Job Title: Deputy Director - SC Location: Locations considered are: London, Croydon, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester. (If not London-based weekly visits to the London) - 2-3 days/week on site Contract Duration : 24 Months Daily Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Willing to undergo DV) The Deputy Director Legal Practice Management (LPM) programme is a pivotal role in the organisation and as a programme director for this large-scale transformation programme, they will need to be a visible leader, inspiring confidence and driving the modernisation of the legal practices. Excellent Stakeholder Engagement will be essential, and its is expected that this role will provide progress briefings and assurance of delivery to the Permanent Secretary, Directors General, Executive Committee (EXCO), Board and Audit and Risk Committee (ARAC), other governance forums as required and to all staff. An authoritative change professional, whose past experience has proven successes in delivering technology services into government departments, this role will bring enthusiasm and determination. The programme is at a crucial point in its lifecycle and a robust plan is required to successfully deliver its outcomes and benefits. Bringing best practice and an adherence to government standards for project delivery, digital and security, will allow the development of a plan that will combine the efforts of suppliers, internal teams and specialist resources required to augment the programme for specific activities. Planning for Development, Testing, Business Change and Operational Readiness will be essential and success will be determined by the active engagement of the whole organisation in these plans. The Key responsibilities: Lead and manage the Legal Practice Management (LPM) Programme, which includes Contentious, Non-Contentious and Technology Workstreams, Project Management Teams and the Project Management Office (PMO) Resource the programme with skilled and capability contributors, building a delivery-focused, resilient and high performing team Finalise and gain approval for the LPM Final Business Case Build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders. Engage regularly and communicate widely. Develop, gain approval for and deliver the plan for the Beta Phase, including development, testing, operational readiness and business change. Monitor and maximise the delivery of benefits, as detailed in the Final Business Case Coordinate delivery, ensuring robust workflows and technology interfaces are developed and implemented, between the LPM platform and existing and future HR and Finance systems. Ensure that all relevant strategic, operational and programme risks are identified, mitigated and controls monitored Manage the LPM Programme Budget, ensuring reporting of forecasts and expenditure are reviewed and that any potential under or over-spends are alerted to the Finance Team as early as possible. Produce robust Management Information for the Programme Board, Delivery and Portfolio Assurance Committee (DPAC), and EXCO. Support the development and establishment of the Project Management Methodology with defined standards, documentation and Gate Lifecycle requirement. Routinely audit all projects for compliance to standards and methodologies, and conduct post implementation reviews to determine Lessons Identified and that Return on Investment (ROI) and Business Benefits have been achieved. Identify and ensure progress along the Critical Path between all activities of all projects within the LPM Programme and promote the Critical Path within the portfolio. Manage the LPM Programme Risk, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies (RAID) and associated project logs, advising the senior leadership of the decisions that may need to be taken. Ensure that the LPM programme implements and adheres to all appropriate Government Functional Standards (in particular GovS 002, 003, 005, 006 and 007) and the Government Digital Service s (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP) Ensure the programme works collaboratively with all functions and teams, especially Digital, Data and Technology professionals, delivering the highest quality outcomes as a result of collective design and delivery. Key Outcomes The delivery of the LPM programme and its constituent projects to time, cost, quality and benefits criteria. Effective engagement and communication between Stakeholders, Business Systems Owners and the programme. Project Documentation produced to a high quality Business change and operational readiness is effective in order to allow the successful adoption of the new platform and working practices Post implementation and embedding activities identify learning for use in subsequent projects, learning can be demonstrated in subsequent project delivery Experience Essential must be demonstrated at application and interview Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering large scale transformation programmes incorporating delivery of new technology services Successfully completion of Government Project Delivery assurance gates Successful completion of Government Digital Service (GDS) service assessments Desirable Experience of working with and delivering Legal Practice Management Systems Experience of delivering case management systems Essential must be demonstrated at application and interview Technical Project Delivery Programme Director SCS1 Level Experience Stakeholder Engagement Expert Level Governance Expert Level Digital and Data Practitioner Level Business Change and implementation Practitioner Level Qualifications APM, MSP or Prince 2 Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Mar 17, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Deputy Director - SC Location: Locations considered are: London, Croydon, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester. (If not London-based weekly visits to the London) - 2-3 days/week on site Contract Duration : 24 Months Daily Rate: £(Apply online only)/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC (Willing to undergo DV) The Deputy Director Legal Practice Management (LPM) programme is a pivotal role in the organisation and as a programme director for this large-scale transformation programme, they will need to be a visible leader, inspiring confidence and driving the modernisation of the legal practices. Excellent Stakeholder Engagement will be essential, and its is expected that this role will provide progress briefings and assurance of delivery to the Permanent Secretary, Directors General, Executive Committee (EXCO), Board and Audit and Risk Committee (ARAC), other governance forums as required and to all staff. An authoritative change professional, whose past experience has proven successes in delivering technology services into government departments, this role will bring enthusiasm and determination. The programme is at a crucial point in its lifecycle and a robust plan is required to successfully deliver its outcomes and benefits. Bringing best practice and an adherence to government standards for project delivery, digital and security, will allow the development of a plan that will combine the efforts of suppliers, internal teams and specialist resources required to augment the programme for specific activities. Planning for Development, Testing, Business Change and Operational Readiness will be essential and success will be determined by the active engagement of the whole organisation in these plans. The Key responsibilities: Lead and manage the Legal Practice Management (LPM) Programme, which includes Contentious, Non-Contentious and Technology Workstreams, Project Management Teams and the Project Management Office (PMO) Resource the programme with skilled and capability contributors, building a delivery-focused, resilient and high performing team Finalise and gain approval for the LPM Final Business Case Build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders. Engage regularly and communicate widely. Develop, gain approval for and deliver the plan for the Beta Phase, including development, testing, operational readiness and business change. Monitor and maximise the delivery of benefits, as detailed in the Final Business Case Coordinate delivery, ensuring robust workflows and technology interfaces are developed and implemented, between the LPM platform and existing and future HR and Finance systems. Ensure that all relevant strategic, operational and programme risks are identified, mitigated and controls monitored Manage the LPM Programme Budget, ensuring reporting of forecasts and expenditure are reviewed and that any potential under or over-spends are alerted to the Finance Team as early as possible. Produce robust Management Information for the Programme Board, Delivery and Portfolio Assurance Committee (DPAC), and EXCO. Support the development and establishment of the Project Management Methodology with defined standards, documentation and Gate Lifecycle requirement. Routinely audit all projects for compliance to standards and methodologies, and conduct post implementation reviews to determine Lessons Identified and that Return on Investment (ROI) and Business Benefits have been achieved. Identify and ensure progress along the Critical Path between all activities of all projects within the LPM Programme and promote the Critical Path within the portfolio. Manage the LPM Programme Risk, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies (RAID) and associated project logs, advising the senior leadership of the decisions that may need to be taken. Ensure that the LPM programme implements and adheres to all appropriate Government Functional Standards (in particular GovS 002, 003, 005, 006 and 007) and the Government Digital Service s (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP) Ensure the programme works collaboratively with all functions and teams, especially Digital, Data and Technology professionals, delivering the highest quality outcomes as a result of collective design and delivery. Key Outcomes The delivery of the LPM programme and its constituent projects to time, cost, quality and benefits criteria. Effective engagement and communication between Stakeholders, Business Systems Owners and the programme. Project Documentation produced to a high quality Business change and operational readiness is effective in order to allow the successful adoption of the new platform and working practices Post implementation and embedding activities identify learning for use in subsequent projects, learning can be demonstrated in subsequent project delivery Experience Essential must be demonstrated at application and interview Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering large scale transformation programmes incorporating delivery of new technology services Successfully completion of Government Project Delivery assurance gates Successful completion of Government Digital Service (GDS) service assessments Desirable Experience of working with and delivering Legal Practice Management Systems Experience of delivering case management systems Essential must be demonstrated at application and interview Technical Project Delivery Programme Director SCS1 Level Experience Stakeholder Engagement Expert Level Governance Expert Level Digital and Data Practitioner Level Business Change and implementation Practitioner Level Qualifications APM, MSP or Prince 2 Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Project Manager - Data Centres London Prestigious Global Construction & Property Consultancy A leading global construction and property consultancy is expanding its Data Centre Project Management team in London and is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background delivering UK data centre projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value, technically complex data centre developments for some of the world's most recognised clients, within a consultancy renowned for excellence, professionalism, and long-term client relationships. The Role As a Project Manager within the Data Centre team, you will play a key role in delivering mission-critical facilities from early design through construction, commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with clients, designers, contractors, and specialist vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest technical standards. Key Responsibilities Deliver UK-based data centre projects across all stages of the project lifecycle Manage programme, risk, quality, and governance on technically complex schemes Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including designers, contractors, and specialist MEP suppliers Support the delivery of high-density, mission-critical environments, including power, cooling, and resilience systems Act as a key client-facing representative, providing clear reporting and progress updates Support commissioning, integration, and operational readiness activities Ensure compliance with UK regulations, industry standards, and best practice About You Degree qualified in a construction, engineering, or built environment discipline Proven experience working on UK data centre projects (essential) Strong understanding of data centre delivery, including MEP systems, commissioning, and resilience strategies Experience working for a consultancy or client-side environment Confident managing stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in fast-paced project environments Why Join? Join a market-leading data centre consultancy team with a strong UK and global presence Work on high-value, cutting-edge data centre developments Clear career progression within a prestigious professional services environment Exposure to major hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre clients
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Project Manager - Data Centres London Prestigious Global Construction & Property Consultancy A leading global construction and property consultancy is expanding its Data Centre Project Management team in London and is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven background delivering UK data centre projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value, technically complex data centre developments for some of the world's most recognised clients, within a consultancy renowned for excellence, professionalism, and long-term client relationships. The Role As a Project Manager within the Data Centre team, you will play a key role in delivering mission-critical facilities from early design through construction, commissioning, and handover. You will work closely with clients, designers, contractors, and specialist vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest technical standards. Key Responsibilities Deliver UK-based data centre projects across all stages of the project lifecycle Manage programme, risk, quality, and governance on technically complex schemes Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including designers, contractors, and specialist MEP suppliers Support the delivery of high-density, mission-critical environments, including power, cooling, and resilience systems Act as a key client-facing representative, providing clear reporting and progress updates Support commissioning, integration, and operational readiness activities Ensure compliance with UK regulations, industry standards, and best practice About You Degree qualified in a construction, engineering, or built environment discipline Proven experience working on UK data centre projects (essential) Strong understanding of data centre delivery, including MEP systems, commissioning, and resilience strategies Experience working for a consultancy or client-side environment Confident managing stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in fast-paced project environments Why Join? Join a market-leading data centre consultancy team with a strong UK and global presence Work on high-value, cutting-edge data centre developments Clear career progression within a prestigious professional services environment Exposure to major hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centre clients
