rheoli gweithwyr cydymffurfio proffesiynol. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 12 Tachwedd 2025.
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Non-Financial Risk to lead its operational-risk, compliance and financial-crime frameworks, holding FCA Senior Management Functions SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will be central to demonstrating to Government and the FCA that WPP IM Co meets the highest standards of conduct, governance and operational resilience. You will design and embed proportionate, best-practice frameworks for operational risk, outsourcing oversight, resilience and compliance - ensuring robust systems and controls for a £25 billion investment organisation. Working closely with the Director of Financial Risk, you will maintain a unified enterprise-risk framework that integrates prudential, operational and conduct risk. You may already hold SMF16/17 approval within a regulated firm or be ready to step into your first senior executive role. You will bring extensive senior-level experience in operational-risk, compliance or resilience leadership within a regulated investment or asset-management environment. You will bring a strong understanding of outsourcing frameworks (including overseeing third-party providers), operational-resilience regulation, and data-protection or cyber-security standards. With a proven ability to engage with regulators and Board Members, you will also bring experience establishing or scaling a Compliance function, including hiring and managing compliance professionals. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 12 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Risg Anariannol cyntaf erioed i arwain ei fframweithiau risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth a throseddau ariannol, gan feddu ar Swyddogaethau Uwch-reolwr SMF16 (Goruchwylio Cydymffurfiaeth) a SMF17 (Swyddog Adrodd Gwyngalchu Arian) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol, bydd y rôl hon yn ganolog i ddangos i'r Llywodraeth a'r Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol fod Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn bodloni'r safonau uchaf o ran ymddygiad, llywodraethu a gwytnwch gweithredol. Byddwch yn dylunio ac yn sefydlu fframweithiau arferion gorau cymesur ar gyfer risg weithredol, goruchwylio darparwyr allanol, gwytnwch a chydymffurfiaeth - gan sicrhau systemau a mesurau rheoli cadarn ar gyfer sefydliad buddsoddi gwerth £25 biliwn. Gan weithio'n agos gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, byddwch yn cynnal fframwaith risg menter unedig sy'n integreiddio risg ddarbodus, weithredol ac ymddygiad. Efallai y bydd eisoes gennych gymeradwyaeth SMF16/17 o fewn cwmni a reoleiddir neu eich bod yn barod i gamu i'ch rôl uwch-swyddog gweithredol gyntaf. Bydd gennych brofiad helaeth ar lefel uwch o arwain ym maes risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth neu wytnwch mewn amgylchedd buddsoddi neu reoli asedau a reoleiddir. Bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth gref o allanoli fframweithiau (gan gynnwys goruchwylio darparwyr trydydd parti), rheoleiddio gwytnwch gweithredol a diogelu data neu safonau seiberddiogelwch. Bydd gennych allu pendant i ymgysylltu â rheoleiddwyr ac Aelodau'r Bwrdd, a hefyd bydd gennych brofiad o sefydlu neu ehangu swyddogaeth cydymffurfiaeth, gan gynnwys cyflogi a rheoli gweithwyr cydymffurfio proffesiynol. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 12 Tachwedd 2025.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Non-Financial Risk to lead its operational-risk, compliance and financial-crime frameworks, holding FCA Senior Management Functions SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer). Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this role will be central to demonstrating to Government and the FCA that WPP IM Co meets the highest standards of conduct, governance and operational resilience. You will design and embed proportionate, best-practice frameworks for operational risk, outsourcing oversight, resilience and compliance - ensuring robust systems and controls for a £25 billion investment organisation. Working closely with the Director of Financial Risk, you will maintain a unified enterprise-risk framework that integrates prudential, operational and conduct risk. You may already hold SMF16/17 approval within a regulated firm or be ready to step into your first senior executive role. You will bring extensive senior-level experience in operational-risk, compliance or resilience leadership within a regulated investment or asset-management environment. You will bring a strong understanding of outsourcing frameworks (including overseeing third-party providers), operational-resilience regulation, and data-protection or cyber-security standards. With a proven ability to engage with regulators and Board Members, you will also bring experience establishing or scaling a Compliance function, including hiring and managing compliance professionals. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 12 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Risg Anariannol cyntaf erioed i arwain ei fframweithiau risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth a throseddau ariannol, gan feddu ar Swyddogaethau Uwch-reolwr SMF16 (Goruchwylio Cydymffurfiaeth) a SMF17 (Swyddog Adrodd Gwyngalchu Arian) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol, bydd y rôl hon yn ganolog i ddangos i'r Llywodraeth a'r Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol fod Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn bodloni'r safonau uchaf o ran ymddygiad, llywodraethu a gwytnwch gweithredol. Byddwch yn dylunio ac yn sefydlu fframweithiau arferion gorau cymesur ar gyfer risg weithredol, goruchwylio darparwyr allanol, gwytnwch a chydymffurfiaeth - gan sicrhau systemau a mesurau rheoli cadarn ar gyfer sefydliad buddsoddi gwerth £25 biliwn. Gan weithio'n agos gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, byddwch yn cynnal fframwaith risg menter unedig sy'n integreiddio risg ddarbodus, weithredol ac ymddygiad. Efallai y bydd eisoes gennych gymeradwyaeth SMF16/17 o fewn cwmni a reoleiddir neu eich bod yn barod i gamu i'ch rôl uwch-swyddog gweithredol gyntaf. Bydd gennych brofiad helaeth ar lefel uwch o arwain ym maes risg weithredol, cydymffurfiaeth neu wytnwch mewn amgylchedd buddsoddi neu reoli asedau a reoleiddir. Bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth gref o allanoli fframweithiau (gan gynnwys goruchwylio darparwyr trydydd parti), rheoleiddio gwytnwch gweithredol a diogelu data neu safonau seiberddiogelwch. Bydd gennych allu pendant i ymgysylltu â rheoleiddwyr ac Aelodau'r Bwrdd, a hefyd bydd gennych brofiad o sefydlu neu ehangu swyddogaeth cydymffurfiaeth, gan gynnwys cyflogi a rheoli gweithwyr cydymffurfio proffesiynol. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 12 Tachwedd 2025.
