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The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) is seeking an exceptional Interim Director of Finance to join our leadership team for maternity cover. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the UK s most innovative and internationally renowned orchestras. We are a trailblazing ensemble, known for our historically informed performances - run by our players and collaborating with world-class artists including Sir Simon Rattle, Nicola Benedetti, and Sir Mark Elder. From our residency at the Southbank Centre and global tours, to our education programmes and innovative partnership with Acland Burghley School, we bring adventurous, period-informed music-making to audiences and communities across the UK and around the world. Reporting directly to the CEO, the interim Director of Finance will be a key strategic partner, responsible for all aspects of financial management across four OAE entities. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audits, and tax compliance as well as nurture a small but high-performing finance team. Your leadership will help ensure that OAE remains financially robust, transparent, and resilient, able to deliver its ambitious artistic and educational vision. Key Responsibilities: Lead all financial planning, forecasting, and reporting activities Drive business partnering across departments and funding partners Oversee statutory reporting and audit processes Manage cash flow, balance sheet, restricted funds, and payroll Ensure compliance with charity tax law, VAT, Gift Aid, and cultural sector reliefs Maintain strong internal controls, risk management and fraud resilience Support financial governance and Board engagement Line manage the Finance Manager and mentor the Accounts Officer About You: You will be a qualified finance professional (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with: Significant experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the charity or arts sector Strong understanding of Charity SORP and FRS 102 A proven track record in strategic financial planning and business partnering Experience leading teams and engaging with Boards and governance structures Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a collaborative approach Recruitment timetable: Application deadline: 5th November First stage interviews: w/c 24th November Contract start: Tuesday 6th January

Interim Finance Risk & Controls Business Partner for a Global Financial Services Entity Your new company Join a purpose-driven organisation committed to excellence in financial governance and risk management. You'll be part of a collaborative, high-performing finance team that partners across multiple business units to drive a strong control culture and ensure compliance with enterprise-wide standards. The company is a global healthcare leader providing health insurance and medical services worldwide. The business is going through a critical phase of transformation, with the potential for further opportunities moving forward. Your new role As the Finance Risk & Controls Business Partner, you'll step into a senior, business-critical role focused on safeguarding and enhancing the control environment. This is a hands-on opportunity to work closely with Finance Directors, the CFO, and cross-functional teams to embed robust risk and control frameworks. You'll be covering a 6-month secondment for a well-respected governance leader, bringing your own expertise and energy to a role that blends strategic oversight with operational delivery. Key responsibilities include: Acting as a trusted advisor to Finance Directors and senior leaders across multiple business units. Leading risk reviews and supporting the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks. Collaborating with Internal Audit teams to ensure alignment and challenge where appropriate. Preparing and reviewing board-level documentation for control environment committees. Ensuring compliance with enterprise policies and maintaining accurate documentation in the Governance Risk & Compliance system. Monitoring key risk indicators and supporting continuous control improvement. What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Strong understanding of business processes, risk, and control frameworks.Experience in financial services or insurance is advantageous, but not essential.Big 4 practice background preferred.Ability to act as a business partner to senior finance stakeholders.Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in MS Office and Governance, Risk & Compliance tools. What you'll get in return A competitive FTC salary or day rate for a 6month periodHybrid working model with 2 days onsite.Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives.Opportunity to influence and shape the control environment during a key transformation period.A supportive and collaborative team culture. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. #

A 12-month contract for an FD to join a leading academic establishment to help drive change initiatives. Your new company A leading academic establishment in the greater Bournemouth area, renowned for its extensive educational programs and notable alumni is partnering with Hays to identify an interim FD / CFO to join them for an initial 12-month contract to drive process transformation within finance and the wider establishment. Your new role Working with the leadership team and leading the finance function, you will be responsible for planning and delivering operational cost savings, as part of the wider strategic finance plan. You will have total oversight of finance, governance, compliance and operations, with a plan for future financial sustainability, whilst considering the establishment's commitment to education. You will be a champion of change, partnering effectively with wider staff, client partners and the leadership team to create transparent communication channels that consider both the financial and service delivery impacts of fiscal change. As part of cost savings, you may be tasked with assessing workforce capability, implementing upskilling opportunities and delivering new operational structures that match the commercial goals of the organisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified finance leader with demonstrable experience in delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies in commercial settings. You will be able to create a stable environment for the business whilst executing a period of change. Exposure to education / not-for-profit environments is desirable, but not essential. What you'll get in return A competitive salary based on experience and suitability for the needs of the role, plus benefits and access to world-class facilities that support physical wellbeing, plus all food & beverage is supplied during working hours by their on-site café. 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. #

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Global Talent Acquisition Strategy and Workforce Planning Lead for a 12 Month Day Rate Contract based in Derby / London. Purpose of the role: The Global Talent Acquisition Strategy and Workforce Planning Lead serves as the strategic link between the Talent Acquisition function and designated divisional or functional business areas. Working as part of the People Partner teams, this role ensures that hiring strategies are fully aligned with workforce plans, business objectives, and organisational culture. This individual partners closely with senior stakeholders, divisional leadership, and People Partners to deliver high-quality, proactive talent solutions while maintaining a strong connection to the central TA Operations team and collaborating hand-in-hand with the relevant Regional TA Lead. What you'll do: Serve as the primary Talent Acquisition partner for an assigned division, building strong relationships with leadership and People Partners. Translate workforce plans and business priorities into effective hiring strategies. Advise stakeholders on talent market trends, availability, and sourcing strategies. Represent Talent Acquisition in divisional workforce planning and strategic forums. Align divisional hiring needs with regional delivery capacity and priorities. Collaborate with RPO providers and CoE teams to ensure consistent processes, employer branding, and candidate experience. Design and execute divisional recruitment campaigns and initiatives. Partner across Emerging Talent, Contingent, and Executive hiring teams for a unified TA approach. Use data and insights to drive continuous improvement in hiring performance and workforce planning. Oversee divisional hiring activity to ensure compliance with recruitment policies and governance standards. Provide regular reporting and insights on hiring performance, trends, and future needs. Contribute to the global Talent Acquisition strategy by sharing best practices and divisional intelligence. Collaborate closely with the Head of TA Operations, Divisional People Director, People Partners, Business Leaders, TA Operations, Employer Brand, and Regional TA Leads. The skills you'll need: Proven experience in Talent Acquisition partnering within a complex, matrixed organisation. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior leadership level. Demonstrated ability to balance strategic business partnering with operational delivery. Deep understanding of recruitment best practice, market trends, and workforce planning principles. Excellent communication, data literacy, and problem-solving capabilities. Comfortable working across multiple geographies, cultures, and stakeholder groups. Next steps We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

Interim Head of Facilities Management Rate: 600 per day (Umbrella) IR35: Inside Duration: 4 months initially (with strong potential for extension) Location: Hybrid (London-based - 2-3 days per week on-site) An ambitious London local authority is seeking an Interim Head of Facilities Management to lead and modernise its Facilities, Audio Visual, and Energy Management functions. This pivotal role will support the Director of Property & Assets in driving operational excellence, compliance, and workplace transformation across a complex multi-site estate. The Role As Interim Head of Facilities Management, you will: Lead the strategic and operational delivery of Facilities Management, Audio Visual, and Energy services across the council's diverse property portfolio. Oversee Hard and Soft FM, ensuring all buildings are safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose. Deliver the organisation's workplace strategy, optimising operational buildings to improve service delivery, employee experience, and value for money. Manage multi-million-pound budgets, capital programmes, and planned/reactive maintenance. Lead supplier and contract governance, ensuring best value and strong commercial performance. Provide strategic advice on workplace, energy, and facilities matters to senior leaders and elected members. Drive sustainability initiatives and energy reduction strategies to support the authority's net-zero ambitions. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing Facilities Management team across multiple sites. About You To be successful, you will bring: Minimum 5 years' experience in strategic property, estates, or facilities management, ideally within local government or other large, complex organisations. Proven ability to lead large-scale FM operations and deliver workplace transformation initiatives. A strong record of managing multi-million-pound budgets, contracts, and investment programmes. Deep understanding of statutory compliance, building performance, and service modernisation. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills with experience working in politically sensitive environments. Professional membership (e.g. RICS , IWFM , or equivalent) and commitment to continued professional development. Interested? If you find this opportunity intriguing or have any inquiries, I encourage you to reach out to me or Dan Powere () . Even if this role doesn't perfectly match your profile, feel free to connect as we often have other opportunities that could align seamlessly with your career aspirations.

Interim Head of Facilities Management £600p/d Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) 4 Months Initially (with view for extension) London Borough of Brent Hybrid Working What will you do? - Support the Director of Property & Assets in leading the Council's Facilities Management, Audio Visual, and Energy functions. - Drive the delivery of the Council's workplace strategy, optimising operational buildings for efficiency, safety, compliance, and service delivery. - Manage the operational estate, including maintenance, compliance, Hard and Soft FM, Audio Visual, and energy services. - Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, capital improvement projects, and investment plans to improve building performance and compliance. - Lead supplier and contractor management, including procurement, contract governance, performance monitoring, and value-for-money assessments. - Provide strategic advice and guidance on workplace, energy, and facilities matters to support the political administration and front-line services. - Identify service-wide objectives, manage risk, and ensure team development and performance. - Support cross-council initiatives and act as a key point of contact for energy-related matters with external organisations. What do you need? To be successful in your application for this role you will need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process: - UK Resident - Minimum 5 years' experience in strategic property, facilities, and estates management, preferably within local government or large multi-site organisations. - Proven experience leading operational estates, workplace strategies, and facilities management teams. - Strong track record in managing multi-million-pound budgets, contracts, and capital investment programmes. - Demonstrable experience in workspace optimisation, building compliance, and service transformation. - Exceptional stakeholder management, including experience working with senior leaders and political administrations. - Experience in people leadership, team development, and driving service performance. - A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work outside of standard hours if required. What to do next? This is a unique opportunity and the role will move quickly. To avoid missing out, please apply today with a copy of your CV before Thursday 30th October

Job Title: ERP Programme Director (Dynamics) Location: London or Edinburgh / Hybrid Rate: .00 per day - Dependent on experience (Outside IR35) Your New Role We are seeking a seasoned interim ERP Programme Director to lead a strategic Microsoft Dynamics transformation programme within a leading Facilities Management organisation. This role will oversee the delivery of a multi-faceted Dynamics / CAFM migration, aligning technology with operational excellence across property services, maintenance, compliance, and workforce management. These programmes have interdependencies to a wider post M&A integration programme of the client's people, payroll and time and attendance system. Roll-outs will hang off key milestones from this programme. Your role will be primarily focused on the client's hard service Dynamics roll out and Maximo to Concept migration programmes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the programme team of 20-30 people on the end-to-end delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 across a Facilities Services organisation. Own and lead the end-to-end delivery Maximo to Concept migration programme. Align programme outcomes with FM-specific business processes including asset lifecycle management, reactive and planned maintenance, helpdesk operations, and mobile workforce scheduling. Collaborate with operational leads, IT, finance, and compliance teams to ensure seamless integration and adoption. Establish programme governance, risk management, and reporting frameworks tailored to FM environments. Manage third-party vendors, system integrators, and internal delivery teams. Drive change management and training initiatives across field and back-office teams. Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g: CAFM, SFG20, ISO standards) is embedded in solution design. Support digital transformation goals including IoT integration, predictive maintenance, and sustainability reporting. Required Experience: 10+ years of ERP/CRM programme leadership, with at least 5 years in Microsoft Dynamics 365 with specific expertise around Finance & Payroll systems Proven expertise in programme leadership of Maximo to Concept migrations. Proven experience delivering technology programmes in Facilities Management, Property Services, or Built Environment sectors would be hugely beneficial. Strong understanding of FM operations, CAFM systems, and service delivery models. Experience with mobile workforce solutions, asset management, and customer portals. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance standards relevant to FM. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including board-level reporting and operational leadership. Experience of M&A programme activities Certifications & Skills: Prince2, MSP, or APM certified. Agile/Scrum experience preferred. Strong commercial acumen and vendor management skills. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation capabilities. What You Will Get in Return This is a 6-month contract role paying between .00 per day dependent on experience (OUTSIDE IR35) offering a competitive day rate. You'll enjoy hybrid working with flexibility across offices in London and Scotland. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact strategic programme in a collaborative and dynamic environment. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Morgan Law are delighted to be supporting The Royal Parks with the recruitment of their new Head of IT on a fixed term contract for 12 months. Salary 80,000 to 85,000 plus an 8.5% allowance in lieu of overtime/on-call requirements (non-pensionable) The Organisation The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year. We are now looking for a Interim Head of IT to join us on a fixed term basis, full-time for 12 months. The Role As our Head of IT, reporting into the Director of Corporate Services, you will: Lead on our digital strategy, defining a programme of work in support of digitalisation. Secure investment and cooperation for activity and define a coherent and workable roadmap to make necessary progress. You will be the strategic subject expert / professional in Information Technology and formulate the organisation's strategy with regards to effective utilisation of ICT. You will do this alongside being highly involved in day-to-day IT activities, such as infrastructure administration, monitoring, and modernisation. As such, when required, you will act as a final point of escalation for all internal IT issues. Build Knowledge: Develop and deliver engaging information governance training to staff across all levels. Additionally, you will: Mentor, inspire and educate the colleagues at all levels regarding the role digitalisation can play in enabling and supporting strong business performance Have hands-on experience implementing networking (LAN/WAN/Wireless), virtualisation and cloud technologies, and will possess current industry certifications in these areas. You will have a solid background in cybersecurity, and demonstratable skills in the domains of security operations, data loss and fraud prevention, security architecture, identity and access management. About You To be considered as our Head of IT, you will need: Azure Solutions Architect Expert. CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Personnel) certifications, as Cisco network devices are used throughout The Royal Parks. Extensive experience of developing strong working relationships with a range of external partners to deliver best value from investment The Benefits Salary of 80,000 to 85,000 per annum, depending on experience 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years' service Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution) Hybrid/agile working options Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders Learning and development opportunities Cycle to work scheme Offices in a beautiful location The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity please get in touch with Daniel Richards (url removed) who is managing this vacancy.

Strategic Finance Manager - Senior Finance Business Partner - ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA - Job - London - Local Authority Interim Finance Professional - Housing Overview: We are seeking an experienced interim finance professional to support the Housing, Environment & Communities (HEC) and Inclusive Growth directorates. The successful candidate must demonstrate expertise in options appraisal and a proven ability to drive and influence change within service operating models. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Input: Provide expert financial guidance on the implementation of the new agency leisure contract, as well as other procurement activities, contractual arrangements, and commercial decisions within the Enforcement division and Inclusive Growth directorate.Regulatory Compliance: Develop and maintain robust procedures for posting Private Rented Property Licences (PRPL) into the financial ledger, ensuring full compliance with PRPL regulations.Income Forecasting: Conduct monthly reviews of enforcement income forecasts, integrating year-to-date trends and service-level insights to support accurate and resilient financial planning.Rechargeable Cost Reviews: Collaborate with service managers to perform quarterly reviews of rechargeable costs to the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) and other internal services, contributing to reliable full-year financial forecasts.Team Leadership: Provide line management and professional oversight to one service accountant and one apprentice, fostering their development and ensuring high standards of performance.Restructuring Support: Deliver financial analysis and modelling to support ongoing staff reorganisation within the Enforcement division, providing evidence-based insights to inform final decision-making.Savings Delivery: Monitor the delivery of agreed savings proposals, and where slippage occurs, work with services to identify and implement alternative savings strategies.Year-End Closure: Lead year-end financial closing activities for relevant service areas and respond to audit queries arising from the year-end process.Training & Capacity Building: Deliver targeted training to Enforcement and Inclusive Growth staff on accounting procedures, financial planning, controls, and regulatory compliance, enhancing financial literacy and operational effectiveness across the organisation.Project Appraisal: Lead financial reviews and appraisals of key Inclusive Growth projects, ensuring value for money and providing financial analysis to support delivery options.Financial Governance: Oversee financial planning, budgetary control, capital financing, and capital programme management processes. This includes setting a balanced budget, conducting evidence-based forecasting, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial data submitted for the Enforcement division within HEC and Inclusive Growth directorates. 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. #