CACI Network Services is a rapidly expanding specialist IT and Networks consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within challenging and exciting environments with our major clients in Global Media, Banking, Government, Telecoms & Utilities. As a Principal Network Architect, you will be a trusted advisor, technical authority, and strategic partner to our clients. You will lead the design of complex, secure, and scalable network architectures, translating business requirements into robust technical solutions. This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, consultancy, and pre-sales engagement, requiring a strong ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels. You will work closely with customers, sales, delivery teams, engineering functions, and senior stakeholders-guiding engagements from initial concept through to detailed design, delivery oversight and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Consultancy Operate as a trusted advisor for key clients and prospective customers (new logos). Engage with stakeholders from C-level executives to technical engineering teams, translating complex technical and business requirements into high-level and detailed technical architectures. Provide expert consultancy on network strategy, transformation roadmaps, best practices, and emerging technologies. Build strong, long-term relationships that support account growth and customer satisfaction. Technical Leadership & Architecture Act as the Design Authority across major programmes, owning the end-to-end technical vision from inception through transition to operations. Architect network solutions across environments of varying scale-from small to mid-sized infrastructures through to highly complex, large-scale enterprise and multi-site architectures-covering LAN/WAN, Wireless, routing, switching, SDN, and security technologies. Ensure all designs are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned to customer requirements, technical strategy, and industry best practices Lead creation of high-quality architectural documentation, including HLA, HLD, LLD, standards, and design patterns. Ensure designs align with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and customer governance processes. Pre-Sales, Bids & Commercial Support Partner with the Sales team during pre-sales engagements to define solutions, scope opportunities, and support commercial proposition development. Lead technical responses for Tenders, IITs, and RFPs, including architecture design, technical writing, risk identification, and pricing model support. Present proposed solutions to senior client stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and technical authority. Collaboration & Delivery Oversight Work alongside multi-disciplinary delivery teams, providing leadership, technical guidance, and assurance during implementation phases. Support project managers and engineering teams to ensure solutions are delivered in line with architectural intent and to the highest quality. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, capability development, and practice maturity across the organisation. Contribute to the identification, design, and development of innovative internal products, frameworks, and service offerings that enhance CACI's strategic advantage, improve delivery efficiency, and support growth across key market sectors. Technology Coverage Across a broad and evolving technology landscape, including: Enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, SDA and Wireless architectures Data Centre end to end solutions Routing & switching technologies Network Security, Firewalls, Zero Trust, SASE/SSE Software-defined networking solutions Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) - highly desirable Automation, orchestration & Infrastructure-as-Code - desirable What We're Looking For Technical & Professional Expertise Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale network and security solutions across enterprise or service provider environments. Deep understanding of network architecture principles, high availability design, routing protocols, segmentation, security architectures, and cloud networking. Experience acting as the final technical authority or Design Authority on complex engagements. Strong background in pre-sales, tender responses, and solution shaping . Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and senior stakeholders. Consultancy & Communication Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills-capable of producing well-structured technical documentation and delivering impactful presentations. Ability to engage with business stakeholders and end-users to diagnose issues, propose solutions, and provide strategic recommendations. Comfortable representing the organisation independently, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences. Ways of Working Demonstrably collaborative approach when working with sales, engineering, and delivery functions. Self-sufficient, proactive, and comfortable working in high-pressure environments. Experience working within Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid project delivery methodologies. Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry advancements. Desirable Certifications & Skills (Certifications not required but advantageous) CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent expert-level certifications Security vendor certifications from platforms such as Fortinet (NSE), Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA), Cisco Security (CCNP Security/CCIE Security), and Check Point (CCSA/CCSE). Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) Strong understanding of structured delivery and operational frameworks (ITIL, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or similar project/service management certifications) Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.) Training CACI Network Services develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development options such as certified training courses, workshops, technical conferences, boot camps, on-line training and much more. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced networking hardware in the industry as well as development of your abilities and talents to become one of the best in the field. Flexibility The key to our success is our teamwork and collaboration. We take a hybrid approach - working remotely and coming into the office depending on the business demand and collaboration required as part of the delivery process. Benefits Competitive salary Target based commission package Matched pension contributions up to 5% Life Insurance Personal Accident Insurance Private Health Insurance from 2nd anniversary Sickness & Disability income protection from 3rd anniversary On site gym membership at our Kensington Office. Equal opportunities CACI is proud to be an equal employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favourably due to ethnic origin, age, gender, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, we will: Provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team on to discuss individual requirements further). Offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview. Our people are unique, and we encourage, and support them, to be confident in contributing to our inclusion journey.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
CACI Network Services is a rapidly expanding specialist IT and Networks consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within challenging and exciting environments with our major clients in Global Media, Banking, Government, Telecoms & Utilities. As a Principal Network Architect, you will be a trusted advisor, technical authority, and strategic partner to our clients. You will lead the design of complex, secure, and scalable network architectures, translating business requirements into robust technical solutions. This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, consultancy, and pre-sales engagement, requiring a strong ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels. You will work closely with customers, sales, delivery teams, engineering functions, and senior stakeholders-guiding engagements from initial concept through to detailed design, delivery oversight and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Consultancy Operate as a trusted advisor for key clients and prospective customers (new logos). Engage with stakeholders from C-level executives to technical engineering teams, translating complex technical and business requirements into high-level and detailed technical architectures. Provide expert consultancy on network strategy, transformation roadmaps, best practices, and emerging technologies. Build strong, long-term relationships that support account growth and customer satisfaction. Technical Leadership & Architecture Act as the Design Authority across major programmes, owning the end-to-end technical vision from inception through transition to operations. Architect network solutions across environments of varying scale-from small to mid-sized infrastructures through to highly complex, large-scale enterprise and multi-site architectures-covering LAN/WAN, Wireless, routing, switching, SDN, and security technologies. Ensure all designs are scalable, resilient, secure, and aligned to customer requirements, technical strategy, and industry best practices Lead creation of high-quality architectural documentation, including HLA, HLD, LLD, standards, and design patterns. Ensure designs align with industry best practices, compliance requirements, and customer governance processes. Pre-Sales, Bids & Commercial Support Partner with the Sales team during pre-sales engagements to define solutions, scope opportunities, and support commercial proposition development. Lead technical responses for Tenders, IITs, and RFPs, including architecture design, technical writing, risk identification, and pricing model support. Present proposed solutions to senior client stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and technical authority. Collaboration & Delivery Oversight Work alongside multi-disciplinary delivery teams, providing leadership, technical guidance, and assurance during implementation phases. Support project managers and engineering teams to ensure solutions are delivered in line with architectural intent and to the highest quality. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, capability development, and practice maturity across the organisation. Contribute to the identification, design, and development of innovative internal products, frameworks, and service offerings that enhance CACI's strategic advantage, improve delivery efficiency, and support growth across key market sectors. Technology Coverage Across a broad and evolving technology landscape, including: Enterprise LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, SDA and Wireless architectures Data Centre end to end solutions Routing & switching technologies Network Security, Firewalls, Zero Trust, SASE/SSE Software-defined networking solutions Cloud networking (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) - highly desirable Automation, orchestration & Infrastructure-as-Code - desirable What We're Looking For Technical & Professional Expertise Proven experience designing and delivering large-scale network and security solutions across enterprise or service provider environments. Deep understanding of network architecture principles, high availability design, routing protocols, segmentation, security architectures, and cloud networking. Experience acting as the final technical authority or Design Authority on complex engagements. Strong background in pre-sales, tender responses, and solution shaping . Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and senior stakeholders. Consultancy & Communication Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills-capable of producing well-structured technical documentation and delivering impactful presentations. Ability to engage with business stakeholders and end-users to diagnose issues, propose solutions, and provide strategic recommendations. Comfortable representing the organisation independently, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer experiences. Ways of Working Demonstrably collaborative approach when working with sales, engineering, and delivery functions. Self-sufficient, proactive, and comfortable working in high-pressure environments. Experience working within Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid project delivery methodologies. Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry advancements. Desirable Certifications & Skills (Certifications not required but advantageous) CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent expert-level certifications Security vendor certifications from platforms such as Fortinet (NSE), Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA), Cisco Security (CCNP Security/CCIE Security), and Check Point (CCSA/CCSE). Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI) Strong understanding of structured delivery and operational frameworks (ITIL, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or similar project/service management certifications) Experience with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc.) Training CACI Network Services develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development options such as certified training courses, workshops, technical conferences, boot camps, on-line training and much more. You will have the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced networking hardware in the industry as well as development of your abilities and talents to become one of the best in the field. Flexibility The key to our success is our teamwork and collaboration. We take a hybrid approach - working remotely and coming into the office depending on the business demand and collaboration required as part of the delivery process. Benefits Competitive salary Target based commission package Matched pension contributions up to 5% Life Insurance Personal Accident Insurance Private Health Insurance from 2nd anniversary Sickness & Disability income protection from 3rd anniversary On site gym membership at our Kensington Office. Equal opportunities CACI is proud to be an equal employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favourably due to ethnic origin, age, gender, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, we will: Provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team on to discuss individual requirements further). Offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview. Our people are unique, and we encourage, and support them, to be confident in contributing to our inclusion journey.