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Finance to serve as Executive Director and hold FCA Senior Management Function (SMF3) approval on authorisation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Audit & Risk Committee Chair and Director of Financial Risk, the Director of Finance will lead financial management, planning and control across the company - establishing robust frameworks that ensure transparency, prudence and accountability in a regulated environment. You will join a compact, high-calibre executive team and play a pivotal role through mobilisation, authorisation and launch, building the financial systems, reporting and governance that will underpin a £25 billion organisation with a public purpose. You may already be a Finance Director in an FCA-regulated setting or a senior finance professional ready to take that next step. You will bring a strong command of financial-control frameworks, statutory and prudential reporting, and audit oversight. A qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), you will also bring experience designing or overseeing MIFIDPRU, ICAAP or liquidity-management frameworks. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 07 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid cyntaf erioed i wasanaethu fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithredol a chael cymeradwyaeth Swyddogaeth Uwch-reolwr (SMF3) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol ar ôl awdurdodiad. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol a gweithio'n agos gyda Chadeirydd y Pwyllgor Archwilio a Risg a'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, bydd y Cyfarwyddwr Cyllid yn arwain rheolaeth ariannol, cynllunio a rheoli ar draws y cwmni - gan sefydlu fframweithiau cadarn sy'n sicrhau tryloywder, darbodaeth ac atebolrwydd mewn awyrgylch a reoleiddir. Byddwch yn ymuno â thîm gweithredol bach, o'r radd flaenaf ac yn chwarae rôl allweddol drwy ysgogi, awdurdodi a lansio, ynghyd ag adeiladu'r systemau ariannol ac adrodd a llywodraethu, a fydd yn sail i sefydliad gwerth £25 biliwn sydd â phwrpas cyhoeddus. Efallai eich bod eisoes yn Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid mewn lleoliad a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol neu'n uwch-weithiwr cyllid proffesiynol sy'n barod i gymryd y cam nesaf hwnnw. Bydd gennych reolaeth gref ar fframweithiau rheoli ariannol, adroddiadau statudol a darbodus, a goruchwylio archwilio. Byddwch yn gyfrifydd sydd wedi cymhwyso (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA neu gyfwerth), a bydd hefyd gennych brofiad o ddylunio neu oruchwylio MIFIDPRU, ICAAP neu fframweithiau rheoli hylifedd. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 07 Tachwedd 2025.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
£125,000 per annum + bonus + generous pension + benefits Wales / Hybrid WPP IM Co is being established as an FCA-regulated investment management company to serve the eight Welsh Local Government Pension Scheme funds, managing more than £25 billion for 412,000 members. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a permanent, world-class investment institution for Wales and to design and lead the investment capability of a new, regulated company at the heart of UKLGPS reform. With Government backing, and authorisation targeted for March 2026, WPP IM Co will operate to global standards with a Welsh purpose - combining professional excellence with a clear public mandate. Over time, WPP IM Co will help channel long-term pension capital into clean energy, affordable housing, innovation and other investments that strengthen Wales and the UK - demonstrating how responsible investment can serve members and the communities they live in. The organisation is now seeking its first ever Director of Finance to serve as Executive Director and hold FCA Senior Management Function (SMF3) approval on authorisation. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Audit & Risk Committee Chair and Director of Financial Risk, the Director of Finance will lead financial management, planning and control across the company - establishing robust frameworks that ensure transparency, prudence and accountability in a regulated environment. You will join a compact, high-calibre executive team and play a pivotal role through mobilisation, authorisation and launch, building the financial systems, reporting and governance that will underpin a £25 billion organisation with a public purpose. You may already be a Finance Director in an FCA-regulated setting or a senior finance professional ready to take that next step. You will bring a strong command of financial-control frameworks, statutory and prudential reporting, and audit oversight. A qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), you will also bring experience designing or overseeing MIFIDPRU, ICAAP or liquidity-management frameworks. Experience within the LGPS or public sector is not required. Welsh connectivity or experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Welsh language proficiency is also not essential but would be an advantage. To have a confidential conversation about the role with Odgers' team in Wales, please call Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman or Steffan Griffiths on or email us at . All applications will be acknowledged, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit a CV by 07 November 2025. £125,000 y flwyddyn + bonws + pensiwn hael + buddion Cymru / Hybrid Mae Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau Partneriaeth Pensiwn Cymru yn cael ei sefydlu fel cwmni rheoli buddsoddiadau a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol i wasanaethu'r wyth cronfa Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol yng Nghymru, gan reoli mwy na £25 biliwn ar gyfer 412,000 o aelodau. Dyma gyfle unwaith mewn cenhedlaeth i helpu i lunio sefydliad buddsoddi parhaol, o'r radd flaenaf i Gymru ac i ddylunio ac arwain gallu buddsoddi cwmni newydd a reoleiddir sydd wrth wraidd diwygio Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol y DU. Gyda chefnogaeth y Llywodraeth, gan dargedu awdurdodiad ar gyfer mis Mawrth 2026, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn gweithredu yn ôl safonau byd-eang gyda phwrpas Cymreig - gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth broffesiynol â mandad cyhoeddus clir. Dros amser, bydd Cwmni Rheoli Buddsoddiadau PPC yn helpu i sianelu cyfalaf pensiwn hirdymor i ynni glân, tai fforddiadwy, arloesi a buddsoddiadau eraill sy'n cryfhau Cymru a'r DU - gan ddangos sut y gall buddsoddi cyfrifol fod o fudd i aelodau a'r cymunedau lle maent yn byw. Mae'r sefydliad bellach yn chwilio am ei Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid cyntaf erioed i wasanaethu fel Cyfarwyddwr Gweithredol a chael cymeradwyaeth Swyddogaeth Uwch-reolwr (SMF3) gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol ar ôl awdurdodiad. Gan fod yn atebol i'r Prif Swyddog Gweithredol a gweithio'n agos gyda Chadeirydd y Pwyllgor Archwilio a Risg a'r Cyfarwyddwr Risg Ariannol, bydd y Cyfarwyddwr Cyllid yn arwain rheolaeth ariannol, cynllunio a rheoli ar draws y cwmni - gan sefydlu fframweithiau cadarn sy'n sicrhau tryloywder, darbodaeth ac atebolrwydd mewn awyrgylch a reoleiddir. Byddwch yn ymuno â thîm gweithredol bach, o'r radd flaenaf ac yn chwarae rôl allweddol drwy ysgogi, awdurdodi a lansio, ynghyd ag adeiladu'r systemau ariannol ac adrodd a llywodraethu, a fydd yn sail i sefydliad gwerth £25 biliwn sydd â phwrpas cyhoeddus. Efallai eich bod eisoes yn Gyfarwyddwr Cyllid mewn lleoliad a reoleiddir gan yr Awdurdod Ymddygiad Ariannol neu'n uwch-weithiwr cyllid proffesiynol sy'n barod i gymryd y cam nesaf hwnnw. Bydd gennych reolaeth gref ar fframweithiau rheoli ariannol, adroddiadau statudol a darbodus, a goruchwylio archwilio. Byddwch yn gyfrifydd sydd wedi cymhwyso (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA neu gyfwerth), a bydd hefyd gennych brofiad o ddylunio neu oruchwylio MIFIDPRU, ICAAP neu fframweithiau rheoli hylifedd. Nid oes angen profiad o fewn Cynllun Pensiwn Llywodraeth Leol neu yn y sector cyhoeddus. Byddai cysylltiad â Chymru neu brofiad o Gymru yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol. Nid yw hyfedredd yn y Gymraeg yn hanfodol chwaith, ond byddai'n fanteisiol. I gael sgwrs cyfrinachol am y rôl gyda'r thîm Odgers Cymru, cysylltwch â Jemma Terry, Leighton Freeman neu Steffan Griffiths ar neu ebostiwch . Bydd pob cais yn cael ei gydnabod, a rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr amrywiol. I ymgeisio, danfonwch CV erbyn 07 Tachwedd 2025.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Marketing team is the driving force behind the creativity and growth at BDO. Marketing has a broad remit here. Their main goal is to equip the business to win and there are teams covering most touchpoints of the customer journey. Highlights include a national advertising campaign, the launch of a new firm-wide sales planning process and the implementation of new digital marketing tools. Because we know that great ideas can come from anywhere, you can be sure you'll be heard and have the chance to make a real impact. You'll be supported to build your career, but also to be yourself in the office. Help the firm succeed by staying ahead of the latest market trends, confidently implementing your ideas and collaborating with a range of shareholders. You'll be rewarded with a great work-life balance and a career with real purpose. We'll help you succeed We are seeking a commercially driven Senior Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our London Tax practice. This role sits within our Markets Sales & Clients function and reports directly to the Head of Markets - Tax. The key measure of success in this role will be your ability to build high-quality, enduring relationships with our target market - CFOs, Heads of Tax, senior finance leaders, and private equity investors at privately owned and PE-backed businesses with revenues between £50m and £650m. Through these trusted relationships, you will originate opportunities and position our firm as the adviser of choice across the Technology, Media, and Financial Services sectors. You will work closely with partners, directors, and tax specialists to develop and convert opportunities, contributing to the continued growth and market presence of our London Tax Group. Relationship Building Develop and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with CFOs, Heads of Tax, and senior finance leaders. Lead insightful, strategic conversations that position the firm as a valued partner for growth. Build and leverage relationships with intermediaries, advisers, and investors to generate introductions and enhance influence. Represent the firm at targeted industry events and networking forums. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and contribute to fostering a culture of commercial excellence across the London office. Origination & Pipeline Management Originate, qualify, and support conversion of opportunities within the target accounts into engagements. Collaborate with partners and tax specialists to identify client issues and align services appropriately Maintain disciplined pipeline management to ensure consistent progress toward growth objectives. Collaboration & Team Enablement Collaborate with colleagues across service lines to ensure an integrated approach to client engagement. Share knowledge, mentor junior colleagues, and foster a culture of commercial excellence. Promote best practice in relationship-led business development. You'll be someone with: Demonstrable success in relationship-led business development within B2B environment operating at c-suit level. Strong experience engaging with private and PE-backed businesses, particularly with CFOs, Heads of Tax, and senior finance leaders. Desirable: Existing or emerging network in Tech, Media, and Financial Services sectors. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with credibility at senior levels. Commercially astute, resilient, and entrepreneurial, with a long-term approach to value creation. Ability to work effectively in a complex, fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of building trust and alignment across senior internal and external stakeholders. Collaborative and team-oriented, with coaching and mentoring capabilities. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Marketing team is the driving force behind the creativity and growth at BDO. Marketing has a broad remit here. Their main goal is to equip the business to win and there are teams covering most touchpoints of the customer journey. Highlights include a national advertising campaign, the launch of a new firm-wide sales planning process and the implementation of new digital marketing tools. Because we know that great ideas can come from anywhere, you can be sure you'll be heard and have the chance to make a real impact. You'll be supported to build your career, but also to be yourself in the office. Help the firm succeed by staying ahead of the latest market trends, confidently implementing your ideas and collaborating with a range of shareholders. You'll be rewarded with a great work-life balance and a career with real purpose. We'll help you succeed We are seeking a commercially driven Senior Business Development Manager to accelerate the growth of our London Tax practice. This role sits within our Markets Sales & Clients function and reports directly to the Head of Markets - Tax. The key measure of success in this role will be your ability to build high-quality, enduring relationships with our target market - CFOs, Heads of Tax, senior finance leaders, and private equity investors at privately owned and PE-backed businesses with revenues between £50m and £650m. Through these trusted relationships, you will originate opportunities and position our firm as the adviser of choice across the Technology, Media, and Financial Services sectors. You will work closely with partners, directors, and tax specialists to develop and convert opportunities, contributing to the continued growth and market presence of our London Tax Group. Relationship Building Develop and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with CFOs, Heads of Tax, and senior finance leaders. Lead insightful, strategic conversations that position the firm as a valued partner for growth. Build and leverage relationships with intermediaries, advisers, and investors to generate introductions and enhance influence. Represent the firm at targeted industry events and networking forums. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and contribute to fostering a culture of commercial excellence across the London office. Origination & Pipeline Management Originate, qualify, and support conversion of opportunities within the target accounts into engagements. Collaborate with partners and tax specialists to identify client issues and align services appropriately Maintain disciplined pipeline management to ensure consistent progress toward growth objectives. Collaboration & Team Enablement Collaborate with colleagues across service lines to ensure an integrated approach to client engagement. Share knowledge, mentor junior colleagues, and foster a culture of commercial excellence. Promote best practice in relationship-led business development. You'll be someone with: Demonstrable success in relationship-led business development within B2B environment operating at c-suit level. Strong experience engaging with private and PE-backed businesses, particularly with CFOs, Heads of Tax, and senior finance leaders. Desirable: Existing or emerging network in Tech, Media, and Financial Services sectors. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with credibility at senior levels. Commercially astute, resilient, and entrepreneurial, with a long-term approach to value creation. Ability to work effectively in a complex, fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of building trust and alignment across senior internal and external stakeholders. Collaborative and team-oriented, with coaching and mentoring capabilities. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Business Development & Marketing Lead required to join a well-established, design-led Architectural practice in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. With over 60 professionals across multiple disciplines, they have built a collaborative culture grounded in creativity, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of their continued growth, they are introducing a new strategic position to strengthen their commercial performance and deepen client engagement across key markets. Our client are now seeking a Business Development & Marketing Lead to join the leadership team - a pivotal role bringing together business development, marketing, and client relationship management. The Role Working closely with the Directors and Leadership Team, the Business Development & Marketing Lead will shape and deliver the company's commercial strategy. This includes coordinating bids, leading marketing initiatives, supporting client relationships, and ensuring commercial performance across projects. You will also mentor the digital marketing team and collaborate across internal working groups to embed best practice in quality assurance, systems, and governance. Key Responsibilities Business Development / Bid Management Lead the preparation and coordination of bids, fee proposals, and commercial reports. Ensure submissions meet brand, quality, and compliance standards. Align marketing and business development activity with the company's strategic goals. Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify opportunities and inform decision-making. Support leaders with procurement frameworks, fee structures, and risk mitigation. Marketing & Campaign Coordination Plan and coordinate digital, PR, and offline marketing campaigns. Oversee the creation of engaging content including case studies, project narratives, and client materials. Guide the marketing calendar to ensure consistent and impactful brand messaging. Client Engagement Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring proactive communication and engagement. Gather and analyse client feedback and scorecards to inform continuous improvement. Represent the company at industry events, forums, and networking opportunities, including pre-event research. Support client intelligence gathering to strengthen business development efforts. Collaboration & Leadership Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive commercial and marketing outcomes. Mentor and support junior team members in bid writing, CRM use, and client engagement. Contribute to continuous improvement in governance, systems, and quality assurance processes. Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and professional conduct standards. Review proposals, bids, and communications for accuracy and compliance. Support leaders in maintaining accreditations and certifications. About You Degree in Marketing, Business, or a related discipline. 10+ years' experience in business development, marketing, or commercial roles ideally within architecture, construction, or the built environment. Proven track record in managing bids, fee proposals, and commercial reporting. Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, fee structures, and risk management. Commercially astute with a strategic and analytical mindset. Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation skills. Proficient in CRM systems and project management tools. Familiar with digital, PR, and offline marketing channels. Knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant industry conduct codes. Experienced leader or mentor with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Why Apply? Join a respected, design-led practice with a clear vision for growth. Take ownership of a newly created, strategic leadership role. Work within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Enjoy flexible hybrid working and opportunities for professional development. Salary Up to 50,000 per annum depending on experience & suitability. Sizeable profit and performance bonus. Agile working, via their Flexed office hours & WFH trials. Monthly Wellness Day. Employee discounts portal - shopping, Insurance, eating out, gym memberships etc Company away days. Company Pension scheme. Healthcare insurance - Aviva Cycle to work Scheme. Childcare vouchers To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter or for further information, please contact James Jackson at Conrad consulting for further information.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Business Development & Marketing Lead required to join a well-established, design-led Architectural practice in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. With over 60 professionals across multiple disciplines, they have built a collaborative culture grounded in creativity, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of their continued growth, they are introducing a new strategic position to strengthen their commercial performance and deepen client engagement across key markets. Our client are now seeking a Business Development & Marketing Lead to join the leadership team - a pivotal role bringing together business development, marketing, and client relationship management. The Role Working closely with the Directors and Leadership Team, the Business Development & Marketing Lead will shape and deliver the company's commercial strategy. This includes coordinating bids, leading marketing initiatives, supporting client relationships, and ensuring commercial performance across projects. You will also mentor the digital marketing team and collaborate across internal working groups to embed best practice in quality assurance, systems, and governance. Key Responsibilities Business Development / Bid Management Lead the preparation and coordination of bids, fee proposals, and commercial reports. Ensure submissions meet brand, quality, and compliance standards. Align marketing and business development activity with the company's strategic goals. Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify opportunities and inform decision-making. Support leaders with procurement frameworks, fee structures, and risk mitigation. Marketing & Campaign Coordination Plan and coordinate digital, PR, and offline marketing campaigns. Oversee the creation of engaging content including case studies, project narratives, and client materials. Guide the marketing calendar to ensure consistent and impactful brand messaging. Client Engagement Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring proactive communication and engagement. Gather and analyse client feedback and scorecards to inform continuous improvement. Represent the company at industry events, forums, and networking opportunities, including pre-event research. Support client intelligence gathering to strengthen business development efforts. Collaboration & Leadership Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive commercial and marketing outcomes. Mentor and support junior team members in bid writing, CRM use, and client engagement. Contribute to continuous improvement in governance, systems, and quality assurance processes. Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and professional conduct standards. Review proposals, bids, and communications for accuracy and compliance. Support leaders in maintaining accreditations and certifications. About You Degree in Marketing, Business, or a related discipline. 10+ years' experience in business development, marketing, or commercial roles ideally within architecture, construction, or the built environment. Proven track record in managing bids, fee proposals, and commercial reporting. Strong understanding of procurement frameworks, fee structures, and risk management. Commercially astute with a strategic and analytical mindset. Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation skills. Proficient in CRM systems and project management tools. Familiar with digital, PR, and offline marketing channels. Knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and relevant industry conduct codes. Experienced leader or mentor with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Why Apply? Join a respected, design-led practice with a clear vision for growth. Take ownership of a newly created, strategic leadership role. Work within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Enjoy flexible hybrid working and opportunities for professional development. Salary Up to 50,000 per annum depending on experience & suitability. Sizeable profit and performance bonus. Agile working, via their Flexed office hours & WFH trials. Monthly Wellness Day. Employee discounts portal - shopping, Insurance, eating out, gym memberships etc Company away days. Company Pension scheme. Healthcare insurance - Aviva Cycle to work Scheme. Childcare vouchers To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter or for further information, please contact James Jackson at Conrad consulting for further information.
