Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Employee Relations (ER) Lead, you will oversee the entire ER function at BDO, ensuring the delivery of high-quality ER services across the firm. You will lead a team of 13 ER professionals, including the Senior ER Manager, and work closely with senior leadership and Partners to support the business effectively. Your role will involve strategic planning, provide commercial guidance and support to the firm on risk mitigation, compliance, thought leadership on ER policy implementation ensuring the firm is proactive, maintaining or implementing ahead of trends alongside ownership of overall delivery of ER team activities. You'll also: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the ER strategy in alignment with the firm's overall HR and business objectives. Lead the ER team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance. Oversee complex case management/risk decisions and provide commercial guidance on high-risk ER issues. Ensure the ER team delivers timely and pragmatic advice and guidance to the business, ensuring realistic KPI's are set and objectives are clear. Ensure the team clearly understands their roles and responsibilities and takes ownership of their actions. Legislation, Policy and Compliance: Take full ownership of compliance with the firm's ER allocated ISQM risks and processes including relevant and timely inputs on Rhiza. Oversee the team's development and maintenance of ER policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practices. Provide support and guidance to the Senior ER Manager in their responsibility for ensuring high quality, robust governance of ER processes and procedures, consulting with stakeholders as needed and reviewing as necessary. Ensure the team provide timely and quality responses to all Tribunal claims and ACAS Early Conciliation by ensuring appropriate consultation with lawyers and decision making escalation to Senior ER Manager and ER lead. Act as the final escalation point for ER team complex queries and risk-based decisions, being accountable for overall technical decision making within the team. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Build strong, credible relationships, including with the Head of People, members of the People Culture Exec, the Firm's LT, Partners, HRLT and HR Generalist team acting as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters, providing strategic guidance on risks impacting the firm. Develop and apply commercial solutions to resolve business and employee issues. Work closely with senior members of internal Ethics, Risk and Legal on improving firm's culture and governance implementation, developing and maintaining measures to mitigate risk to the firm. Collaborate with the HR team and other departments to support firmwide and HR strategic projects. Take ownership of external relationships including external legal advisors and occupational health, to ensure strong commercial relationships to bring knowledge and best practices into the firm. Data and Analytics: Regularly review key themes and trends identified by the ER Senior Manager and produce data and analytics alongside providing pro-active solutions and recommendations to leadership on complex issues. Maintain and establish where relevant, key metrics to measure the effectiveness of the ER team and provide reports to key stakeholders on trends and areas for improvement and focus. Support the Senior ER Manager and ER Managers to ensure accurate data capture in the case management system to meet internal and regulatory reporting requirements. Training and Development: Coach and develop the ER Senior Manager and ER team where required, fostering a supportive and developmental culture. Identify ER team training needs and facilitate workshops or training sessions to ensure that the ER team has the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver the best service to the firm. Support the ER Senior Manager in implementing team-building events and a cohesive working environment. Develop and deliver training to business stakeholders on ER matters where relevant. You'll be someone with: Substantial experience of managing complex Employee Relations cases at senior level. Strong technical and current knowledge of employment law and best practice trends. Proven experience in building, developing, and leading a team. High emotional intelligence and a natural leader with a calm, patient, pragmatic and balanced approach to sensitive matters. Confident in creating and interpreting ER-related data, producing analysis, and presenting recommendations to leadership. Experience in developing continuous process improvement and encouraging new ways of working. Fully accountable for risk based decision-making in complex ER case management, including Employment Tribunals and TUPE. Gravitas to influence all seniority stakeholders with strong communication and influencing skills. Experience in a professional services and/or regulated environment is advantageous. Experience using Navex (Ethics point) as a case management system would also be desirable. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jan 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our greatest asset is our people, so our HR team focus on ensuring we are all reaching our potential. They use their specialist expertise to help us attract great talent, enable our employees to succeed and inspire a unified culture of development across our firm. By playing a role in the recruitment and management of our people, they help change lives and influence the future of BDO. Join a driven and passionate team where you can be yourself, while also helping your colleagues to achieve their ambitions. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As the Employee Relations (ER) Lead, you will oversee the entire ER function at BDO, ensuring the delivery of high-quality ER services across the firm. You will lead a team of 13 ER professionals, including the Senior ER Manager, and work closely with senior leadership and Partners to support the business effectively. Your role will involve strategic planning, provide commercial guidance and support to the firm on risk mitigation, compliance, thought leadership on ER policy implementation ensuring the firm is proactive, maintaining or implementing ahead of trends alongside ownership of overall delivery of ER team activities. You'll also: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the ER strategy in alignment with the firm's overall HR and business objectives. Lead the ER team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance. Oversee complex case management/risk decisions and provide commercial guidance on high-risk ER issues. Ensure the ER team delivers timely and pragmatic advice and guidance to the business, ensuring realistic KPI's are set and objectives are clear. Ensure the team clearly understands their roles and responsibilities and takes ownership of their actions. Legislation, Policy and Compliance: Take full ownership of compliance with the firm's ER allocated ISQM risks and processes including relevant and timely inputs on Rhiza. Oversee the team's development and maintenance of ER policies and procedures, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practices. Provide support and guidance to the Senior ER Manager in their responsibility for ensuring high quality, robust governance of ER processes and procedures, consulting with stakeholders as needed and reviewing as necessary. Ensure the team provide timely and quality responses to all Tribunal claims and ACAS Early Conciliation by ensuring appropriate consultation with lawyers and decision making escalation to Senior ER Manager and ER lead. Act as the final escalation point for ER team complex queries and risk-based decisions, being accountable for overall technical decision making within the team. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Build strong, credible relationships, including with the Head of People, members of the People Culture Exec, the Firm's LT, Partners, HRLT and HR Generalist team acting as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters, providing strategic guidance on risks impacting the firm. Develop and apply commercial solutions to resolve business and employee issues. Work closely with senior members of internal Ethics, Risk and Legal on improving firm's culture and governance implementation, developing and maintaining measures to mitigate risk to the firm. Collaborate with the HR team and other departments to support firmwide and HR strategic projects. Take ownership of external relationships including external legal advisors and occupational health, to ensure strong commercial relationships to bring knowledge and best practices into the firm. Data and Analytics: Regularly review key themes and trends identified by the ER Senior Manager and produce data and analytics alongside providing pro-active solutions and recommendations to leadership on complex issues. Maintain and establish where relevant, key metrics to measure the effectiveness of the ER team and provide reports to key stakeholders on trends and areas for improvement and focus. Support the Senior ER Manager and ER Managers to ensure accurate data capture in the case management system to meet internal and regulatory reporting requirements. Training and Development: Coach and develop the ER Senior Manager and ER team where required, fostering a supportive and developmental culture. Identify ER team training needs and facilitate workshops or training sessions to ensure that the ER team has the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver the best service to the firm. Support the ER Senior Manager in implementing team-building events and a cohesive working environment. Develop and deliver training to business stakeholders on ER matters where relevant. You'll be someone with: Substantial experience of managing complex Employee Relations cases at senior level. Strong technical and current knowledge of employment law and best practice trends. Proven experience in building, developing, and leading a team. High emotional intelligence and a natural leader with a calm, patient, pragmatic and balanced approach to sensitive matters. Confident in creating and interpreting ER-related data, producing analysis, and presenting recommendations to leadership. Experience in developing continuous process improvement and encouraging new ways of working. Fully accountable for risk based decision-making in complex ER case management, including Employment Tribunals and TUPE. Gravitas to influence all seniority stakeholders with strong communication and influencing skills. Experience in a professional services and/or regulated environment is advantageous. Experience using Navex (Ethics point) as a case management system would also be desirable. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Workforce Planning Manager Romsey (Hybrid) £37ph 6-month FTC Join a pioneering tech organisation where your resource management expertise will directly influence national security and cutting-edge innovation. This is a rare opportunity to shape project delivery across a business developing radar systems, AI platforms, and autonomous technologies. You ll be at the centre of operations, working with senior stakeholders to ensure the right people are in the right projects at the right time all within a fast-paced, high-tech environment. As a Workforce Planning Manager, you will benefit from: Hybrid working with flexibility around core hours Autonomy to make decisions and influence project outcomes Exposure to advanced technologies and mission-critical programmes Supportive team culture with strong collaboration across departments Opportunities to upskill in tools like ProFinda and Power BI A role that blends tactical delivery with strategic stakeholder engagement As a Workforce Planning Manager, your responsibilities will include: Partnering with stakeholders to capture project demand and allocate resources effectively Allocating people to projects based on availability, skillset, and development goals Collaborating with fellow Resource Managers and Line Managers to balance delivery with personal growth Resolving resource conflicts and solving problems in a fast-changing environment Managing relationships with senior stakeholders across technical and corporate teams As a Workforce Planning Manager, your experience will include: Resource management within Professional Services or technical matrix organisations Tactical resourcing and project allocation Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills High-level organisational and prioritisation abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ideally Power BI Experience with Microsoft 365 tools and platforms like MS Teams If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Claire Heckford at Rubicon for more information.
Jan 10, 2026
Contractor
Workforce Planning Manager Romsey (Hybrid) £37ph 6-month FTC Join a pioneering tech organisation where your resource management expertise will directly influence national security and cutting-edge innovation. This is a rare opportunity to shape project delivery across a business developing radar systems, AI platforms, and autonomous technologies. You ll be at the centre of operations, working with senior stakeholders to ensure the right people are in the right projects at the right time all within a fast-paced, high-tech environment. As a Workforce Planning Manager, you will benefit from: Hybrid working with flexibility around core hours Autonomy to make decisions and influence project outcomes Exposure to advanced technologies and mission-critical programmes Supportive team culture with strong collaboration across departments Opportunities to upskill in tools like ProFinda and Power BI A role that blends tactical delivery with strategic stakeholder engagement As a Workforce Planning Manager, your responsibilities will include: Partnering with stakeholders to capture project demand and allocate resources effectively Allocating people to projects based on availability, skillset, and development goals Collaborating with fellow Resource Managers and Line Managers to balance delivery with personal growth Resolving resource conflicts and solving problems in a fast-changing environment Managing relationships with senior stakeholders across technical and corporate teams As a Workforce Planning Manager, your experience will include: Resource management within Professional Services or technical matrix organisations Tactical resourcing and project allocation Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills High-level organisational and prioritisation abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ideally Power BI Experience with Microsoft 365 tools and platforms like MS Teams If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Claire Heckford at Rubicon for more information.