Location Docklands Campus Salary £62,443 to £71,685 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Sunday 22 March 2026 Interview Date Thursday 02 April 2026 Reference 0548-26-S University of East London We're the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About the School / Service The Strategic Development & Delivery team works in partnership with stakeholders across the institution, combining our specialist expertise, sector knowledge and institutional awareness to support the delivery of our vision to 2028 and beyond. This is a new Directorate for UEL and comprises of four main portfolios: Insights & Decision Support, Strategy & Performance, Portfolio & Benefits, and Change & Improvement. These four service areas will facilitate effective decision making, improve our staff and student experience, and deliver lasting positive change. About the Job The Head of Data Insight provides strategic leadership for UEL's insight capability, ensuring leaders have timely, trusted and actionable insight to support decision-making and deliver Vision 2028. The role shapes how insight is produced and used across the University, combining data, context and narrative to strengthen evidence-led planning and performance conversations. Key responsibilities include: Lead the Data Insight function, setting priorities aligned to university strategy and Vision 2028. Deliver a high-quality insight service: reporting, interpretation and narrative to support planning, performance and decision-making. Act as the main interface for insight requirements-define business questions, prioritise work, and translate needs into clear requirements. Combine internal data with sector intelligence and benchmarking (e.g., UCAS/HESA) to provide meaningful context Ensure dashboards remain relevant, high quality and trusted, including market-facing and regulatory/equality/outcomes reporting. Champion consistent definitions, standards and best practice, building confidence in a "single version of the truth." Build organisational capability through coaching, guidance and engagement, reducing duplication and improving insight maturity. Contribute to UEL's data strategy, ensure appropriate governance, and identify/mitigate data and insight risks. About You You're an experienced insight leader, with a strong track record of managing a data insight / analytics / performance function and delivering trusted insight that supports planning, forecasting and strategic decision-making. You're confident working with senior stakeholders to define the right questions, prioritise activity, and translate analysis into clear insight and recommendations - using tools such as Power BI (and ideally data transformation tools such as Alteryx) and modern data platforms. You bring strong strategic thinking, analytical judgement and communication skills, with the ability to tell the story behind the data, influence decision-making, coach others, and promote a culture of evidence-led practice across the University. How to Apply Please apply by submitting your CV alongside your online application. Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It's about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we're committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We're proud of the progress we've made and honest that there's more to do. We're determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. We're also a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. So, if you'd like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone x 4600 or e-mail CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Location Docklands Campus Salary £62,443 to £71,685 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Sunday 22 March 2026 Interview Date Thursday 02 April 2026 Reference 0548-26-S University of East London We're the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About the School / Service The Strategic Development & Delivery team works in partnership with stakeholders across the institution, combining our specialist expertise, sector knowledge and institutional awareness to support the delivery of our vision to 2028 and beyond. This is a new Directorate for UEL and comprises of four main portfolios: Insights & Decision Support, Strategy & Performance, Portfolio & Benefits, and Change & Improvement. These four service areas will facilitate effective decision making, improve our staff and student experience, and deliver lasting positive change. About the Job The Head of Data Insight provides strategic leadership for UEL's insight capability, ensuring leaders have timely, trusted and actionable insight to support decision-making and deliver Vision 2028. The role shapes how insight is produced and used across the University, combining data, context and narrative to strengthen evidence-led planning and performance conversations. Key responsibilities include: Lead the Data Insight function, setting priorities aligned to university strategy and Vision 2028. Deliver a high-quality insight service: reporting, interpretation and narrative to support planning, performance and decision-making. Act as the main interface for insight requirements-define business questions, prioritise work, and translate needs into clear requirements. Combine internal data with sector intelligence and benchmarking (e.g., UCAS/HESA) to provide meaningful context Ensure dashboards remain relevant, high quality and trusted, including market-facing and regulatory/equality/outcomes reporting. Champion consistent definitions, standards and best practice, building confidence in a "single version of the truth." Build organisational capability through coaching, guidance and engagement, reducing duplication and improving insight maturity. Contribute to UEL's data strategy, ensure appropriate governance, and identify/mitigate data and insight risks. About You You're an experienced insight leader, with a strong track record of managing a data insight / analytics / performance function and delivering trusted insight that supports planning, forecasting and strategic decision-making. You're confident working with senior stakeholders to define the right questions, prioritise activity, and translate analysis into clear insight and recommendations - using tools such as Power BI (and ideally data transformation tools such as Alteryx) and modern data platforms. You bring strong strategic thinking, analytical judgement and communication skills, with the ability to tell the story behind the data, influence decision-making, coach others, and promote a culture of evidence-led practice across the University. How to Apply Please apply by submitting your CV alongside your online application. Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It's about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we're committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We're proud of the progress we've made and honest that there's more to do. We're determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. We're also a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. So, if you'd like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone x 4600 or e-mail CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive
Fixed term (6 months) Part home/Part office (London) based UNICEF ensures more of the world s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children. This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as the Data Governance Manager. The Data Governance Lead ensures UNICEF UK maximises the value of its supporter data by setting, maintaining, and embedding robust data governance standards across the organisation. The role leads key governance processes including RoPA maintenance, soft opt in compliance, and data retention oversight and works closely with Data Engineering and Data Analysis leads to align governance with wider data architecture and operational practice. As the organisation s primary governance specialist during the EML cover period, the postholder provides expert guidance, documentation, and oversight to ensure all supporter data processing is compliant, well controlled, and clearly understood across teams. The role requires strong experience working with complex supporter data environments, including expertise in data governance frameworks, and documentation of processing activities such as RoPA. Candidates should bring deep knowledge of data protection principles, soft opt in rules, and data flow or process mapping, alongside the ability to translate complex governance requirements into clear, practical processes. Success in the role also depends on excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams to drive organisational change. Closing date: 28th March 2026 9am Interview date: w/c 13th April In return, we offer : excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children. the opportunity to work in a leading children s organisation making a difference to children around the world Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. We anticipate most colleagues will work two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children s rights. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Fixed term (6 months) Part home/Part office (London) based UNICEF ensures more of the world s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children. This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as the Data Governance Manager. The Data Governance Lead ensures UNICEF UK maximises the value of its supporter data by setting, maintaining, and embedding robust data governance standards across the organisation. The role leads key governance processes including RoPA maintenance, soft opt in compliance, and data retention oversight and works closely with Data Engineering and Data Analysis leads to align governance with wider data architecture and operational practice. As the organisation s primary governance specialist during the EML cover period, the postholder provides expert guidance, documentation, and oversight to ensure all supporter data processing is compliant, well controlled, and clearly understood across teams. The role requires strong experience working with complex supporter data environments, including expertise in data governance frameworks, and documentation of processing activities such as RoPA. Candidates should bring deep knowledge of data protection principles, soft opt in rules, and data flow or process mapping, alongside the ability to translate complex governance requirements into clear, practical processes. Success in the role also depends on excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams to drive organisational change. Closing date: 28th March 2026 9am Interview date: w/c 13th April In return, we offer : excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children. the opportunity to work in a leading children s organisation making a difference to children around the world Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. We anticipate most colleagues will work two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children s rights. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Learning & Development Business Partner Wiltshire (with UK travel) £50,000-£65,000 + benefits A growing, multi-site manufacturing group is seeking a strategic Learning & Development Business Partner to elevate capability, high-potential development and succession planning across the organisation. Operating within a complex, commercially driven environment, this role will shape and modernise the group's learning strategy during a period of operational growth and structural evolution. The role: This is a strategic build-and-embed role. You will define and implement a group wide learning & development framework incorporating: High-potential identification methodology Succession planning governance and workforce planning cadence Executive and senior leadership coaching Mentoring frameworks Rotational and cross-functional development pathways Assessment tools and learning diagnostics Structured learning journeys with measurable impact Formal tracking, reporting and programme governance Working cross-functionally, you will collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, senior leaders and subject matter experts to ensure consistency, credibility and measurable outcomes across all business units and sites. You will: Create a learning framework for the entire organisation Advise potential leaders and their line managers on career development and progression Enable robust, actionable development plans aligned to future capability requirements Modernise existing learning programmes and embed new frameworks Define KPIs and talent metrics in partnership with HR and leadership teams Interpret people data to inform strategic programming decisions Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders Lead succession planning processes and ensure continuity of leadership pipeline Deliver executive and leadership coaching interventions Facilitate team development sessions, workshops and assimilation events Support employee engagement interventions and change management initiatives Scope and design bespoke leadership and team programmes based on business need Ensure programme governance, tracking and reporting are embedded and scalable Implement LMS Ensure the front line manufacturing teams have received all functional training in a timely and engaging way The person: We are seeking a credible Talent Development specialist with executive presence and operational awareness. Degree educated, or equivalent professional qualification Coaching certification Experience within a multi-site, fast-paced corporate environment (manufacturing or FMCG experience advantageous) Strong exposure to succession planning, high-potential frameworks and engagement strategy Experience working directly with senior leadership teams You will demonstrate: Strategic thinking with strong attention to process and detail Ability to operate cross-functionally and influence without authority Ability to design, develop and deliver exceptional L&D programmes Strong analytical capability and comfort using people data Confident facilitation skills across varied audiences Excellent written and verbal communication Discretion and professional judgement in sensitive matters Ability to manage competing priorities within tight timelines Commercial awareness aligned to organisational growth objectives Experience leveraging digital learning platforms and structured development tracking systems will be beneficial. To apply please email your CV