Financial Adviser Manager Wakefield £50,000 - £60,000 + car allowance and bonus Team Leadership Business Development Adviser Performance NJR Recruitment is currently working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially focused Manager of Financial Advisers to join a dynamic and growing wealth management business. In this key role, you will take responsibility for leading, developing, and motivating a team of Wealth Planners, ensuring performance targets and business objectives are consistently achieved - while also contributing to strategic growth and revenue generation. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of regulated financial advisers, ensuring they meet KPIs and compliance standards Drive business development and revenue growth, supporting advisers in converting opportunities and building client relationships Monitor individual and team performance metrics and conduct regular 1:1s and coaching sessions Provide technical, regulatory, and sales support to help advisers deliver exceptional advice outcomes Work closely with senior leadership to support regional strategy, recruitment, and operational planning Champion a high-performance culture while maintaining strong ethical and client-first values Ensure the team adheres to FCA regulations and internal compliance frameworks Identify training needs and oversee adviser development and competency tracking What We're Looking For: Proven experience managing a team of Financial Advisers in a wealth management or IFA environment Strong understanding of financial planning products, client segmentation, and business development strategies Excellent people management skills with a track record of hitting team KPIs and driving commercial success Confident in performance coaching, leadership reporting, and operational oversight Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 4) required; Chartered or AF qualifications desirable A natural leader with credibility, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills What's on Offer: Base salary up to £60,000, depending on experience Performance-related bonus structure Opportunity to lead and shape a growing team Strong internal support structure and career development potential Join a well-regarded firm known for quality advice and ethical practice Progression opportunities to Managing Director in time If you're an experienced financial services leader ready to take on a pivotal role in adviser development and team success - we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact NJR Recruitment quoting NJR16090 for a confidential discussion.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Financial Adviser Manager Wakefield £50,000 - £60,000 + car allowance and bonus Team Leadership Business Development Adviser Performance NJR Recruitment is currently working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially focused Manager of Financial Advisers to join a dynamic and growing wealth management business. In this key role, you will take responsibility for leading, developing, and motivating a team of Wealth Planners, ensuring performance targets and business objectives are consistently achieved - while also contributing to strategic growth and revenue generation. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of regulated financial advisers, ensuring they meet KPIs and compliance standards Drive business development and revenue growth, supporting advisers in converting opportunities and building client relationships Monitor individual and team performance metrics and conduct regular 1:1s and coaching sessions Provide technical, regulatory, and sales support to help advisers deliver exceptional advice outcomes Work closely with senior leadership to support regional strategy, recruitment, and operational planning Champion a high-performance culture while maintaining strong ethical and client-first values Ensure the team adheres to FCA regulations and internal compliance frameworks Identify training needs and oversee adviser development and competency tracking What We're Looking For: Proven experience managing a team of Financial Advisers in a wealth management or IFA environment Strong understanding of financial planning products, client segmentation, and business development strategies Excellent people management skills with a track record of hitting team KPIs and driving commercial success Confident in performance coaching, leadership reporting, and operational oversight Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 4) required; Chartered or AF qualifications desirable A natural leader with credibility, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills What's on Offer: Base salary up to £60,000, depending on experience Performance-related bonus structure Opportunity to lead and shape a growing team Strong internal support structure and career development potential Join a well-regarded firm known for quality advice and ethical practice Progression opportunities to Managing Director in time If you're an experienced financial services leader ready to take on a pivotal role in adviser development and team success - we want to hear from you. Apply now or contact NJR Recruitment quoting NJR16090 for a confidential discussion.
Quantity surveyor - Established Main Contractor - Bromley/Orpington - £to 60k + package Your new company A successful Bromley-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, Healthcare, residential and public sector buildings, projects are typically in the 1 - £3mill range and include both new build, refurb and fitout schemes. Clients are a mix of private and public sector including several education & healthcare frameworks. With purpose-built offices, an experienced team and a strong orderbook, they continue to grow in a challenging market with multiple new contract awards to bolster existing works. As a result of this, plus a recent internal move, an additional QS is needed to oversee several new projects. Your new role As Quantity surveyor, you will be working in a team of 4, reporting to a commercial director. You will oversee 2-3 projects from a commercial standpoint, from pre-construction to completion. Duties include agreeing to subcontractor payments & variations, visiting site to check/measure works, preparing & managing client valuations, Creating and presenting a monthly CVR report, identifying & managing commercial risks, ensuring effective interaction between commercial and ops teams. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced Quantity surveyor with clear experience of working with a general main contractor/SME. You will be comfortable managing your own schemes and dealing with with the technical documentation associated with this, including CVR's. You will be fully computer-literate and be looking for a long-term career move. A Degree in Quantity surveying or an equivalent is desirable. What you'll get in return A competitive salary and travel allowance along with the stability a successful, well-managed contractor offers. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Quantity surveyor - Established Main Contractor - Bromley/Orpington - £to 60k + package Your new company A successful Bromley-based main contractor working across Greater London & Kent now seek an experienced Quantity surveyor to strengthen the existing commercial team. Working on a range of educational, Healthcare, residential and public sector buildings, projects are typically in the 1 - £3mill range and include both new build, refurb and fitout schemes. Clients are a mix of private and public sector including several education & healthcare frameworks. With purpose-built offices, an experienced team and a strong orderbook, they continue to grow in a challenging market with multiple new contract awards to bolster existing works. As a result of this, plus a recent internal move, an additional QS is needed to oversee several new projects. Your new role As Quantity surveyor, you will be working in a team of 4, reporting to a commercial director. You will oversee 2-3 projects from a commercial standpoint, from pre-construction to completion. Duties include agreeing to subcontractor payments & variations, visiting site to check/measure works, preparing & managing client valuations, Creating and presenting a monthly CVR report, identifying & managing commercial risks, ensuring effective interaction between commercial and ops teams. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced Quantity surveyor with clear experience of working with a general main contractor/SME. You will be comfortable managing your own schemes and dealing with with the technical documentation associated with this, including CVR's. You will be fully computer-literate and be looking for a long-term career move. A Degree in Quantity surveying or an equivalent is desirable. What you'll get in return A competitive salary and travel allowance along with the stability a successful, well-managed contractor offers. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Hughes and Associates Property Services Ltd
Norwich, Norfolk
Position: Estimator/Senior Estimator Location: Norwich Reports to: Commercial Director Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + benefits £45,000 - £65,000 About Hughes & Associates Hughes & Associates is a unique hybrid commercial chartered surveying practice delivering end-to-end consultancy and contract solutions across the UK. With extensive experience across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, leisure, and social housing, we deliver tailored, client-first strategies from our headquarters in Norwich and regional offices across the Midlands and South East. As a RICS-regulated firm, we operate to the highest industry standards, combining expert consultancy with hands-on contract services. Our approach simplifies the project process, eliminates inefficiencies, and ensures client outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-driven and commercially focused Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support our consultancy and contracting services. Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors, the Estimator will contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for our clients. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing documents across a wide range of projects. Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to determine scope and requirements. Source and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring best value is achieved. Develop bills of quantities, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules. Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, and senior leadership to ensure estimates align with project and client needs. Support the preparation and submission of tenders, including clarifications and value engineering proposals. Maintain and develop cost databases, benchmarking information, and supplier frameworks. Attend site visits, client briefings, and pre/post-tender meetings when required. Monitor market trends and cost fluctuations to maintain competitiveness. Ensure compliance with Hughes & Associates' standards, procedures, and RICS regulations. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector. Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and client value. Ability to interpret technical documents, specifications, and drawings. Qualifications HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred but not essential). Professional memberships (RICS, CIOB, CICES) desirable but not required. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward-thinking consultancy. A collaborative, client-focused environment where innovation and efficiency are at the core of delivery. Holiday package /closed on set days over the Christmas period A dynamic, supportive work environment with a national reach Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: Norwich NR1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: Estimating: 4 years (required) Willingness to travel: 25% (required) Work Location: In person
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Position: Estimator/Senior Estimator Location: Norwich Reports to: Commercial Director Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + benefits £45,000 - £65,000 About Hughes & Associates Hughes & Associates is a unique hybrid commercial chartered surveying practice delivering end-to-end consultancy and contract solutions across the UK. With extensive experience across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, leisure, and social housing, we deliver tailored, client-first strategies from our headquarters in Norwich and regional offices across the Midlands and South East. As a RICS-regulated firm, we operate to the highest industry standards, combining expert consultancy with hands-on contract services. Our approach simplifies the project process, eliminates inefficiencies, and ensures client outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-driven and commercially focused Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support our consultancy and contracting services. Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors, the Estimator will contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for our clients. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing documents across a wide range of projects. Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to determine scope and requirements. Source and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring best value is achieved. Develop bills of quantities, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules. Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, and senior leadership to ensure estimates align with project and client needs. Support the preparation and submission of tenders, including clarifications and value engineering proposals. Maintain and develop cost databases, benchmarking information, and supplier frameworks. Attend site visits, client briefings, and pre/post-tender meetings when required. Monitor market trends and cost fluctuations to maintain competitiveness. Ensure compliance with Hughes & Associates' standards, procedures, and RICS regulations. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector. Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and client value. Ability to interpret technical documents, specifications, and drawings. Qualifications HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred but not essential). Professional memberships (RICS, CIOB, CICES) desirable but not required. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward-thinking consultancy. A collaborative, client-focused environment where innovation and efficiency are at the core of delivery. Holiday package /closed on set days over the Christmas period A dynamic, supportive work environment with a national reach Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: Norwich NR1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: Estimating: 4 years (required) Willingness to travel: 25% (required) Work Location: In person