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Investment and Reporting Accountant, to work with The Leverhulme Trust, an independent charity that was established in 1925 under the terms of the Will of the Founder of Lever Brothers - the global FMCG company that is today Unilever. The position is based close to Fleet Street in the city area of Central London. This is a full-time temporary role to last until the end of March 2027, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to 60,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. The Leverhulme Trust was established in 1925 under the will of the First Viscount Leverhulme with the instruction that its resources should be used to help in "scholarships for the purposes of research and education." The Trust is a charity that supports ambitious blue skies research. Awarding between (Apply online only) million annually, the Trust is amongst the largest all-subject providers of research funding in the UK, primarily in the university sector. The Trust's income comes from an endowment; it does not fundraise. The role of Investment and Reporting Accountant is to provide additional qualified accountant resource to support the Director of Finance during a busy period at the Trust. The role will include project and development work and would provide good experience for anyone interesting in supporting a significant investment portfolio. The main area of focus of the role will be in relation to the administration of and accounting for the Trust's investments. The other area of work will be financial reporting including the statutory accounts of the Trust and developing management reporting from the newly implemented finance system. Key Responsibilities Doing the investment accounting for both the Leverhulme Trust and the Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust and the investment related disclosures in both sets of accounts under the supervision of the Director of Finance. Work with the Trust's custodian to automate the investment accounting process for the Leverhulme Trust. Attend Investment Committee meetings and support the Director of Finance in preparing for these and completing actions arising from them Support all work related to obtaining investment confirmations to support audit process Lead on the production of the statutory accounts for the Leverhulme Trust and work with Director of Finance and Assistant Director of Finance on producing the Trustees Annual Report Work with the Assistant Director of Finance to develop standard management reporting from the newly implemented finance system (Microsoft Business Central) Supporting the Director of Finance in preparing financial papers to go to the Board Supporting the Director of Finance on work related to the new Charity SORP Supporting the Director of Finance in her wider responsibilities which includes work in the following areas: Governance, Risk, IT and HR Working closely with the Assistant Director of Finance especially on reporting Liaising with staff especially on the operations side at the Trust's outsourced investment managers Liaising with the Trust's custodian Co-ordinating with and answering questions received from the Trust's auditors Key Responsibilities Qualified accountant (part qualified not considered). Experience of accounting for financial investments whether as a preparer or auditor of accounts is highly desirable. Knowledge of Charity Accounting is desirable but not essential Interest in financial and management accounting is critical Interest in developing and improving processes to make them more efficient and less manual Experience of using financial systems is necessary and experience of Microsoft Business Central would be desirable Willingness to learn how to create reports in finance system and then to create such reports Excellent interpersonal skills; Good communication and writing skills; The ability to work flexibly and as part of a cohesive team-based organization Detail focussed Well-organised and able to manage own work IT literate and interest in understanding and using systems Additional Information The Leverhulme Trust working environment: Contemporary office environment supporting agile working and interdisciplinary collaboration. Nearest train stations are City Thameslink or Chancery Lane tube station. Nearest car park is Snowhill NCP.

Contract Type: Interim Contract The role: We are seeking a Technical Support Analyst to provide high-quality, customer-focused IT support within a busy NHS environment. You will play a key role in ensuring that clinical and non-clinical teams receive timely and effective support with hardware, software and systems issues, enabling the smooth delivery of patient care. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support, diagnosing and resolving incidents efficiently. Configure, install and maintain hardware, software and networked devices. Liaise with third-party suppliers and escalate issues as appropriate. Support the implementation and testing of new systems, upgrades and patches. Ensure accurate logging and documentation of all incidents and service requests. Deliver excellent customer service, ensuring users are kept informed of progress. Adhere to NHS information governance, security and confidentiality standards. What the client is looking for: Strong experience in IT support within a large and complex environment, ideally NHS or public sector. Proven ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues across multiple platforms. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment. A proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving. Desirable: Previous NHS experience. Knowledge of clinical systems and applications. ITIL qualification or understanding of IT service management frameworks. Experience supporting Windows, Active Directory, Office 365, and remote access solutions. How to Apply: Submit your CV and cover letter If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us.

We are actively seeking a high-calibre Head of IT/Digital for a Charity organisation on a 6-month contract opportunity. This role offers the flexibility of a 3-day per week schedule confirmed as Outside IR35 . This role requires you to be ON SITE 3 days per week and will suit candidates based within a 30 min daily commute of Edinburgh. If you're a strategic IT leader looking for high-impact work without the Full time commitment, this is the ideal assignment for you. The Mandate: Strategy, Security, and Governance Reporting to the CEO, you will be solely responsible for the strategic direction of the organisation's IT and Digital function. Your focus will be on governance, security, and team development: Own the IT/Digital Strategy: Lead the team to deliver a robust IT/Digital strategy aligned with the corporate Business Plan. Cyber Security Authority: Ensure an efficient, robust, and secure ICT function. This includes leading on GDPR compliance and the achievement of Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation. Corporate Influence: Serve as a key member of the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT) , providing strategic advice and papers to the Board and Sub-Committees. Hands-on Management: Oversee all systems, budget control, procurement, and management of key third-party service contracts (SLAs). Candidate Profile We are looking for a candidate who is immediately available and can hit the ground running, bringing experience from a similar leadership role, ideally within a charity or Not-for-Profit environment. Proven experience as an IT Director or Head of IT/Digital, comfortable engaging with executive and Board-level stakeholders. Expert knowledge of Cyber Security best practices and regulatory compliance (GDPR). Strong background in strategic IT development, vendor management, and budget control. Must be able to commit to the 6-month term on a 3-day per week basis. This strategic Outside IR35 contract offering genuine part time hours is unique. Don't miss out on this chance to secure a high-impact, flexible assignment.

An Interim Finance Business Partner role for a rapidly growing logistics company in Bolton. Your new company A rapidly growing logistics business in Bolton. Your new role An interim Finance Business Partner role, reporting to the Financial Director and delivering a range of decision support analysis. You will act as a strategic partner to the business leaders, by providing financial insight, analysis, and guidance that supports decision-making, improves financial performance, and drives business growth. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business, acting as a trusted advisor. Deliver insightful financial analysis and reports to support operational and strategic decisions. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for designated business areas. Challenge business performance constructively to ensure alignment with financial targets and objectives. Translate complex financial data into meaningful, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders. Partner with operational teams to evaluate business cases, cost-saving initiatives, and investment decisions. Identify risks and opportunities, providing early warning of potential variances from budget or forecast. Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial procedures, and corporate governance. Support month-end close processes, variance analysis, and reporting for relevant departments & drive continuous improvement in financial processes and business partnering practices. What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified accountant with previous experience in a Finance Business Partner role. Proven experience in commercial finance and decision support. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commercial awareness and understanding of operational performance drivers. You will be highly IT-literate, proficient in financial modelling and using Excel and finance systems. You will be available to start at short notice and happy to commit to an interim role for six months. What you'll get in return A varied and rewarding role at a generous market rate. Initially an interim role for six months. The role offers a genuine temp-to-perm potential for the right candidate. 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. #