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Learning & Development Business Partner Wiltshire (with UK travel) £50,000-£65,000 + benefits A growing, multi-site manufacturing group is seeking a strategic Learning & Development Business Partner to elevate capability, high-potential development and succession planning across the organisation. Operating within a complex, commercially driven environment, this role will shape and modernise the group's learning strategy during a period of operational growth and structural evolution. The role: This is a strategic build-and-embed role. You will define and implement a group wide learning & development framework incorporating: High-potential identification methodology Succession planning governance and workforce planning cadence Executive and senior leadership coaching Mentoring frameworks Rotational and cross-functional development pathways Assessment tools and learning diagnostics Structured learning journeys with measurable impact Formal tracking, reporting and programme governance Working cross-functionally, you will collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, senior leaders and subject matter experts to ensure consistency, credibility and measurable outcomes across all business units and sites. You will: Create a learning framework for the entire organisation Advise potential leaders and their line managers on career development and progression Enable robust, actionable development plans aligned to future capability requirements Modernise existing learning programmes and embed new frameworks Define KPIs and talent metrics in partnership with HR and leadership teams Interpret people data to inform strategic programming decisions Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders Lead succession planning processes and ensure continuity of leadership pipeline Deliver executive and leadership coaching interventions Facilitate team development sessions, workshops and assimilation events Support employee engagement interventions and change management initiatives Scope and design bespoke leadership and team programmes based on business need Ensure programme governance, tracking and reporting are embedded and scalable Implement LMS Ensure the front line manufacturing teams have received all functional training in a timely and engaging way The person: We are seeking a credible Talent Development specialist with executive presence and operational awareness. Degree educated, or equivalent professional qualification Coaching certification Experience within a multi-site, fast-paced corporate environment (manufacturing or FMCG experience advantageous) Strong exposure to succession planning, high-potential frameworks and engagement strategy Experience working directly with senior leadership teams You will demonstrate: Strategic thinking with strong attention to process and detail Ability to operate cross-functionally and influence without authority Ability to design, develop and deliver exceptional L&D programmes Strong analytical capability and comfort using people data Confident facilitation skills across varied audiences Excellent written and verbal communication Discretion and professional judgement in sensitive matters Ability to manage competing priorities within tight timelines Commercial awareness aligned to organisational growth objectives Experience leveraging digital learning platforms and structured development tracking systems will be beneficial. To apply please email your CV
Activities Co-Ordinator Location: All Hallows, Ditchingham Rate: 13.33 per hour Permanent 25 hours per week (rota based) Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role 'Extraordinary Days, Every Day' At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence , building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Coordinator who is dedicated, passionate and driven to join our team at All Hallows, Ditchingham. The role is to work under the supervision of the Occupational therapist, providing therapeutic interventions for named individuals to meet person centred goals and at times providing therapy across the service. The successful candidate will have previous experience of working within a care environment and the proven ability to develop and organise a range of activities for Patients The Role You will: To work with individuals across the unit to enable them to develop their domestic, self-care, social work or leisure skills as appropriate for each individual under the guidance and supervision of the Occupational therapist To feedback individuals' engagement and progress to the appropriate occupational therapist or other multi-disciplinary team member as and when requested to do so. To take responsibility for planning and facilitating specific therapeutic groups under the supervision of the Occupational therapist To comply with various departmental systems of record keeping, security audits and data collection. To take the initiative in seeking new information, making use of departmental resources, internet etc., and undertaking training where possible in order to meet learning needs and enhance the activity role. Comply with the Mental capacity act related to job role and service requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager. Who We're Looking For We're seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day . About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Activities Co-Ordinator Location: All Hallows, Ditchingham Rate: 13.33 per hour Permanent 25 hours per week (rota based) Please note: We are unable to consider Skilled Worker or Student Visa applicants for this role 'Extraordinary Days, Every Day' At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence , building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We have an exciting opportunity for an Activities Coordinator who is dedicated, passionate and driven to join our team at All Hallows, Ditchingham. The role is to work under the supervision of the Occupational therapist, providing therapeutic interventions for named individuals to meet person centred goals and at times providing therapy across the service. The successful candidate will have previous experience of working within a care environment and the proven ability to develop and organise a range of activities for Patients The Role You will: To work with individuals across the unit to enable them to develop their domestic, self-care, social work or leisure skills as appropriate for each individual under the guidance and supervision of the Occupational therapist To feedback individuals' engagement and progress to the appropriate occupational therapist or other multi-disciplinary team member as and when requested to do so. To take responsibility for planning and facilitating specific therapeutic groups under the supervision of the Occupational therapist To comply with various departmental systems of record keeping, security audits and data collection. To take the initiative in seeking new information, making use of departmental resources, internet etc., and undertaking training where possible in order to meet learning needs and enhance the activity role. Comply with the Mental capacity act related to job role and service requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties following appropriate discussion with their line manager. Who We're Looking For We're seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day . About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence.CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7-10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies
We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. Job Purpose The Third Party Logistics (3PL) Operations Specialist is responsible for defining and implementing a standardized governance model for managing 3PL suppliers across the organization. This role focuses on building a structured segmentation and collaboration model centered around service, cost, innovation, digitalization, and contractual alignment. The 3PL Operations Specialist serves as the key liaison between business units and logistics partners, overseeing performance management, compliance, and continuous improvement. The role ensures contractual adherence, supports transformation initiatives, and drives the harmonization of 3PL partnerships, processes, and service level agreements (SLAs) to achieve operational excellence and value realization across our multinational soft drink business. Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Main responsibilities • Act as the primary point of contact for business units regarding 3PL network performance and governance.• Develop and roll out a harmonized governance framework and engagement model for 3PL management.• Create a standardized QBR (Quarterly Business Review) template and implement it within all our network• Monitor and ensure 3PL compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), KPIs, and contractual commitments.• Implement and benchmark continuous improvement programs across the 3PL network to drive cost and service optimization.• Support strategic implementations and logistics transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.• Contribute to process harmonization and standardization efforts across regional and local logistics teams.• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, finance, and operations teams to enhance supplier performance and transparency. Key Stakeholders Internal: BU Logistics Lead, BU Transport Leads, BU Planning Leads, CoE Manufacturing, ISS Finance Center Experience & Qualifications required : • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including warehousing, transportation, and specifically 3PL operations.• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on performance improvement.• Extensive experience (min 7 years) in logistics within a multinational FMCG make environment.• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively in a matrix organization.• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and dealing with ambiguity. Nice- to- haves • Experience in developing governance frameworks or 3PL performance management systems.• Familiarity with digital logistics tools and data analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI).• Strong presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.• Exposure to contract management and supplier negotiation processes. Team & Culture : The Centre of Excellence team is collaborative, data-driven, and highly supportive. We value self-starters who can thrive in a dynamic environment without micromanagement. Success in this role requires adaptability, clear communication, and the ability to work cross-functionally to strengthen operational excellence in a complex, multinational setting. Functional technical skills required • Business multifunctional knowledge• People leadership (indirect) and Team Engagement• Finance acumen Core skills preferred • Good communication skills, assertiveness and negotiation skills• Conscientiousness, creativity in thought and action• Ability to drive process implementation in organizations• Strategic perspective ability and deduction of strategic objectives • Conflict solution and organizational ability• Critical thinking and growth mindset• Leadership & influencing• Change management Travel required Yes - 30% Language capability English Our employee value proposition: Being Rewarded Market Competitive Salary Annual Compensation & Bonus Cycle CCEP Shares Purchase plan & Matching Share Food Vouchers Flexible Working Allowance Being Connected Everyone's Welcome - Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Culture Keep In Touch program - in support of parental care Inspiring Office layout with Great beverages and Sofia subsidized canteen Referral Program Being Developed & Valued Professional Qualifications Support & Sponsorship Ninja Community and Lean Six Sigma Certification CCEP learning platforms & Leadership training curricula Career Growth and Talent Progression Recognition program Being Well Flexible & Hybrid Ways of Working Additional days paid leave at start and on top - Birthday, Qualification & Volunteering; Wellbeing & Sports program, including corporate discounts & subscription fees Wellbeing Community & Initiatives Employee Assistance Program Additional Health Plan & Dental Insurance Being Inspired Social Projects & Community Charity programs Participation in Corporate Challenges - marathon, sports, fun External life coach speakers and Work-Life balance lectures Team Building & Fun Events ?We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 markets, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. Job Purpose The Third Party Logistics (3PL) Operations Specialist is responsible for defining and implementing a standardized governance model for managing 3PL suppliers across the organization. This role focuses on building a structured segmentation and collaboration model centered around service, cost, innovation, digitalization, and contractual alignment. The 3PL Operations Specialist serves as the key liaison between business units and logistics partners, overseeing performance management, compliance, and continuous improvement. The role ensures contractual adherence, supports transformation initiatives, and drives the harmonization of 3PL partnerships, processes, and service level agreements (SLAs) to achieve operational excellence and value realization across our multinational soft drink business. Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Main responsibilities • Act as the primary point of contact for business units regarding 3PL network performance and governance.• Develop and roll out a harmonized governance framework and engagement model for 3PL management.• Create a standardized QBR (Quarterly Business Review) template and implement it within all our network• Monitor and ensure 3PL compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), KPIs, and contractual commitments.• Implement and benchmark continuous improvement programs across the 3PL network to drive cost and service optimization.• Support strategic implementations and logistics transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.• Contribute to process harmonization and standardization efforts across regional and local logistics teams.• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, finance, and operations teams to enhance supplier performance and transparency. Key Stakeholders Internal: BU Logistics Lead, BU Transport Leads, BU Planning Leads, CoE Manufacturing, ISS Finance Center Experience & Qualifications required : • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including warehousing, transportation, and specifically 3PL operations.• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on performance improvement.• Extensive experience (min 7 years) in logistics within a multinational FMCG make environment.• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively in a matrix organization.• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and dealing with ambiguity. Nice- to- haves • Experience in developing governance frameworks or 3PL performance management systems.• Familiarity with digital logistics tools and data analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI).• Strong presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.