My well established Client is urgently recruiting for a Field Engineer who can deliver outstanding technical service both remotely and on-site, ensuring their client's IT systems run smoothly and efficiently. My Client pride themselves on delivering exceptional IT support to a diverse range of clients. As part of their growing technical team, you'll act as a critical escalation point for the Service Desk, taking ownership of complex technical issues, diagnosing root causes, and implementing solutions that make a real difference, predominantly on various Client sites. What You'll Be Doing Providing advanced on-site and remote technical support to our clients, resolving escalated issues efficiently and professionally. Collaborating with clients to understand their environments, anticipate needs, and recommend improvements. Supporting and mentoring other engineers when required, ensuring high standards across the service desk. Installing, configuring, and supporting a wide range of IT hardware and software, including servers, workstations, and networking equipment. Running, patching, and terminating cabling for new hardware installations. Maintaining security and compliance across client environments with technologies such as InTune, Conditional Access, and DRaaS solutions. The right Candidate will not just be technically capable, but also confident, proactive, and a great communicator. The ideal candidate will bring a broad technical knowledge base, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work independently when required. Essential Skills & Experience: Demonstrable experience in a Service Desk or Field Engineer role Strong understanding of IT principles and Microsoft Windows Server/Desktop environments Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, both remote and on-site Familiarity with networking technologies: TCP/IP, Firewalls, Routing/Switching Experience with Azure Active Directory, Backup/DRaaS technologies, and IaaS environments Strong knowledge of Intune, Conditional Access, and related security frameworks Comfortable running, patching, and terminating cabling as part of new hardware installations A current and valid UK driving license (essential) The role is predominately field based, Clients are typically around Berkshire, Hampshire and Wiltshire, there will be a company car and mobile phone allowance provided. This is a great role with a fantastic Client, please send an up to date CV for an immediate response and more information on the opportunity.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
My well established Client is urgently recruiting for a Field Engineer who can deliver outstanding technical service both remotely and on-site, ensuring their client's IT systems run smoothly and efficiently. My Client pride themselves on delivering exceptional IT support to a diverse range of clients. As part of their growing technical team, you'll act as a critical escalation point for the Service Desk, taking ownership of complex technical issues, diagnosing root causes, and implementing solutions that make a real difference, predominantly on various Client sites. What You'll Be Doing Providing advanced on-site and remote technical support to our clients, resolving escalated issues efficiently and professionally. Collaborating with clients to understand their environments, anticipate needs, and recommend improvements. Supporting and mentoring other engineers when required, ensuring high standards across the service desk. Installing, configuring, and supporting a wide range of IT hardware and software, including servers, workstations, and networking equipment. Running, patching, and terminating cabling for new hardware installations. Maintaining security and compliance across client environments with technologies such as InTune, Conditional Access, and DRaaS solutions. The right Candidate will not just be technically capable, but also confident, proactive, and a great communicator. The ideal candidate will bring a broad technical knowledge base, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work independently when required. Essential Skills & Experience: Demonstrable experience in a Service Desk or Field Engineer role Strong understanding of IT principles and Microsoft Windows Server/Desktop environments Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, both remote and on-site Familiarity with networking technologies: TCP/IP, Firewalls, Routing/Switching Experience with Azure Active Directory, Backup/DRaaS technologies, and IaaS environments Strong knowledge of Intune, Conditional Access, and related security frameworks Comfortable running, patching, and terminating cabling as part of new hardware installations A current and valid UK driving license (essential) The role is predominately field based, Clients are typically around Berkshire, Hampshire and Wiltshire, there will be a company car and mobile phone allowance provided. This is a great role with a fantastic Client, please send an up to date CV for an immediate response and more information on the opportunity.
The University of Manchester
Manchester, Lancashire
Job Title: Director of Estates (Infrastructure) Location: Oxford Road, Manchester Salary: Competitive Job type: Full Time, Permanent Closing date: 02/11/2025 About the Role: We are seeking an accomplished and experienced Director of Estates Infrastructure to lead the strategic planning, development, and management of the University's physical infrastructure. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee a diverse capital and maintenance portfolio, ensuring the University's estate supports world class teaching, research, and operational excellence. With responsibility for capital development, compliance, long-term maintenance, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the University's Integrated Infrastructure Plan and contributing to the Manchester 2035 Strategy. If you are a strategic leader with expertise in estates, capital planning and delivery, an infrastructure management maintenance and compliance, and you want to shape the future of one of the UK's most ambitious Universities, this is a brilliant opportunity. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Infrastructure Unit, delivering strategic and operational Estates plans. Oversee the University's 10 year Estates Capital Plan, from feasibility through to delivery. Manage capital and revenue portfolios (circa £100m per annum), ensuring best value and compliance with financial and regulatory standards. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements across fire safety, asbestos, water, gas, electrical, HVAC, and pressure systems. Drive integration of long term Maintenance and Zero Carbon strategies into Estates planning. Work in tandem with IT colleagues, ensuring good IT Systems capability to help create both a digital, and physical infrastructure. Lead frameworks, procurement, and supply chain management for major projects. Manage minor works, small projects, and residential plans through in house teams and external partners. Build strong stakeholder relationships across the University and external partners. Lead, motivate, and develop high-performing professional Estates teams. Represent the University at a senior level, deputising for the Chief Property Officer when required. What we're looking for: Essential Skills and Experience: Degree or professional qualification in architecture, engineering, planning, or surveying. Extensive senior leadership experience in estates and infrastructure within a large, complex organisation. Proven ability to deliver complex capital programmes on time, to budget, and to the highest standards. Strong strategic planning and project management expertise. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at senior levels. Strong knowledge of legislation and compliance requirements relating to estates and infrastructure. Demonstrated ability to lead organisational change and foster a one team culture. Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft 365. Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience in Higher Education or a similarly complex environment. Track record of embedding sustainability and zero carbon initiatives in estates strategies. Experience of major contract and framework management. Why work at The University of Manchester? Join a world-class institution that values diversity and equality in the workplace. Benefit from a range of staff benefits, including family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. Access to training and mentorship to support your career growth, with structured development plans and performance reviews. Be part of a global institution in a vibrant, culturally diverse city, with support for international applicants and relocation assistance. The University of Manchester is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We invite applications from all backgrounds and look forward to welcoming the next member of our team to the Directorate of Estates and Facilities. What you will get in return: Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Director of Facilities Management, Head of Estates, Estates Director, may also be considered.
Oct 18, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Director of Estates (Infrastructure) Location: Oxford Road, Manchester Salary: Competitive Job type: Full Time, Permanent Closing date: 02/11/2025 About the Role: We are seeking an accomplished and experienced Director of Estates Infrastructure to lead the strategic planning, development, and management of the University's physical infrastructure. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee a diverse capital and maintenance portfolio, ensuring the University's estate supports world class teaching, research, and operational excellence. With responsibility for capital development, compliance, long-term maintenance, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the University's Integrated Infrastructure Plan and contributing to the Manchester 2035 Strategy. If you are a strategic leader with expertise in estates, capital planning and delivery, an infrastructure management maintenance and compliance, and you want to shape the future of one of the UK's most ambitious Universities, this is a brilliant opportunity. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Infrastructure Unit, delivering strategic and operational Estates plans. Oversee the University's 10 year Estates Capital Plan, from feasibility through to delivery. Manage capital and revenue portfolios (circa £100m per annum), ensuring best value and compliance with financial and regulatory standards. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements across fire safety, asbestos, water, gas, electrical, HVAC, and pressure systems. Drive integration of long term Maintenance and Zero Carbon strategies into Estates planning. Work in tandem with IT colleagues, ensuring good IT Systems capability to help create both a digital, and physical infrastructure. Lead frameworks, procurement, and supply chain management for major projects. Manage minor works, small projects, and residential plans through in house teams and external partners. Build strong stakeholder relationships across the University and external partners. Lead, motivate, and develop high-performing professional Estates teams. Represent the University at a senior level, deputising for the Chief Property Officer when required. What we're looking for: Essential Skills and Experience: Degree or professional qualification in architecture, engineering, planning, or surveying. Extensive senior leadership experience in estates and infrastructure within a large, complex organisation. Proven ability to deliver complex capital programmes on time, to budget, and to the highest standards. Strong strategic planning and project management expertise. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at senior levels. Strong knowledge of legislation and compliance requirements relating to estates and infrastructure. Demonstrated ability to lead organisational change and foster a one team culture. Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft 365. Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience in Higher Education or a similarly complex environment. Track record of embedding sustainability and zero carbon initiatives in estates strategies. Experience of major contract and framework management. Why work at The University of Manchester? Join a world-class institution that values diversity and equality in the workplace. Benefit from a range of staff benefits, including family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. Access to training and mentorship to support your career growth, with structured development plans and performance reviews. Be part of a global institution in a vibrant, culturally diverse city, with support for international applicants and relocation assistance. The University of Manchester is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We invite applications from all backgrounds and look forward to welcoming the next member of our team to the Directorate of Estates and Facilities. What you will get in return: Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Director of Facilities Management, Head of Estates, Estates Director, may also be considered.