PA / Senior Administrator Superstar Wanted 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (with serious potential to go permanent) Ever been the person who actually keeps things running while everyone else is in meetings about meetings? Love juggling diaries, travel, projects, and the occasional curveball all without breaking a sweat? I m recruiting on behalf of a high-performing, global software business with a long history of growth, stability, and doing things properly. They re looking for a brilliant PA or Sales Support Administrator to support senior leaders and wider teams during a busy and exciting period. This starts as a 6-month fixed-term contract , but if you re good (and they fully expect you to be), they ll want to keep you permanently . What you ll be doing (aka being the calm in the chaos): PA support to senior management diaries, travel, expenses, gatekeeping Organising flights, hotels & taxis via a dedicated travel agency Preparing agendas, collating papers & taking proper minutes Organising on-site & off-site meetings (yes, including catering) Raising purchase orders & tracking invoices Supporting projects document control, SharePoint pages & review meetings Helping coordinate company events Being the go-to liaison between teams, offices & customers Pitching in with reception cover and supporting the wider admin team when needed No two days the same and that s exactly the point. What they re looking for: Previous PA / Admin experience (international environment is a big plus) Comfortable supporting multiple managers Strong organisation, planning & prioritisation skills Confident communicator written & verbal Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) SharePoint experience = bonus points Proactive, forward-thinking, and able to react fast when things change Happy multitasking without losing attention to detail Why this role? Work with a respected, long-established tech business Friendly, collaborative admin team around you Exposure to senior leadership & projects 6-month FTC with a genuine route to permanent employment A role where you re truly valued, not just supporting If you re an experienced PA or Sales Support Administrator who likes being at the heart of the action this is one worth jumping on . Apply now to find out more.
Jan 10, 2026
Contractor
PA / Senior Administrator Superstar Wanted 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (with serious potential to go permanent) Ever been the person who actually keeps things running while everyone else is in meetings about meetings? Love juggling diaries, travel, projects, and the occasional curveball all without breaking a sweat? I m recruiting on behalf of a high-performing, global software business with a long history of growth, stability, and doing things properly. They re looking for a brilliant PA or Sales Support Administrator to support senior leaders and wider teams during a busy and exciting period. This starts as a 6-month fixed-term contract , but if you re good (and they fully expect you to be), they ll want to keep you permanently . What you ll be doing (aka being the calm in the chaos): PA support to senior management diaries, travel, expenses, gatekeeping Organising flights, hotels & taxis via a dedicated travel agency Preparing agendas, collating papers & taking proper minutes Organising on-site & off-site meetings (yes, including catering) Raising purchase orders & tracking invoices Supporting projects document control, SharePoint pages & review meetings Helping coordinate company events Being the go-to liaison between teams, offices & customers Pitching in with reception cover and supporting the wider admin team when needed No two days the same and that s exactly the point. What they re looking for: Previous PA / Admin experience (international environment is a big plus) Comfortable supporting multiple managers Strong organisation, planning & prioritisation skills Confident communicator written & verbal Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) SharePoint experience = bonus points Proactive, forward-thinking, and able to react fast when things change Happy multitasking without losing attention to detail Why this role? Work with a respected, long-established tech business Friendly, collaborative admin team around you Exposure to senior leadership & projects 6-month FTC with a genuine route to permanent employment A role where you re truly valued, not just supporting If you re an experienced PA or Sales Support Administrator who likes being at the heart of the action this is one worth jumping on . Apply now to find out more.
Interim Head of Tax FTC Oxford Oxfordshire Your new company This top tier client is a large and complex business, UK-centric, but with a global reach. This organisation is a premier establishment and would be a fabulous experience for any tax professional. The role is in an initial 6-month FTC, either day rate or salaried, with the opportunity to be considered for a permanent position if so desired. This Head of Tax role will be advisory-based, focussed on leadership of an established team, providing technical support across different areas of tax, with a strong expertise in indirect tax and partial exemptions. Your new role Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability, motivating staff and encouraging them to maximise their potential whilst maintaining team morale. Ensure that the tax function stays abreast of tax developments within the sector, and develops relationships and contacts Ensure that the tax strategy covering the tax affairs of the parent and its subsidiaries remains appropriate and is agreed by the Finance Committee Undertake early-stage tax planning on a range of projects initiated across the University, providing input and advice to senior managers on tax, risk and compliance issues Initiate new proposals as needed to optimise the tax liabilities, or to reduce tax risk, wherever possible; manage the all-tax risk register Advise on the setting up of new joint ventures and new legal entities, both in the UK and overseas Responsible for ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations in the UK and internationally; promoting compliance internally and identifying areas of weakness, proposing solutions to strengthen controls and implementing them; developing a bespoke training programme for departments; advising on international employment taxes Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and subsidiary boards, ensuring tax compliance and supporting the completion of the Senior Accounting Officer return. Proactively engage with HMRC to ensure the Group is compliant, own the relationship with HMRC and any other relevant tax authorities; Develop good working relationships with HMRC to ensure there is a smooth, effective and productive relationship. Responsibility for VAT returns (including partial exemption calculations, Capital Goods Scheme calculations, Intrastat, EC Sales Listings); Oversee the completion of the Groups' Corporation tax returns, and other tax returns Oversee the administration of international payrolls Engage with departments to ensure internal controls are adequate and promote tax compliance across all business processes and systems, including liaising with departments to collate data for the submission of the EU and rest of the world VAT returns. Strengthen tax reporting to monitor tax liabilities, compliance and risk, and to ensure that executive management is kept informed Promote awareness and understanding of tax issues across senior management and their representatives, creating close and collaborative relationships to ensure significant issues or opportunities are identified and acted on at the inception of a research, building or overseas development. Develop a wide network across the multiple professional disciplines to understand and enable early interventions into projects, proposals and business plans where there are tax implications. Develop and deliver training, training materials, and communications to promote awareness of tax issues at all levels across the Group What you'll need to succeed You will be a tax professional, ACA, CTA or ATT qualified. Demonstrable indirect tax experience with in-depth knowledge of partial exemptions will be required. You will have the ability to work in complex business models, build relationships across the Group's divisions and subsidiaries and advise on a variety of tax issues. You will have previous experience of managing a high-performing team. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £100,000 PAYE or £650 per day. Benefits include 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a pension of close to 30%. Hybrid working is available, 3 days in the office, flexibility as needed. Access to modern offices, staff canteen, on-site gym and other amenities included 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 to , or call me now on 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. #
Jan 10, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Tax FTC Oxford Oxfordshire Your new company This top tier client is a large and complex business, UK-centric, but with a global reach. This organisation is a premier establishment and would be a fabulous experience for any tax professional. The role is in an initial 6-month FTC, either day rate or salaried, with the opportunity to be considered for a permanent position if so desired. This Head of Tax role will be advisory-based, focussed on leadership of an established team, providing technical support across different areas of tax, with a strong expertise in indirect tax and partial exemptions. Your new role Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability, motivating staff and encouraging them to maximise their potential whilst maintaining team morale. Ensure that the tax function stays abreast of tax developments within the sector, and develops relationships and contacts Ensure that the tax strategy covering the tax affairs of the parent and its subsidiaries remains appropriate and is agreed by the Finance Committee Undertake early-stage tax planning on a range of projects initiated across the University, providing input and advice to senior managers on tax, risk and compliance issues Initiate new proposals as needed to optimise the tax liabilities, or to reduce tax risk, wherever possible; manage the all-tax risk register Advise on the setting up of new joint ventures and new legal entities, both in the UK and overseas Responsible for ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations in the UK and internationally; promoting compliance internally and identifying areas of weakness, proposing solutions to strengthen controls and implementing them; developing a bespoke training programme for departments; advising on international employment taxes Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and subsidiary boards, ensuring tax compliance and supporting the completion of the Senior Accounting Officer return. Proactively engage with HMRC to ensure the Group is compliant, own the relationship with HMRC and any other relevant tax authorities; Develop good working relationships with HMRC to ensure there is a smooth, effective and productive relationship. Responsibility for VAT returns (including partial exemption calculations, Capital Goods Scheme calculations, Intrastat, EC Sales Listings); Oversee the completion of the Groups' Corporation tax returns, and other tax returns Oversee the administration of international payrolls Engage with departments to ensure internal controls are adequate and promote tax compliance across all business processes and systems, including liaising with departments to collate data for the submission of the EU and rest of the world VAT returns. Strengthen tax reporting to monitor tax liabilities, compliance and risk, and to ensure that executive management is kept informed Promote awareness and understanding of tax issues across senior management and their representatives, creating close and collaborative relationships to ensure significant issues or opportunities are identified and acted on at the inception of a research, building or overseas development. Develop a wide network across the multiple professional disciplines to understand and enable early interventions into projects, proposals and business plans where there are tax implications. Develop and deliver training, training materials, and communications to promote awareness of tax issues at all levels across the Group What you'll need to succeed You will be a tax professional, ACA, CTA or ATT qualified. Demonstrable indirect tax experience with in-depth knowledge of partial exemptions will be required. You will have the ability to work in complex business models, build relationships across the Group's divisions and subsidiaries and advise on a variety of tax issues. You will have previous experience of managing a high-performing team. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £100,000 PAYE or £650 per day. Benefits include 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a pension of close to 30%. Hybrid working is available, 3 days in the office, flexibility as needed. Access to modern offices, staff canteen, on-site gym and other amenities included 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 to , or call me now on 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. #
Senior Project Manager - Housing Capital Works Senior Project Manager - Housing Capital Works Salary: £65,000-£75,000 Contract: 12 months FTC with the potential to extend Location: Hybrid (London-based) Are you an experienced construction professional with a track record of delivering complex capital works projects? We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of housing and built environment programmes for a major public sector organisation. What you'll do: Manage multiple refurbishment and capital works projects, with values up to £15M. Oversee feasibility, tendering, and on-site delivery, ensuring compliance with building standards and legislation. Advise on procurement strategies and contract administration. Monitor budgets, risk, and performance across integrated project teams. Liaise with senior stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful outcomes. What we're looking for: Proven experience in construction project management within local authority or consultancy environments. Strong knowledge of housing capital projects, M&E upgrades, and compliance requirements. Chartered status (RICS/CIOB) or equivalent experience preferred. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in MS Office, Project, and Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact on high-profile housing and regeneration projects, working with a collaborative team on a hybrid basis.Interested? Apply today or contact us to discuss further. #
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager - Housing Capital Works Senior Project Manager - Housing Capital Works Salary: £65,000-£75,000 Contract: 12 months FTC with the potential to extend Location: Hybrid (London-based) Are you an experienced construction professional with a track record of delivering complex capital works projects? We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of housing and built environment programmes for a major public sector organisation. What you'll do: Manage multiple refurbishment and capital works projects, with values up to £15M. Oversee feasibility, tendering, and on-site delivery, ensuring compliance with building standards and legislation. Advise on procurement strategies and contract administration. Monitor budgets, risk, and performance across integrated project teams. Liaise with senior stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful outcomes. What we're looking for: Proven experience in construction project management within local authority or consultancy environments. Strong knowledge of housing capital projects, M&E upgrades, and compliance requirements. Chartered status (RICS/CIOB) or equivalent experience preferred. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in MS Office, Project, and Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact on high-profile housing and regeneration projects, working with a collaborative team on a hybrid basis.Interested? Apply today or contact us to discuss further. #