• Exposure to contract management and supplier negotiation processes. Team & Culture : The Centre of Excellence team is collaborative, data-driven, and highly supportive. We value self-starters who can thrive in a dynamic environment without micromanagement. Success in this role requires adaptability, clear communication, and the ability to work cross-functionally to strengthen operational excellence in a complex, multinational setting. Functional technical skills required • Business multifunctional knowledge• People leadership (indirect) and Team Engagement• Finance acumen Core skills preferred • Good communication skills, assertiveness and negotiation skills• Conscientiousness, creativity in thought and action• Ability to drive process implementation in organizations• Strategic perspective ability and deduction of strategic objectives • Conflict solution and organizational ability• Critical thinking and growth mindset• Leadership & influencing• Change management Travel required Yes - 30% Language capability English Our employee value proposition: Being Rewarded Market Competitive Salary Annual Compensation & Bonus Cycle CCEP Shares Purchase plan & Matching Share Food Vouchers Flexible Working Allowance Being Connected Everyone's Welcome - Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Culture Keep In Touch program - in support of parental care Inspiring Office layout with Great beverages and Sofia subsidized canteen Referral Program Being Developed & Valued Professional Qualifications Support & Sponsorship Ninja Community and Lean Six Sigma Certification CCEP learning platforms & Leadership training curricula Career Growth and Talent Progression Recognition program Being Well Flexible & Hybrid Ways of Working Additional days paid leave at start and on top - Birthday, Qualification & Volunteering; Wellbeing & Sports program, including corporate discounts & subscription fees Wellbeing Community & Initiatives Employee Assistance Program Additional Health Plan & Dental Insurance Being Inspired Social Projects & Community Charity programs Participation in Corporate Challenges - marathon, sports, fun External life coach speakers and Work-Life balance lectures Team Building & Fun Events ?We are Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) - a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, who work together to make, move and sell some of the world's most loved drinks. We are a global business and one of the leading consumer goods companies in the world. We help our 2.1 million customers grow, and we are constantly investing in
Marc Daniels are working with a well-known company who are looking for a Transformation Specialist - Centralised Finance to join their dynamic team on a 12-month FTC based in West London You'll play a key role in shaping and delivering strategic finance change initiatives - modernising processes, embedding new systems, and supporting the transition toward a more data-driven, efficient operating model. Partnering closely with senior stakeholders, you'll help ensure transformation projects deliver tangible value and sustainable improvements across reporting, planning, and control activities. Key Responsibilities: Lead and execute critical finance transformation workstreams across core finance processes. Drive process optimisation, systems implementation, and automation initiatives. Collaborate with senior leadership within a centralised Finance function to align on transformation priorities. Ensure effective governance, documentation, and stakeholder engagement across all projects. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and best practice implementation. About You: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with a proven background in finance transformation, change management, or operational improvement. Strong experience in project delivery within large or complex organisations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. A proactive problem-solver with a strong grasp of both finance processes and systems. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Mar 16, 2026
Contractor
Marc Daniels are working with a well-known company who are looking for a Transformation Specialist - Centralised Finance to join their dynamic team on a 12-month FTC based in West London You'll play a key role in shaping and delivering strategic finance change initiatives - modernising processes, embedding new systems, and supporting the transition toward a more data-driven, efficient operating model. Partnering closely with senior stakeholders, you'll help ensure transformation projects deliver tangible value and sustainable improvements across reporting, planning, and control activities. Key Responsibilities: Lead and execute critical finance transformation workstreams across core finance processes. Drive process optimisation, systems implementation, and automation initiatives. Collaborate with senior leadership within a centralised Finance function to align on transformation priorities. Ensure effective governance, documentation, and stakeholder engagement across all projects. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and best practice implementation. About You: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with a proven background in finance transformation, change management, or operational improvement. Strong experience in project delivery within large or complex organisations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. A proactive problem-solver with a strong grasp of both finance processes and systems. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Competitive day rate via Umbrella Remote role 3 months + Contract An opening has just arisen to join a small, expert legal team. Due to recent growth in their commercial contract portfolio, my client is seeking the following skills and abilities. The successful candidate must have knowledge of working in the public sector and hold a valid practising certificate Role: Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor, sales, and partnership contracts, to protect the organisation's interests. Risk Management & Compliance: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across the business. This involves developing, implementing, and monitoring internal policies and procedures to ensure the company operates within legal and ethical boundaries. Corporate Governance: Advise the board of directors and senior management on legal matters related to corporate structure, governance principles, and regulatory compliance. Litigation Management: Manage and oversee legal disputes, regulatory inquiries, and any resulting litigation, often coordinating and managing external legal counsel and budgets when specialist expertise is required. Intellectual Property (IP) Protection: Manage and advise on the company's IP portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, which is especially important in innovative industries. Requirements: Law degree or relevant legal qualification (LLB, LLM, CPE, SQE, LPC, CILEX). Experience in a busy Contracts/Legal team (public sector/in-house preferred). Strong drafting, negotiating, and risk management skills. Knowledge of Data Protection and relevant legislation. Excellent communication, organisation, and initiative.
Mar 16, 2026
Contractor
Competitive day rate via Umbrella Remote role 3 months + Contract An opening has just arisen to join a small, expert legal team. Due to recent growth in their commercial contract portfolio, my client is seeking the following skills and abilities. The successful candidate must have knowledge of working in the public sector and hold a valid practising certificate Role: Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor, sales, and partnership contracts, to protect the organisation's interests. Risk Management & Compliance: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across the business. This involves developing, implementing, and monitoring internal policies and procedures to ensure the company operates within legal and ethical boundaries. Corporate Governance: Advise the board of directors and senior management on legal matters related to corporate structure, governance principles, and regulatory compliance. Litigation Management: Manage and oversee legal disputes, regulatory inquiries, and any resulting litigation, often coordinating and managing external legal counsel and budgets when specialist expertise is required. Intellectual Property (IP) Protection: Manage and advise on the company's IP portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, which is especially important in innovative industries. Requirements: Law degree or relevant legal qualification (LLB, LLM, CPE, SQE, LPC, CILEX). Experience in a busy Contracts/Legal team (public sector/in-house preferred). Strong drafting, negotiating, and risk management skills. Knowledge of Data Protection and relevant legislation. Excellent communication, organisation, and initiative.
Our client is a leading specialist financial services provider currently building a technology hub in Manchester. They are seeking an experienced IT Systems Architect to provide technical leadership and architectural direction across key technology programmes. About the Role The IT Systems Architect holds overall technical authority for one or more programmes or Agile Release Trains, ensuring technical alignment, architectural governance, and successful delivery of business and technical outcomes. Working closely with other technology teams, you will ensure that architectural outcomes are withing required guardrails, shaping the Architectural Runway, guiding implementation, and championing best-practice architecture across the organisation. This role requires deep expertise in SAFe/Agile architectural design, with the ability to operate flexibly within both Agile and Waterfall environments. Key Responsibilities Develop and continually refine the Architectural Runway, technical vision, and enabler epics for applications, data, and infrastructure. Influence programme roadmaps and backlogs, preparing architectural outputs for Program Increment planning. Promote and embed a scaled agility mindset, values, and practices across teams. Drive measurable delivery velocity, best-practice adoption, and effective implementation of new designs. Guide Developers, Engineers, BAs, BRDs, and Project Managers to ensure architectural alignment and technical coherence. Collaborate with Technical and Enterprise Architects to ensure adherence to technical standards, frameworks, and methodologies. Define and support requirements for system stability, technology upgrades, and pipeline improvements. Enforce technical guardrails through effective design governance. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Expert knowledge of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, and communication architectures. Senior-level understanding of SDLC, architectural methodologies, and multi-platform environments Strong experience with web-based, service-based, and enterprise application architectures. Proven ability to manage code quality and ensure high technical standards. Deep understanding of SAFe/Agile, Waterfall delivery, and incremental architectural enablement. Excellent communication, coaching, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience defining architectural roadmaps. Education & Technical Background Strong technical delivery experience, including architectural methodologies (eg, TOGAF). Architecture experience across platforms such as Java, .NET, Python, cloud environments, and tiered architectures. Experience with insurance or finance-based products preferred. Preferred certifications: ARCH, ASE, SDP. Experience with Jira, Confluence, and LucidSpark would be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned IT Systems Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-level solutions, driving architectural excellence, and contributing to the continued success of a global insurance organisation.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading specialist financial services provider currently building a technology hub in Manchester. They are seeking an experienced IT Systems Architect to provide technical leadership and architectural direction across key technology programmes. About the Role The IT Systems Architect holds overall technical authority for one or more programmes or Agile Release Trains, ensuring technical alignment, architectural governance, and successful delivery of business and technical outcomes. Working closely with other technology teams, you will ensure that architectural outcomes are withing required guardrails, shaping the Architectural Runway, guiding implementation, and championing best-practice architecture across the organisation. This role requires deep expertise in SAFe/Agile architectural design, with the ability to operate flexibly within both Agile and Waterfall environments. Key Responsibilities Develop and continually refine the Architectural Runway, technical vision, and enabler epics for applications, data, and infrastructure. Influence programme roadmaps and backlogs, preparing architectural outputs for Program Increment planning. Promote and embed a scaled agility mindset, values, and practices across teams. Drive measurable delivery velocity, best-practice adoption, and effective implementation of new designs. Guide Developers, Engineers, BAs, BRDs, and Project Managers to ensure architectural alignment and technical coherence. Collaborate with Technical and Enterprise Architects to ensure adherence to technical standards, frameworks, and methodologies. Define and support requirements for system stability, technology upgrades, and pipeline improvements. Enforce technical guardrails through effective design governance. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Expert knowledge of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, and communication architectures. Senior-level understanding of SDLC, architectural methodologies, and multi-platform environments Strong experience with web-based, service-based, and enterprise application architectures. Proven ability to manage code quality and ensure high technical standards. Deep understanding of SAFe/Agile, Waterfall delivery, and incremental architectural enablement. Excellent communication, coaching, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience defining architectural roadmaps. Education & Technical Background Strong technical delivery experience, including architectural methodologies (eg, TOGAF). Architecture experience across platforms such as Java, .NET, Python, cloud environments, and tiered architectures. Experience with insurance or finance-based products preferred. Preferred certifications: ARCH, ASE, SDP. Experience with Jira, Confluence, and LucidSpark would be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned IT Systems Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-level solutions, driving architectural excellence, and contributing to the continued success of a global insurance organisation.