Job Title: Business Unit Lead (Head of Environmental - Asbestos) Location: Cardiff, Wales (Relocation Package Available for the right candidate) Salary: Up to 80,000 + Senior Leadership Benefits A leading UK environmental services provider, now part of a 2 billion global environmental solutions group, is seeking a strategic and commercially astute leader for a significant appointment within their organisation. They are looking for a Business Unit Lead to take full P&L responsibility for their asbestos-licensed business and drive its ambitious growth strategy. This is more than an operational role; it is a chance to join the Senior Management Team, shaping the future strategic direction not only of the asbestos division but of the wider organisation. With the backing and capability of a world-leading parent company, the ambition is to significantly grow market share, and you will be at the very heart of that expansion. Your Role & Responsibilities: As the Business Unit Lead, you will have overall responsibility for the division, which is currently a circa 10 - 12 million business. You will: Drive Profitability: Take full ownership of the business unit's P&L, focusing on commercial performance, forecasting, budgeting, and overall business growth. Lead Strategically: Develop the strategic direction for the business, identifying opportunities for growth, driving efficiency, and presenting a coherent vision to the Managing Director. Manage & Develop People: Provide strong leadership and direct line management to senior contract managers. You will manage office and site-based staff, ensuring they are supported, competent, and motivated. Oversee Operations: Manage daily operations to meet client requirements in the most efficient manner possible, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, technical, and quality standards. This includes ensuring the HSE Licence is effectively maintained. Foster Client Relationships: Maintain and develop relationships with both new and existing clients to maximise account development. Champion Excellence: Promote the business at industry events and functions, acting as a positive role model who embodies our values of professionalism, honesty, and commitment. Who We Are Looking For: This is a key hire, and my client are looking for a specific blend of skills and experience within the Asbestos and Environmental sector. The ideal candidate will be: A Commercial Leader: You have a proven track record in P&L management, forecasting, and driving profitability within a technical services environment. We have a strong preference for candidates from the consultancy side of the industry. An Asbestos Industry Expert: You possess extensive experience and technical competence within the asbestos industry, either from a consultancy or removals background, or both. A Strategic Thinker: You can see the bigger picture, develop a strategic vision, and implement it effectively to grow a business. An Inspirational People Manager: You have strong people management skills and HR awareness, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop senior team members. Commercially Astute: An understanding of contractual frameworks, particularly NEC contracts, would be a distinct advantage. What on Offer: A highly competitive salary of up to 80,000 for an exceptional candidate. The opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of a rapidly growing business. Significant autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact on a national growth story. The role is based in our client's Cardiff office, with an expectation of being in the office at least three days a week. For the right candidate, a relocation package to the Cardiff, Bristol, Midlands, or North Somerset areas could be disscussed at an interview stage. If you are a strategic, commercially-driven leader with the ambition to guide a business to the top of its industry, please apply for a confidential discussion. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Business Unit Lead (Head of Environmental - Asbestos) Location: Cardiff, Wales (Relocation Package Available for the right candidate) Salary: Up to 80,000 + Senior Leadership Benefits A leading UK environmental services provider, now part of a 2 billion global environmental solutions group, is seeking a strategic and commercially astute leader for a significant appointment within their organisation. They are looking for a Business Unit Lead to take full P&L responsibility for their asbestos-licensed business and drive its ambitious growth strategy. This is more than an operational role; it is a chance to join the Senior Management Team, shaping the future strategic direction not only of the asbestos division but of the wider organisation. With the backing and capability of a world-leading parent company, the ambition is to significantly grow market share, and you will be at the very heart of that expansion. Your Role & Responsibilities: As the Business Unit Lead, you will have overall responsibility for the division, which is currently a circa 10 - 12 million business. You will: Drive Profitability: Take full ownership of the business unit's P&L, focusing on commercial performance, forecasting, budgeting, and overall business growth. Lead Strategically: Develop the strategic direction for the business, identifying opportunities for growth, driving efficiency, and presenting a coherent vision to the Managing Director. Manage & Develop People: Provide strong leadership and direct line management to senior contract managers. You will manage office and site-based staff, ensuring they are supported, competent, and motivated. Oversee Operations: Manage daily operations to meet client requirements in the most efficient manner possible, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, technical, and quality standards. This includes ensuring the HSE Licence is effectively maintained. Foster Client Relationships: Maintain and develop relationships with both new and existing clients to maximise account development. Champion Excellence: Promote the business at industry events and functions, acting as a positive role model who embodies our values of professionalism, honesty, and commitment. Who We Are Looking For: This is a key hire, and my client are looking for a specific blend of skills and experience within the Asbestos and Environmental sector. The ideal candidate will be: A Commercial Leader: You have a proven track record in P&L management, forecasting, and driving profitability within a technical services environment. We have a strong preference for candidates from the consultancy side of the industry. An Asbestos Industry Expert: You possess extensive experience and technical competence within the asbestos industry, either from a consultancy or removals background, or both. A Strategic Thinker: You can see the bigger picture, develop a strategic vision, and implement it effectively to grow a business. An Inspirational People Manager: You have strong people management skills and HR awareness, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop senior team members. Commercially Astute: An understanding of contractual frameworks, particularly NEC contracts, would be a distinct advantage. What on Offer: A highly competitive salary of up to 80,000 for an exceptional candidate. The opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of a rapidly growing business. Significant autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact on a national growth story. The role is based in our client's Cardiff office, with an expectation of being in the office at least three days a week. For the right candidate, a relocation package to the Cardiff, Bristol, Midlands, or North Somerset areas could be disscussed at an interview stage. If you are a strategic, commercially-driven leader with the ambition to guide a business to the top of its industry, please apply for a confidential discussion. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Location: Tunbridge Wells - Hybrid Reports to: Finance Director Role Purpose We are recruiting an experienced Financial Controller to provide leadership and ensure robust financial control. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting the Finance Director with key deliverables while driving operational efficiency across the UK and US entities. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, the ability to quickly integrate into the business, and the experience to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for the UK and US entities. Prepare and review monthly management accounts , providing variance analysis against forecast. Oversee statutory and external reporting requirements , including VAT returns, R&D claims, Intrastat, ONS submissions, and audit preparation. Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and financial standards across all group companies. Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury functions, and bank payment controls , ensuring accurate and timely processing. Review and approve all month-end adjustments (accruals, prepayments, payroll, deferred income, intercompany balances). Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls, addressing any issues promptly. Work closely with the Finance Director to support ongoing projects and process improvements during the interim period. Provide mentorship and leadership to the finance team to maintain continuity and high performance. Key Competencies Ability to quickly adapt to new systems and processes. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Clear communicator with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders . Hands-on and proactive with a results-driven mindset . Skills and Experience Required Qualified Accountant - Ideally from an Audit-trained background Proven track record as a Financial Controller in a multi-entity, international business Experienced at managing teams and mentoring staff. Ability to drive finance-related projects. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with ERP systems . Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. Prior experience in managing statutory audits and compliance . Experience leading and developing teams.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Location: Tunbridge Wells - Hybrid Reports to: Finance Director Role Purpose We are recruiting an experienced Financial Controller to provide leadership and ensure robust financial control. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting the Finance Director with key deliverables while driving operational efficiency across the UK and US entities. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, the ability to quickly integrate into the business, and the experience to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for the UK and US entities. Prepare and review monthly management accounts , providing variance analysis against forecast. Oversee statutory and external reporting requirements , including VAT returns, R&D claims, Intrastat, ONS submissions, and audit preparation. Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and financial standards across all group companies. Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury functions, and bank payment controls , ensuring accurate and timely processing. Review and approve all month-end adjustments (accruals, prepayments, payroll, deferred income, intercompany balances). Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls, addressing any issues promptly. Work closely with the Finance Director to support ongoing projects and process improvements during the interim period. Provide mentorship and leadership to the finance team to maintain continuity and high performance. Key Competencies Ability to quickly adapt to new systems and processes. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Clear communicator with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders . Hands-on and proactive with a results-driven mindset . Skills and Experience Required Qualified Accountant - Ideally from an Audit-trained background Proven track record as a Financial Controller in a multi-entity, international business Experienced at managing teams and mentoring staff. Ability to drive finance-related projects. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with ERP systems . Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. Prior experience in managing statutory audits and compliance . Experience leading and developing teams.