Junior Executive Assistant / Operations Support Contract: 12-month FTC (February 2026 - February 2027) Location: Monument, London Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (fully office-based, minor flexibility for appointments) Salary: 29,000 - 39,000 (targeting around 34,000) About the Company: A small, dynamic start-up with 16 employees operating across multiple entities within mortgages and insurance. The business facilitates 100% mortgages and provides insurance solutions. The mortgage arm is revenue-generating and works with approximately 20 vendors, while the insurance division is currently in its foundational stage, preparing for future growth. Role Overview: This is a 12-month maternity cover position starting mid-February. The role supports the COO and wider leadership team with operational and administrative tasks during a period of transition and growth. While some responsibilities will remain with the current Operations Manager during KIT days, this role is critical for maintaining smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities: Provide administrative and project support to the COO, including data migration tasks. Manage executive communications: scheduling meetings, sending agendas, email follow-ups, and reminders. Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and minutes for monthly and quarterly meetings. Liaise with the legal team to transcribe and review minutes using provided templates. Oversee general office management, including stock control and landlord liaison. Assist with organising company events and office incentives. Handle HR administration tasks such as policy updates and annual leave requests. Support the team of 16 across multiple entities, addressing operational needs arising from recent restructuring. Limited involvement with the insurance division, primarily for board meetings. Adapt to a fast-paced, reactive environment where priorities may shift daily. Work closely with the COO while managing own workload independently. Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience in a start-up or similar fast-paced environment. Highly proactive and capable of self-management. Strong attention to detail, comfortable with technical and legal terminology. Quick learner with resilience to changing priorities and imperfect processes. Proficient in SharePoint and Excel. Comfortable working independently and driving tasks forward. Adaptable and not easily overwhelmed by external pressures. Team Culture: The environment is collaborative and hands-on, requiring flexibility and initiative. You'll work closely with senior leadership who value pragmatism and efficiency. The role will evolve over time, so adaptability is key. Interview Process: Preferred: In-office interview with senior leadership. May include one or two stakeholders depending on availability. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Junior Executive Assistant / Operations Support Contract: 12-month FTC (February 2026 - February 2027) Location: Monument, London Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (fully office-based, minor flexibility for appointments) Salary: 29,000 - 39,000 (targeting around 34,000) About the Company: A small, dynamic start-up with 16 employees operating across multiple entities within mortgages and insurance. The business facilitates 100% mortgages and provides insurance solutions. The mortgage arm is revenue-generating and works with approximately 20 vendors, while the insurance division is currently in its foundational stage, preparing for future growth. Role Overview: This is a 12-month maternity cover position starting mid-February. The role supports the COO and wider leadership team with operational and administrative tasks during a period of transition and growth. While some responsibilities will remain with the current Operations Manager during KIT days, this role is critical for maintaining smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities: Provide administrative and project support to the COO, including data migration tasks. Manage executive communications: scheduling meetings, sending agendas, email follow-ups, and reminders. Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and minutes for monthly and quarterly meetings. Liaise with the legal team to transcribe and review minutes using provided templates. Oversee general office management, including stock control and landlord liaison. Assist with organising company events and office incentives. Handle HR administration tasks such as policy updates and annual leave requests. Support the team of 16 across multiple entities, addressing operational needs arising from recent restructuring. Limited involvement with the insurance division, primarily for board meetings. Adapt to a fast-paced, reactive environment where priorities may shift daily. Work closely with the COO while managing own workload independently. Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience in a start-up or similar fast-paced environment. Highly proactive and capable of self-management. Strong attention to detail, comfortable with technical and legal terminology. Quick learner with resilience to changing priorities and imperfect processes. Proficient in SharePoint and Excel. Comfortable working independently and driving tasks forward. Adaptable and not easily overwhelmed by external pressures. Team Culture: The environment is collaborative and hands-on, requiring flexibility and initiative. You'll work closely with senior leadership who value pragmatism and efficiency. The role will evolve over time, so adaptability is key. Interview Process: Preferred: In-office interview with senior leadership. May include one or two stakeholders depending on availability. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
18-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Full Time, 37.5 hours per week About the Role Our client are passionate about removing inefficiencies and giving our team the tools they need to be the best. They have started a journey to improve one of our core system Site Information Management Systems (SIMS) and are looking for a talented Project Manager to join their dynamic team and work with the business to make the development programme a success. They are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Project Manager to join our Business IT team as part of the SIMS programme, working alongside a Programme Manager, Business Analysts and Solutions Architects. The Project Manager will play a crucial role in driving the activity required to re-develop their SIMS platform by developing and managing project plans, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and working in an agile manner to achieve key business objectives. This role involves deep engagement with stakeholders at all levels, active dependency and resource management, and the ability to influence business decisions. Understanding the context of the SIMS platform; you will drive new and potentially disruptive approaches to performing business activities. You will lead project teams to successfully develop and deliver key components in the SIMS platform, ensuring critical technological and business dependencies are considered and play a key role in transforming these to development activity. The role is hybrid, working from home mostly but coming into one of their offices/sites (locations include Warrington, Coventry, Solihull, Tamworth and Wakefield) as and when your project requires you to, for project workshops and team meetings etc. About You They are looking for a Project Manager with credible experience and a proven track record of delivering in projects as part of a programme, from small-scale process changes to large, complex technical initiatives including system and data improvements. You need to have solid experience in managing relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders as well as leading a project team, ensuring clear and effective communication and reporting between Projects and Programme, Internal Stakeholders, IT and 3rd party vendors. You need to be adept at identifying risks and dependencies in a fast-moving environment, managing multiple projects through associated budget and resource constraints and drive quality standards throughout the project team. A project management qualification (e.g., APM Practitioner, PRINCE2 etc.) is required. A certification in Agile Project Management or previous experience of delivering in an Agile environment is an advantage. Benefits They strive to support our colleagues to achieve a healthy work-life balance. They understand that many of our people have family and personal responsibilities and so we are committed to providing that support. Pension Scheme matched up to 6%; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and rising to 30 days after 8 years' service and the holiday plus scheme; Private Healthcare Cover; Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary; Recognition for professional qualification/membership achieved up to £1000; Mental Wellbeing and Employee Supports; Company car/car allowance (where applicable); People Portal for high street discounts; Long Service Wards; Sharesave Plan; Incentive Scheme; Enhanced Family leave and more! About Us Our client provides national construction and infrastructure services to private and public sector customers across a comprehensive range of markets. They aim to create great results for their customers, partners and ourselves. Their Leadership are focused on building a sustainable and profitable business unit based on selective, relationship-based business driven by outstanding people who are motivated by delivering an exceptional customer experience. Relationships with their customers and supply chain partners drives our business strategy. They have a balanced approach to securing new work, engaging with customers and frameworks that offer the opportunity for long-term relationships and repeat business. Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application. Our client encourages diversity of people and thought, and embrace peoples' differences. Everyone is unique and they value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to their work, their team, and the wider business. They are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. They actively promote an inclusive culture where you can be yourself at work. It's this approach they believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative, and rewarding environment. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. They are also an Investors in People company.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
18-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Full Time, 37.5 hours per week About the Role Our client are passionate about removing inefficiencies and giving our team the tools they need to be the best. They have started a journey to improve one of our core system Site Information Management Systems (SIMS) and are looking for a talented Project Manager to join their dynamic team and work with the business to make the development programme a success. They are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Project Manager to join our Business IT team as part of the SIMS programme, working alongside a Programme Manager, Business Analysts and Solutions Architects. The Project Manager will play a crucial role in driving the activity required to re-develop their SIMS platform by developing and managing project plans, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and working in an agile manner to achieve key business objectives. This role involves deep engagement with stakeholders at all levels, active dependency and resource management, and the ability to influence business decisions. Understanding the context of the SIMS platform; you will drive new and potentially disruptive approaches to performing business activities. You will lead project teams to successfully develop and deliver key components in the SIMS platform, ensuring critical technological and business dependencies are considered and play a key role in transforming these to development activity. The role is hybrid, working from home mostly but coming into one of their offices/sites (locations include Warrington, Coventry, Solihull, Tamworth and Wakefield) as and when your project requires you to, for project workshops and team meetings etc. About You They are looking for a Project Manager with credible experience and a proven track record of delivering in projects as part of a programme, from small-scale process changes to large, complex technical initiatives including system and data improvements. You need to have solid experience in managing relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders as well as leading a project team, ensuring clear and effective communication and reporting between Projects and Programme, Internal Stakeholders, IT and 3rd party vendors. You need to be adept at identifying risks and dependencies in a fast-moving environment, managing multiple projects through associated budget and resource constraints and drive quality standards throughout the project team. A project management qualification (e.g., APM Practitioner, PRINCE2 etc.) is required. A certification in Agile Project Management or previous experience of delivering in an Agile environment is an advantage. Benefits They strive to support our colleagues to achieve a healthy work-life balance. They understand that many of our people have family and personal responsibilities and so we are committed to providing that support. Pension Scheme matched up to 6%; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and rising to 30 days after 8 years' service and the holiday plus scheme; Private Healthcare Cover; Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary; Recognition for professional qualification/membership achieved up to £1000; Mental Wellbeing and Employee Supports; Company car/car allowance (where applicable); People Portal for high street discounts; Long Service Wards; Sharesave Plan; Incentive Scheme; Enhanced Family leave and more! About Us Our client provides national construction and infrastructure services to private and public sector customers across a comprehensive range of markets. They aim to create great results for their customers, partners and ourselves. Their Leadership are focused on building a sustainable and profitable business unit based on selective, relationship-based business driven by outstanding people who are motivated by delivering an exceptional customer experience. Relationships with their customers and supply chain partners drives our business strategy. They have a balanced approach to securing new work, engaging with customers and frameworks that offer the opportunity for long-term relationships and repeat business. Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application. Our client encourages diversity of people and thought, and embrace peoples' differences. Everyone is unique and they value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to their work, their team, and the wider business. They are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. They actively promote an inclusive culture where you can be yourself at work. It's this approach they believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative, and rewarding environment. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. They are also an Investors in People company.