Platinum Search Recruitment Limited
Orpington, Kent
Platinum Search Recruitment is proud to be working with an award-winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy that is recognised as a market leader within the social housing sector. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their team on a permanent basis in Orpington, Kent. Procurement Manager Role Overview: Working within a specialist team, the Procurement Manager will support the delivery of high-quality procurement services across a range of projects. The role requires a thorough, methodical approach and a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, ensuring governance, compliance, and best value for clients. Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities: Leading and supporting clients in developing procurement strategies from project inception through to completion Preparing full procurement documentation suites, including contract folders, preliminaries, specifications, KPIs, and pricing frameworks Managing project communications throughout all stages, including clarifications, client liaison, and assessment summaries Liaising with contractors and service providers regarding tender suitability and availability Managing tender evaluation processes, including marking, interviewing, moderation sessions, and contractor feedback Preparing and leading client meetings, including agendas and accurate meeting minutes Handling enquiries from clients and contractors and resolving issues as they arise Preparing and delivering accurate reports within agreed timeframes Undertaking data and pricing analysis Drafting and publishing Procurement Act notices using in-depth regulatory knowledge Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, ethical sourcing practices, and diversity initiatives Please note: This role may involve occasional travel to client sites. Procurement Manager Requirements & Qualifications: Demonstrable experience in public sector procurement, including strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 Experience managing high-value contracts and procurement processes CIPS (working towards desirable) PRINCE2 qualification (desirable) Strong IT skills, particularly MS Word and Excel This role offers the chance to join a respected consultancy delivering meaningful work within the social housing sector, with real responsibility, client exposure, and long-term career development. If you are an experienced Procurement Manager - Social Housing, seeking a long-term opportunity with a reputable and expanding contractor, please apply or reach out to Platinum Search Recruitment directly as we would love to hear from you. Contact Name: Tara Lovett
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Platinum Search Recruitment is proud to be working with an award-winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy that is recognised as a market leader within the social housing sector. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their team on a permanent basis in Orpington, Kent. Procurement Manager Role Overview: Working within a specialist team, the Procurement Manager will support the delivery of high-quality procurement services across a range of projects. The role requires a thorough, methodical approach and a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, ensuring governance, compliance, and best value for clients. Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities: Leading and supporting clients in developing procurement strategies from project inception through to completion Preparing full procurement documentation suites, including contract folders, preliminaries, specifications, KPIs, and pricing frameworks Managing project communications throughout all stages, including clarifications, client liaison, and assessment summaries Liaising with contractors and service providers regarding tender suitability and availability Managing tender evaluation processes, including marking, interviewing, moderation sessions, and contractor feedback Preparing and leading client meetings, including agendas and accurate meeting minutes Handling enquiries from clients and contractors and resolving issues as they arise Preparing and delivering accurate reports within agreed timeframes Undertaking data and pricing analysis Drafting and publishing Procurement Act notices using in-depth regulatory knowledge Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, ethical sourcing practices, and diversity initiatives Please note: This role may involve occasional travel to client sites. Procurement Manager Requirements & Qualifications: Demonstrable experience in public sector procurement, including strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 Experience managing high-value contracts and procurement processes CIPS (working towards desirable) PRINCE2 qualification (desirable) Strong IT skills, particularly MS Word and Excel This role offers the chance to join a respected consultancy delivering meaningful work within the social housing sector, with real responsibility, client exposure, and long-term career development. If you are an experienced Procurement Manager - Social Housing, seeking a long-term opportunity with a reputable and expanding contractor, please apply or reach out to Platinum Search Recruitment directly as we would love to hear from you. Contact Name: Tara Lovett
Regional Finance Manager - EMEA Fully Remote 3-Month Contract (Initial) £400-£600+ per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella flexibility) Overview We're supporting a global organisation operating across 30+ countries with the search for an experienced Regional Finance Manager to lead their EMEA finance operations. This role sits within a high-performing, multinational environment that manages a significant multi-million-dollar budget and supports large-scale operational services across multiple regions. This opportunity is ideal for someone with global or EMEA finance leadership experience , strong FP&A expertise, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-growth setting. The Role As the Regional Finance Manager, EMEA , you will lead a team of Financial Analysts and Billing Specialists responsible for budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial governance across the region. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, building scalable processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support both routine and project-based initiatives. You will also be a key contributor to strategic decision-making, leveraging complex financial and operational data to influence senior leadership and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a regional finance team, including Analysts and Billing Specialists. Manage the budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial reporting processes. Drive the creation and delivery of annual budgets and quarterly cycles. Oversee accurate and timely invoice processing, audits, and financial controls. Analyse complex financial/operational data to support strategic decisions. Develop dashboards, reporting tools, and documentation to strengthen financial governance. Partner with global stakeholders to ensure alignment with cost models and SLAs. Lead and support special projects across the EMEA region. Maintain clear documentation for business continuity and process consistency. What You Need Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 5+ years of FP&A or similar finance experience within a complex, operational environment. 3-5 years of people management experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office-particularly advanced Excel skills. High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present to senior leaders. Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Additional Requirements Ability to travel up to 20% , including international travel (valid passport required). Flexibility to work occasional evening/weekend hours during busy cycles (e.g., month-end, budget builds). Reliable means of communication and transport. Legal right to work in the country of residence. Fluency in English (written and verbal). Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Mar 16, 2026
Contractor
Regional Finance Manager - EMEA Fully Remote 3-Month Contract (Initial) £400-£600+ per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella flexibility) Overview We're supporting a global organisation operating across 30+ countries with the search for an experienced Regional Finance Manager to lead their EMEA finance operations. This role sits within a high-performing, multinational environment that manages a significant multi-million-dollar budget and supports large-scale operational services across multiple regions. This opportunity is ideal for someone with global or EMEA finance leadership experience , strong FP&A expertise, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-growth setting. The Role As the Regional Finance Manager, EMEA , you will lead a team of Financial Analysts and Billing Specialists responsible for budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial governance across the region. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, building scalable processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support both routine and project-based initiatives. You will also be a key contributor to strategic decision-making, leveraging complex financial and operational data to influence senior leadership and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a regional finance team, including Analysts and Billing Specialists. Manage the budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial reporting processes. Drive the creation and delivery of annual budgets and quarterly cycles. Oversee accurate and timely invoice processing, audits, and financial controls. Analyse complex financial/operational data to support strategic decisions. Develop dashboards, reporting tools, and documentation to strengthen financial governance. Partner with global stakeholders to ensure alignment with cost models and SLAs. Lead and support special projects across the EMEA region. Maintain clear documentation for business continuity and process consistency. What You Need Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 5+ years of FP&A or similar finance experience within a complex, operational environment. 3-5 years of people management experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office-particularly advanced Excel skills. High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present to senior leaders. Analytical thinker with a continuous improvement mindset. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Additional Requirements Ability to travel up to 20% , including international travel (valid passport required). Flexibility to work occasional evening/weekend hours during busy cycles (e.g., month-end, budget builds). Reliable means of communication and transport. Legal right to work in the country of residence. Fluency in English (written and verbal). Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Fareham, Hampshire
Job Profile for Head Of Commercial 45765 Bennett & Game are delighted to be working with a fast-growing contractor within the solar and renewables sector, seeking to appoint a Head of Commercial as part of a strategic leadership hire during a pivotal stage of growth. Backed by a 700m turnover group, the business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to scale from 17m turnover to 50m to 60m within the next three to four years. Following rapid expansion, the company is now looking to appoint a commercially driven leader to establish, structure and scale a best-in-class commercial function. This is a rare opportunity to step into a Head of Commercial role with genuine autonomy, building commercial processes, implementing systems and software, shaping governance, and growing a high-performing team beneath you. The long-term pathway is clearly mapped towards Commercial Director level as the business continues to expand. The business is open to background, welcoming experience from main contracting, fit-out, M&E, renewables, solar or housebuilding environments. What is essential is the drive, structure and ambition to build something and grow with it. Head of Commercial Salary & Benefits Salary: 80,000 to 90,000 DOE (open to discussion) Car allowance Bonus Scheme Long-term incentive plans (LTIPs) 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme 4 years death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training Access to Udemy and further development platforms Office facilities including stocked kitchen, shower and gym Regular companywide social events Supportive, collaborative culture with clear leadership progression Head of Commercial Job Overview Establish and implement the full commercial framework across the business Develop and standardise commercial processes, governance and reporting structures Lead the selection and implementation of commercial software and systems Own monthly reporting, forecasting, margin protection and cash flow management Drive subcontract procurement strategy, contract negotiation and final account performance Implement robust change control and risk management procedures Partner closely with operational leadership to improve project performance and reduce commercial leakage Recruit, mentor and build out a scalable commercial team aligned to growth plans Provide strategic commercial input to the board as turnover scales towards 50m to 60m Shape the long-term commercial strategy with a view to progressing into Commercial Director Head of Commercial Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior QS, Commercial Manager or Head of Commercial level within a contractor environment Strong background in managing reporting, forecasting, variations and final accounts Experience building or improving commercial processes and governance structures Confident implementing systems and driving operational change Entrepreneurial mindset with the ambition to grow into a Director-level position Strong leadership capability with the ability to build and inspire a team Background considered from main contracting, fit-out, M&E, renewables, solar or housebuilding This is a high-impact leadership role offering genuine influence, autonomy and long-term progression within a rapidly scaling business backed by a major group structure. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Job Profile for Head Of Commercial 45765 Bennett & Game are delighted to be working with a fast-growing contractor within the solar and renewables sector, seeking to appoint a Head of Commercial as part of a strategic leadership hire during a pivotal stage of growth. Backed by a 700m turnover group, the business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to scale from 17m turnover to 50m to 60m within the next three to four years. Following rapid expansion, the company is now looking to appoint a commercially driven leader to establish, structure and scale a best-in-class commercial function. This is a rare opportunity to step into a Head of Commercial role with genuine autonomy, building commercial processes, implementing systems and software, shaping governance, and growing a high-performing team beneath you. The long-term pathway is clearly mapped towards Commercial Director level as the business continues to expand. The business is open to background, welcoming experience from main contracting, fit-out, M&E, renewables, solar or housebuilding environments. What is essential is the drive, structure and ambition to build something and grow with it. Head of Commercial Salary & Benefits Salary: 80,000 to 90,000 DOE (open to discussion) Car allowance Bonus Scheme Long-term incentive plans (LTIPs) 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme 4 years death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training Access to Udemy and further development platforms Office facilities including stocked kitchen, shower and gym Regular companywide social events Supportive, collaborative culture with clear leadership progression Head of Commercial Job Overview Establish and implement the full commercial framework across the business Develop and standardise commercial processes, governance and reporting structures Lead the selection and implementation of commercial software and systems Own monthly reporting, forecasting, margin protection and cash flow management Drive subcontract procurement strategy, contract negotiation and final account performance Implement robust change control and risk management procedures Partner closely with operational leadership to improve project performance and reduce commercial leakage Recruit, mentor and build out a scalable commercial team aligned to growth plans Provide strategic commercial input to the board as turnover scales towards 50m to 60m Shape the long-term commercial strategy with a view to progressing into Commercial Director Head of Commercial Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior QS, Commercial Manager or Head of Commercial level within a contractor environment Strong background in managing reporting, forecasting, variations and final accounts Experience building or improving commercial processes and governance structures Confident implementing systems and driving operational change Entrepreneurial mindset with the ambition to grow into a Director-level position Strong leadership capability with the ability to build and inspire a team Background considered from main contracting, fit-out, M&E, renewables, solar or housebuilding This is a high-impact leadership role offering genuine influence, autonomy and long-term progression within a rapidly scaling business backed by a major group structure. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Site Financial Controller Billingham (Home of McCoys, POM-BEAR, and more!) On-site FTC - 15-month maternity cover Join our snack-loving team We're looking for a Site Financial Controller to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role As Site Finance Controller, you'll play a central role in our Teesside Site Leadership Team, partnering with the Plant Manager and colleagues across Operations, Supply Chain and Finance. Your insight, challenge and support will help drive strong P&L performance, deliver site KPIs and enable confident, responsible decision-making. You'll lead the financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for one of our largest and most complex manufacturing sites, home to over 700 colleagues and around £210m turnover. You'll shape and influence the site strategy, provide high-quality financial reporting, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: £7,500 annual car allowance. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Providing strategic financial leadership to the Site Leadership Team , shaping the site OGSM and G2G targets, interpreting performance trends, and ensuring plans are grounded in robust financial insight and aligned to KP Snacks and Intersnack Group priorities Leading site-wide financial planning, budgeting and forecasting , covering primes, overheads, labour, logistics, capital investment and restructuring activity, ensuring assumptions are sound and stakeholders are aligned and accountable Driving high-quality, insight-led financial reporting , including weekly flash results, monthly accounts, variance analysis, waste performance, KPI trends and risk/opportunity assessments that support timely and effective decision-making Owning and challenging site cost performance , analysing standard cost variances, material usage, labour efficiency, overhead absorption, waste streams and project delivery to identify constraints, improvement opportunities and cost drivers Ensuring strong, compliant financial governance , overseeing accruals, prepayments, inventory reconciliation, year end processes, audit requests, balance sheet integrity, capital appraisals, fixed asset management and adherence to Group accounting standards Shaping and enabling change activity , supporting NPD launches, packaging changes, product transfers, tender costing requirements and capital installations, including end to end financial tracking of benefits, risks and delivery Upskilling colleagues across the site , developing the capability of two Site Accountants and building wider financial understanding across Operations and Supply Chain to drive data-led decision-making and support the site's loss analysis journey Driving continuous improvement in finance processes , simplifying ways of working, enhancing financial insight, improving speed and accuracy, and supporting the site's development through digitalisation, standardisation and best-practice sharing Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualified accountant status: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CA FMCG experience - ideally within food manufacturing. Strong planning, budgeting and forecasting experience, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders Deep management accounting expertise, including variance analysis, standard costing, labour and overhead absorption, and performance reporting Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards advantageous) and advanced Excel capability Experience leading and developing people, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style Strong financial governance, audit and compliance understanding, with the ability to maintain high-quality controls and processes A confident, commercially-minded approach, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight for non-financial stakeholders
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Site Financial Controller Billingham (Home of McCoys, POM-BEAR, and more!) On-site FTC - 15-month maternity cover Join our snack-loving team We're looking for a Site Financial Controller to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role As Site Finance Controller, you'll play a central role in our Teesside Site Leadership Team, partnering with the Plant Manager and colleagues across Operations, Supply Chain and Finance. Your insight, challenge and support will help drive strong P&L performance, deliver site KPIs and enable confident, responsible decision-making. You'll lead the financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for one of our largest and most complex manufacturing sites, home to over 700 colleagues and around £210m turnover. You'll shape and influence the site strategy, provide high-quality financial reporting, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: £7,500 annual car allowance. Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Providing strategic financial leadership to the Site Leadership Team , shaping the site OGSM and G2G targets, interpreting performance trends, and ensuring plans are grounded in robust financial insight and aligned to KP Snacks and Intersnack Group priorities Leading site-wide financial planning, budgeting and forecasting , covering primes, overheads, labour, logistics, capital investment and restructuring activity, ensuring assumptions are sound and stakeholders are aligned and accountable Driving high-quality, insight-led financial reporting , including weekly flash results, monthly accounts, variance analysis, waste performance, KPI trends and risk/opportunity assessments that support timely and effective decision-making Owning and challenging site cost performance , analysing standard cost variances, material usage, labour efficiency, overhead absorption, waste streams and project delivery to identify constraints, improvement opportunities and cost drivers Ensuring strong, compliant financial governance , overseeing accruals, prepayments, inventory reconciliation, year end processes, audit requests, balance sheet integrity, capital appraisals, fixed asset management and adherence to Group accounting standards Shaping and enabling change activity , supporting NPD launches, packaging changes, product transfers, tender costing requirements and capital installations, including end to end financial tracking of benefits, risks and delivery Upskilling colleagues across the site , developing the capability of two Site Accountants and building wider financial understanding across Operations and Supply Chain to drive data-led decision-making and support the site's loss analysis journey Driving continuous improvement in finance processes , simplifying ways of working, enhancing financial insight, improving speed and accuracy, and supporting the site's development through digitalisation, standardisation and best-practice sharing Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Qualified accountant status: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CA FMCG experience - ideally within food manufacturing. Strong planning, budgeting and forecasting experience, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders Deep management accounting expertise, including variance analysis, standard costing, labour and overhead absorption, and performance reporting Knowledge of ERP systems (JD Edwards advantageous) and advanced Excel capability Experience leading and developing people, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style Strong financial governance, audit and compliance understanding, with the ability to maintain high-quality controls and processes A confident, commercially-minded approach, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insight for non-financial stakeholders
Are you experienced in systems migration and project management, passionate about delivering impactful digital change? We're seeking a proactive and collaborative professional to lead a major migration of a core care recording and scheduling system.This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and deliver a high profile transformation project that will improve operational efficiency and support innovation across a growing organisation. In this role, you will manage the full project life cycle for a critical ICT system implementation, ensuring smooth transition, strong stakeholder engagement, and measurable business benefits. You will have the responsibility to: Lead the migration of a core care recording and scheduling system. Manage project documentation, milestones, risks, and reporting. Work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve processes using ICT and automation. Support data protection compliance, including GDPR and DPIAs. Communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to wider digital innovation, including assistive technology initiatives. If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Previous experience in systems and data migration. Experience in ICT management or IT project management. Ability to deliver successful ICT projects. Experience with supplier management and procurement. Strong understanding of business processes (eg, HR, finance, or care services). Knowledge of data protection, governance, and information security. Ability to work both autonomously and within high-performing teams. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. In return, you will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment working (up to 2 days per week from home). Core hours between 8am-6pm with flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (eg, training delivery). Ability to travel between sites occasionally (driving licence desirable). 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
Are you experienced in systems migration and project management, passionate about delivering impactful digital change? We're seeking a proactive and collaborative professional to lead a major migration of a core care recording and scheduling system.This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and deliver a high profile transformation project that will improve operational efficiency and support innovation across a growing organisation. In this role, you will manage the full project life cycle for a critical ICT system implementation, ensuring smooth transition, strong stakeholder engagement, and measurable business benefits. You will have the responsibility to: Lead the migration of a core care recording and scheduling system. Manage project documentation, milestones, risks, and reporting. Work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve processes using ICT and automation. Support data protection compliance, including GDPR and DPIAs. Communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to wider digital innovation, including assistive technology initiatives. If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Previous experience in systems and data migration. Experience in ICT management or IT project management. Ability to deliver successful ICT projects. Experience with supplier management and procurement. Strong understanding of business processes (eg, HR, finance, or care services). Knowledge of data protection, governance, and information security. Ability to work both autonomously and within high-performing teams. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. In return, you will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment working (up to 2 days per week from home). Core hours between 8am-6pm with flexibility. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (eg, training delivery). Ability to travel between sites occasionally (driving licence desirable). 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially) We're looking for an experienced Azure Controls & Audit Specialist to join the Public Cloud Engineering team on an initial 6-month contract. This role is critical in supporting an Azure-based environment through a period of increased audit activity, including upcoming EDA Gold DEV. You'll be looking at regulatory compliance, strengthening the control environment, and managing audit and risk-related activities across the cloud platform. Location: Bournemouth (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) Contract: 6 months initially Rate: £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) Start: January Relocation: Open to relocation Key Responsibilities: Drive the execution of cloud platform control assessments, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organisational requirements Act as a subject matter expert on control frameworks and audit expectations within Azure environments Lead governance of issues raised from assessments, ensuring findings are tracked, managed, and closed effectively Proactively assess control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen the risk and compliance posture Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for control processes, assessments, and compliance reporting What we're looking for: Previous experience in a similar Azure-focused controls, audit, or cloud risk role Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices Experience supporting strategic initiatives in complex environments If this sounds like a good fit, apply now as they're looking to complete first stages! Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially) Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Mar 15, 2026