Job title: Water Supply Technical Specialist Position type: Fixed Term Job reference: 433677 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: Tuesday 04th November 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Technical Specialist Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Technical Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in engineering, water or environmental science, or operational/asset management, looking to work within a regulatory environment. You will join the Water Quality, Resilience and Security sub-team, part of the Water Supply team within the RAPID and Environmental Planning Directorate. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Defra, Environment Agency (EA), and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues from source to tap, while also collaborating with colleagues from the Price Review Directorate. You will have the opportunity to work across several key areas, which may include: Assessing Company Delivery Plans, Price Control Deliverables (PCDs) and Annual Performance Review (APR) data to provide effective oversight of company performance. Engaging directly with water companies through the large scheme process, understanding uncertainty, risks and issues to support the cost effective delivery of schemes to time and budget. Assessing information submitted as part of the cost change process. This may involve the development of benchmarking models and undertaking detailed reviews of company proposals. Inputting into the development of the next price review framework and answering ad-hoc queries on the costing of different options relating to water quality & treatment, resilience and security. The successful candidate may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and is likely to have experience in water supply process management, design, or delivery, water resilience scheme investment planning, design or delivery (e.g. network reinforcement, interconnectivity and water treatment works investment), or water production operations. This can also include experience in water company emergency planning, physical and cyber security activities, and investment planning. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Relevant experience within clean water sector engineering, capital or environmental programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. Degree level qualification in engineering, science, or similar technical specialism/discipline or equivalent relevant professional experience. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, and to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. Experience of designing and delivering procedures and processes. Numerate with analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. Good communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Why You Should Join Us People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date: 23.55 on 04 November 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Oct 17, 2025
Contractor
Job title: Water Supply Technical Specialist Position type: Fixed Term Job reference: 433677 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: Tuesday 04th November 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Technical Specialist Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Technical Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in engineering, water or environmental science, or operational/asset management, looking to work within a regulatory environment. You will join the Water Quality, Resilience and Security sub-team, part of the Water Supply team within the RAPID and Environmental Planning Directorate. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Defra, Environment Agency (EA), and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues from source to tap, while also collaborating with colleagues from the Price Review Directorate. You will have the opportunity to work across several key areas, which may include: Assessing Company Delivery Plans, Price Control Deliverables (PCDs) and Annual Performance Review (APR) data to provide effective oversight of company performance. Engaging directly with water companies through the large scheme process, understanding uncertainty, risks and issues to support the cost effective delivery of schemes to time and budget. Assessing information submitted as part of the cost change process. This may involve the development of benchmarking models and undertaking detailed reviews of company proposals. Inputting into the development of the next price review framework and answering ad-hoc queries on the costing of different options relating to water quality & treatment, resilience and security. The successful candidate may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and is likely to have experience in water supply process management, design, or delivery, water resilience scheme investment planning, design or delivery (e.g. network reinforcement, interconnectivity and water treatment works investment), or water production operations. This can also include experience in water company emergency planning, physical and cyber security activities, and investment planning. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Relevant experience within clean water sector engineering, capital or environmental programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. Degree level qualification in engineering, science, or similar technical specialism/discipline or equivalent relevant professional experience. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, and to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. Experience of designing and delivering procedures and processes. Numerate with analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. Good communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Why You Should Join Us People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date: 23.55 on 04 November 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Transformation Director (18-Month FTC ) Hybrid London / Remote About Us Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI), managing its £83m portfolio. As we prepare to launch our strategy, we need a leader to help us transform operations, systems and culture. The Opportunity We are looking for a Transformation Director to lead on our organisational transformation initiative designed to strengthen BSC's operational foundations, modernise our systems and processes, and embed the culture and capabilities needed to deliver our mission at scale. You'll deliver programme execution, lead cultural shift, build teams, align diverse stakeholders, and ensure BSC becomes a technology enabled, mission driven organisation. Key responsibilities: Lead across five workstreams (Data, AI & Automation, Middle Office, IT Stack, People & Culture), refining the strategy, and setting the roadmap and delivery plans. Partner with ExCo and stakeholders to steer direction, decision making, escalation and communication Run robust programme governance - steering committees, decision forums, escalation paths, risk/issue logs, change control processes. Design, monitor and report performance metrics, KPIs and benefits realisation plans - ensuring transformation delivers measurable impact against cost, time, quality and strategic goals. Act as Interim Head of Middle Office, partnering with Heads of Data and Fund Operations to build the function from scratch and embed workflows, controls and accountability. Oversee system selection, implementation and integration - define requirements, manage vendors, lead rollouts, test and refine. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, agility and innovation - ensure feedback loops, iterative adaptation and learning from pilots or failures. Prepare for future transformation phases by institutionalising the foundations - frameworks, standards, methods, and mindsets that persist beyond the contract. Key Competencies You'll Bring Programme Delivery - You'll oversee multiple workstreams, ensure milestones are met, manage interdependencies, and guarantee quality execution (we will have a Project Manager reporting to you). Delivering under Capacity Constraints - You'll own the "what to do next" when capacity is limited and prioritise resources smartly. Cultural Change & Change Leadership - working alongside the People & Talent team, you'll lead the shift in mindsets, behaviours and ways of working across BSC. Stakeholder Engagement - You'll build alignment and trust across senior leadership, workstream leads, staff and external parties. Team Building & Leadership - You'll lead direct reports and mentor workstream leads, creating a culture of ownership, collaboration and high performance. Mission-Driven Approach - You'll bring passion for social impact, and align transformation to BSC's core purpose and values, which are; Purposeful, Pioneering spirit, Openness, Rigorous and Respectful Experience Needed Successful delivery of complex, multi-workstream change programmes, including major IT system implementations Strong leadership presence and influencing skills across senior, cross-functional and hybrid teams and Board Deep expertise in programme governance and structured methodologies Proven record of leading digital/data transformations in modern tech environments Financial Services Operations experience advantageous Strategic thinker who is also comfortable rolling up sleeves and driving hands-on delivery Experience managing organisational change and embedding new processes Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management Ability to navigate ambiguity, clarify direction, and deliver in complex environments AY1 Ability to bring a positive mindset and a strong problem-solving approach to drive meaningful change, Details Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 AY2 Contract: 18-month fixed term Reports to: CFOO Location: Hybrid - London EC1Y / remote Why This Role Matters This is your chance to shape the engine of BSC's next chapter - to embed systems, culture and capabilities that will allow us to scale impact sustainably. If you're energised by transformation in mission-orientated settings, please submit your CV.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Transformation Director (18-Month FTC ) Hybrid London / Remote About Us Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI), managing its £83m portfolio. As we prepare to launch our strategy, we need a leader to help us transform operations, systems and culture. The Opportunity We are looking for a Transformation Director to lead on our organisational transformation initiative designed to strengthen BSC's operational foundations, modernise our systems and processes, and embed the culture and capabilities needed to deliver our mission at scale. You'll deliver programme execution, lead cultural shift, build teams, align diverse stakeholders, and ensure BSC becomes a technology enabled, mission driven organisation. Key responsibilities: Lead across five workstreams (Data, AI & Automation, Middle Office, IT Stack, People & Culture), refining the strategy, and setting the roadmap and delivery plans. Partner with ExCo and stakeholders to steer direction, decision making, escalation and communication Run robust programme governance - steering committees, decision forums, escalation paths, risk/issue logs, change control processes. Design, monitor and report performance metrics, KPIs and benefits realisation plans - ensuring transformation delivers measurable impact against cost, time, quality and strategic goals. Act as Interim Head of Middle Office, partnering with Heads of Data and Fund Operations to build the function from scratch and embed workflows, controls and accountability. Oversee system selection, implementation and integration - define requirements, manage vendors, lead rollouts, test and refine. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, agility and innovation - ensure feedback loops, iterative adaptation and learning from pilots or failures. Prepare for future transformation phases by institutionalising the foundations - frameworks, standards, methods, and mindsets that persist beyond the contract. Key Competencies You'll Bring Programme Delivery - You'll oversee multiple workstreams, ensure milestones are met, manage interdependencies, and guarantee quality execution (we will have a Project Manager reporting to you). Delivering under Capacity Constraints - You'll own the "what to do next" when capacity is limited and prioritise resources smartly. Cultural Change & Change Leadership - working alongside the People & Talent team, you'll lead the shift in mindsets, behaviours and ways of working across BSC. Stakeholder Engagement - You'll build alignment and trust across senior leadership, workstream leads, staff and external parties. Team Building & Leadership - You'll lead direct reports and mentor workstream leads, creating a culture of ownership, collaboration and high performance. Mission-Driven Approach - You'll bring passion for social impact, and align transformation to BSC's core purpose and values, which are; Purposeful, Pioneering spirit, Openness, Rigorous and Respectful Experience Needed Successful delivery of complex, multi-workstream change programmes, including major IT system implementations Strong leadership presence and influencing skills across senior, cross-functional and hybrid teams and Board Deep expertise in programme governance and structured methodologies Proven record of leading digital/data transformations in modern tech environments Financial Services Operations experience advantageous Strategic thinker who is also comfortable rolling up sleeves and driving hands-on delivery Experience managing organisational change and embedding new processes Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management Ability to navigate ambiguity, clarify direction, and deliver in complex environments AY1 Ability to bring a positive mindset and a strong problem-solving approach to drive meaningful change, Details Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 AY2 Contract: 18-month fixed term Reports to: CFOO Location: Hybrid - London EC1Y / remote Why This Role Matters This is your chance to shape the engine of BSC's next chapter - to embed systems, culture and capabilities that will allow us to scale impact sustainably. If you're energised by transformation in mission-orientated settings, please submit your CV.
