Regional Head - Location: Telford - Mentored by: Chief Operations Officer - Type of Employment: Full-time - Hours of Work: 40 hours per week - Days of Work: Monday - Friday - Pay Level: £58,000 - £65,000 per annum The Really NEET Project is seeking an exceptional, driven Regional Head to lead and inspire our work across Telford and the Midlands click apply for full job details
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Regional Head - Location: Telford - Mentored by: Chief Operations Officer - Type of Employment: Full-time - Hours of Work: 40 hours per week - Days of Work: Monday - Friday - Pay Level: £58,000 - £65,000 per annum The Really NEET Project is seeking an exceptional, driven Regional Head to lead and inspire our work across Telford and the Midlands click apply for full job details
Assistant Director: Estates Hours : 37 hours per week Salary : £62,792 per annum. Plus generous benefits. These include: • 50 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures) • Generous Occupational Pension Scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) About the role Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this is a strategically important leadership role at a time when York College is accelerating its ambition to be recognised as one of the highest-performing colleges in the country. Leading the Estates team, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the College's Property Strategy, and the project management of capital projects ensuring high quality provision and value for money. You will drive our Environmental & Sustainability Development Strategy, Green Travel Plan and green technologies initiatives and have a positive impact on our drive for sustainability which is a major focus of our ambitions going forward. Other key tasks include ensuring efficient energy management and procurement, the delivery of services which are efficient and cost effective and are supported by high quality information standards, and the management, maintenance and statutory compliance of the College estate overall; this includes planning for refurbishments, capital projects and maintenance across the whole estate.Leading by example you will provide clear and confident leadership to the Estates team, providing support to staff, ensuring they have clear direction, receive regular positive feedback and have the necessary skills and qualifications to undertake their roles to a high standard. You will also work collaboratively with managers and their teams to deliver an outstanding service so that our Estate is an outstanding place in which to work and study. About the person You will be have a track record of successful Estates management in a large organisation, successful delivery of Estates and Facilities projects on time and to budget, and a proven track record of procurement and tendering which delivered value for money. You will possess a relevant qualification at HNC/HND or equivalent, relevant qualifications in Facilities Management, and an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. About the College We are a deeply ambitious organisation that is committed to delivering the highest quality of provision to the communities we serve. Our Strategic Plan is clear, we want to be the best 16-to-18 college in the country. This role is crucial to our ambitions. York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices. We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our state of the art gym. Please visit our website: Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Curtis, Chief Operating Officer, at . Important Notices See the attached document for Important Notices. Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our website and apply using our application form. Most correspondence regarding vacancies will be sent via email, so please check your emails regularly for updates on your application. We would also advise to check your junk/spam folder as some emails may end up here depending on your mail provider settings. Closing date : 5 May 2026 (9am) Interview date : 18 May 2026 We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the 'Mindful Employer' charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other 'protected' characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director: Estates Hours : 37 hours per week Salary : £62,792 per annum. Plus generous benefits. These include: • 50 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures) • Generous Occupational Pension Scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) About the role Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this is a strategically important leadership role at a time when York College is accelerating its ambition to be recognised as one of the highest-performing colleges in the country. Leading the Estates team, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the College's Property Strategy, and the project management of capital projects ensuring high quality provision and value for money. You will drive our Environmental & Sustainability Development Strategy, Green Travel Plan and green technologies initiatives and have a positive impact on our drive for sustainability which is a major focus of our ambitions going forward. Other key tasks include ensuring efficient energy management and procurement, the delivery of services which are efficient and cost effective and are supported by high quality information standards, and the management, maintenance and statutory compliance of the College estate overall; this includes planning for refurbishments, capital projects and maintenance across the whole estate.Leading by example you will provide clear and confident leadership to the Estates team, providing support to staff, ensuring they have clear direction, receive regular positive feedback and have the necessary skills and qualifications to undertake their roles to a high standard. You will also work collaboratively with managers and their teams to deliver an outstanding service so that our Estate is an outstanding place in which to work and study. About the person You will be have a track record of successful Estates management in a large organisation, successful delivery of Estates and Facilities projects on time and to budget, and a proven track record of procurement and tendering which delivered value for money. You will possess a relevant qualification at HNC/HND or equivalent, relevant qualifications in Facilities Management, and an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation. Strong interpersonal and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. About the College We are a deeply ambitious organisation that is committed to delivering the highest quality of provision to the communities we serve. Our Strategic Plan is clear, we want to be the best 16-to-18 college in the country. This role is crucial to our ambitions. York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices. We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our state of the art gym. Please visit our website: Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Curtis, Chief Operating Officer, at . Important Notices See the attached document for Important Notices. Please note that we do not accept CV applications. If you are viewing this vacancy through any job board then please go to our website and apply using our application form. Most correspondence regarding vacancies will be sent via email, so please check your emails regularly for updates on your application. We would also advise to check your junk/spam folder as some emails may end up here depending on your mail provider settings. Closing date : 5 May 2026 (9am) Interview date : 18 May 2026 We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the 'Mindful Employer' charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident is a government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other 'protected' characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Who we are and why we are needed The Fore is creating a society that solves its own problems. Each year we provide funding and skills to the best grassroots charities and social enterprises in the UK and we are growing. Across the UK, talented people within communities are building practical solutions to our most complex challenges from poverty and mental health to education, exclusion and sustainability. However, the vast majority of these solutions do not achieve their potential to drive wider change across society because of failures in how the funding system works. The Fore is the UK s only venture philanthropy fund that has cracked the code in how to identify and distribute funding to turbocharge grassroots innovation and catalyse change. Since 2017, The Fore has been backing the best small charities and social enterprises with astonishing results. So far over 50% of local organisations supported eight years ago have gone on to influence policy, shape national conversations and change lives at scale. Currently The Fore is funding around 50 of the best charities per year and supporting hundreds of others with skills. However, as an organisation we need to do more. We are looking to scale our impact through two routes. Firstly, by increasing our work backing the best charities and convening and educating donors, and secondly by leading change in the broader funding system. The role In the next phase of The Fore s development, it is a priority for the CEO to be able to concentrate on building the external profile and influence of The Fore s work. Therefore, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will play a central role in leadership as the organisation develops. The role translates strategy into delivery, providing oversight across grant making, partnerships, people, and governance, and ensuring the organisation can deliver on its ambitions while managing risk and capacity. We re a small, agile charity so you ll work across both high-level direction and day-to-day organisational delivery. In the next eighteen months, the COO will have responsibility for designing and delivering on a number of key strategic priorities, such as: ensuring the continued excellence of the grant and skills support we provide to the charities and social enterprises we back building out and refining existing activities and processes to ensure exceptional relationship management for our growing number of corporate and private philanthropic partners working with the CEO to develop the Partnerships Team to set it up for scaling and to meet the needs of new partnership models incorporating the use of AI into our systems and processes to streamline operations wherever possible while safeguarding the personalised experience we pride ourselves on offering all our partners. Key responsibilities Grant making and programme delivery Provides strategic oversight of the grant-making model, ensuring alignment with The Fore s overall mission and priorities Acts as a senior advisor and escalation point for the Programme Team on complex decisions and delivery challenges Ensures that operational delivery reflects agreed strategy, including