18-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Full Time , 37.5 hours per week About the Role Our client are passionate about removing inefficiencies and giving our team the tools they need to be the best. They have started a journey to improve one of our core system Site Information Management Systems (SIMS) and are looking for a talented Business Analyst to join their dynamic team and work with the business to make the development programme a success. They are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Business Analyst to join their Business IT team as part of the SIMS programme, working alongside programme/project managers, business co-ordinators and Solutions Architects. The Business Analyst will play a crucial role in shaping the business vision of their SIMS platform by leading complex analysis, developing robust solutions, and working in an agile manner to elicit business requirements. This role involves deep engagement with stakeholders at all levels, comprehensive analysis, and the ability to influence business decisions. Understanding the context of the SIMS platform; you will create new and potentially disruptive approaches to performing business activities. You'll develop models and diagrams to represent and communicate data/business requirements and play a key role in transforming these to development activity. The role is hybrid, working from home mostly but coming into one of the Morgan Sindall, or third-party, offices/sites (locations include Warrington, Coventry, Solihull, Tamworth and Wakefield) as and when your project requires you to, for project workshops and team meetings etc. About You Our client are looking for a Business Analyst with credible experience and a proven track record of delivering in projects as part of a programme, from business process level changes to system and data improvements. You need to have solid experience in managing relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders as well as working well as part of a project team, ensuring clear and effective communication between project managers, stakeholders, IT and 3rd party vendors. You need to be adept at identifying, analysing and documenting user stories and business acceptance criteria, using analytical and critical thinking abilities to dissect complex problems and propose appropriate solutions. Familiarity with project management practices and frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a must. A certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA), Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) and / or Process Improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma), or previous experience of working in an Agile environment is an advantage. Benefits They strive to support their colleagues to achieve a healthy work-life balance. They understand that many of our people have family and personal responsibilities and so we are committed to providing that support. Pension Scheme matched up to 6%; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and rising to 30 days after 8 years' service and the holiday plus scheme; Private Healthcare Cover; Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary; Recognition for professional qualification/membership achieved up to £1000; Mental Wellbeing and Employee Supports; Company car/car allowance (where applicable); People Portal for high street discounts; Long Service Wards; Sharesave Plan; Incentive Scheme; Enhanced Family leave and more! About our client: Our client provides national construction and infrastructure services to private and public sector customers across a comprehensive range of markets. They aim to create great results for our customers, partners and ourselves. Their Leadership are focused on building a sustainable and profitable business unit based on selective, relationship-based business driven by outstanding people who are motivated by delivering an exceptional customer experience. Relationships with our customers and supply chain partners drives their business strategy. They have a balanced approach to securing new work, engaging with customers and frameworks that offer the opportunity for long-term relationships and repeat business. Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application. Our client encourages diversity of people and thought, and they embrace peoples' differences. Everyone is unique and we value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to their work, their team, and the wider business. They are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. They actively promote an inclusive culture where you can be yourself at work. It's this approach we believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative, and rewarding environment. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. They are also an Investors in People company.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
18-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Full Time , 37.5 hours per week About the Role Our client are passionate about removing inefficiencies and giving our team the tools they need to be the best. They have started a journey to improve one of our core system Site Information Management Systems (SIMS) and are looking for a talented Business Analyst to join their dynamic team and work with the business to make the development programme a success. They are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Business Analyst to join their Business IT team as part of the SIMS programme, working alongside programme/project managers, business co-ordinators and Solutions Architects. The Business Analyst will play a crucial role in shaping the business vision of their SIMS platform by leading complex analysis, developing robust solutions, and working in an agile manner to elicit business requirements. This role involves deep engagement with stakeholders at all levels, comprehensive analysis, and the ability to influence business decisions. Understanding the context of the SIMS platform; you will create new and potentially disruptive approaches to performing business activities. You'll develop models and diagrams to represent and communicate data/business requirements and play a key role in transforming these to development activity. The role is hybrid, working from home mostly but coming into one of the Morgan Sindall, or third-party, offices/sites (locations include Warrington, Coventry, Solihull, Tamworth and Wakefield) as and when your project requires you to, for project workshops and team meetings etc. About You Our client are looking for a Business Analyst with credible experience and a proven track record of delivering in projects as part of a programme, from business process level changes to system and data improvements. You need to have solid experience in managing relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders as well as working well as part of a project team, ensuring clear and effective communication between project managers, stakeholders, IT and 3rd party vendors. You need to be adept at identifying, analysing and documenting user stories and business acceptance criteria, using analytical and critical thinking abilities to dissect complex problems and propose appropriate solutions. Familiarity with project management practices and frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a must. A certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA), Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) and / or Process Improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma), or previous experience of working in an Agile environment is an advantage. Benefits They strive to support their colleagues to achieve a healthy work-life balance. They understand that many of our people have family and personal responsibilities and so we are committed to providing that support. Pension Scheme matched up to 6%; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and rising to 30 days after 8 years' service and the holiday plus scheme; Private Healthcare Cover; Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary; Recognition for professional qualification/membership achieved up to £1000; Mental Wellbeing and Employee Supports; Company car/car allowance (where applicable); People Portal for high street discounts; Long Service Wards; Sharesave Plan; Incentive Scheme; Enhanced Family leave and more! About our client: Our client provides national construction and infrastructure services to private and public sector customers across a comprehensive range of markets. They aim to create great results for our customers, partners and ourselves. Their Leadership are focused on building a sustainable and profitable business unit based on selective, relationship-based business driven by outstanding people who are motivated by delivering an exceptional customer experience. Relationships with our customers and supply chain partners drives their business strategy. They have a balanced approach to securing new work, engaging with customers and frameworks that offer the opportunity for long-term relationships and repeat business. Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application. Our client encourages diversity of people and thought, and they embrace peoples' differences. Everyone is unique and we value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to their work, their team, and the wider business. They are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. They actively promote an inclusive culture where you can be yourself at work. It's this approach we believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative, and rewarding environment. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. They are also an Investors in People company.
Team Leader - Scottish Widows 12 month FTC/Secondment page is loaded Team Leader - Scottish Widows 12 month FTC/Secondmentlocations: Edinburghtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 21, 2026 (14 days left to apply)job requisition id: 145597 End Date Monday 05 January 2026 Salary Range £39,825 - £44,250 Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary See details below Job Description JOB TITLE : Team Leader (Retirements) - Scottish Widows SALARY: £39,825 - £44,250 LOCATIONS : Edinburgh HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, in the office. This advertisement may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About the opportunity This role is based in our Retirements Team and we're currently looking for an enthusiastic and driven people leaders to join our team. We're looking for someone to further embed our strong culture of trusting colleagues to do the right thing for our customers.You'll promote and lead initiatives to enhance our ways of working and support everyone to bring their best self to work every single day.You'll lead, support and encourage the team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve high standards of accuracy, whilst also supporting the Senior Leadership Team and being pro-active in identify risks and resolving issues.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, versatile and bold individual to take a pivotal role in the success of this team. It is a varied and exciting role that involves managing resources, performance and colleague wellbeing, whilst supporting in shaping the future course of our operation.With a focus on measuring what is really important to customers through end to end customer journeys, our operations are transforming in order to support the Insurance, Pensions and Investments business to meet the ever changing needs of our customers every day. Why Lloyds Banking Group We're on an exciting journey and there couldn't be a better time to join us. The investments we're making in our people, data, and technology are leading to innovative projects, fresh possibilities, and countless new ways for our people to work, learn, and thrive What you'll need The skills to lead, coach and role model a blended Customer Service Telephony and Administration team, whilst showcasing personal development and championing the group values.You'll have the ability to identify improvement opportunities for existing processes, systems and procedures to improve customer experience whilst embracing curiosity and innovation to simplify the way we do things.You'll take ownership of risk by proactively identifying and promptly call out opportunities to improve our control environment to ensure all customers receive fair outcomes.You'll create an engaging environment and positively influence our culture by seeking feedback and recognising colleagues for their contribution. About working for us Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we're committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: • A generous pension contribution of up to 15%• An annual performance-related bonus• Share schemes including free shares• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping• 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policiesJoin our journey!This role is considered Certified under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime as either requiring mandatory qualifications or being deemed as a role capable of providing 'significant harm' to customers. Due to this, successful candidates will be subject to enhanced levels of vetting, and required to complete a fitness and propriety attestation on commencement in role. Colleagues performing this role will be required to be complete a fitness and propriety attestation on an annual basis and will also be subject to additional routine criminal and credit checks As a certified colleague your details will be published on the FCA's Financial Services Register This role has been identified as a Functions requiring qualifications under SYSC 27.8.10R as defined in the FCA Handbook.(1) Each function involving an activity for which there is a qualification requirement as specified in TC App 1.1.1R (Activities and Products/Sectors to which TC applies) is an FCA certification function.(2) A person performs the FCA certification function in this rule even if: (a) the time period within which the person must have obtained the qualification requirement has not yet expired; or (b) the person is exempt from the qualification requirement. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. With 320 years under our belt, we're used to change, and today is no different. Join us and help drive this change, shaping the future of finance whilst working at pace to deliver for our customers.Here, you'll do the best work of your career. Your impact will be amplified by our scale as you learn and develop, gaining skills for the future.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Team Leader - Scottish Widows 12 month FTC/Secondment page is loaded Team Leader - Scottish Widows 12 month FTC/Secondmentlocations: Edinburghtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 21, 2026 (14 days left to apply)job requisition id: 145597 End Date Monday 05 January 2026 Salary Range £39,825 - £44,250 Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary See details below Job Description JOB TITLE : Team Leader (Retirements) - Scottish Widows SALARY: £39,825 - £44,250 LOCATIONS : Edinburgh HOURS: Full-time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, in the office. This advertisement may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. About the opportunity This role is based in our Retirements Team and we're currently looking for an enthusiastic and driven people leaders to join our team. We're looking for someone to further embed our strong culture of trusting colleagues to do the right thing for our customers.You'll promote and lead initiatives to enhance our ways of working and support everyone to bring their best self to work every single day.You'll lead, support and encourage the team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve high standards of accuracy, whilst also supporting the Senior Leadership Team and being pro-active in identify risks and resolving issues.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, versatile and bold individual to take a pivotal role in the success of this team. It is a varied and exciting role that involves managing resources, performance and colleague wellbeing, whilst supporting in shaping the future course of our operation.With a focus on measuring what is really important to customers through end to end customer journeys, our operations are transforming in order to support the Insurance, Pensions and Investments business to meet the ever changing needs of our customers every day. Why Lloyds Banking Group We're on an exciting journey and there couldn't be a better time to join us. The investments we're making in our people, data, and technology are leading to innovative projects, fresh possibilities, and countless new ways for our people to work, learn, and thrive What you'll need The skills to lead, coach and role model a blended Customer Service Telephony and Administration team, whilst showcasing personal development and championing the group values.You'll have the ability to identify improvement opportunities for existing processes, systems and procedures to improve customer experience whilst embracing curiosity and innovation to simplify the way we do things.You'll take ownership of risk by proactively identifying and promptly call out opportunities to improve our control environment to ensure all customers receive fair outcomes.You'll create an engaging environment and positively influence our culture by seeking feedback and recognising colleagues for their contribution. About working for us Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we're committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: • A generous pension contribution of up to 15%• An annual performance-related bonus• Share schemes including free shares• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping• 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policiesJoin our journey!This role is considered Certified under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime as either requiring mandatory qualifications or being deemed as a role capable of providing 'significant harm' to customers. Due to this, successful candidates will be subject to enhanced levels of vetting, and required to complete a fitness and propriety attestation on commencement in role. Colleagues performing this role will be required to be complete a fitness and propriety attestation on an annual basis and will also be subject to additional routine criminal and credit checks As a certified colleague your details will be published on the FCA's Financial Services Register This role has been identified as a Functions requiring qualifications under SYSC 27.8.10R as defined in the FCA Handbook.(1) Each function involving an activity for which there is a qualification requirement as specified in TC App 1.1.1R (Activities and Products/Sectors to which TC applies) is an FCA certification function.(2) A person performs the FCA certification function in this rule even if: (a) the time period within which the person must have obtained the qualification requirement has not yet expired; or (b) the person is exempt from the qualification requirement. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference. With 320 years under our belt, we're used to change, and today is no different. Join us and help drive this change, shaping the future of finance whilst working at pace to deliver for our customers.Here, you'll do the best work of your career. Your impact will be amplified by our scale as you learn and develop, gaining skills for the future.
Interim Finance Manager for a large construction business based near Birmingham Your new company A leading construction business with a national footprint and a reputation for delivering high-profile projects. Known for innovation, scale, and operational excellence, this organisation is looking for a skilled Finance Manager, FTC until March 2026 to support strategic decision-making and financial control. Your new role As Finance Manager, you'll be a key player in the finance team, responsible for driving financial insight and supporting commercial performance. You will be responsible for Cashflow Forecasting , managing short- and long-term cashflow to ensure liquidity and support investment decisions; B usiness Partnering, collaborating with project teams and senior stakeholders to provide financial guidance and challenge assumptions; Management Accounting , delivering accurate monthly reports, variance analysis, and performance commentary; Financial Analysis , interpreting complex data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence strategic direction. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you'll ideally hold a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). You will have proven experience in a similar finance role, ideally within construction or infrastructure. You will have strong analytical skills and commercial awareness, excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. You will have a proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will ideally have COINS and Anaplan experience. What you'll get in return The role offers a competitive salary and there may be an opportunity to extend the contract or take the role on a permanent basis. 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. #
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Interim Finance Manager for a large construction business based near Birmingham Your new company A leading construction business with a national footprint and a reputation for delivering high-profile projects. Known for innovation, scale, and operational excellence, this organisation is looking for a skilled Finance Manager, FTC until March 2026 to support strategic decision-making and financial control. Your new role As Finance Manager, you'll be a key player in the finance team, responsible for driving financial insight and supporting commercial performance. You will be responsible for Cashflow Forecasting , managing short- and long-term cashflow to ensure liquidity and support investment decisions; B usiness Partnering, collaborating with project teams and senior stakeholders to provide financial guidance and challenge assumptions; Management Accounting , delivering accurate monthly reports, variance analysis, and performance commentary; Financial Analysis , interpreting complex data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence strategic direction. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you'll ideally hold a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). You will have proven experience in a similar finance role, ideally within construction or infrastructure. You will have strong analytical skills and commercial awareness, excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. You will have a proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will ideally have COINS and Anaplan experience. What you'll get in return The role offers a competitive salary and there may be an opportunity to extend the contract or take the role on a permanent basis. 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. #
Fixed Term Contract: 12 months - 24 months Government Security Clearance: to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of government security clearance. Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in the defence sector? We're seeking a Senior Defence Category Manager to play a key role in our Sustainable Procurement team. What you'll be doing In this strategic position, you will support the Head of Sustainable Procurement with strategic projects and planning including; defence, new facilities, and large-scale programmes. You will also be expected to deputise for the Head of Sustainable Procurement and act as advisor in relation to management decisions or other strategic matters involving the procurement department and processes. You'll manage and develop relationships with key category stakeholders and suppliers to maintain project outcomes and service delivery performance. This role requires a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, including familiarity with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. If you have a passion for sustainable procurement and the skills to drive organisational success, we want to hear from you. So, what are we looking for? Proven defence experience in a commercial / procurement role. Strong knowledge of public sector procurement processes, including PCR2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. MCIPS qualification or suitable equivalent. Excellent commercial skills, with the ability to analyse and negotiate best value agreements. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work strategically, manage complex categories, and drive continuous improvement in procurement practices. Closing Date: Sunday 11th January 2026 We retain the right to close the advertisement early depending on applications. What do we offer in return? Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future. We see your future in ours. Apply now.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Fixed Term Contract: 12 months - 24 months Government Security Clearance: to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of government security clearance. Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in the defence sector? We're seeking a Senior Defence Category Manager to play a key role in our Sustainable Procurement team. What you'll be doing In this strategic position, you will support the Head of Sustainable Procurement with strategic projects and planning including; defence, new facilities, and large-scale programmes. You will also be expected to deputise for the Head of Sustainable Procurement and act as advisor in relation to management decisions or other strategic matters involving the procurement department and processes. You'll manage and develop relationships with key category stakeholders and suppliers to maintain project outcomes and service delivery performance. This role requires a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, including familiarity with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. If you have a passion for sustainable procurement and the skills to drive organisational success, we want to hear from you. So, what are we looking for? Proven defence experience in a commercial / procurement role. Strong knowledge of public sector procurement processes, including PCR2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. MCIPS qualification or suitable equivalent. Excellent commercial skills, with the ability to analyse and negotiate best value agreements. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work strategically, manage complex categories, and drive continuous improvement in procurement practices. Closing Date: Sunday 11th January 2026 We retain the right to close the advertisement early depending on applications. What do we offer in return? Hybrid and flexible working as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future. We see your future in ours. Apply now.
Fantastic opportunity to work for a global brand providing administration support to a team of conference producers. You must have excellent organisational skills and be able to track project activity using a variety of databases and excel spreadsheets. Strong communication skills both written and verbal are essential in order to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 7 Month FTC January 2026 July 2026 Conference Administrator Benefits 28 days holiday pro rata, plus bank holidays Free parking As the Conference Administrator you will: Interface with high profile clients, senior attendees, speakers and other guests Build a filing system for speaker entries with set up of in-depth spreadsheet Formulation of communications milestones and activation to support the build of the full Theatres (there are two) schedule for airshow Arrange calls with stakeholders and teams Support of sponsors and their keynote and panel sessions Ensure all speakers are briefed and prepared before each session Support the Conference Producer in the event delivery of the two theatres The ideal Conference Administrator will have: Be an efficient data manager ideally with experience or project administration. Must have strong Excel skills and be able to operate complex spreadsheets for data management. Very strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects Must be well presented and confident in ability to speak with high profile professionals by telephone and in person during the course of the conference. Have the ability to work under pressure, remaining positive, objective and task focused. The position requires the person to work full time hours for the last 2 weeks of the contract in the run up to the Airshow and during the Airshow Week. Conference Administrator Hours of Work: 3 days per week, Tuesday to Thursday until the 8 July- 7.5 hours per day Validation Week- 13 to 19 July (Work 6 days bar the 18 July- 1 day off) Airshow Week- 20 to 24 July (Work 5 days) (8am to 5pm) Must be available from January July 2026. No Annual Leave 13th 24th July Thank you for your application however due to the high volume of candidates applying, if you have not heard back from us within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Fantastic opportunity to work for a global brand providing administration support to a team of conference producers. You must have excellent organisational skills and be able to track project activity using a variety of databases and excel spreadsheets. Strong communication skills both written and verbal are essential in order to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 7 Month FTC January 2026 July 2026 Conference Administrator Benefits 28 days holiday pro rata, plus bank holidays Free parking As the Conference Administrator you will: Interface with high profile clients, senior attendees, speakers and other guests Build a filing system for speaker entries with set up of in-depth spreadsheet Formulation of communications milestones and activation to support the build of the full Theatres (there are two) schedule for airshow Arrange calls with stakeholders and teams Support of sponsors and their keynote and panel sessions Ensure all speakers are briefed and prepared before each session Support the Conference Producer in the event delivery of the two theatres The ideal Conference Administrator will have: Be an efficient data manager ideally with experience or project administration. Must have strong Excel skills and be able to operate complex spreadsheets for data management. Very strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects Must be well presented and confident in ability to speak with high profile professionals by telephone and in person during the course of the conference. Have the ability to work under pressure, remaining positive, objective and task focused. The position requires the person to work full time hours for the last 2 weeks of the contract in the run up to the Airshow and during the Airshow Week. Conference Administrator Hours of Work: 3 days per week, Tuesday to Thursday until the 8 July- 7.5 hours per day Validation Week- 13 to 19 July (Work 6 days bar the 18 July- 1 day off) Airshow Week- 20 to 24 July (Work 5 days) (8am to 5pm) Must be available from January July 2026. No Annual Leave 13th 24th July Thank you for your application however due to the high volume of candidates applying, if you have not heard back from us within 5 days please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Title: Creative Arts or Play Therapist Part-Time FTC (20 Hours per week) x 2 Responsible To: Head of Service and Other Projects Location: Phoenix Youth works across the Northern and Western Trust so travel will be required. The post base can be decided upon appointment Belfast Hub - Albany House, 73-74 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AF OR Foyle Hub - 6th Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Foyle, BT48 7BH You will be expected to travel dependent on project need. Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 31 st October 2028 (20 Hours per week) Salary: £32,559 1.0 FTE pro rata per annum based on a 35 hour working week Working Pattern: Working days/pattern to be agreed. The post is based in Belfast or Foyle, travel in the Western and Northern Trust may be required in line with project needed. Expenses: Travel expenses to other work locations will be paid in accordance with our organisational expenses policy and procedure External Supervision: VSNI will cover the cost of monthly external clinical supervision fees subject to Senior managerial approval Access NI: This post may be subject to an Enhanced Access NI Check against the barred list for Children
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Title: Creative Arts or Play Therapist Part-Time FTC (20 Hours per week) x 2 Responsible To: Head of Service and Other Projects Location: Phoenix Youth works across the Northern and Western Trust so travel will be required. The post base can be decided upon appointment Belfast Hub - Albany House, 73-74 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AF OR Foyle Hub - 6th Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Foyle, BT48 7BH You will be expected to travel dependent on project need. Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 31 st October 2028 (20 Hours per week) Salary: £32,559 1.0 FTE pro rata per annum based on a 35 hour working week Working Pattern: Working days/pattern to be agreed. The post is based in Belfast or Foyle, travel in the Western and Northern Trust may be required in line with project needed. Expenses: Travel expenses to other work locations will be paid in accordance with our organisational expenses policy and procedure External Supervision: VSNI will cover the cost of monthly external clinical supervision fees subject to Senior managerial approval Access NI: This post may be subject to an Enhanced Access NI Check against the barred list for Children
Title: Creative Arts or Play Therapist Part-Time FTC (20 Hours per week) x 2 Responsible To: Head of Service and Other Projects Location: Phoenix Youth works across the Northern and Western Trust so travel will be required. The post base can be decided upon appointment Belfast Hub - Albany House, 73-74 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AF OR Foyle Hub - 6th Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Foyle, BT48 7BH You will be expected to travel dependent on project need. Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 31 st October 2028 (20 Hours per week) Salary: £32,559 1.0 FTE pro rata per annum based on a 35 hour working week Working Pattern: Working days/pattern to be agreed. The post is based in Belfast or Foyle, travel in the Western and Northern Trust may be required in line with project needed. Expenses: Travel expenses to other work locations will be paid in accordance with our organisational expenses policy and procedure External Supervision: VSNI will cover the cost of monthly external clinical supervision fees subject to Senior managerial approval Access NI: This post may be subject to an Enhanced Access NI Check against the barred list for Children
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Title: Creative Arts or Play Therapist Part-Time FTC (20 Hours per week) x 2 Responsible To: Head of Service and Other Projects Location: Phoenix Youth works across the Northern and Western Trust so travel will be required. The post base can be decided upon appointment Belfast Hub - Albany House, 73-74 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AF OR Foyle Hub - 6th Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Foyle, BT48 7BH You will be expected to travel dependent on project need. Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 31 st October 2028 (20 Hours per week) Salary: £32,559 1.0 FTE pro rata per annum based on a 35 hour working week Working Pattern: Working days/pattern to be agreed. The post is based in Belfast or Foyle, travel in the Western and Northern Trust may be required in line with project needed. Expenses: Travel expenses to other work locations will be paid in accordance with our organisational expenses policy and procedure External Supervision: VSNI will cover the cost of monthly external clinical supervision fees subject to Senior managerial approval Access NI: This post may be subject to an Enhanced Access NI Check against the barred list for Children
An Organisational Development Practitioner role supporting a values-led university to design, deliver and evaluate OD, change and leadership initiatives. Working with senior leaders and HR, the role focuses on culture change, leadership development, inclusion, employee engagement and workforce capability, using data and evidence-based OD to improve organisational effectiveness. Client Details This is a fantastic opportunity for an OD professional who enjoys working at both strategic and operational level, partnering with leaders to deliver evidence-based OD interventions that strengthen capability, culture and engagement across a complex organisation. Reporting to the Deputy Director of OD, Talent and Culture, you'll play a key role in designing, delivering and evaluating OD initiatives aligned to a long-term People and Culture Strategy. You'll work closely with senior leaders, managers and HR colleagues to support change, leadership development, inclusion and organisational effectiveness. Description Support delivery of the OD strategy and annual OD plan Diagnose organisational needs and co-design targeted OD and change interventions Deliver culture change, team development and leadership development programmes Use data and diagnostics (staff survey, HR metrics, EDI data) to inform priorities and measure impact Design and facilitate inclusive learning interventions using blended, digital and face-to-face approaches Support talent management, succession planning and workforce capability initiatives Provide coaching and consultancy support to leaders and managers Embed EDI principles across all OD activity and contribute to equality charter commitments Manage multiple OD and change projects, producing clear reporting and evidence of impact Profile You'll be an experienced OD or change professional with a strong grounding in OD theory and practical delivery, ideally within a complex or values-driven environment. Essential: Degree or equivalent professional experience CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent OD qualification Proven experience delivering OD, change, culture or leadership development initiatives Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience using data and evidence to shape OD activity Strong understanding of EDI principles and inclusive practice Desirable: Coaching qualification or coaching experience Experience in higher education, public sector or similar complex organisations Experience with digital learning tools and virtual facilitation Experience evaluating OD or learning interventions Job Offer Salary of up to 58,266 Hybrid working with 2 days on site in Wolverhampton Generous annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme, health & well-being support and employee discounts Access to learning, development and leadership programmes within a values-led organisation
Jan 06, 2026
Contractor
An Organisational Development Practitioner role supporting a values-led university to design, deliver and evaluate OD, change and leadership initiatives. Working with senior leaders and HR, the role focuses on culture change, leadership development, inclusion, employee engagement and workforce capability, using data and evidence-based OD to improve organisational effectiveness. Client Details This is a fantastic opportunity for an OD professional who enjoys working at both strategic and operational level, partnering with leaders to deliver evidence-based OD interventions that strengthen capability, culture and engagement across a complex organisation. Reporting to the Deputy Director of OD, Talent and Culture, you'll play a key role in designing, delivering and evaluating OD initiatives aligned to a long-term People and Culture Strategy. You'll work closely with senior leaders, managers and HR colleagues to support change, leadership development, inclusion and organisational effectiveness. Description Support delivery of the OD strategy and annual OD plan Diagnose organisational needs and co-design targeted OD and change interventions Deliver culture change, team development and leadership development programmes Use data and diagnostics (staff survey, HR metrics, EDI data) to inform priorities and measure impact Design and facilitate inclusive learning interventions using blended, digital and face-to-face approaches Support talent management, succession planning and workforce capability initiatives Provide coaching and consultancy support to leaders and managers Embed EDI principles across all OD activity and contribute to equality charter commitments Manage multiple OD and change projects, producing clear reporting and evidence of impact Profile You'll be an experienced OD or change professional with a strong grounding in OD theory and practical delivery, ideally within a complex or values-driven environment. Essential: Degree or equivalent professional experience CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent OD qualification Proven experience delivering OD, change, culture or leadership development initiatives Confident facilitator with strong stakeholder engagement skills Experience using data and evidence to shape OD activity Strong understanding of EDI principles and inclusive practice Desirable: Coaching qualification or coaching experience Experience in higher education, public sector or similar complex organisations Experience with digital learning tools and virtual facilitation Experience evaluating OD or learning interventions Job Offer Salary of up to 58,266 Hybrid working with 2 days on site in Wolverhampton Generous annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme, health & well-being support and employee discounts Access to learning, development and leadership programmes within a values-led organisation
Senior Analyst, Client Service, EMEA Client Team (12 month FTC) page is loaded Senior Analyst, Client Service, EMEA Client Team (12 month FTC)locations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-03816# Business Unit:EMEA# Job Description: Role Summary The Client Service Team supports clients through their whole life cycle with Russell Investments. This ranges from helping to win new business, to providing first class support to clients and intermediaries either directly or via the EMEA Relationship Managers to retain their business.The role supports clients through their whole life cycle with Russell Investments and key duties include: Helping to win and onboard new business. Providing first class support to clients and intermediaries either directly or via the EMEA offices in order to retain their business. Co-ordinating the onboarding and ongoing support of EMEA FM and OCIO clients, escalating and managing situations to ensure an efficient process. Assisting Russell Investments' platform service clients on a broad range of fund administration-related issues to retain and expand client relationships. Leading regular meetings, preparing presentations and ensuring queries are responded to in an accurate and timely manner. Compiling, checking and distributing both ad-hoc and regular client reporting and audit requests. Assisting with the oversight and distribution of client reporting and audit requests, providing support and guidance as appropriate. Liaising effectively with relevant internal business departments to respond to queries accurately and in a timely manner. Leading and participating in complex projects to implement new regulatory and product changes. Ensuring there is a consistent focus on enhancing process and updating procedures.The position supports our Fiduciary Management and OCIO clients as well as our Asset Management clients (Institutional and Retail) in the EMEA region.This is a 12-month fixed term contract role. The responsibilities of the individual in this position include: Client Onboarding Leading and participating in onboarding projects for the onboarding of new clients and distribution relationships as required, providing a central point of contact for the client and the business. Ensuring clear communication with relevant parties and making certain all documentation is received for account set up (including AML). Making sure there is an awareness of prospects, new clients, and investors, working with the EMEA Sales and Relationship Teams where required to ensure that the Client Service Team can meet their ongoing requirements in a structured and scalable manner.Client Retention Supporting the Relationship Managers in promoting RI products and services and ensuring we are the preferred service provider. Co-ordinating and participating in the daily processes for FM/OCIO clients, including the processing of cashflow and investment instructions. Supporting the creation and delivery of periodic reports and audit requests for existing clients, ensuring both accuracy and timeliness. Assisting in the management of the team inbox, ensuring both internal and external queries are responded to in an efficient and timely manner. Providing support to team members as needed.Platform Support Building strong relationships with existing platforms maximising retention. Overseeing servicing, pre-empting/resolving issues and escalating business risks where required. Ensuring service deliverables are met. Ensuring sustained knowledge of Russell Investments' business and capabilities, as well as Irish/European regulation and compliance issues. Logging all calls, pertinent emails and meetings in Client Relationship Management system (CRM). Completing meeting notes for each client touch pointInternal Business Support Contributing to the development and improvement of processes that support client requirements across EMEA GTM. Leading and participating in projects that support new business initiatives, regulatory and product changes. Assisting in the management of the Client Service Team relationship with external service providers, controlling issues through to resolution and identifying trends. The successful candidate will have extensive demonstrable skills and experiences including the following: Undergraduate Degree or equivalent experience / qualification. Candidates who are studying, or intending to study for IMC or CFA (or other finance related professional qualifications) will be preferred. Previous experience carrying out a similar role within a financial services/investment organisation. Experience of working with a broad range of clients, including institutional clients and distribution relationships in the EMEA Region. Working knowledge of the asset management industry and investment products, including funds. Proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred. Excellent administrative, problem solving, project managing and decision-making skills.
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Analyst, Client Service, EMEA Client Team (12 month FTC) page is loaded Senior Analyst, Client Service, EMEA Client Team (12 month FTC)locations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-03816# Business Unit:EMEA# Job Description: Role Summary The Client Service Team supports clients through their whole life cycle with Russell Investments. This ranges from helping to win new business, to providing first class support to clients and intermediaries either directly or via the EMEA Relationship Managers to retain their business.The role supports clients through their whole life cycle with Russell Investments and key duties include: Helping to win and onboard new business. Providing first class support to clients and intermediaries either directly or via the EMEA offices in order to retain their business. Co-ordinating the onboarding and ongoing support of EMEA FM and OCIO clients, escalating and managing situations to ensure an efficient process. Assisting Russell Investments' platform service clients on a broad range of fund administration-related issues to retain and expand client relationships. Leading regular meetings, preparing presentations and ensuring queries are responded to in an accurate and timely manner. Compiling, checking and distributing both ad-hoc and regular client reporting and audit requests. Assisting with the oversight and distribution of client reporting and audit requests, providing support and guidance as appropriate. Liaising effectively with relevant internal business departments to respond to queries accurately and in a timely manner. Leading and participating in complex projects to implement new regulatory and product changes. Ensuring there is a consistent focus on enhancing process and updating procedures.The position supports our Fiduciary Management and OCIO clients as well as our Asset Management clients (Institutional and Retail) in the EMEA region.This is a 12-month fixed term contract role. The responsibilities of the individual in this position include: Client Onboarding Leading and participating in onboarding projects for the onboarding of new clients and distribution relationships as required, providing a central point of contact for the client and the business. Ensuring clear communication with relevant parties and making certain all documentation is received for account set up (including AML). Making sure there is an awareness of prospects, new clients, and investors, working with the EMEA Sales and Relationship Teams where required to ensure that the Client Service Team can meet their ongoing requirements in a structured and scalable manner.Client Retention Supporting the Relationship Managers in promoting RI products and services and ensuring we are the preferred service provider. Co-ordinating and participating in the daily processes for FM/OCIO clients, including the processing of cashflow and investment instructions. Supporting the creation and delivery of periodic reports and audit requests for existing clients, ensuring both accuracy and timeliness. Assisting in the management of the team inbox, ensuring both internal and external queries are responded to in an efficient and timely manner. Providing support to team members as needed.Platform Support Building strong relationships with existing platforms maximising retention. Overseeing servicing, pre-empting/resolving issues and escalating business risks where required. Ensuring service deliverables are met. Ensuring sustained knowledge of Russell Investments' business and capabilities, as well as Irish/European regulation and compliance issues. Logging all calls, pertinent emails and meetings in Client Relationship Management system (CRM). Completing meeting notes for each client touch pointInternal Business Support Contributing to the development and improvement of processes that support client requirements across EMEA GTM. Leading and participating in projects that support new business initiatives, regulatory and product changes. Assisting in the management of the Client Service Team relationship with external service providers, controlling issues through to resolution and identifying trends. The successful candidate will have extensive demonstrable skills and experiences including the following: Undergraduate Degree or equivalent experience / qualification. Candidates who are studying, or intending to study for IMC or CFA (or other finance related professional qualifications) will be preferred. Previous experience carrying out a similar role within a financial services/investment organisation. Experience of working with a broad range of clients, including institutional clients and distribution relationships in the EMEA Region. Working knowledge of the asset management industry and investment products, including funds. Proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred. Excellent administrative, problem solving, project managing and decision-making skills.
Title: Senior Brand Manager (12 Month FTC) Salary: 60K Location: Cambridgeshire Work Pattern: Hybrid We're partnering with a leading food & drink manufacturer who are making exciting changes in the retailer market. As part of their expanding marketing team, they're looking for a Senior Brand Manager to re-launch a flagship product and drive growth in the fast-moving protein drinks category. This is a high-profile role where you'll shape strategy, own execution, and be the face of the brand with retailers. You won't be doing it in isolation either. This is a business that thrives on collaboration, with a supportive team that works cross-functionally to make things happen. Add to that a category that's evolving quickly and a company making bold moves in the retailer market - you've got the perfect platform to bring fresh thinking and leave your mark. Key responsibilities: Lead the brand re-launch, including brand positioning, comms and channel strategy. Grow the product range through consumer-led campaigns and innovation. Own the 12-18 month brand plan, delivering against KPIs with full budget accountability. Build a 24-month innovation pipeline, grounded in insight and category drivers. Act as the face of the brand with retailers - presenting brand plans, innovation opportunities and performance updates. Deliver integrated campaigns across PR, digital, shopper and experiential channels. Candidate criteria: Proven experience in brand management within food or drink. Track record of successful product launches or re-launches. Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making. Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - owning projects end to end. A collaborative style and proactive approach. What's on offer: A chance to own the full brand journey for a household name. 60K - hybrid working A team of genuine, down to earth, 'go-getters' to work alongside. A business with momentum - and the opportunity to make your mark. Interested? Apply below! If shortlisted, Jordan from MorePeople will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Title: Senior Brand Manager (12 Month FTC) Salary: 60K Location: Cambridgeshire Work Pattern: Hybrid We're partnering with a leading food & drink manufacturer who are making exciting changes in the retailer market. As part of their expanding marketing team, they're looking for a Senior Brand Manager to re-launch a flagship product and drive growth in the fast-moving protein drinks category. This is a high-profile role where you'll shape strategy, own execution, and be the face of the brand with retailers. You won't be doing it in isolation either. This is a business that thrives on collaboration, with a supportive team that works cross-functionally to make things happen. Add to that a category that's evolving quickly and a company making bold moves in the retailer market - you've got the perfect platform to bring fresh thinking and leave your mark. Key responsibilities: Lead the brand re-launch, including brand positioning, comms and channel strategy. Grow the product range through consumer-led campaigns and innovation. Own the 12-18 month brand plan, delivering against KPIs with full budget accountability. Build a 24-month innovation pipeline, grounded in insight and category drivers. Act as the face of the brand with retailers - presenting brand plans, innovation opportunities and performance updates. Deliver integrated campaigns across PR, digital, shopper and experiential channels. Candidate criteria: Proven experience in brand management within food or drink. Track record of successful product launches or re-launches. Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision making. Comfortable being both strategic and hands-on - owning projects end to end. A collaborative style and proactive approach. What's on offer: A chance to own the full brand journey for a household name. 60K - hybrid working A team of genuine, down to earth, 'go-getters' to work alongside. A business with momentum - and the opportunity to make your mark. Interested? Apply below! If shortlisted, Jordan from MorePeople will be in touch to discuss your application further.
HR Business Partner 6 Month FTC Truro / TR1 Cooper Lomaz are currently recruiting for a HR Business Partner for initially od a permanent fixed term contract. This is a crucial time for our client who are experiencing a time of change and seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support the organisational change journey. In this vital role, you will lead on people priorities and provide expert advice and direction on people / workforce planning / employment law issues to inform business planning. You will play a key role in the delivery of workforce solutions, interventions and actions and will work collaboratively with leaders. Providing expert Human Resources leadership, you will be partnering and coaching senior leaders to effectively transform services and enable the delivery of exceptional services. Key Skills / Experience: Chartered MCIPD or equivalent HR Qualification or equivalent work experience Specialist HR Knowledge &Experience, at Masters level or equivalent Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Significant and varied experience in People and OD activity, working with managers to deliver high quality HR services with proven successful outputs Experience of business planning and developing workforce strategy Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent presentation skills Exceptional interpersonal skills to be able to coordinate the delivery of effective HR service Strong strategic influencing and negotiating skills on highly complex and sensitive issues Ability to challenge stakeholders in a constructive and productive manner Ability to interpret and apply HR knowledge to workforce strategy Time management, planning and organising skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel Desirable skills: Employment law qualification Experience of working in the Public sector is preferred Experience of workforce analysis and benchmarking TUPE experience Experience of leading and motivating team Manpower planning and workforce development skills Project management skills
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
HR Business Partner 6 Month FTC Truro / TR1 Cooper Lomaz are currently recruiting for a HR Business Partner for initially od a permanent fixed term contract. This is a crucial time for our client who are experiencing a time of change and seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support the organisational change journey. In this vital role, you will lead on people priorities and provide expert advice and direction on people / workforce planning / employment law issues to inform business planning. You will play a key role in the delivery of workforce solutions, interventions and actions and will work collaboratively with leaders. Providing expert Human Resources leadership, you will be partnering and coaching senior leaders to effectively transform services and enable the delivery of exceptional services. Key Skills / Experience: Chartered MCIPD or equivalent HR Qualification or equivalent work experience Specialist HR Knowledge &Experience, at Masters level or equivalent Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Significant and varied experience in People and OD activity, working with managers to deliver high quality HR services with proven successful outputs Experience of business planning and developing workforce strategy Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent presentation skills Exceptional interpersonal skills to be able to coordinate the delivery of effective HR service Strong strategic influencing and negotiating skills on highly complex and sensitive issues Ability to challenge stakeholders in a constructive and productive manner Ability to interpret and apply HR knowledge to workforce strategy Time management, planning and organising skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel Desirable skills: Employment law qualification Experience of working in the Public sector is preferred Experience of workforce analysis and benchmarking TUPE experience Experience of leading and motivating team Manpower planning and workforce development skills Project management skills
Senior Payroll Specialist Havant 12-month FTC 54,000 - 56,000 DOE ARM are delighted to be supporting one of our clients with the recruitment of a Payroll Specialist on an initial 12-month fixed term contract. This role is split between Payroll Operations (50%) and HCM Project (Oracle to SAP Transition 50%) Successful candidates must have hands on SAP Success factors experience. Responsibilities: Process and validate payroll inputs, including new starters, leavers, statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP, etc.), tax, NI, pensions, and pay adjustments. Conduct secondary reviews to ensure accuracy and provide guidance to less experienced team members. Manage off-cycle and arrears payments in line with payroll calendars. Handle complex payroll queries and anomalies, including gross-to-net manual calculations and HMRC queries. Lead year-end activities such as P60s, P11Ds, and PAYE Settlement Agreements. Support audit readiness and maintain accurate payroll records in line with legal requirements. Assist in testing activities including script development, end-to-end testing, defect logging, and resolution. Support data migration by validating conversion data and conducting pay comparisons. Use the Payroll Control Centre (PCC) to execute payroll runs, validate master data, and resolve errors. Work with consultants to align system configuration to business requirements. Requirements: Strong experience in full-cycle, insourced UK payroll operations. Hands-on expertise with SAP SuccessFactors and Employee Central Payroll (ECP). Familiarity with Payroll Control Centre (PCC) operations and troubleshooting. Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory payments. High attention to detail with strong analytical and Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables). Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to guide and support colleagues. Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently. Confident presenting to stakeholders and providing payroll training. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Senior Payroll Specialist Havant 12-month FTC 54,000 - 56,000 DOE ARM are delighted to be supporting one of our clients with the recruitment of a Payroll Specialist on an initial 12-month fixed term contract. This role is split between Payroll Operations (50%) and HCM Project (Oracle to SAP Transition 50%) Successful candidates must have hands on SAP Success factors experience. Responsibilities: Process and validate payroll inputs, including new starters, leavers, statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP, etc.), tax, NI, pensions, and pay adjustments. Conduct secondary reviews to ensure accuracy and provide guidance to less experienced team members. Manage off-cycle and arrears payments in line with payroll calendars. Handle complex payroll queries and anomalies, including gross-to-net manual calculations and HMRC queries. Lead year-end activities such as P60s, P11Ds, and PAYE Settlement Agreements. Support audit readiness and maintain accurate payroll records in line with legal requirements. Assist in testing activities including script development, end-to-end testing, defect logging, and resolution. Support data migration by validating conversion data and conducting pay comparisons. Use the Payroll Control Centre (PCC) to execute payroll runs, validate master data, and resolve errors. Work with consultants to align system configuration to business requirements. Requirements: Strong experience in full-cycle, insourced UK payroll operations. Hands-on expertise with SAP SuccessFactors and Employee Central Payroll (ECP). Familiarity with Payroll Control Centre (PCC) operations and troubleshooting. Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory payments. High attention to detail with strong analytical and Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables). Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to guide and support colleagues. Able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently. Confident presenting to stakeholders and providing payroll training. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Project Manager - Fixed Term Contract (3-6 Months) About the Business Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturer within the heavy engineering sector. With strong foundations and a clear growth trajectory, they are investing several million in site upgrades, new machinery, and increased production capacity. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of a high-value site investment programme, ensuring successful delivery on time, to budget, and to specification. Project Manager FTC overview: The Project Manager will lead and coordinate the full scope of the site investment projects, including: Overseeing installation and commissioning of new plant and machinery. Managing site upgrades and capacity expansion projects. Working closely with engineering, operations, and senior leadership teams to deliver against project objectives. Managing contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders on site. Monitoring budgets, timelines, risk, and compliance. Reporting regularly on project progress to senior management. Project Manager Key Responsibilities Lead and drive the overall investment programme from planning through to delivery. Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring milestones are met. Coordinate internal teams and external contractors effectively. Drive HSE compliance and risk management throughout project delivery. Manage budgets, track spend, and provide cost forecasts. Ensure machinery upgrades and capacity increases are delivered with minimal disruption to ongoing operations. Project Manager Skillset Overview: Proven track record as a Senior Project Manager within heavy engineering, construction materials, or process-led manufacturing (concrete, cement, aggregates, or similar). Strong background in machinery installation, site upgrades, and capex projects. Excellent organisational and leadership skills - able to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors. Comfortable delivering projects in the £multi-million range. Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to hit the ground running. Available at short notice and open to a 3-6 month fixed term contract.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Project Manager - Fixed Term Contract (3-6 Months) About the Business Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturer within the heavy engineering sector. With strong foundations and a clear growth trajectory, they are investing several million in site upgrades, new machinery, and increased production capacity. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of a high-value site investment programme, ensuring successful delivery on time, to budget, and to specification. Project Manager FTC overview: The Project Manager will lead and coordinate the full scope of the site investment projects, including: Overseeing installation and commissioning of new plant and machinery. Managing site upgrades and capacity expansion projects. Working closely with engineering, operations, and senior leadership teams to deliver against project objectives. Managing contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders on site. Monitoring budgets, timelines, risk, and compliance. Reporting regularly on project progress to senior management. Project Manager Key Responsibilities Lead and drive the overall investment programme from planning through to delivery. Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring milestones are met. Coordinate internal teams and external contractors effectively. Drive HSE compliance and risk management throughout project delivery. Manage budgets, track spend, and provide cost forecasts. Ensure machinery upgrades and capacity increases are delivered with minimal disruption to ongoing operations. Project Manager Skillset Overview: Proven track record as a Senior Project Manager within heavy engineering, construction materials, or process-led manufacturing (concrete, cement, aggregates, or similar). Strong background in machinery installation, site upgrades, and capex projects. Excellent organisational and leadership skills - able to manage multiple stakeholders and contractors. Comfortable delivering projects in the £multi-million range. Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to hit the ground running. Available at short notice and open to a 3-6 month fixed term contract.