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Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially) We're looking for an experienced Azure Controls & Audit Specialist to join the Public Cloud Engineering team on an initial 6-month contract. This role is critical in supporting an Azure-based environment through a period of increased audit activity, including upcoming EDA Gold DEV. You'll be looking at regulatory compliance, strengthening the control environment, and managing audit and risk-related activities across the cloud platform. Location: Bournemouth (4 days on-site, 1 day remote) Contract: 6 months initially Rate: £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) Start: January Relocation: Open to relocation Key Responsibilities: Drive the execution of cloud platform control assessments, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organisational requirements Act as a subject matter expert on control frameworks and audit expectations within Azure environments Lead governance of issues raised from assessments, ensuring findings are tracked, managed, and closed effectively Proactively assess control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen the risk and compliance posture Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for control processes, assessments, and compliance reporting What we're looking for: Previous experience in a similar Azure-focused controls, audit, or cloud risk role Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices Experience supporting strategic initiatives in complex environments If this sounds like a good fit, apply now as they're looking to complete first stages! Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially) Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Renters Rights Act Project Officer Rugby Contract £16.08 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Renters Rights Act Project Officer To lead and support the mobilisation and implementation of the Council s new statutory duties under the Renters Rights Act 2025 by designing and establishing robust systems, processes, governance and data arrangements for Private Rented Sector (PRS) regulation. The postholder will act as the key coordinating officer for year-one regulatory readiness, ensuring that enforcement workflows, investigatory powers, data capture and inter-service interfaces are in place before full operational delivery models are brought forward. This is a fixed-term project role funded through Renters Rights Act new burdens funding. We have a number of opportunities we are recruiting for visit our website for more details colbernlimited co uk Experience of managing or supporting projects in a regulatory, digital, transformation or service Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage Experience of managing or supporting projects in a regulatory, digital, transformation or service improvement context Experience of developing or supporting systems, processes or workflows to support statutory or compliance-based functions Experience of benefits realisation or performance measurement (e.g. identifying and tracking savings and efficiency gains) Good understanding of the Renters Rights Act 2025, associated regulatory, data or digital concepts (does not need to be highly technical) PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Mar 15, 2026
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Renters Rights Act Project Officer Rugby Contract £16.08 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Renters Rights Act Project Officer To lead and support the mobilisation and implementation of the Council s new statutory duties under the Renters Rights Act 2025 by designing and establishing robust systems, processes, governance and data arrangements for Private Rented Sector (PRS) regulation. The postholder will act as the key coordinating officer for year-one regulatory readiness, ensuring that enforcement workflows, investigatory powers, data capture and inter-service interfaces are in place before full operational delivery models are brought forward. This is a fixed-term project role funded through Renters Rights Act new burdens funding. We have a number of opportunities we are recruiting for visit our website for more details colbernlimited co uk Experience of managing or supporting projects in a regulatory, digital, transformation or service Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage Experience of managing or supporting projects in a regulatory, digital, transformation or service improvement context Experience of developing or supporting systems, processes or workflows to support statutory or compliance-based functions Experience of benefits realisation or performance measurement (e.g. identifying and tracking savings and efficiency gains) Good understanding of the Renters Rights Act 2025, associated regulatory, data or digital concepts (does not need to be highly technical) PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
I have partnered exclusively with one of my global law firm clients to recruit a Head of Pricing and Profitability - a senior, strategic role that will shape the firm's approach to pricing and profitability across its international network. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a team of specialists, partner with senior stakeholders, and design innovative pricing strategies that deliver both commercial success and exceptional client value. Responsibilities: Develop and implement firm-wide pricing strategies aligned with commercial objectives and client needs. Design and deliver innovative pricing models, including alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), fixed fees, retainers, and value-based pricing. Support live pricing requests, RFPs, panel submissions, and fee negotiations. Lead pricing governance, ensuring compliance with firm standards and client protocols. Review and enhance pricing tools and frameworks for consistency and scalability. Drive performance against profitability targets and challenge partner performance where necessary. Analyse historic matter data and performance metrics to inform pricing decisions. Translate data into actionable insights and compelling narratives for partners and clients. Develop pricing playbooks, toolkits, and self-serve resources for partners and fee earners. Lead thinking on how AI can be adopted in pricing and profitability strategies. Partner with senior stakeholders across sectors, finance, and client development teams as well as build trusted relationships with key clients when required. Lead and develop a team of pricing professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Coach and educate fee earners on pricing best practices and commercial awareness and collaborate with global offices to ensure consistency and share best practices. Experience needed: 10+ years' experience in pricing, commercial strategy, or finance within a law firm or professional services environment (other sectors unfortunately cannot be considered) Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver measurable improvements in pricing performance. Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and strategic mindset. Experience managing pricing transformation projects and leading teams. Excellent communication and storytelling skills. Familiarity with pricing tools and financial systems used in law firms. Why This Role? You'll be joining a global firm with a strong commitment to innovation, inclusion, and professional development. This is a chance to make a significant impact on the firm's profitability strategy and work closely with senior leadership on high-profile initiatives. Additional info: Hybrid working - c.3 days in the office Applicants will need to be willing to travel to the firms other UK offices when needed but London will be your main office If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Mar 15, 2026
Full time
I have partnered exclusively with one of my global law firm clients to recruit a Head of Pricing and Profitability - a senior, strategic role that will shape the firm's approach to pricing and profitability across its international network. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a team of specialists, partner with senior stakeholders, and design innovative pricing strategies that deliver both commercial success and exceptional client value. Responsibilities: Develop and implement firm-wide pricing strategies aligned with commercial objectives and client needs. Design and deliver innovative pricing models, including alternative fee arrangements (AFAs), fixed fees, retainers, and value-based pricing. Support live pricing requests, RFPs, panel submissions, and fee negotiations. Lead pricing governance, ensuring compliance with firm standards and client protocols. Review and enhance pricing tools and frameworks for consistency and scalability. Drive performance against profitability targets and challenge partner performance where necessary. Analyse historic matter data and performance metrics to inform pricing decisions. Translate data into actionable insights and compelling narratives for partners and clients. Develop pricing playbooks, toolkits, and self-serve resources for partners and fee earners. Lead thinking on how AI can be adopted in pricing and profitability strategies. Partner with senior stakeholders across sectors, finance, and client development teams as well as build trusted relationships with key clients when required. Lead and develop a team of pricing professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Coach and educate fee earners on pricing best practices and commercial awareness and collaborate with global offices to ensure consistency and share best practices. Experience needed: 10+ years' experience in pricing, commercial strategy, or finance within a law firm or professional services environment (other sectors unfortunately cannot be considered) Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver measurable improvements in pricing performance. Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and strategic mindset. Experience managing pricing transformation projects and leading teams. Excellent communication and storytelling skills. Familiarity with pricing tools and financial systems used in law firms. Why This Role? You'll be joining a global firm with a strong commitment to innovation, inclusion, and professional development. This is a chance to make a significant impact on the firm's profitability strategy and work closely with senior leadership on high-profile initiatives. Additional info: Hybrid working - c.3 days in the office Applicants will need to be willing to travel to the firms other UK offices when needed but London will be your main office If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.
Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: 600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits. Manage the corporation tax function for Natural England, including accurate and timely re-turns. Maintain tax policies, guidance notes, and training materials across the organisation. Act as senior tax adviser on complex, ambiguous or high risk tax queries. Work collaboratively with the wider tax team across VAT, benefits, IR35, and corp tax. Engage externally with HMRC and the Tax Centre of Excellence as required. Represent tax interests in finance system changes and upgrades. Build strong working relationships with stakeholders and communicate clearly with senior leaders. Essential Skills / Experience Strong technical tax expertise, especially IR35, Taxable benefits, Corporation tax CTA, CCAB or ATT qualified or demonstrable equivalent experience. Ability to interpret and apply tax legislation. Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills. Clear communicator able to simplify complex technical issues. Experience supporting or leading dispersed teams. Excellent organisational and project delivery skills. Strong analytical/problem solving capability. Comfortable working in a changing, multi body public sector environment. Desirable Public Sector or Central Government experience. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Mar 15, 2026
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Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: 600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits. Manage the corporation tax function for Natural England, including accurate and timely re-turns. Maintain tax policies, guidance notes, and training materials across the organisation. Act as senior tax adviser on complex, ambiguous or high risk tax queries. Work collaboratively with the wider tax team across VAT, benefits, IR35, and corp tax. Engage externally with HMRC and the Tax Centre of Excellence as required. Represent tax interests in finance system changes and upgrades. Build strong working relationships with stakeholders and communicate clearly with senior leaders. Essential Skills / Experience Strong technical tax expertise, especially IR35, Taxable benefits, Corporation tax CTA, CCAB or ATT qualified or demonstrable equivalent experience. Ability to interpret and apply tax legislation. Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills. Clear communicator able to simplify complex technical issues. Experience supporting or leading dispersed teams. Excellent organisational and project delivery skills. Strong analytical/problem solving capability. Comfortable working in a changing, multi body public sector environment. Desirable Public Sector or Central Government experience. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.