any shifts in focus, criteria, or approach Partnerships and income Provides strategic oversight of funder relationships and income streams, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and capacity Supports colleagues to shape high-quality proposals, renewals, and reporting Ensures the organisation delivers on all funding commitments, maintaining credibility and trust with funders Ensures that The Fore s external messaging and positioning are clear, compelling and aligned with partner priorities Acts as a senior escalation point for complex funder relationships or delivery challenges Supports the ongoing development of The Fore s Pro Bono (skilled volunteering) offer, ensuring it delivers meaningful value to charities while remaining a compelling and well-structured proposition for corporate partners Leads the commercialisation and rollout of the Fore Index (a tool that allows organisations to put a £ value on their impact), securing partners and funding to support its expansion beyond The Fore s portfolio Impact, data and systems Holds responsibility for the organisation s impact framework, ensuring it is credible, proportionate, and aligned with strategic priorities Ensures data and insight are used effectively to inform decision-making, reporting, and external positioning Ensures that insight and impact are translated into clear, compelling external communications to support The Fore s positioning and influence People and internal operations Holds responsibility for the effective functioning and integration of programme delivery and partnerships activity, ensuring teams are well supported and operating efficiently Leads and manages core operational staff, including the Head of Programmes and Impact, Partnerships and Programme Managers, and Partnerships and Programme Officers Manages performance, wellbeing, and retention, fostering a high-performing and sustainable team culture Works closely with the CEO and trustees to support the development and delivery of strategic initiatives, ensuring these are operationally viable and effectively implemented Holds oversight responsibility for The Fore s physical office space and equipment, managing lease and facilities contracts Oversees IT and systems, managing contracts for IT support, Salesforce, and other platforms Governance, compliance, risk and finance Oversees the organisation s financial management, risk management, and operational governance, ensuring robust and proportionate processes are in place Working with the external finance team, provides oversight of budgeting and financial performance, ensuring alignment between income, grant commitments, and operational capacity Contributes to the development of board and committee papers, leading on operational, financial, and risk-related content to ensure clear reporting Ensures appropriate compliance and governance frameworks are in place across grants, partnerships, and operations (including charity insurance, policies, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and cyber security) Experience and attributes Minimum 5 years experience in a senior operations or programme oversight role Track record of translating strategy into operational plans and delivery Exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Track record of developing and sustaining excellent relationships with stakeholders Exceptional people management skills Strong prioritisation skills and highly organised Demonstrable self-starter with excellent follow-through Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to move between board-level thinking and day-to-day execution Takes pride in fostering a friendly, inclusive and productive working environment, with a positive and approachable style Key details Annual leave: 25 days leave, rising by 1 day for each year of service up to a total of 30 days, plus bank holidays and an additional 4 days during our Christmas closure. Location: Our office is based at Vox Studios in Vauxhall, London. We have a hybrid working pattern (three days in the office and two days at home). Reports to: CEO
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Who we are and why we are needed The Fore is creating a society that solves its own problems. Each year we provide funding and skills to the best grassroots charities and social enterprises in the UK and we are growing. Across the UK, talented people within communities are building practical solutions to our most complex challenges from poverty and mental health to education, exclusion and sustainability. However, the vast majority of these solutions do not achieve their potential to drive wider change across society because of failures in how the funding system works. The Fore is the UK s only venture philanthropy fund that has cracked the code in how to identify and distribute funding to turbocharge grassroots innovation and catalyse change. Since 2017, The Fore has been backing the best small charities and social enterprises with astonishing results. So far over 50% of local organisations supported eight years ago have gone on to influence policy, shape national conversations and change lives at scale. Currently The Fore is funding around 50 of the best charities per year and supporting hundreds of others with skills. However, as an organisation we need to do more. We are looking to scale our impact through two routes. Firstly, by increasing our work backing the best charities and convening and educating donors, and secondly by leading change in the broader funding system. The role In the next phase of The Fore s development, it is a priority for the CEO to be able to concentrate on building the external profile and influence of The Fore s work. Therefore, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will play a central role in leadership as the organisation develops. The role translates strategy into delivery, providing oversight across grant making, partnerships, people, and governance, and ensuring the organisation can deliver on its ambitions while managing risk and capacity. We re a small, agile charity so you ll work across both high-level direction and day-to-day organisational delivery. In the next eighteen months, the COO will have responsibility for designing and delivering on a number of key strategic priorities, such as: ensuring the continued excellence of the grant and skills support we provide to the charities and social enterprises we back building out and refining existing activities and processes to ensure exceptional relationship management for our growing number of corporate and private philanthropic partners working with the CEO to develop the Partnerships Team to set it up for scaling and to meet the needs of new partnership models incorporating the use of AI into our systems and processes to streamline operations wherever possible while safeguarding the personalised experience we pride ourselves on offering all our partners. Key responsibilities Grant making and programme delivery Provides strategic oversight of the grant-making model, ensuring alignment with The Fore s overall mission and priorities Acts as a senior advisor and escalation point for the Programme Team on complex decisions and delivery challenges Ensures that operational delivery reflects agreed strategy, including any shifts in focus, criteria, or approach Partnerships and income Provides strategic oversight of funder relationships and income streams, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and capacity Supports colleagues to shape high-quality proposals, renewals, and reporting Ensures the organisation delivers on all funding commitments, maintaining credibility and trust with funders Ensures that The Fore s external messaging and positioning are clear, compelling and aligned with partner priorities Acts as a senior escalation point for complex funder relationships or delivery challenges Supports the ongoing development of The Fore s Pro Bono (skilled volunteering) offer, ensuring it delivers meaningful value to charities while remaining a compelling and well-structured proposition for corporate partners Leads the commercialisation and rollout of the Fore Index (a tool that allows organisations to put a £ value on their impact), securing partners and funding to support its expansion beyond The Fore s portfolio Impact, data and systems Holds responsibility for the organisation s impact framework, ensuring it is credible, proportionate, and aligned with strategic priorities Ensures data and insight are used effectively to inform decision-making, reporting, and external positioning Ensures that insight and impact are translated into clear, compelling external communications to support The Fore s positioning and influence People and internal operations Holds responsibility for the effective functioning and integration of programme delivery and partnerships activity, ensuring teams are well supported and operating efficiently Leads and manages core operational staff, including the Head of Programmes and Impact, Partnerships and Programme Managers, and Partnerships and Programme Officers Manages performance, wellbeing, and retention, fostering a high-performing and sustainable team culture Works closely with the CEO and trustees to support the development and delivery of strategic initiatives, ensuring these are operationally viable and effectively implemented Holds oversight responsibility for The Fore s physical office space and equipment, managing lease and facilities contracts Oversees IT and systems, managing contracts for IT support, Salesforce, and other platforms Governance, compliance, risk and finance Oversees the organisation s financial management, risk management, and operational governance, ensuring robust and proportionate processes are in place Working with the external finance team, provides oversight of budgeting and financial performance, ensuring alignment between income, grant commitments, and operational capacity Contributes to the development of board and committee papers, leading on operational, financial, and risk-related content to ensure clear reporting Ensures appropriate compliance and governance frameworks are in place across grants, partnerships, and operations (including charity insurance, policies, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and cyber security) Experience and attributes Minimum 5 years experience in a senior operations or programme oversight role Track record of translating strategy into operational plans and delivery Exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Track record of developing and sustaining excellent relationships with stakeholders Exceptional people management skills Strong prioritisation skills and highly organised Demonstrable self-starter with excellent follow-through Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to move between board-level thinking and day-to-day execution Takes pride in fostering a friendly, inclusive and productive working environment, with a positive and approachable style Key details Annual leave: 25 days leave, rising by 1 day for each year of service up to a total of 30 days, plus bank holidays and an additional 4 days during our Christmas closure. Location: Our office is based at Vox Studios in Vauxhall, London. We have a hybrid working pattern (three days in the office and two days at home). Reports to: CEO
£130,000 to £150,000 plus Benefits & Equity Potential East Anglia (Hybrid - 3 days minimum office-based) ABPM is retained by this PE-backed FMCG group, who are market leaders in a number of key categories. In the appointment of a proven and commercial CFO who has a track record of demonstrable business partnering across the C suite. You will be keen to be CFO in a leadership team of a business that is on the growth agenda whilst continuing to delight its customers, employees and shareholders. We seek those of you who have successfully operated in a finance leadership role in a PE-owned group and are in possession of good business analysis and communication skills, as the business looks to its future with this key appointment. Key responsibilities cover the following: Responsible for the development and achievement of plans to deliver increased business value. Manage the budgeting and customer costing plans. Manage decision making process around capital investment. Financial and risk management. Financial reporting. Treasury and IT management. Mergers and acquisitions Investor relations and stakeholder management Executive leadership. Leading the finance & IT team, you need to work accurately at pace, understanding the priorities of the business, the CEO and the leadership team. Occasionally, you will find yourself under pressure to ensure smooth day-to-day operations whilst you support the business growth agenda, retaining prudent financial management and cost focus. You must have due regard for risk management and see the bigger picture, i.e. be able to accept the changes that occur within a fast-moving industry We are seeking applications from qualified accountants with relevant knowledge and experience with at least 5 years of senior finance management in a leveraged multi-site environment. Experience in the fresh produce and food industry is preferred, and knowledgeable of how the major retailers interact with suppliers. The traits and characteristics will be of those who are open-minded and creative, possessing strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across a broad range of individuals, both internal and external to the group. If this sounds of interest, please contact ABPM for more details by phone, emailing your CV with a supporting cover letter quoting our job reference EX940192 or applying online. All contact details can be found via our website.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
£130,000 to £150,000 plus Benefits & Equity Potential East Anglia (Hybrid - 3 days minimum office-based) ABPM is retained by this PE-backed FMCG group, who are market leaders in a number of key categories. In the appointment of a proven and commercial CFO who has a track record of demonstrable business partnering across the C suite. You will be keen to be CFO in a leadership team of a business that is on the growth agenda whilst continuing to delight its customers, employees and shareholders. We seek those of you who have successfully operated in a finance leadership role in a PE-owned group and are in possession of good business analysis and communication skills, as the business looks to its future with this key appointment. Key responsibilities cover the following: Responsible for the development and achievement of plans to deliver increased business value. Manage the budgeting and customer costing plans. Manage decision making process around capital investment. Financial and risk management. Financial reporting. Treasury and IT management. Mergers and acquisitions Investor relations and stakeholder management Executive leadership. Leading the finance & IT team, you need to work accurately at pace, understanding the priorities of the business, the CEO and the leadership team. Occasionally, you will find yourself under pressure to ensure smooth day-to-day operations whilst you support the business growth agenda, retaining prudent financial management and cost focus. You must have due regard for risk management and see the bigger picture, i.e. be able to accept the changes that occur within a fast-moving industry We are seeking applications from qualified accountants with relevant knowledge and experience with at least 5 years of senior finance management in a leveraged multi-site environment. Experience in the fresh produce and food industry is preferred, and knowledgeable of how the major retailers interact with suppliers. The traits and characteristics will be of those who are open-minded and creative, possessing strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across a broad range of individuals, both internal and external to the group. If this sounds of interest, please contact ABPM for more details by phone, emailing your CV with a supporting cover letter quoting our job reference EX940192 or applying online. All contact details can be found via our website.
Location: Shropshire (3 days per week) Reporting to: Group Chief People Officer The Opportunity: This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal HR leadership role within a complex, fast-paced, global organisation. We are looking for a commercially astute HR Director who operates as a true business leader, capable of influencing at the highest levels and shaping people strategy in line with ambitious growth objectives. You will sit at the intersection of people and business performance, partnering with board-level stakeholders and senior leaders to drive strategic outcomes. This role is not about maintaining the status quo. It is about building, evolving and delivering a forward-thinking people agenda that enables scale, transformation and sustained success. The Role: As HR Director, you will lead a high-performing team of approximately 11 HR specialists, ensuring the delivery of a best-in-class people function across a large, enterprise-scale environment. You will: - Act as a strategic advisor to the board and executive leadership team - Partner with senior and high-profile external stakeholders to influence business direction - Translate commercial objectives into impactful people strategies - Lead organisational design, workforce planning and transformation initiatives - Drive performance, engagement and leadership capability across the business - Build scalable, future-ready HR frameworks suited to a complex, matrixed organisation - Lead, mentor and elevate a team of HR professionals to deliver at pace and quality - Solve complex business challenges through a pragmatic, solutions-focused HR lens About You: You are a credible, high-impact HR leader with experience operating in large, global, enterprise environments such as professional services, consulting, technology or similarly complex organisations. You might have operated as a Strategic HR Business Partner or Head of HR ready for that move, but will need to demonstrate that you are an ambitious big hitter. You bring: - A proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders, including board and executive level as a strategic HR partner - Deep commercial acumen and the ability to align people strategy with business performance - Experience within large-scale, matrixed, multi-geography organisations - A strategic mindset with the ability to execute in fast-moving environments - Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing sizeable HR teams - A solutions-oriented approach, able to navigate ambiguity and deliver outcomes - Confidence engaging with high-profile external stakeholders and partners Why This Role: This is a career-defining opportunity for an ambitious HR leader who wants to operate at the highest level, shape strategy and make a tangible impact on business performance. You will be empowered to think like a business leader, challenge constructively and drive meaningful change across a complex, evolving organisation.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Location: Shropshire (3 days per week) Reporting to: Group Chief People Officer The Opportunity: This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal HR leadership role within a complex, fast-paced, global organisation. We are looking for a commercially astute HR Director who operates as a true business leader, capable of influencing at the highest levels and shaping people strategy in line with ambitious growth objectives. You will sit at the intersection of people and business performance, partnering with board-level stakeholders and senior leaders to drive strategic outcomes. This role is not about maintaining the status quo. It is about building, evolving and delivering a forward-thinking people agenda that enables scale, transformation and sustained success. The Role: As HR Director, you will lead a high-performing team of approximately 11 HR specialists, ensuring the delivery of a best-in-class people function across a large, enterprise-scale environment. You will: - Act as a strategic advisor to the board and executive leadership team - Partner with senior and high-profile external stakeholders to influence business direction - Translate commercial objectives into impactful people strategies - Lead organisational design, workforce planning and transformation initiatives - Drive performance, engagement and leadership capability across the business - Build scalable, future-ready HR frameworks suited to a complex, matrixed organisation - Lead, mentor and elevate a team of HR professionals to deliver at pace and quality - Solve complex business challenges through a pragmatic, solutions-focused HR lens About You: You are a credible, high-impact HR leader with experience operating in large, global, enterprise environments such as professional services, consulting, technology or similarly complex organisations. You might have operated as a Strategic HR Business Partner or Head of HR ready for that move, but will need to demonstrate that you are an ambitious big hitter. You bring: - A proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders, including board and executive level as a strategic HR partner - Deep commercial acumen and the ability to align people strategy with business performance - Experience within large-scale, matrixed, multi-geography organisations - A strategic mindset with the ability to execute in fast-moving environments - Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing sizeable HR teams - A solutions-oriented approach, able to navigate ambiguity and deliver outcomes - Confidence engaging with high-profile external stakeholders and partners Why This Role: This is a career-defining opportunity for an ambitious HR leader who wants to operate at the highest level, shape strategy and make a tangible impact on business performance. You will be empowered to think like a business leader, challenge constructively and drive meaningful change across a complex, evolving organisation.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services About this role Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership. What you'll do Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business. Bring technical leadership to your team. We don't require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team's work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions. Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture. Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You'll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place. What we're looking for An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment. We are looking for: Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases A balance of self-reflection and bias for action Strong ownership and excellent communication A drive for positive, proactive impact We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you: A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space. A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business Influence change in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services About this role Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership. What you'll do Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business. Bring technical leadership to your team. We don't require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team's work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions. Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture. Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You'll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place. What we're looking for An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment. We are looking for: Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases A balance of self-reflection and bias for action Strong ownership and excellent communication A drive for positive, proactive impact We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you: A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space. A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business Influence change in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Development Engineer - Services About this role We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who can walk in the shoes of our users, communicate & collaborate with teams in Business, Technology and Operations, bringing a passion for using software and technology to create impactful solutions. To be successful in this role, you will have an understanding of the benefits of business processes automation to enable user efficiency, the importance of well-governed solution development, and how to balance these needs to produce easy-to-use software. You are able to seamlessly switch from deep diving users' needs and technical challenges, to discussing solutions and prioritisation. You're not afraid to question stakeholder expectations, using your fantastic influencing skills to drive consensus on requirements, bringing it all together into an achievable, impactful solution that creates business value. What you'll do Design, develop, test and maintain a range of internal facing software products and solutions that automate Business processes Work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your team Leadership Be an advocate for governance, documentation and process, ensuring that everything we build meets our high standards whilst providing a frictionless user experience Make recommendations to stakeholders and drive a consensus of agreement for your solutions. You'll also be great at keeping them in the loop Provide technical leadership and innovate within your team. What we're looking for A passion for software engineering and a track record of delivering solutions in an efficient and maintainable manner Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Demonstrable knowledge of creating architectural designs that meet the business need Proven experience in technical leadership, with a passion for mentoring and nurturing engineers You bring a user focussed mindset. An ability to capture process requirements in order to rapidly refine a solution You're able to effectively communicate and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Experience and knowledge in Cloud/AWS technologies. What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Gain the opportunity to become an expert in writing and optimising code with the power of AI code assistants (GitHub Copilot). Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this and you'll be rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Development Engineer - Services About this role We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer who can walk in the shoes of our users, communicate & collaborate with teams in Business, Technology and Operations, bringing a passion for using software and technology to create impactful solutions. To be successful in this role, you will have an understanding of the benefits of business processes automation to enable user efficiency, the importance of well-governed solution development, and how to balance these needs to produce easy-to-use software. You are able to seamlessly switch from deep diving users' needs and technical challenges, to discussing solutions and prioritisation. You're not afraid to question stakeholder expectations, using your fantastic influencing skills to drive consensus on requirements, bringing it all together into an achievable, impactful solution that creates business value. What you'll do Design, develop, test and maintain a range of internal facing software products and solutions that automate Business processes Work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your team Leadership Be an advocate for governance, documentation and process, ensuring that everything we build meets our high standards whilst providing a frictionless user experience Make recommendations to stakeholders and drive a consensus of agreement for your solutions. You'll also be great at keeping them in the loop Provide technical leadership and innovate within your team. What we're looking for A passion for software engineering and a track record of delivering solutions in an efficient and maintainable manner Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Demonstrable knowledge of creating architectural designs that meet the business need Proven experience in technical leadership, with a passion for mentoring and nurturing engineers You bring a user focussed mindset. An ability to capture process requirements in order to rapidly refine a solution You're able to effectively communicate and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Experience and knowledge in Cloud/AWS technologies. What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Gain the opportunity to become an expert in writing and optimising code with the power of AI code assistants (GitHub Copilot). Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this and you'll be rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Your new company Our client is an established, ambitious multi-site professional services business with an excellent reputation in the Midlands. It is a well-managed and independent firm that puts people at the heart of everything they do, with a positive, collaborative and client-centric culture. Your new role Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this Head of Finance appointment will support the business with its growth aspirations. Leading a dedicated and experienced finance team, you will have full responsibility for financial management, including partnership accounting and compliance. Although a hands-on role, this post will support the Board, helping to drive both operational performance and growth. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be an experienced and professionally qualified Financial Controller who has experience in either professional services or a partnership. Culture fit will be key, you will need to demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills as well as attention to detail, an ability to confidently present to the Board and wider firm, and the energy to lead from the front. What you'll get in return Alongside a competitive basic salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus. Our client is looking for someone who enjoys being in the office, but can offer flexibility for the right candidate. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with a long heritage and established reputation and have a real impact in the next phase of its business plans. 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 hays.co.uk
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is an established, ambitious multi-site professional services business with an excellent reputation in the Midlands. It is a well-managed and independent firm that puts people at the heart of everything they do, with a positive, collaborative and client-centric culture. Your new role Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this Head of Finance appointment will support the business with its growth aspirations. Leading a dedicated and experienced finance team, you will have full responsibility for financial management, including partnership accounting and compliance. Although a hands-on role, this post will support the Board, helping to drive both operational performance and growth. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be an experienced and professionally qualified Financial Controller who has experience in either professional services or a partnership. Culture fit will be key, you will need to demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills as well as attention to detail, an ability to confidently present to the Board and wider firm, and the energy to lead from the front. What you'll get in return Alongside a competitive basic salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus. Our client is looking for someone who enjoys being in the office, but can offer flexibility for the right candidate. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with a long heritage and established reputation and have a real impact in the next phase of its business plans. 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 hays.co.uk
Citizens Advice Surrey Heath (CA-SH) is an independent local charity and a company limited by guarantee. We provide free, confidential, impartial, and independent advice and information for the benefit of the local community, to exercise a responsible influence on the development of social policies and to ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge or an inability to express their needs effectively. The Role Reporting to the Chair of the Trustee Board, the Chief Officer Is responsible to the Trustee Board for the management and leadership of Citizens Advice Surrey Heath. Represents Citizens Advice Surrey Heath to funders, partners and stakeholders. Ensures the delivery of a high quality, impartial and confidential service, utilising both paid staff and volunteers. Is responsible for the continuing funding, planning and financial management of the service. Represents the organisation in Surrey Heath and contributes to the overall provision of strategic advice services in the borough. In particular, the priorities for the Chief Officer in 2026 will be to Manage CA-SH s external relationships, with our funders and the Surrey Heath community generally, to ensure satisfaction with the delivery of current projects. Build on the current income base, in terms of increased existing project budgets, new projects, and diversifying the income base. Explore opportunities to potentially integrate with other local Citizens Advice in Surrey to ensure long-term sustainability and strengthen our impact, in line with the new Unitary Authority structure. The role requires working closely with the Operations Manager, who will be responsible for staff, volunteers, and, generally, the internal CA-SH operation. Person specification Essential 1. Understanding of the voluntary sector and, in particular, knowledge of the strategic and policy environment in which the advice sector, and particularly Citizens Advice operates. 2. Proven ability to devise and implement strategic development and resource plans, particularly in the area of service development, staff development and the management of change. 3. Demonstrable track record of successful income generation and diversification, through promoting services, fundraising, and other activities. 4. Proven track record of devising funded projects, setting them up for delivery and delivering them against agreed targets. 5. Proven ability to lead, motivate and contribute to a team. 6. Demonstrable track record of financial management and budgetary control. 7. Effective communication and presentation skills in person and in writing, to include researching and interpreting complex information and producing clear verbal and written reports, both internally and externally. 8. Proven ability to earn and maintain the trust of stakeholders. 9. Track record in project management. Desirable 1. Understanding of, and commitment to, Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies. 2. Broad understanding of the operation of local and national government, and the administration of public and legal services, including an understanding of commissioning. 3. Demonstrable ability in people management, particularly in the voluntary sector. 4. Ability to create a positive working environment in which equity and diversity are well managed, and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best. 5. Ability to communicate and work well with a governing body. 6. Track record of managing ICT in a working environment, including ICT business planning, managing information and supplier relations. Staff Benefits 6% Employer Pension Contribution A company that is committed to its employees, valuing their knowledge, creativity, and flexibility Flexible, hybrid working Free parking Ongoing personal training and development The chance to work with amazing people and a nationally recognised charity.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Citizens Advice Surrey Heath (CA-SH) is an independent local charity and a company limited by guarantee. We provide free, confidential, impartial, and independent advice and information for the benefit of the local community, to exercise a responsible influence on the development of social policies and to ensure individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge or an inability to express their needs effectively. The Role Reporting to the Chair of the Trustee Board, the Chief Officer Is responsible to the Trustee Board for the management and leadership of Citizens Advice Surrey Heath. Represents Citizens Advice Surrey Heath to funders, partners and stakeholders. Ensures the delivery of a high quality, impartial and confidential service, utilising both paid staff and volunteers. Is responsible for the continuing funding, planning and financial management of the service. Represents the organisation in Surrey Heath and contributes to the overall provision of strategic advice services in the borough. In particular, the priorities for the Chief Officer in 2026 will be to Manage CA-SH s external relationships, with our funders and the Surrey Heath community generally, to ensure satisfaction with the delivery of current projects. Build on the current income base, in terms of increased existing project budgets, new projects, and diversifying the income base. Explore opportunities to potentially integrate with other local Citizens Advice in Surrey to ensure long-term sustainability and strengthen our impact, in line with the new Unitary Authority structure. The role requires working closely with the Operations Manager, who will be responsible for staff, volunteers, and, generally, the internal CA-SH operation. Person specification Essential 1. Understanding of the voluntary sector and, in particular, knowledge of the strategic and policy environment in which the advice sector, and particularly Citizens Advice operates. 2. Proven ability to devise and implement strategic development and resource plans, particularly in the area of service development, staff development and the management of change. 3. Demonstrable track record of successful income generation and diversification, through promoting services, fundraising, and other activities. 4. Proven track record of devising funded projects, setting them up for delivery and delivering them against agreed targets. 5. Proven ability to lead, motivate and contribute to a team. 6. Demonstrable track record of financial management and budgetary control. 7. Effective communication and presentation skills in person and in writing, to include researching and interpreting complex information and producing clear verbal and written reports, both internally and externally. 8. Proven ability to earn and maintain the trust of stakeholders. 9. Track record in project management. Desirable 1. Understanding of, and commitment to, Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies. 2. Broad understanding of the operation of local and national government, and the administration of public and legal services, including an understanding of commissioning. 3. Demonstrable ability in people management, particularly in the voluntary sector. 4. Ability to create a positive working environment in which equity and diversity are well managed, and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best. 5. Ability to communicate and work well with a governing body. 6. Track record of managing ICT in a working environment, including ICT business planning, managing information and supplier relations. Staff Benefits 6% Employer Pension Contribution A company that is committed to its employees, valuing their knowledge, creativity, and flexibility Flexible, hybrid working Free parking Ongoing personal training and development The chance to work with amazing people and a nationally recognised charity.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Engineering Manager - Software & ML About this role We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager who brings a solid foundation in modern development and some experience with Machine Learning environments . You'll lead and grow a team that builds the core software powering our data-driven financial products, ensuring our models are integrated into seamless, consumer-facing experiences. What you'll do Lead & Scale: Support a cross-functional group of engineers to design, develop, and integrate software features that are vital to the lives of credit card consumers. Nurture Talent: Coach and nurture your engineers, including those working on ML integration to achieve their technical, business, and personal goals. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with Product Managers and Data Scientists to ensure ML models are effectively integrated into our production software. Build Robust Systems: Oversee the development of platforms that are performant, secure, and capable of handling the unique deployment needs of AI-powered features. Optimize Delivery: Enhance engineering and agile processes, ensuring that model updates and software releases move in sync. What we're looking for Leadership Excellence: Proven experience leading and supporting software engineering teams to achieve business goals. Technical Breadth: Excellent knowledge of RESTful API development in modern languages (Java, Python, or .Net) and experience with Cloud environments (AWS or Azure). AI Awareness: You aren't necessarily a researcher, but you have expectations of how AI fits into the stack . You understand the basics of model inference, data requirements, and how to manage the non-deterministic nature of AI. Strategic Thinking: Comfortable making technical trade-offs between the need for rapid experimentation and long-term architectural stability. Collaborative Mindset: Ability to communicate effectively across engineering teams to maximize inner-sourcing and reduce technical debt. What you'll get to learn ML Integration at Scale: How to take machine learning models out of the lab and into a high-concurrency production environment. Regulated AI: Navigating the complexities of fairness and transparency in a regulated financial landscape. Cloud Evolution: Deepening your expertise in AWS/Cloud native tools that support modern intelligent applications. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in either our London or Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model. You'll be based in the office 3 days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) to foster team connection and collaboration. What's in it for you Innovation Time: We give you 10% of your time to work on cutting-edge projects-whether that's exploring new AI frameworks or building internal tools. Growth: Access to Capital One University and external training to help you grow as both a leader and a technical strategist. Total Reward: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and immediate access to core benefits (pension, private medical, and generous holiday). World-Class Facilities: From our Nottingham gym and music rooms to our London rooftop running track and premium coffee bars. Our Commitment to Diversity We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. We partner with organisations like Women in Tech and Stonewall to ensure we build teams that reflect the customers we serve. We offer a host of internal networks including REACH (Race Equality and Culture Heritage), OutFront (LGBTQ+ support), and Mind Your Mind . Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Engineering Manager - Software & ML About this role We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager who brings a solid foundation in modern development and some experience with Machine Learning environments . You'll lead and grow a team that builds the core software powering our data-driven financial products, ensuring our models are integrated into seamless, consumer-facing experiences. What you'll do Lead & Scale: Support a cross-functional group of engineers to design, develop, and integrate software features that are vital to the lives of credit card consumers. Nurture Talent: Coach and nurture your engineers, including those working on ML integration to achieve their technical, business, and personal goals. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with Product Managers and Data Scientists to ensure ML models are effectively integrated into our production software. Build Robust Systems: Oversee the development of platforms that are performant, secure, and capable of handling the unique deployment needs of AI-powered features. Optimize Delivery: Enhance engineering and agile processes, ensuring that model updates and software releases move in sync. What we're looking for Leadership Excellence: Proven experience leading and supporting software engineering teams to achieve business goals. Technical Breadth: Excellent knowledge of RESTful API development in modern languages (Java, Python, or .Net) and experience with Cloud environments (AWS or Azure). AI Awareness: You aren't necessarily a researcher, but you have expectations of how AI fits into the stack . You understand the basics of model inference, data requirements, and how to manage the non-deterministic nature of AI. Strategic Thinking: Comfortable making technical trade-offs between the need for rapid experimentation and long-term architectural stability. Collaborative Mindset: Ability to communicate effectively across engineering teams to maximize inner-sourcing and reduce technical debt. What you'll get to learn ML Integration at Scale: How to take machine learning models out of the lab and into a high-concurrency production environment. Regulated AI: Navigating the complexities of fairness and transparency in a regulated financial landscape. Cloud Evolution: Deepening your expertise in AWS/Cloud native tools that support modern intelligent applications. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in either our London or Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model. You'll be based in the office 3 days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) to foster team connection and collaboration. What's in it for you Innovation Time: We give you 10% of your time to work on cutting-edge projects-whether that's exploring new AI frameworks or building internal tools. Growth: Access to Capital One University and external training to help you grow as both a leader and a technical strategist. Total Reward: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and immediate access to core benefits (pension, private medical, and generous holiday). World-Class Facilities: From our Nottingham gym and music rooms to our London rooftop running track and premium coffee bars. Our Commitment to Diversity We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. We partner with organisations like Women in Tech and Stonewall to ensure we build teams that reflect the customers we serve. We offer a host of internal networks including REACH (Race Equality and Culture Heritage), OutFront (LGBTQ+ support), and Mind Your Mind . Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role? This is a Key role responsible for supporting he development and delivery of Marshall Land Systems' future technology and product strategy. Operating as a strategic team of one, you will sit at the intersection of customers, engineering and growth - identifying what defence customers will need before they articulate it, translating emerging operational requirements into product direction, and ensuring MLS develops differentiated, manufacturable and commercially viable solutions. Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, you will support and shape the end-to-end Product & Technology strategy that underpins the MLS Growth Strategy - directly contributing to bids, tenders and long-term competitive positioning across UK MOD, international B2G customers and major prime defence contractors. This role blends technical authority, commercial acumen and entrepreneurial thinking. You will work across engineering, design authority, manufacturing, sales and executive leadership to expand and evolve the MLS offering Your responsibilities will include: Technology & Product Strategy Contribute to the development of MLS Technology and Product Roadmap aligned to long-term growth and competitive advantage. Translate emerging defence doctrine, threat evolution and customer pain points into investable product opportunities. Lead structured horizon scanning across technology, regulatory and geopolitical domains. Ensure product strategy anticipates customer needs across UK MOD, NATO and international markets. Bid & Opportunity Shaping Support the shaping of major bids and tenders, ensuring technical differentiation and strategic positioning. Work upstream in opportunity capture to influence customer requirements and solution framing. Provide technical credibility in senior customer engagements (military, civil service and prime contractors). Contribute to solution architecture and win strategy development. Engineering & Design Authority Integration Work in close partnership with Engineering and the Independent Design Authority (DA) to ensure: Robust systems engineering practices (INCOSE / ISO15288 aligned) Manufacturability and cost-effective design Architectural coherence and reuse across platforms Provide Design Authority input at critical development milestones. Support early identification of technical risk early and ensure structured mitigation plans are embedded. Product management Framework Support the development and application of pragmatic product management framework covering: Market and competitor analysis Feature prioritisation Cost-out strategy Customer-centric design principles Business case development for technology investment Product lifecycle management Commercial & Growth Alignment Partner closely with Sales, Growth and Business Development to align emerging technology with future pipeline. Support commercialisation strategies including pricing logic, value propositions and margin optimisation. Contribute to investment decisions and capital allocation discussions at Board level. Industry & External Engagement Represent MLS externally with senior stakeholders, primes and technology partners. Build strategic partnerships to expand capability and accelerate innovation. Act as a recognised technical authority within the defence ecosystem. Apply if you have most of the following Degree in Engineering or related discipline (Desirable) Proven experience leading complex product development and R&D programmes from concept through to production and in-service support Ability to balance innovation with practical delivery ensuring R&D activity is strategically aligned, commercially justified and executable Significant experience within the defence sector (MOD, primes or equivalent B2G environment) Experience supporting/contributing to complex bids or large platform programmes Proven track record of supporting and defining technology roadmaps Strong background in systems engineering and platform integration Experience operating in an engineering-led manufacturing environment Experience engaging C-suite, military and senior government stakeholders Additional local needs This role is hybrid with time spent in Cambridge but there will be local and international travel The successful candidate will need to be eligible to obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC) The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role? This is a Key role responsible for supporting he development and delivery of Marshall Land Systems' future technology and product strategy. Operating as a strategic team of one, you will sit at the intersection of customers, engineering and growth - identifying what defence customers will need before they articulate it, translating emerging operational requirements into product direction, and ensuring MLS develops differentiated, manufacturable and commercially viable solutions. Reporting to the Chief Revenue Officer, you will support and shape the end-to-end Product & Technology strategy that underpins the MLS Growth Strategy - directly contributing to bids, tenders and long-term competitive positioning across UK MOD, international B2G customers and major prime defence contractors. This role blends technical authority, commercial acumen and entrepreneurial thinking. You will work across engineering, design authority, manufacturing, sales and executive leadership to expand and evolve the MLS offering Your responsibilities will include: Technology & Product Strategy Contribute to the development of MLS Technology and Product Roadmap aligned to long-term growth and competitive advantage. Translate emerging defence doctrine, threat evolution and customer pain points into investable product opportunities. Lead structured horizon scanning across technology, regulatory and geopolitical domains. Ensure product strategy anticipates customer needs across UK MOD, NATO and international markets. Bid & Opportunity Shaping Support the shaping of major bids and tenders, ensuring technical differentiation and strategic positioning. Work upstream in opportunity capture to influence customer requirements and solution framing. Provide technical credibility in senior customer engagements (military, civil service and prime contractors). Contribute to solution architecture and win strategy development. Engineering & Design Authority Integration Work in close partnership with Engineering and the Independent Design Authority (DA) to ensure: Robust systems engineering practices (INCOSE / ISO15288 aligned) Manufacturability and cost-effective design Architectural coherence and reuse across platforms Provide Design Authority input at critical development milestones. Support early identification of technical risk early and ensure structured mitigation plans are embedded. Product management Framework Support the development and application of pragmatic product management framework covering: Market and competitor analysis Feature prioritisation Cost-out strategy Customer-centric design principles Business case development for technology investment Product lifecycle management Commercial & Growth Alignment Partner closely with Sales, Growth and Business Development to align emerging technology with future pipeline. Support commercialisation strategies including pricing logic, value propositions and margin optimisation. Contribute to investment decisions and capital allocation discussions at Board level. Industry & External Engagement Represent MLS externally with senior stakeholders, primes and technology partners. Build strategic partnerships to expand capability and accelerate innovation. Act as a recognised technical authority within the defence ecosystem. Apply if you have most of the following Degree in Engineering or related discipline (Desirable) Proven experience leading complex product development and R&D programmes from concept through to production and in-service support Ability to balance innovation with practical delivery ensuring R&D activity is strategically aligned, commercially justified and executable Significant experience within the defence sector (MOD, primes or equivalent B2G environment) Experience supporting/contributing to complex bids or large platform programmes Proven track record of supporting and defining technology roadmaps Strong background in systems engineering and platform integration Experience operating in an engineering-led manufacturing environment Experience engaging C-suite, military and senior government stakeholders Additional local needs This role is hybrid with time spent in Cambridge but there will be local and international travel The successful candidate will need to be eligible to obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC) The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £115,000 to £135,000 + Benefits Job Ref: MC 2716 Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday, 26 th 2026 Our client, Lilian Faithfull Care, is a long established Gloucestershire charity providing exceptional residential, nursing, respite and day care for older people click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £115,000 to £135,000 + Benefits Job Ref: MC 2716 Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday, 26 th 2026 Our client, Lilian Faithfull Care, is a long established Gloucestershire charity providing exceptional residential, nursing, respite and day care for older people click apply for full job details
Fundraising Manager We are now seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraising Manager (South West) to help grow sustainable income and strengthen the regional partnerships at an exciting stage in the organisations development. Join a long-established national charity with over 40 years of experience supporting children with disabilities and additional needs to reach their full potential. Position: Fundraising Manager Location: Bridgwater/Hybrid Hours: 30 hours per week, worked flexibly (with the potential for additional hours during peak periods) Salary: £32,000 £35,000 per annum pro rata (actual £25,600 - £28,000) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 13th April 2026 About the Role The team work closely with families across the UK to deliver tailored therapy programmes that make a meaningful and lasting difference to children s lives. The Fundraising Manager will join the organisation at a pivotal stage, leading the development and delivery of a strategic, place-based fundraising programme linked to the centre in Bridgwater and across the wider South West. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and colleagues across the organisation, you will lead the growth of regional income through corporate partnerships, business development, major donors, legacy giving and third-party fundraising. Alongside managing the Community Fundraising Lead and supporting strong community fundraising delivery, the role will focus on building high-value partnerships and developing long-term relationships with businesses, supporters and stakeholders across the region. Taken together, this presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated fundraising professional to make a meaningful contribution to the charity s future. You will play a key role in strengthening the charity s financial sustainability, expanding regional partnerships and helping to ensure that more children and families can access the specialist support they provide. About You We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with demonstrable success in securing corporate partnerships and achieving income targets. With strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentations, you will have strong financial literacy including budget management and ROI analysis. You will have experience of: Developing and implementing fundraising strategies. Business development and partnership acquisition. Major donor cultivation and stewardship. Managing income pipelines and forecasting. Management and developing staff performance. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and influencing skills. Full driving licence, access to a car, and willingness to travel regionally and nationally required. The charity is an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees. Other roles you may have experience with could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Lead, Senior Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising, Major Donor, Major Donor Fundraising, Legacy, In Memory, Community Fundraising, Community Fundraiser. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Manager We are now seeking an experienced and motivated Fundraising Manager (South West) to help grow sustainable income and strengthen the regional partnerships at an exciting stage in the organisations development. Join a long-established national charity with over 40 years of experience supporting children with disabilities and additional needs to reach their full potential. Position: Fundraising Manager Location: Bridgwater/Hybrid Hours: 30 hours per week, worked flexibly (with the potential for additional hours during peak periods) Salary: £32,000 £35,000 per annum pro rata (actual £25,600 - £28,000) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 13th April 2026 About the Role The team work closely with families across the UK to deliver tailored therapy programmes that make a meaningful and lasting difference to children s lives. The Fundraising Manager will join the organisation at a pivotal stage, leading the development and delivery of a strategic, place-based fundraising programme linked to the centre in Bridgwater and across the wider South West. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and colleagues across the organisation, you will lead the growth of regional income through corporate partnerships, business development, major donors, legacy giving and third-party fundraising. Alongside managing the Community Fundraising Lead and supporting strong community fundraising delivery, the role will focus on building high-value partnerships and developing long-term relationships with businesses, supporters and stakeholders across the region. Taken together, this presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated fundraising professional to make a meaningful contribution to the charity s future. You will play a key role in strengthening the charity s financial sustainability, expanding regional partnerships and helping to ensure that more children and families can access the specialist support they provide. About You We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with demonstrable success in securing corporate partnerships and achieving income targets. With strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and presentations, you will have strong financial literacy including budget management and ROI analysis. You will have experience of: Developing and implementing fundraising strategies. Business development and partnership acquisition. Major donor cultivation and stewardship. Managing income pipelines and forecasting. Management and developing staff performance. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and influencing skills. Full driving licence, access to a car, and willingness to travel regionally and nationally required. The charity is an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees. Other roles you may have experience with could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Lead, Senior Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Fundraising, Major Donor, Major Donor Fundraising, Legacy, In Memory, Community Fundraising, Community Fundraiser. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Your new company Our client is an established, ambitious multi-site professional services business with an excellent reputation in the Midlands. It is a well-managed and independent firm that puts people at the heart of everything they do, with a positive, collaborative and client-centric culture. Your new role Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this Head of Finance appointment will support the business with its growth aspirations. Leading a dedicated and experienced finance team, you will have full responsibility for financial management, including partnership accounting and compliance. Although a hands-on role, this post will support the Board, helping to drive both operational performance and growth. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be an experienced and professionally qualified Financial Controller who has experience in either professional services or a partnership. Culture fit will be key, you will need to demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills as well as attention to detail, an ability to confidently present to the Board and wider firm, and the energy to lead from the front. What you'll get in return Alongside a competitive basic salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus. Our client is looking for someone who enjoys being in the office, but can offer flexibility for the right candidate. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with a long heritage and established reputation and have a real impact in the next phase of its business plans. 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)
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is an established, ambitious multi-site professional services business with an excellent reputation in the Midlands. It is a well-managed and independent firm that puts people at the heart of everything they do, with a positive, collaborative and client-centric culture. Your new role Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this Head of Finance appointment will support the business with its growth aspirations. Leading a dedicated and experienced finance team, you will have full responsibility for financial management, including partnership accounting and compliance. Although a hands-on role, this post will support the Board, helping to drive both operational performance and growth. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be an experienced and professionally qualified Financial Controller who has experience in either professional services or a partnership. Culture fit will be key, you will need to demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills as well as attention to detail, an ability to confidently present to the Board and wider firm, and the energy to lead from the front. What you'll get in return Alongside a competitive basic salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus. Our client is looking for someone who enjoys being in the office, but can offer flexibility for the right candidate. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with a long heritage and established reputation and have a real impact in the next phase of its business plans. 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)
Chief Executive Officer - ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary:£62049per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Addition. . click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer - ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary:£62049per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Addition. . click apply for full job details
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. What You'll Do Are you passionate about developing socially and ethically responsible AI systems? Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects that apply cutting-edge AI and GenAI models to solve real-world problems? Imagine working with BCG 's Responsible AI team, where you will develop and apply innovative tools for testing and evaluating new GenAI products. Your daily work would involve designing and implementing testing and evaluation frameworks to help improve product quality and ensure AI systems are safe, secure, and equitable . Join a team dedicated to exploring creative solutions and pioneering advancements in Responsible AI. Your work will influence the development of GenAI applications, focusing on transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness. On the team, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and make a tangible impact on shaping the future of AI, ensuring it meets the highest standards for responsibility and effectiveness. You will have the opportunity to support a wide variety of projects, spanning use cases, technologies, industries, and clients. Embrace the challenge of working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, ethical innovation, and real-world applications. The Responsible AI Applied Scientist plays a critical role supporting BCG 's testing and evaluation efforts, working in conjunction with our AI and GenAI product teams to ensure alignment with our Responsible AI policy, principles, and standards, and to support the design, continuous improvement, and execution of the overall Responsible AI program at BCG. The Responsible AI Applied Sci entist will work with a diverse set of stakeholders to: Ensure responsible development of GenAI and AI products by providing Responsible AI expert support to GenAI and AI product teams, including conducting independent assessment of product -level risks and owning product evaluations Engage indep endently and directly with BCG product teams to sup port Responsible AI-related nee ds across the entire software development lifecycle of GenAI or AI product s Work with and support technical teams executing risk assessment and testing and evaluation o f GenAI and AI products Train and mentor technical teams on testing and evaluation approaches for GenAI products Remain up - to - date on emerging frameworks, standards, and technical approaches, and related issues , by participating in workshops, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations What You'll Bring 3-5+ years of experience in Responsible AI, including directly engaging with AI product teams 3+ years of industry experience in building or evaluating Generative AI models Experience in program/project management and team leadership Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks ( PyTorch , TensorFlow) Demonstrable knowledge of Responsible AI issues, trends, frameworks, and best practices Working knowledge of emerging AI regulatory and legal frameworks across the globe Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Ability to explain sophisticated data science concepts to non-technical audiences and translate analytical results into business implications Ability to think critically about ethical, social, and business risks posed by GenAI and AI systems Passion for building things and comfort working with modern data science development tools Experience designing and analyzing experiments using advanced statistical methods Experience and enthusiasm for working with Ge n AI technologies Technical Skills Must - have experience: Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent research/work experience Strong research background in empirical evaluation, experimental design, or benchmarking Deep familiarity with software engineering workflows and developer tools Experience working with or evaluating AI/ML models, preferably LLMs Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write clear testing result reports Nice - to - have experience: Experience with quantitative social science research Familiarity with software engineering practices (e.g., unit testing, CI/CD ) Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or SQL databases Knowledge of AI risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF) Experience with d eveloper tools , including IDEs (e.g., VSCode , Pycharm ) and environment management (e.g., P yenv , C onda , P oetry , D ocker) Demonstrable contribution to open-source evaluations of GenAI Who You'll Work With You'll work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging, product-oriented environment where we advance our thinking about and operationalization of Responsible AI. You'll engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior executives, A I and G enAI product teams , legal, compliance, and security teams, BCG's Chief AI Ethics Officer, the Director of the Responsible AI team, and other members of the Responsible AI team. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. We Are BCG X We're a diverse team of more than 3,000 tech experts united by a drive to make a difference. Working across industries and disciplines, we combine our experience and expertise to tackle the biggest challenges faced by society today. We go beyond what was once thought possible, creating new and innovative solutions to the world's most complex problems. Leveraging BCG's global network and partnerships with leading organizations, BCG X provides a stable ecosystem for talent to build game-changing businesses, products, and services from the ground up, all while growing their career. Together, we strive to create solutions that will positively impact the lives of millions. What You'll Do Are you passionate about developing socially and ethically responsible AI systems? Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects that apply cutting-edge AI and GenAI models to solve real-world problems? Imagine working with BCG 's Responsible AI team, where you will develop and apply innovative tools for testing and evaluating new GenAI products. Your daily work would involve designing and implementing testing and evaluation frameworks to help improve product quality and ensure AI systems are safe, secure, and equitable . Join a team dedicated to exploring creative solutions and pioneering advancements in Responsible AI. Your work will influence the development of GenAI applications, focusing on transparency, accountability, and trustworthiness. On the team, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and make a tangible impact on shaping the future of AI, ensuring it meets the highest standards for responsibility and effectiveness. You will have the opportunity to support a wide variety of projects, spanning use cases, technologies, industries, and clients. Embrace the challenge of working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, ethical innovation, and real-world applications. The Responsible AI Applied Scientist plays a critical role supporting BCG 's testing and evaluation efforts, working in conjunction with our AI and GenAI product teams to ensure alignment with our Responsible AI policy, principles, and standards, and to support the design, continuous improvement, and execution of the overall Responsible AI program at BCG. The Responsible AI Applied Sci entist will work with a diverse set of stakeholders to: Ensure responsible development of GenAI and AI products by providing Responsible AI expert support to GenAI and AI product teams, including conducting independent assessment of product -level risks and owning product evaluations Engage indep endently and directly with BCG product teams to sup port Responsible AI-related nee ds across the entire software development lifecycle of GenAI or AI product s Work with and support technical teams executing risk assessment and testing and evaluation o f GenAI and AI products Train and mentor technical teams on testing and evaluation approaches for GenAI products Remain up - to - date on emerging frameworks, standards, and technical approaches, and related issues , by participating in workshops, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations What You'll Bring 3-5+ years of experience in Responsible AI, including directly engaging with AI product teams 3+ years of industry experience in building or evaluating Generative AI models Experience in program/project management and team leadership Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks ( PyTorch , TensorFlow) Demonstrable knowledge of Responsible AI issues, trends, frameworks, and best practices Working knowledge of emerging AI regulatory and legal frameworks across the globe Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Ability to explain sophisticated data science concepts to non-technical audiences and translate analytical results into business implications Ability to think critically about ethical, social, and business risks posed by GenAI and AI systems Passion for building things and comfort working with modern data science development tools Experience designing and analyzing experiments using advanced statistical methods Experience and enthusiasm for working with Ge n AI technologies Technical Skills Must - have experience: Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent research/work experience Strong research background in empirical evaluation, experimental design, or benchmarking Deep familiarity with software engineering workflows and developer tools Experience working with or evaluating AI/ML models, preferably LLMs Strong analytical and communication skills, including the ability to write clear testing result reports Nice - to - have experience: Experience with quantitative social science research Familiarity with software engineering practices (e.g., unit testing, CI/CD ) Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or SQL databases Knowledge of AI risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF) Experience with d eveloper tools , including IDEs (e.g., VSCode , Pycharm ) and environment management (e.g., P yenv , C onda , P oetry , D ocker) Demonstrable contribution to open-source evaluations of GenAI Who You'll Work With You'll work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging, product-oriented environment where we advance our thinking about and operationalization of Responsible AI. You'll engage with a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior executives, A I and G enAI product teams , legal, compliance, and security teams, BCG's Chief AI Ethics Officer, the Director of the Responsible AI team, and other members of the Responsible AI team. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA)
Shirley, West Midlands
Chief Executive Officer To view the job description, click here Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation s strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity s senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer To view the job description, click here Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation s strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity s senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