Do you want to work across the full spectrum of the charity sector? Do you want an interesting and varied workload? Do you want to work in a tight-knit high-quality legal team? The Charity Commission is seeking a new lawyer to join Legal and Accountancy Services. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high impact legal advice on the Commission's regulation of charities. There are five specialist teams within Legal Services - Legal Compliance, Permissions and Information Law, Charitable Status, Legal Policy and Litigation, which operate as a tight peer group, guiding and supporting each other. This vacancy is in our Legal Compliance team but you may be required to move to another Legal Services team. Legal Services enables charities to deliver their purposes by advising on whether entities are charities, use of the Commission's extensive powers, compliance casework (including statutory inquiries), the permissions casework and the development of guidance. The team also advises the Commission on its use of data in relation in carrying out its functions and on responses to FOIA requests, SARs and ICO related casework and appeals. Legal Policy helps to shape the development of the legal and regulatory framework for charities, and ensure the legal integrity of Commission policy proposals, guidance and operational projects. Additionally, Litigation undertakes advocacy on behalf of the Commission in a range of Courts and Tribunals. You will support the Commission's strategic aims and operational goals by providing high quality professional legal advice across the Commission and developing the casework teams. Job description The main things the successful candidate will be doing are: Providing accurate, proportionate, and pragmatic legal advice in a timely manner, using judgment innovation and versatility to advise. Assessing risk and advising on mitigation in highly sensitive and high-profile matters and policy areas, taking into account a rapidly changing environment. Ensuring that the Commission's regulatory approach and operational projects are informed by and developed in accordance with the legal framework. Supporting the upskilling of colleagues across the Commission through the development of operational guidance and training delivery. Maintaining important relationships with clients and stakeholders in other directorates as well as engaging individually to consult and negotiate to achieve mutually acceptable solutions. For more information and to apply please follow the link and visit Civil Service Jobs.
Oct 17, 2025
Seasonal
Do you want to work across the full spectrum of the charity sector? Do you want an interesting and varied workload? Do you want to work in a tight-knit high-quality legal team? The Charity Commission is seeking a new lawyer to join Legal and Accountancy Services. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high impact legal advice on the Commission's regulation of charities. There are five specialist teams within Legal Services - Legal Compliance, Permissions and Information Law, Charitable Status, Legal Policy and Litigation, which operate as a tight peer group, guiding and supporting each other. This vacancy is in our Legal Compliance team but you may be required to move to another Legal Services team. Legal Services enables charities to deliver their purposes by advising on whether entities are charities, use of the Commission's extensive powers, compliance casework (including statutory inquiries), the permissions casework and the development of guidance. The team also advises the Commission on its use of data in relation in carrying out its functions and on responses to FOIA requests, SARs and ICO related casework and appeals. Legal Policy helps to shape the development of the legal and regulatory framework for charities, and ensure the legal integrity of Commission policy proposals, guidance and operational projects. Additionally, Litigation undertakes advocacy on behalf of the Commission in a range of Courts and Tribunals. You will support the Commission's strategic aims and operational goals by providing high quality professional legal advice across the Commission and developing the casework teams. Job description The main things the successful candidate will be doing are: Providing accurate, proportionate, and pragmatic legal advice in a timely manner, using judgment innovation and versatility to advise. Assessing risk and advising on mitigation in highly sensitive and high-profile matters and policy areas, taking into account a rapidly changing environment. Ensuring that the Commission's regulatory approach and operational projects are informed by and developed in accordance with the legal framework. Supporting the upskilling of colleagues across the Commission through the development of operational guidance and training delivery. Maintaining important relationships with clients and stakeholders in other directorates as well as engaging individually to consult and negotiate to achieve mutually acceptable solutions. For more information and to apply please follow the link and visit Civil Service Jobs.
Job title: Water Supply Technical Specialist Position type: Fixed Term Job reference: 433677 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: Tuesday 04th November 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Technical Specialist Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Technical Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in engineering, water or environmental science, or operational/asset management, looking to work within a regulatory environment. You will join the Water Quality, Resilience and Security sub-team, part of the Water Supply team within the RAPID and Environmental Planning Directorate. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Defra, Environment Agency (EA), and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues from source to tap, while also collaborating with colleagues from the Price Review Directorate. You will have the opportunity to work across several key areas, which may include: Assessing Company Delivery Plans, Price Control Deliverables (PCDs) and Annual Performance Review (APR) data to provide effective oversight of company performance. Engaging directly with water companies through the large scheme process, understanding uncertainty, risks and issues to support the cost effective delivery of schemes to time and budget. Assessing information submitted as part of the cost change process. This may involve the development of benchmarking models and undertaking detailed reviews of company proposals. Inputting into the development of the next price review framework and answering ad-hoc queries on the costing of different options relating to water quality & treatment, resilience and security. The successful candidate may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and is likely to have experience in water supply process management, design, or delivery, water resilience scheme investment planning, design or delivery (e.g. network reinforcement, interconnectivity and water treatment works investment), or water production operations. This can also include experience in water company emergency planning, physical and cyber security activities, and investment planning. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Relevant experience within clean water sector engineering, capital or environmental programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. Degree level qualification in engineering, science, or similar technical specialism/discipline or equivalent relevant professional experience. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, and to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. Experience of designing and delivering procedures and processes. Numerate with analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. Good communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Why You Should Join Us People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date: 23.55 on 04 November 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Oct 17, 2025
Contractor
Job title: Water Supply Technical Specialist Position type: Fixed Term Job reference: 433677 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: Tuesday 04th November 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Technical Specialist Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Technical Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in engineering, water or environmental science, or operational/asset management, looking to work within a regulatory environment. You will join the Water Quality, Resilience and Security sub-team, part of the Water Supply team within the RAPID and Environmental Planning Directorate. The team works closely with the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI), Defra, Environment Agency (EA), and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on water supply issues from source to tap, while also collaborating with colleagues from the Price Review Directorate. You will have the opportunity to work across several key areas, which may include: Assessing Company Delivery Plans, Price Control Deliverables (PCDs) and Annual Performance Review (APR) data to provide effective oversight of company performance. Engaging directly with water companies through the large scheme process, understanding uncertainty, risks and issues to support the cost effective delivery of schemes to time and budget. Assessing information submitted as part of the cost change process. This may involve the development of benchmarking models and undertaking detailed reviews of company proposals. Inputting into the development of the next price review framework and answering ad-hoc queries on the costing of different options relating to water quality & treatment, resilience and security. The successful candidate may come from a variety of professional backgrounds and is likely to have experience in water supply process management, design, or delivery, water resilience scheme investment planning, design or delivery (e.g. network reinforcement, interconnectivity and water treatment works investment), or water production operations. This can also include experience in water company emergency planning, physical and cyber security activities, and investment planning. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Relevant experience within clean water sector engineering, capital or environmental programmes, asset/operational management and/or business planning. Degree level qualification in engineering, science, or similar technical specialism/discipline or equivalent relevant professional experience. Experience of building and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, and to influence and collaborate effectively to deliver desired outcomes. Experience of designing and delivering procedures and processes. Numerate with analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience of analysing and accurately interpreting a range of data and insights to inform evidence-based decisions and solutions for complex problems. Good communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Why You Should Join Us People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date: 23.55 on 04 November 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES