Our client, a design and manufacturer of critical, high-performance components for aerospace and defense is recruiting for a Trade Compliance Manager, to be based at offices local to Maidenhead, Berkshire. The role will be based onsite 3 days a week with 2 days working from home office. On Offer: An opportunity to join a British owned leading design and manufacturing specialist for the Aerospace industry Salary up to £75K plus bonus Hybrid working - 3 days onsite, 2 days from home Private Medical 25 days annual leave 8% Employer Pension Contribution Main Purpose of the Trade Compliance Manager: Reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance the role will lead International Trade Compliance (ITC) function ensuring Company compliance with international trade compliance laws and regulations, including UK, EU and US (EAR/ITAR). The role is responsible for a team of 4. Duties & Responsibilities of the Trade Compliance Manager: Lead the ITC team to provide licencing, authorisation support, guidance, and training as required for the ongoing prospects of the business, driving accountability and ownership where required within the team and within the Company Lead initiatives related to the development, automation, and continuous improvement of ITC processes and tools impacting all employees Provide guidance and authorisation strategy concerning the requirements, interpretation, and obligations of US export/re-export regulations and the implementation of such requirements Provide people and subject matter leadership within the business and Senior Leadership Team by creating an environment that accelerates development of ITC competency and talent Establish relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including Inside Sales, Engineering, Commercial, Supply Chain and Projects Responsible for the evaluation of technology, hardware, and software (including classification and interpretation of UKML, Dual-Use, USML, EAR, ITAR) to identify ITC requirements and ensure appropriate authorisations and controls for exports and imports are in place Qualifications and Experience required: Leadership and team management skills, ability to motivate, develop, create a culture in which teamwork can flourish, encourage creative ideas and continually raise the bar Highly experienced with US export, security and military regulations (ITAR, EAR, CUI, DFARS) Highly experienced with UK and EU export, security and military regulations (UKML, Dual-Use, Official-Sensitive, MOD F680) A minimum of a bachelor s degree in International Trade or a related field Experience working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Proactive in overcoming challenges, implementing change and improvements Confidence in taking ownership, accountability and delegating effectively For full details, contact Willis Global a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Our client, a design and manufacturer of critical, high-performance components for aerospace and defense is recruiting for a Trade Compliance Manager, to be based at offices local to Maidenhead, Berkshire. The role will be based onsite 3 days a week with 2 days working from home office. On Offer: An opportunity to join a British owned leading design and manufacturing specialist for the Aerospace industry Salary up to £75K plus bonus Hybrid working - 3 days onsite, 2 days from home Private Medical 25 days annual leave 8% Employer Pension Contribution Main Purpose of the Trade Compliance Manager: Reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance the role will lead International Trade Compliance (ITC) function ensuring Company compliance with international trade compliance laws and regulations, including UK, EU and US (EAR/ITAR). The role is responsible for a team of 4. Duties & Responsibilities of the Trade Compliance Manager: Lead the ITC team to provide licencing, authorisation support, guidance, and training as required for the ongoing prospects of the business, driving accountability and ownership where required within the team and within the Company Lead initiatives related to the development, automation, and continuous improvement of ITC processes and tools impacting all employees Provide guidance and authorisation strategy concerning the requirements, interpretation, and obligations of US export/re-export regulations and the implementation of such requirements Provide people and subject matter leadership within the business and Senior Leadership Team by creating an environment that accelerates development of ITC competency and talent Establish relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including Inside Sales, Engineering, Commercial, Supply Chain and Projects Responsible for the evaluation of technology, hardware, and software (including classification and interpretation of UKML, Dual-Use, USML, EAR, ITAR) to identify ITC requirements and ensure appropriate authorisations and controls for exports and imports are in place Qualifications and Experience required: Leadership and team management skills, ability to motivate, develop, create a culture in which teamwork can flourish, encourage creative ideas and continually raise the bar Highly experienced with US export, security and military regulations (ITAR, EAR, CUI, DFARS) Highly experienced with UK and EU export, security and military regulations (UKML, Dual-Use, Official-Sensitive, MOD F680) A minimum of a bachelor s degree in International Trade or a related field Experience working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Proactive in overcoming challenges, implementing change and improvements Confidence in taking ownership, accountability and delegating effectively For full details, contact Willis Global a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry
IT Internal Audit ManagerBelfast, Northern Ireland (Hybrid)Are you an experienced IT audit leader ready to shape the future of technology-enabled assurance? We're looking for a confident, forward-thinking IT Internal Audit Manager to lead our IT SOX programme, act as the team's IT subject matter expert, and drive innovation through automation and AI.This is a pivotal leadership role with real influence across Technology and Finance.About the RoleYou'll serve as the Internal Audit team's SME for IT processes and controls, owning the quality, scope, and delivery of our IT SOX programme. Alongside leading assurance activity, you'll champion audit technology innovation-embedding practical AI and automation solutions that elevate both efficiency and insight.You'll combine deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to lead complex, multi-stream work independently.What You'll DoPrimary Focus: IT SOX LeadershipPartner with IT and business leaders to understand system landscapes, risk profiles, and change initiatives (new applications, integrations, enhancements).Own IT risk assessments and scoping across ITGCs and key application controls.Project manage and review end-to-end testing of design and operating effectiveness for ITGCs, application controls, and key reports.Coordinate IT walkthroughs, review narratives/flowcharts, assess control design, and define evidence and sampling strategies.Review and sign off test plans and workpapers, ensuring quality and consistency.Oversee deficiency evaluation, aggregation, and remediation tracking-aligning conclusions with external audit where appropriate.Act as the IT SME within Internal Audit-coaching seniors and associates while continuously enhancing methodology and audit technology.Additional Focus: Advisory & Tech InnovationLead selected IT advisory engagements (e.g., pre-implementation reviews, data migration assurance, IT governance, access management, cyber-adjacent control readiness).Identify and deliver Internal Audit tech innovation initiatives-data analytics, automation, AI-assisted testing and documentation.Champion adoption of new tools, train the team, and embed scalable, modern ways of working.What You'll BringEssential7+ years' experience in IT audit/assurance with strong SOX expertise across ITGCs, automated/application controls, and reporting controls.Professional certification (CISA, CIA, ACA/ACCA or equivalent).Deep understanding of risk and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, NIST) and professional standards (IIA, PCAOB).Proven ability to review and sign off high-quality IT control testing.Strong stakeholder management skills across IT and Finance leadership.Ability to independently manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through reporting.Strong grasp of modern enterprise IT (ERP, cloud platforms, IAM, change management, integrations and reporting).Clear, concise writing skills-and the ability to coach others to the same standard.DesirableExperience introducing audit analytics or automation (scripts, bots, AI-assisted documentation or anomaly detection).Exposure to major ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle) and associated control frameworks.AuditBoard experience. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Stuart Kennedy at MCS Group on or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
IT Internal Audit ManagerBelfast, Northern Ireland (Hybrid)Are you an experienced IT audit leader ready to shape the future of technology-enabled assurance? We're looking for a confident, forward-thinking IT Internal Audit Manager to lead our IT SOX programme, act as the team's IT subject matter expert, and drive innovation through automation and AI.This is a pivotal leadership role with real influence across Technology and Finance.About the RoleYou'll serve as the Internal Audit team's SME for IT processes and controls, owning the quality, scope, and delivery of our IT SOX programme. Alongside leading assurance activity, you'll champion audit technology innovation-embedding practical AI and automation solutions that elevate both efficiency and insight.You'll combine deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to lead complex, multi-stream work independently.What You'll DoPrimary Focus: IT SOX LeadershipPartner with IT and business leaders to understand system landscapes, risk profiles, and change initiatives (new applications, integrations, enhancements).Own IT risk assessments and scoping across ITGCs and key application controls.Project manage and review end-to-end testing of design and operating effectiveness for ITGCs, application controls, and key reports.Coordinate IT walkthroughs, review narratives/flowcharts, assess control design, and define evidence and sampling strategies.Review and sign off test plans and workpapers, ensuring quality and consistency.Oversee deficiency evaluation, aggregation, and remediation tracking-aligning conclusions with external audit where appropriate.Act as the IT SME within Internal Audit-coaching seniors and associates while continuously enhancing methodology and audit technology.Additional Focus: Advisory & Tech InnovationLead selected IT advisory engagements (e.g., pre-implementation reviews, data migration assurance, IT governance, access management, cyber-adjacent control readiness).Identify and deliver Internal Audit tech innovation initiatives-data analytics, automation, AI-assisted testing and documentation.Champion adoption of new tools, train the team, and embed scalable, modern ways of working.What You'll BringEssential7+ years' experience in IT audit/assurance with strong SOX expertise across ITGCs, automated/application controls, and reporting controls.Professional certification (CISA, CIA, ACA/ACCA or equivalent).Deep understanding of risk and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, NIST) and professional standards (IIA, PCAOB).Proven ability to review and sign off high-quality IT control testing.Strong stakeholder management skills across IT and Finance leadership.Ability to independently manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through reporting.Strong grasp of modern enterprise IT (ERP, cloud platforms, IAM, change management, integrations and reporting).Clear, concise writing skills-and the ability to coach others to the same standard.DesirableExperience introducing audit analytics or automation (scripts, bots, AI-assisted documentation or anomaly detection).Exposure to major ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle) and associated control frameworks.AuditBoard experience. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Senior Recruitment Consultant Stuart Kennedy at MCS Group on or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs.
Recruiting for an Underwriting Operations Manager (12 months FTC) on behalf of a highly regarded Lloyd's Syndicate. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of the analysts within the Underwriting Management team and be responsible for delivering progress for each of the pillars within the team: Performance Management, Governance & Controls and Insights & Analytics. Key Responsibilities Overseeing production of all internal and external reporting, ensuring that all regulatory returns are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Ensuring that all policy documentation and underwriting controls remain relevant and effective, reacting to changing regulations and emerging threats to ensure compliance. Ownership of the Year End Audit and proactively engaging with auditors to resolve outstanding queries. Managing analysts within the Underwriting Management team. Driving continuous improvements to processes, and supporting wider projects to enhance Underwriting capabilities and reporting. Key Requirements 5+ years of relevant Lloyd's Market experience. Line management experience. Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools and familiarity with SQL. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and engage with a range of stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and work-streams simultaneously. We do not retain any personal information without your permission. Please refer to our data protection policy on our official website for more information
Mar 19, 2026
Contractor
Recruiting for an Underwriting Operations Manager (12 months FTC) on behalf of a highly regarded Lloyd's Syndicate. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of the analysts within the Underwriting Management team and be responsible for delivering progress for each of the pillars within the team: Performance Management, Governance & Controls and Insights & Analytics. Key Responsibilities Overseeing production of all internal and external reporting, ensuring that all regulatory returns are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Ensuring that all policy documentation and underwriting controls remain relevant and effective, reacting to changing regulations and emerging threats to ensure compliance. Ownership of the Year End Audit and proactively engaging with auditors to resolve outstanding queries. Managing analysts within the Underwriting Management team. Driving continuous improvements to processes, and supporting wider projects to enhance Underwriting capabilities and reporting. Key Requirements 5+ years of relevant Lloyd's Market experience. Line management experience. Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools and familiarity with SQL. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and engage with a range of stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills. Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and work-streams simultaneously. We do not retain any personal information without your permission. Please refer to our data protection policy on our official website for more information
HR Operations Manager Location: Reading (hybrid, with parking) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Are you a confident HR professional who loves building strong people practices and shaping a great employee experience? Do you enjoy partnering with leaders, improving processes, and driving meaningful cultural initiatives? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role at the heart of our clients organisation. We're looking for a HR Operations Manager to lead and deliver a high-quality HR service while supporting the Finance Director and senior leadership team. This is a varied and impactful position where you'll influence everything from performance management and engagement to payroll coordination and operational HR excellence. People Management & Strategic HR Support Act as a trusted partner to managers across the full employee lifecycle, recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, and exit. Ensure a consistent and effective approach to performance management, including capability processes and appraisal frameworks. Provide expert guidance on employee relations, including conduct, grievance, and disciplinary matters. Oversee compliant and well-managed offboarding. Employee Experience, Benefits & Engagement Review, recommend, and help implement competitive and cost-effective employee benefits. Lead benefit communications to maximise engagement and understanding. Support organisation-wide culture and wellbeing initiatives to enhance the employee experience. HR Administration, Policy & Compliance Maintain accurate and compliant HR records in line with legislation. Support the development and communication of HR policies and procedures. Produce insightful HR reports and metrics for senior leadership. Ensure HR practices reflect current employment law and best practice. Payroll Coordination & Finance Collaboration Work closely with the Finance Director to evaluate payroll systems and external providers. Assist in designing a streamlined, integrated payroll process. Ensure accurate time and attendance data flows into payroll. Act as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and payroll partners. Time & Attendance Management Oversee the operation and accuracy of the T&A system. Support managers in using the system effectively and resolving discrepancies. Identify opportunities for improvements in reporting and controls. Key Initial Projects Rolling out a new organisation-wide appraisal framework. Streamlining time & attendance reporting and system workflows. Collaborating with Finance on payroll modernisation. Supporting wider HR initiatives including policy updates, systems improvements, and cultural projects. Who We're Looking For Strong experience within HR management or a broad HR generalist role. Great knowledge of HR processes, employment legislation, and people management principles. Confident coaching managers on performance, capability, and general people issues. Excellent organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgement. Experience with T&A or payroll systems is beneficial, but not essential. Why Join Us? A chance to make a genuine impact in a growing organisation. Autonomy to improve systems, processes, and culture. Close partnership with senior leadership. If this sounds like the next step in your HR career, we'd love to hear from you.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
HR Operations Manager Location: Reading (hybrid, with parking) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Are you a confident HR professional who loves building strong people practices and shaping a great employee experience? Do you enjoy partnering with leaders, improving processes, and driving meaningful cultural initiatives? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role at the heart of our clients organisation. We're looking for a HR Operations Manager to lead and deliver a high-quality HR service while supporting the Finance Director and senior leadership team. This is a varied and impactful position where you'll influence everything from performance management and engagement to payroll coordination and operational HR excellence. People Management & Strategic HR Support Act as a trusted partner to managers across the full employee lifecycle, recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, and exit. Ensure a consistent and effective approach to performance management, including capability processes and appraisal frameworks. Provide expert guidance on employee relations, including conduct, grievance, and disciplinary matters. Oversee compliant and well-managed offboarding. Employee Experience, Benefits & Engagement Review, recommend, and help implement competitive and cost-effective employee benefits. Lead benefit communications to maximise engagement and understanding. Support organisation-wide culture and wellbeing initiatives to enhance the employee experience. HR Administration, Policy & Compliance Maintain accurate and compliant HR records in line with legislation. Support the development and communication of HR policies and procedures. Produce insightful HR reports and metrics for senior leadership. Ensure HR practices reflect current employment law and best practice. Payroll Coordination & Finance Collaboration Work closely with the Finance Director to evaluate payroll systems and external providers. Assist in designing a streamlined, integrated payroll process. Ensure accurate time and attendance data flows into payroll. Act as a key liaison between HR, Finance, and payroll partners. Time & Attendance Management Oversee the operation and accuracy of the T&A system. Support managers in using the system effectively and resolving discrepancies. Identify opportunities for improvements in reporting and controls. Key Initial Projects Rolling out a new organisation-wide appraisal framework. Streamlining time & attendance reporting and system workflows. Collaborating with Finance on payroll modernisation. Supporting wider HR initiatives including policy updates, systems improvements, and cultural projects. Who We're Looking For Strong experience within HR management or a broad HR generalist role. Great knowledge of HR processes, employment legislation, and people management principles. Confident coaching managers on performance, capability, and general people issues. Excellent organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgement. Experience with T&A or payroll systems is beneficial, but not essential. Why Join Us? A chance to make a genuine impact in a growing organisation. Autonomy to improve systems, processes, and culture. Close partnership with senior leadership. If this sounds like the next step in your HR career, we'd love to hear from you.
Global Legal Contracts Manager These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded and detail-oriented individual with strong influencing and organisational skills to join the Governance and Compliance Team This is a 12-month fixed term role starting as soon as possible. Position: Global Legal Contracts Manager Location: Devon/Hybrid Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday Salary: £68,273 Contract: 12-month fixed term Closing Date: Tuesday 31st March About the Role As Global Legal Contracts Manager, you will lead the strategic control and optimisation of global legal services across sanctuary, driving improved financial discipline, governance, compliance and quality assurance. Within this multifunctional and rewarding role, you will partner closely with Finance, Governance and senior stakeholders across the charity to ensure legal services are aligned with organisational risk, value, and strategic objectives. Your main duties include: Working with key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in the quality, consistency, and commerciality of legal services delivered across the organisation Working with internal partners to support the review and redesign of the charity s legal function. Acting as the central point of control for organisational legal spend In partnership with key stakeholders track and analyse global legal casework in relation to legal risk and compliance. Working with Director Global Assurance and functional leads to support, develop and implement governance frameworks to improve oversight, approval processes and reporting of legal costs. Managing relationships with external legal providers Leading, developing and performance managing the team, setting clear objectives aligned to the Charity s strategic aims, ensuring accountability, capability building, and a clear understanding of the team s contribution to organisational success. About You You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive in England & Wales, with substantial post qualification experience in commercial/contract law, either in-house or with a reputable law firm. You will have: Experience in an in-house legal, contracts, or legal operations role within a global operation. A strong understanding of legal spend management, governance, and financial controls within a multi-jurisdictional international organisation. Experience of working with external legal panels and managing professional service providers. Proven ability to analyse cost data and develop practical, value-driven solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Extensive experience of supporting and advising at Board and Executive level on corporate and legal affairs, both in the UK and internationally. Benefits include: Competitive pension. Life assurance (4 x annual salary). BUPA private health cover. Sickness Income Protection (50% of salary) 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service. Wellbeing team. Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes. Long service awards. Healthshield plan. Free parking. Subsidised restaurant and shop. About the Organisation Join one of the UK s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued. The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post. You may also have experience in areas such as Legal, Legal Contracts, Global Legal Contract, Global Legal, Solicitor, Lawyer, Legal Executive, Commercial Lawyer, In-House Lawyer, In House Lawyer, Legal Manager, Legal Contracts Manager, Global Legal Contracts Manager, Global Legal Manager, Lead Solicitor, Lead Lawyer, In House Legal Counsel. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Mar 19, 2026
Contractor
Global Legal Contracts Manager These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded and detail-oriented individual with strong influencing and organisational skills to join the Governance and Compliance Team This is a 12-month fixed term role starting as soon as possible. Position: Global Legal Contracts Manager Location: Devon/Hybrid Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday Salary: £68,273 Contract: 12-month fixed term Closing Date: Tuesday 31st March About the Role As Global Legal Contracts Manager, you will lead the strategic control and optimisation of global legal services across sanctuary, driving improved financial discipline, governance, compliance and quality assurance. Within this multifunctional and rewarding role, you will partner closely with Finance, Governance and senior stakeholders across the charity to ensure legal services are aligned with organisational risk, value, and strategic objectives. Your main duties include: Working with key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in the quality, consistency, and commerciality of legal services delivered across the organisation Working with internal partners to support the review and redesign of the charity s legal function. Acting as the central point of control for organisational legal spend In partnership with key stakeholders track and analyse global legal casework in relation to legal risk and compliance. Working with Director Global Assurance and functional leads to support, develop and implement governance frameworks to improve oversight, approval processes and reporting of legal costs. Managing relationships with external legal providers Leading, developing and performance managing the team, setting clear objectives aligned to the Charity s strategic aims, ensuring accountability, capability building, and a clear understanding of the team s contribution to organisational success. About You You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive in England & Wales, with substantial post qualification experience in commercial/contract law, either in-house or with a reputable law firm. You will have: Experience in an in-house legal, contracts, or legal operations role within a global operation. A strong understanding of legal spend management, governance, and financial controls within a multi-jurisdictional international organisation. Experience of working with external legal panels and managing professional service providers. Proven ability to analyse cost data and develop practical, value-driven solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional teams. Extensive experience of supporting and advising at Board and Executive level on corporate and legal affairs, both in the UK and internationally. Benefits include: Competitive pension. Life assurance (4 x annual salary). BUPA private health cover. Sickness Income Protection (50% of salary) 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service. Wellbeing team. Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes. Long service awards. Healthshield plan. Free parking. Subsidised restaurant and shop. About the Organisation Join one of the UK s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued. The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post. You may also have experience in areas such as Legal, Legal Contracts, Global Legal Contract, Global Legal, Solicitor, Lawyer, Legal Executive, Commercial Lawyer, In-House Lawyer, In House Lawyer, Legal Manager, Legal Contracts Manager, Global Legal Contracts Manager, Global Legal Manager, Lead Solicitor, Lead Lawyer, In House Legal Counsel. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Senior Capital Buyer Port Talbot, South Wales Competitive Salary Office Hours Monday to Friday 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Capital Buyer to join our client, a long-established global industrial organisation with a major UK manufacturing footprint based in South Wales. Reporting to the Capital Manager, the purpose of the role is to manage and control multi-million buying activity. It is therefore essential that the successful candidate has previous experience working on significant large-scale projects. The role will lead and manage capital procurement activity, ensuring compliance with Supplies UK policies and contracts while supporting the efficient delivery of goods and services to business units. You will build strong supplier relationships and drive value-focused, cost-effective solutions. Key Duties: Lead capital procurement activity, setting best practice and providing commercial guidance to project teams while monitoring procurement costs and securing robust contractual agreements. Oversee day-to-day project delivery, ensuring clear communication on performance and progress while encouraging collaboration, engagement and a strong team culture. Lead supplier selection processes to ensure financial and operational risks are effectively managed. Monitor and report cost savings and financial value delivered through purchasing activities. Ensure procurement processes and controls remain compliant and audit-ready at all times. Requirements: Extensive experience in purchasing or a commercially focused role. Strong knowledge and experience of CAPEX procurement. Proven experience negotiating bespoke commercial terms and managing supplier contracts. Strong analytical and information-gathering skills. Experience working with procurement systems and applying quality management practices. Ability to drive continuous improvement. Ideally degree educated. Preferably CIPS qualified or working towards qualification. Experience managing a portfolio of capital projects and overseeing multi-million-pound procurement activity. What We Offer: Competitive salary depending on knowledge and experience. Opportunity to work with a long-established global industrial organisation. Office-based role in Port Talbot, South Wales. Interested? Apply now to find out more about this Senior Capital Buyer opportunity.
Mar 19, 2026
Contractor
Senior Capital Buyer Port Talbot, South Wales Competitive Salary Office Hours Monday to Friday 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Senior Capital Buyer to join our client, a long-established global industrial organisation with a major UK manufacturing footprint based in South Wales. Reporting to the Capital Manager, the purpose of the role is to manage and control multi-million buying activity. It is therefore essential that the successful candidate has previous experience working on significant large-scale projects. The role will lead and manage capital procurement activity, ensuring compliance with Supplies UK policies and contracts while supporting the efficient delivery of goods and services to business units. You will build strong supplier relationships and drive value-focused, cost-effective solutions. Key Duties: Lead capital procurement activity, setting best practice and providing commercial guidance to project teams while monitoring procurement costs and securing robust contractual agreements. Oversee day-to-day project delivery, ensuring clear communication on performance and progress while encouraging collaboration, engagement and a strong team culture. Lead supplier selection processes to ensure financial and operational risks are effectively managed. Monitor and report cost savings and financial value delivered through purchasing activities. Ensure procurement processes and controls remain compliant and audit-ready at all times. Requirements: Extensive experience in purchasing or a commercially focused role. Strong knowledge and experience of CAPEX procurement. Proven experience negotiating bespoke commercial terms and managing supplier contracts. Strong analytical and information-gathering skills. Experience working with procurement systems and applying quality management practices. Ability to drive continuous improvement. Ideally degree educated. Preferably CIPS qualified or working towards qualification. Experience managing a portfolio of capital projects and overseeing multi-million-pound procurement activity. What We Offer: Competitive salary depending on knowledge and experience. Opportunity to work with a long-established global industrial organisation. Office-based role in Port Talbot, South Wales. Interested? Apply now to find out more about this Senior Capital Buyer opportunity.
Salary £110,000 to £115,000 Cutting Edge Technology Provider Year on Year Double Digit Growth Otto James Consulting have been retained by a Cheshire based, cutting-edge iGaming technology provider with operations in the United Kingdom and in Central Europe.Our client is looking for a skilled and dynamic executive to join their finance leadership team as their Director of Group Finance and Controls.You will be responsible for managing all financial reporting elements for EMEA entities and branches, as well as day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring all financial information's accuracy, integrity, and timeliness. Your Role As our Director of Group Finance and Controls, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our European operations.The successful candidate will manage the financial health of the company, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with company objectives. This role involves collaboration with senior leadership and management of the finance team to drive company-wide financial performance. You will oversee a diverse range of responsibilities, including:Lead and inspire a talented team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.Manage the full spectrum of financial reporting for our EMEA entities and branches, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness.Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including intercompany transactions, regulatory reporting, and payroll processing.Establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks, mitigating risks and optimising efficiency.Drive initiatives to automate and streamline accounting processes, enhancing productivity and accuracy.Collaborate closely with our global finance team, to ensure consistent and compliant financial reporting.Establish internal controls and support audit processes.Provide financial oversight for all projects /services, including profitability and cost control.Collaborate with Commercial & Operations managers to align budgets and forecasts with operational targets.Lead the finance team, fostering growth and promoting a high-performance culture.Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and manage relationships with auditors and regulatory bodies. Your Profile ACA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a NASDAQ Listed business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits Salary at c£110,000 to £115,000 basic plus bonus 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Pension (up to 9% matched) Personal and company performance bonus Training & development budget 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community Monthly wellness budget
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Salary £110,000 to £115,000 Cutting Edge Technology Provider Year on Year Double Digit Growth Otto James Consulting have been retained by a Cheshire based, cutting-edge iGaming technology provider with operations in the United Kingdom and in Central Europe.Our client is looking for a skilled and dynamic executive to join their finance leadership team as their Director of Group Finance and Controls.You will be responsible for managing all financial reporting elements for EMEA entities and branches, as well as day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring all financial information's accuracy, integrity, and timeliness. Your Role As our Director of Group Finance and Controls, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our European operations.The successful candidate will manage the financial health of the company, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with company objectives. This role involves collaboration with senior leadership and management of the finance team to drive company-wide financial performance. You will oversee a diverse range of responsibilities, including:Lead and inspire a talented team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.Manage the full spectrum of financial reporting for our EMEA entities and branches, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness.Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including intercompany transactions, regulatory reporting, and payroll processing.Establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks, mitigating risks and optimising efficiency.Drive initiatives to automate and streamline accounting processes, enhancing productivity and accuracy.Collaborate closely with our global finance team, to ensure consistent and compliant financial reporting.Establish internal controls and support audit processes.Provide financial oversight for all projects /services, including profitability and cost control.Collaborate with Commercial & Operations managers to align budgets and forecasts with operational targets.Lead the finance team, fostering growth and promoting a high-performance culture.Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and manage relationships with auditors and regulatory bodies. Your Profile ACA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a NASDAQ Listed business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits Salary at c£110,000 to £115,000 basic plus bonus 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays Pension (up to 9% matched) Personal and company performance bonus Training & development budget 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community Monthly wellness budget
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Audit Stream Risk and Reporting team in the AQD in an exciting period and help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Audit Stream Risk and Reporting Partner and work closely with Audit Stream Risk and Reporting Director. The Audit Stream Risk and Reporting team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements and with audit reporting matters. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. The key responsibilities of the role includes: Triaging and handling queries on form and content of audit report, engagement letters and other reporting matters Review and approval of non-standard engagement letters, amendments to terms of business, hold harmless letters and NDAs. Advise on audit stream risk issues that emerge ensuring that the correct support is provided to the audit team and review of audit working papers when required. Approval of modified audit reports and non-standard audit reports including component auditor reporting. Take responsibility for ad hoc projects and ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk and reporting are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Proactively identify wider risk and reporting issues and implement policies and guidance to assist the audit teams. Write and maintain templates, manuals, guidance and articles for use by the audit teams. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Department. You'll be someone with: ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Recent audit experience working on PIE and listed audit engagements or performed an internal role advising on PIE and listed entities. Excellent practical and technical audit risk and reporting experience. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team and able to use own initiative. Ability to think innovatively and creatively to identify ways to improve processes and guidance. Attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including an ability to communicate difficult messages. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. An awareness of the UK regulatory requirements is useful but not essential. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Audit Stream Risk and Reporting team in the AQD in an exciting period and help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Audit Stream Risk and Reporting Partner and work closely with Audit Stream Risk and Reporting Director. The Audit Stream Risk and Reporting team is a growing team and provides support to audit teams when audit risk and contractual issues emerge on audit engagements and with audit reporting matters. The role will include providing the teams with proactive support to resolve the issue and involving specialists from the wider AQD team when required. As part of this supportive and knowledgeable team, you'll have a chance to use and develop your technical skills to solve complex issues and contribute to the delivery of high quality audits. The key responsibilities of the role includes: Triaging and handling queries on form and content of audit report, engagement letters and other reporting matters Review and approval of non-standard engagement letters, amendments to terms of business, hold harmless letters and NDAs. Advise on audit stream risk issues that emerge ensuring that the correct support is provided to the audit team and review of audit working papers when required. Approval of modified audit reports and non-standard audit reports including component auditor reporting. Take responsibility for ad hoc projects and ensure that all processes and controls related to audit stream risk and reporting are correctly implemented to support a System of Quality Management, ensuring that any remediation points are addressed. Proactively identify wider risk and reporting issues and implement policies and guidance to assist the audit teams. Write and maintain templates, manuals, guidance and articles for use by the audit teams. Contribute to audit quality initiatives led by the wider Audit Quality Department. You'll be someone with: ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Recent audit experience working on PIE and listed audit engagements or performed an internal role advising on PIE and listed entities. Excellent practical and technical audit risk and reporting experience. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team and able to use own initiative. Ability to think innovatively and creatively to identify ways to improve processes and guidance. Attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including an ability to communicate difficult messages. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. An awareness of the UK regulatory requirements is useful but not essential. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Compliance Manager in supporting the Bank's compliance function, adhering to all regulatory, financial, and core operational system requirements while maintaining an effective Compliance, AML, and Financial Crime framework. The Compliance Associate will support controls through regulatory monitoring, financial crime oversight, and continuous enhancement of policies and procedures. Client Details Our client is a corporate bank with international exposure, including a growing presence in the London market. The firm provides a range of corporate banking, trade finance, and treasury services while maintaining strong governance and rigorous regulatory standards. Description Support the Compliance Manager in delivering and enhancing the annual Compliance Monitoring Programme and identifying regulatory risks across the Bank. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance frameworks, including policies and procedures, while performing regulatory horizon scanning and impact assessments. Provide compliance advisory support, contribute to regulatory submissions and senior management reporting, and help resolve internal and external compliance issues. Work with the Deputy MLRO on Financial Crime oversight, including CDD, sanctions screening assurance, risk assessments, and control testing, and provide cover for the Compliance Manager when needed. Support additional activities such as trade surveillance, monitoring (voice/e-comms), reviewing policies, and completing ad-hoc tasks or projects assigned by senior compliance leadership. Profile The successful applicant will have: Bachelor's degree in law, finance, risk, or a related field preferred, with professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, CAMS) 1-4 years' experience in compliance ideally within a sell-side environment, with strong knowledge of regulatory and financial crime requirements. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret regulatory rules and identify compliance issues accurately. Excellent report writing and communication abilities, with high integrity and sound professional judgement. Job Offer Salary circa £45,000 to £55,000 per annum. Comprehensive pension scheme. Opportunities for professional development and internal growth., Supportive and professional working environment. If you are a motivated Compliance Analyst looking for a rewarding role in London, we encourage you to apply.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Compliance Manager in supporting the Bank's compliance function, adhering to all regulatory, financial, and core operational system requirements while maintaining an effective Compliance, AML, and Financial Crime framework. The Compliance Associate will support controls through regulatory monitoring, financial crime oversight, and continuous enhancement of policies and procedures. Client Details Our client is a corporate bank with international exposure, including a growing presence in the London market. The firm provides a range of corporate banking, trade finance, and treasury services while maintaining strong governance and rigorous regulatory standards. Description Support the Compliance Manager in delivering and enhancing the annual Compliance Monitoring Programme and identifying regulatory risks across the Bank. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance frameworks, including policies and procedures, while performing regulatory horizon scanning and impact assessments. Provide compliance advisory support, contribute to regulatory submissions and senior management reporting, and help resolve internal and external compliance issues. Work with the Deputy MLRO on Financial Crime oversight, including CDD, sanctions screening assurance, risk assessments, and control testing, and provide cover for the Compliance Manager when needed. Support additional activities such as trade surveillance, monitoring (voice/e-comms), reviewing policies, and completing ad-hoc tasks or projects assigned by senior compliance leadership. Profile The successful applicant will have: Bachelor's degree in law, finance, risk, or a related field preferred, with professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, CAMS) 1-4 years' experience in compliance ideally within a sell-side environment, with strong knowledge of regulatory and financial crime requirements. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret regulatory rules and identify compliance issues accurately. Excellent report writing and communication abilities, with high integrity and sound professional judgement. Job Offer Salary circa £45,000 to £55,000 per annum. Comprehensive pension scheme. Opportunities for professional development and internal growth., Supportive and professional working environment. If you are a motivated Compliance Analyst looking for a rewarding role in London, we encourage you to apply.
Directorate: Strategy & Innovation Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract or Secondment for 12 months Hours: 36 per week Salary: Grade K ( 56,376- 61,653) Location: Hybrid Working Closing Date: Midnight 5th April 2026 About Barnet Council Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative - which drive everything we do. THIS IS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT OR SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS. About the team The Corporate Programmes team works closely with senior managers across the organisation to provide advice and guidance on the council's approach to project and programme management, as well as directly managing and supporting high-profile projects and programmes aligned with the council's key strategic priorities. With the continuing significant financial pressure on the council, the team's focus is on cross-council transformation projects that deliver substantial savings, generate income or other financial benefit. About the role Working closely with the Head of Programmes, Performance and Risk, the Projects Manager (Corporate) will lead on high-profile projects and programmes in support of the council's key strategic priorities, ensuring effective governance and reporting arrangements are in place. They will work collaboratively across multiple service areas, directorates and organisations. Key responsibilities will include: - Defining project scope and leading on the design of business cases, PIDs and project plans. - Ensuring project controls and governance arrangements are in place, including appropriate risk and issue management. - Analysing financial and other resource requirements of projects and programmes. - Ensuring benefit realisation plans are in place and benefits are tracked. - Undertaking gateway reviews and quality assurance activities. - Providing regular reports to board meetings, senior management meetings and committees. - Ensuring change is effectively managed, advising on engagement activities or other controls. Please click here to download the Job description for this role. (Right-click and select "Open in new tab" so you can keep the job description open while completing your application) About you The Projects Manager (Corporate) will be flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic. They will have: - Experience managing multiple projects and programmes, working at a senior level. - Excellent communication, stakeholder and relationship management skills, with proven ability to integrate well into a team and build relationships with a diverse group of senior stakeholders, including councillors. - Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary project team, working across services and directorates in a virtual environment, including planning and delivering work to specific timescales. - Ability to problem solve and identify innovative solutions to challenges. - Ability to work effectively, flexibly and constructively with colleagues in a team. What we offer - 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays. - Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable. guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents - Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time. - A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more. - Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership. - Excellent training and development opportunities. - Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance. How to apply Read the job description and person specification before clicking 'Apply' to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact Alaine Clarke, Head of Programmes, Performance and Risk, (phone number removed). System notice: Some dates shown on our online application system (such as "Apply Before") appear in US date format (MM/DD/YYYY) due to Oracle system settings. Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a useful tool to support your application as a reasonable adjustment, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn, escalated to counter Fraud for further investigation and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, this may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, Up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening (Konfir), Up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks and Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening. To deliver Barnet Council's commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work-life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking. Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at (url removed) All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed. Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
Mar 19, 2026
Contractor
Directorate: Strategy & Innovation Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract or Secondment for 12 months Hours: 36 per week Salary: Grade K ( 56,376- 61,653) Location: Hybrid Working Closing Date: Midnight 5th April 2026 About Barnet Council Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative - which drive everything we do. THIS IS A FIXED TERM CONTRACT OR SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS. About the team The Corporate Programmes team works closely with senior managers across the organisation to provide advice and guidance on the council's approach to project and programme management, as well as directly managing and supporting high-profile projects and programmes aligned with the council's key strategic priorities. With the continuing significant financial pressure on the council, the team's focus is on cross-council transformation projects that deliver substantial savings, generate income or other financial benefit. About the role Working closely with the Head of Programmes, Performance and Risk, the Projects Manager (Corporate) will lead on high-profile projects and programmes in support of the council's key strategic priorities, ensuring effective governance and reporting arrangements are in place. They will work collaboratively across multiple service areas, directorates and organisations. Key responsibilities will include: - Defining project scope and leading on the design of business cases, PIDs and project plans. - Ensuring project controls and governance arrangements are in place, including appropriate risk and issue management. - Analysing financial and other resource requirements of projects and programmes. - Ensuring benefit realisation plans are in place and benefits are tracked. - Undertaking gateway reviews and quality assurance activities. - Providing regular reports to board meetings, senior management meetings and committees. - Ensuring change is effectively managed, advising on engagement activities or other controls. Please click here to download the Job description for this role. (Right-click and select "Open in new tab" so you can keep the job description open while completing your application) About you The Projects Manager (Corporate) will be flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic. They will have: - Experience managing multiple projects and programmes, working at a senior level. - Excellent communication, stakeholder and relationship management skills, with proven ability to integrate well into a team and build relationships with a diverse group of senior stakeholders, including councillors. - Ability to lead a multi-disciplinary project team, working across services and directorates in a virtual environment, including planning and delivering work to specific timescales. - Ability to problem solve and identify innovative solutions to challenges. - Ability to work effectively, flexibly and constructively with colleagues in a team. What we offer - 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays. - Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable. guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents - Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time. - A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more. - Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership. - Excellent training and development opportunities. - Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance. How to apply Read the job description and person specification before clicking 'Apply' to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact Alaine Clarke, Head of Programmes, Performance and Risk, (phone number removed). System notice: Some dates shown on our online application system (such as "Apply Before") appear in US date format (MM/DD/YYYY) due to Oracle system settings. Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a useful tool to support your application as a reasonable adjustment, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn, escalated to counter Fraud for further investigation and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, this may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, Up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening (Konfir), Up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks and Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening. To deliver Barnet Council's commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work-life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking. Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at (url removed) All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed. Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. Our Insurance Industry team is recruiting for ambitious and inquisitive Mangers with a specialism in the insurance industry or an interest in specialising in this sector. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. Our Insurance team is made up of specialist with a passion for their sector. Working with many of the Uk's leading insurance Groups we will expand your knowledge, building on your strong foundations in audit. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will; Act as a major point of contact within the firm for the audited entity, together with the Partner. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at senior levels, to develop a strong commercial understanding of the audited entity. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and inform the Partner as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. Our Insurance Industry team is recruiting for ambitious and inquisitive Mangers with a specialism in the insurance industry or an interest in specialising in this sector. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. Our Insurance team is made up of specialist with a passion for their sector. Working with many of the Uk's leading insurance Groups we will expand your knowledge, building on your strong foundations in audit. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You will; Act as a major point of contact within the firm for the audited entity, together with the Partner. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at senior levels, to develop a strong commercial understanding of the audited entity. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and inform the Partner as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
We are seeking a HR Systems, Data & Operations Manager for our customer who is investing in sustainable systems and process evolution for their business and people performance. Client Details Our customer is a high growth private equity-backed business with plans to grow and evolve over the next years. Description This is a newly created role, reporting into the Head of HR, with responsibility for leading HR systems, data integrity and operational delivery across the organisation. The position will act as the backbone of the People function, ensuring that HR systems are optimised, data is accurate and insightful, and operational processes run efficiently and compliantly. While the role has a broad HR operations remit, the clear priority is HR systems, data and analytics - this is the critical area of focus and where the successful candidate will add the most value. You will play a key role in shaping how people data is captured, analysed and used to inform business decision-making, while also leading system improvements and future HR technology projects. Key Responsibilities HR Systems & Data (core focus) Act as system owner for the HRIS, driving optimisation, upgrades and enhancements Ensure high levels of data accuracy, integrity and governance (GDPR compliant) Develop and deliver meaningful people analytics, dashboards and reporting Improve the organisation's ability to leverage data for strategic decision-making Lead on future HR systems roadmap, including potential system selection and implementation HR Operations Oversee end-to-end employee lifecycle processes (onboarding to offboarding) Drive consistency, efficiency and continuous improvement across HR processes Maintain policies, procedures and HR documentation Payroll & Benefits Oversight Manage relationships with outsourced payroll providers, ensuring accuracy and compliance Partner closely with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting Oversee benefits administration, including pensions and healthcare Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with HR, Finance and leadership teams to align data, systems and reporting Provide operational HR support and guidance to managers Contribute to wider transformation and people projects This role is offered on a remote-first basis in the North West, as the candidate will be required to connect with the office on a fortnightly basis. Profile We are looking for a strong HR operations professional with a clear specialism in HR systems, data and analytics, combined with a genuine interest in building efficient, well-run HR processes. You will bring: Proven experience owning and optimising HR systems (HRIS), acting as a true system owner rather than just a user Strong capability in people data, reporting and analytics, with advanced Excel skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful insight Experience ensuring data accuracy, governance and GDPR compliance, with a detail-oriented and methodical approach Confidence working with outsourced payroll providers, with an understanding of payroll processes, controls and stakeholder management A track record of improving systems, processes and ways of working within HR operations Alongside your systems and data expertise, you will also have a clear appreciation for high-quality HR operations and service delivery. This could come from direct ownership or a strong interest in shaping how HR processes are designed and delivered. You are likely to: Take pride in creating structured, efficient and scalable HR processes Have experience across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, contracts, offboarding, policy management) Enjoy bringing consistency, clarity and continuous improvement to HR operations Be motivated by building a "best in class" operational backbone that enables a broader people strategy You will be comfortable operating in an evolving environment where not everything is fully defined, bringing a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, with the ability to build credibility across HR, Finance and the wider business. Experience within a multi-site or operational environment would be advantageous, as would familiarity with HR systems implementation or transformation projects. Job Offer This role pays up to 75,000 per annum (dependant on experience), inclusive of a performance related bonus and a suite of benefits.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a HR Systems, Data & Operations Manager for our customer who is investing in sustainable systems and process evolution for their business and people performance. Client Details Our customer is a high growth private equity-backed business with plans to grow and evolve over the next years. Description This is a newly created role, reporting into the Head of HR, with responsibility for leading HR systems, data integrity and operational delivery across the organisation. The position will act as the backbone of the People function, ensuring that HR systems are optimised, data is accurate and insightful, and operational processes run efficiently and compliantly. While the role has a broad HR operations remit, the clear priority is HR systems, data and analytics - this is the critical area of focus and where the successful candidate will add the most value. You will play a key role in shaping how people data is captured, analysed and used to inform business decision-making, while also leading system improvements and future HR technology projects. Key Responsibilities HR Systems & Data (core focus) Act as system owner for the HRIS, driving optimisation, upgrades and enhancements Ensure high levels of data accuracy, integrity and governance (GDPR compliant) Develop and deliver meaningful people analytics, dashboards and reporting Improve the organisation's ability to leverage data for strategic decision-making Lead on future HR systems roadmap, including potential system selection and implementation HR Operations Oversee end-to-end employee lifecycle processes (onboarding to offboarding) Drive consistency, efficiency and continuous improvement across HR processes Maintain policies, procedures and HR documentation Payroll & Benefits Oversight Manage relationships with outsourced payroll providers, ensuring accuracy and compliance Partner closely with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting Oversee benefits administration, including pensions and healthcare Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with HR, Finance and leadership teams to align data, systems and reporting Provide operational HR support and guidance to managers Contribute to wider transformation and people projects This role is offered on a remote-first basis in the North West, as the candidate will be required to connect with the office on a fortnightly basis. Profile We are looking for a strong HR operations professional with a clear specialism in HR systems, data and analytics, combined with a genuine interest in building efficient, well-run HR processes. You will bring: Proven experience owning and optimising HR systems (HRIS), acting as a true system owner rather than just a user Strong capability in people data, reporting and analytics, with advanced Excel skills and the ability to translate data into meaningful insight Experience ensuring data accuracy, governance and GDPR compliance, with a detail-oriented and methodical approach Confidence working with outsourced payroll providers, with an understanding of payroll processes, controls and stakeholder management A track record of improving systems, processes and ways of working within HR operations Alongside your systems and data expertise, you will also have a clear appreciation for high-quality HR operations and service delivery. This could come from direct ownership or a strong interest in shaping how HR processes are designed and delivered. You are likely to: Take pride in creating structured, efficient and scalable HR processes Have experience across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, contracts, offboarding, policy management) Enjoy bringing consistency, clarity and continuous improvement to HR operations Be motivated by building a "best in class" operational backbone that enables a broader people strategy You will be comfortable operating in an evolving environment where not everything is fully defined, bringing a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, with the ability to build credibility across HR, Finance and the wider business. Experience within a multi-site or operational environment would be advantageous, as would familiarity with HR systems implementation or transformation projects. Job Offer This role pays up to 75,000 per annum (dependant on experience), inclusive of a performance related bonus and a suite of benefits.
Internal Auditor £37,581 per annum + excellent benefits Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working Join us at WWF-UK Assurance and Advisory Officer (Internal Auditor) About the role We re excited to be recruiting for an Internal Auditor, known internally as an Assurance and Advisory Officer to join WWF-UK s Assurance and Advisory Support function. The team provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services that help strengthen WWF-UK s operations and add value across both our UK activities and the international projects we support. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the function helps identify and manage risk, improve systems and controls, and support WWF-UK in delivering its mission effectively and responsibly. In this role you will plan and deliver end-to-end assurance and advisory reviews, from planning and risk assessment through to reporting findings and agreeing management actions. Your work will help identify potential risks and opportunities for improvement across a range of organisational processes, including regular assurance over fundraising activities and internal systems. You will work closely with teams across WWF-UK and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. You will communicate findings clearly through written reports and discussions with managers, ensuring actions are agreed and implemented to strengthen systems of internal control and risk management. The role also contributes to WWF s global assurance work. The team is an active member of the WWF Network Internal Audit Group (NIAG), collaborating with audit teams across the wider WWF network to share information, coordinate reviews and maximise assurance across the organisation. Depending on experience, the role may also involve supporting or leading international country office reviews. This may require international travel for up to four weeks per year. As part of the team you will work in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics, while contributing to the continuous improvement of the function s processes and tools. Skills and experience You ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including: Essential Substantial experience undertaking internal audit reviews, including planning, fieldwork, testing controls and reporting findings Demonstrable understanding of risk-based internal auditing across financial and non-financial systems Experience analysing complex information and providing clear, practical recommendations to strengthen risk management and internal controls Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly to a range of stakeholders Strong report writing and documentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to build effective working relationships across teams and functions Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team Good analytical and IT skills, including the use of Excel for data analysis Ability to undertake assurance reviews with integrity, objectivity and professionalism in line with internal audit standards and ethics Willingness and ability to travel internationally for up to four weeks per year Desirable Experience of internal auditing within the not-for-profit sector or international organisations Professional qualification as a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) or qualified/part-qualified CCAB accountant, or equivalent Experience conducting assurance reviews in international or multi-country environments Understanding of cultural sensitivities when working with colleagues and partners across different countries and contexts Experience supporting investigations into identified risks or control issues What we offer We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here s what you can expect: Annual leave starting at 26 days a year pro-rated, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays Flexible working options, to support your work life balance 5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution Learning and development opportunities to help you grow Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness. This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you ll hot desk among trees and gardens. About WWF-UK We're a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world. At WWF-UK, we re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what s left isn t enough. We re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it s a race we can win with everyone s help. We re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with. How to apply Click the link to apply via our website. You ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you ll be a great addition to WWF-UK. Our Diversity Promise to You At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We don t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. We re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. So, if there s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website. Safeguarding Commitment Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter. Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent. We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting. If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
Internal Auditor £37,581 per annum + excellent benefits Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working Join us at WWF-UK Assurance and Advisory Officer (Internal Auditor) About the role We re excited to be recruiting for an Internal Auditor, known internally as an Assurance and Advisory Officer to join WWF-UK s Assurance and Advisory Support function. The team provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services that help strengthen WWF-UK s operations and add value across both our UK activities and the international projects we support. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the function helps identify and manage risk, improve systems and controls, and support WWF-UK in delivering its mission effectively and responsibly. In this role you will plan and deliver end-to-end assurance and advisory reviews, from planning and risk assessment through to reporting findings and agreeing management actions. Your work will help identify potential risks and opportunities for improvement across a range of organisational processes, including regular assurance over fundraising activities and internal systems. You will work closely with teams across WWF-UK and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. You will communicate findings clearly through written reports and discussions with managers, ensuring actions are agreed and implemented to strengthen systems of internal control and risk management. The role also contributes to WWF s global assurance work. The team is an active member of the WWF Network Internal Audit Group (NIAG), collaborating with audit teams across the wider WWF network to share information, coordinate reviews and maximise assurance across the organisation. Depending on experience, the role may also involve supporting or leading international country office reviews. This may require international travel for up to four weeks per year. As part of the team you will work in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors Code of Ethics, while contributing to the continuous improvement of the function s processes and tools. Skills and experience You ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including: Essential Substantial experience undertaking internal audit reviews, including planning, fieldwork, testing controls and reporting findings Demonstrable understanding of risk-based internal auditing across financial and non-financial systems Experience analysing complex information and providing clear, practical recommendations to strengthen risk management and internal controls Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly to a range of stakeholders Strong report writing and documentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to build effective working relationships across teams and functions Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team Good analytical and IT skills, including the use of Excel for data analysis Ability to undertake assurance reviews with integrity, objectivity and professionalism in line with internal audit standards and ethics Willingness and ability to travel internationally for up to four weeks per year Desirable Experience of internal auditing within the not-for-profit sector or international organisations Professional qualification as a Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) or qualified/part-qualified CCAB accountant, or equivalent Experience conducting assurance reviews in international or multi-country environments Understanding of cultural sensitivities when working with colleagues and partners across different countries and contexts Experience supporting investigations into identified risks or control issues What we offer We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here s what you can expect: Annual leave starting at 26 days a year pro-rated, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays Flexible working options, to support your work life balance 5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution Learning and development opportunities to help you grow Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness. This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you ll hot desk among trees and gardens. About WWF-UK We're a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world. At WWF-UK, we re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what s left isn t enough. We re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it s a race we can win with everyone s help. We re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with. How to apply Click the link to apply via our website. You ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you ll be a great addition to WWF-UK. Our Diversity Promise to You At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We don t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. We re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. So, if there s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website. Safeguarding Commitment Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter. Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent. We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting. If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
Reporting into the People and Reward function, this role will take ownership of payroll and benefits operations while managing the transition of payroll services to an outsourced model. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and seamless implementation of new processes and systems. This role offers the chance to shape payroll operations, introduce efficiencies, and deliver improvements to payroll and benefits administration across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Lead the transition of payroll operations to a fully outsourced payroll provider. Manage end-to-end payroll processes while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Drive payroll transformation initiatives from planning through implementation. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure smooth payroll delivery. Analyse and streamline payroll processes to improve efficiency and controls. Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and year-end processes. Oversee the administration of employee benefits and benefits platforms. Maintain relationships with benefit providers and brokers. Ensure payroll and benefits processes remain compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance on payroll and benefits queries across the business. This role will suit someone who brings: Significant experience managing payroll operations and benefits administration . Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements . Experience delivering payroll change or transformation projects . Confidence working with payroll systems and outsourced payroll providers. Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally. Strong analytical capability with attention to detail and accuracy. A proactive mindset with the ability to balance project work alongside operational delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll & Benefits professional looking to lead meaningful change within a complex organisation. You will play a key role in modernising payroll operations while ensuring high-quality service delivery for employees across multiple locations. A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and flexible working arrangements are offered.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
Reporting into the People and Reward function, this role will take ownership of payroll and benefits operations while managing the transition of payroll services to an outsourced model. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and seamless implementation of new processes and systems. This role offers the chance to shape payroll operations, introduce efficiencies, and deliver improvements to payroll and benefits administration across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Lead the transition of payroll operations to a fully outsourced payroll provider. Manage end-to-end payroll processes while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Drive payroll transformation initiatives from planning through implementation. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure smooth payroll delivery. Analyse and streamline payroll processes to improve efficiency and controls. Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and year-end processes. Oversee the administration of employee benefits and benefits platforms. Maintain relationships with benefit providers and brokers. Ensure payroll and benefits processes remain compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance on payroll and benefits queries across the business. This role will suit someone who brings: Significant experience managing payroll operations and benefits administration . Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements . Experience delivering payroll change or transformation projects . Confidence working with payroll systems and outsourced payroll providers. Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally. Strong analytical capability with attention to detail and accuracy. A proactive mindset with the ability to balance project work alongside operational delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll & Benefits professional looking to lead meaningful change within a complex organisation. You will play a key role in modernising payroll operations while ensuring high-quality service delivery for employees across multiple locations. A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and flexible working arrangements are offered.
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Permanent, 3 days in office near London Bridge station Salary is up to £70k + £4,700 flex fund + other benefits You will take a leading role across a range of projects to build a broad range of expertise and be passionate about delivering value and insights to your clients. You'll invest time in building your client relationship network and thrive on taking on new challenges in unfamiliar situations. The skills and experience we're looking for: Experience working within financial services risk and control projects from a consulting and retail banking Broad understanding of requirements in relation to risk management and control frameworks Experience working with senior stakeholders, developing effective working relationships and providing insightful management information Technical and practical experience related to non-financial risk management and controls (such as review and design of controls, Sarbanes-Oxley preferred) A willingness to learn new skills and help develop and innovate new client propositions A proven track record of working successfully with teams to deliver change projects, including monitoring engagement progress and budgets Experience managing small teams of junior staff and contributing to the development of your own and the team's technical acumen Strong commercial awareness, sound reporting skills and experience leading teams whilst working under your own initiative Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (prior experience in visual presentation and report writing is preferred) to effectively communicate key messages to different levels of stakeholders Ability to work under pressure, deal with ambiguity and be agile across a range of projects in financial services Ability to apply good judgement during engagements and escalate issues appropriately Strong attention to detail, including robust analysis and presentation skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI/Tableau)
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
Permanent, 3 days in office near London Bridge station Salary is up to £70k + £4,700 flex fund + other benefits You will take a leading role across a range of projects to build a broad range of expertise and be passionate about delivering value and insights to your clients. You'll invest time in building your client relationship network and thrive on taking on new challenges in unfamiliar situations. The skills and experience we're looking for: Experience working within financial services risk and control projects from a consulting and retail banking Broad understanding of requirements in relation to risk management and control frameworks Experience working with senior stakeholders, developing effective working relationships and providing insightful management information Technical and practical experience related to non-financial risk management and controls (such as review and design of controls, Sarbanes-Oxley preferred) A willingness to learn new skills and help develop and innovate new client propositions A proven track record of working successfully with teams to deliver change projects, including monitoring engagement progress and budgets Experience managing small teams of junior staff and contributing to the development of your own and the team's technical acumen Strong commercial awareness, sound reporting skills and experience leading teams whilst working under your own initiative Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (prior experience in visual presentation and report writing is preferred) to effectively communicate key messages to different levels of stakeholders Ability to work under pressure, deal with ambiguity and be agile across a range of projects in financial services Ability to apply good judgement during engagements and escalate issues appropriately Strong attention to detail, including robust analysis and presentation skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI/Tableau)
The Programme Manager / Head of Programme Delivery is a senior leader within the Estates & Facilities (E&F) Directorate, responsible for overseeing the planning, governance, and delivery of the University's capital and strategic programmes. Client Details The University of East London is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the global capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential. Description Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Influence Act as a senior leader within E&F, shaping and embedding a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all programme and project delivery activities. Provide visible leadership and direction across the department, modelling One Team values and supporting the alignment of project delivery with Vision 2028 priorities. Influence and support senior stakeholders, including University Executive Board members, to ensure that estates development and investment decisions are evidence-based, affordable, and strategically aligned. Act as the lead interface between programme teams, governance boards, and the wider University community, ensuring transparency, communication, and collective ownership of delivery outcomes. Programme and Project Delivery Lead the successful delivery of the University's capital programmes, ensuring adherence to governance processes, timescales, and budgets. Develop and implement effective programme controls, including risk management, reporting, benefits tracking, and gateway assurance. Oversee performance across multiple workstreams, identifying opportunities to streamline delivery and improve value for money. Support project managers to achieve consistently high standards of delivery, providing guidance, mentoring, and constructive challenge. Lead the coordination of complex programmes that involve multiple interdependent projects and stakeholders. Profile Essential criteria; Substantial experience in Programme & Project Management related office environment (RIBA Workplan) Substantial experience on high value project and cost management of new building and development projects and fast track refurbishment (A/I) Experience of dealing with property related transactions (i.e., Lease / acquisition, etc) (A/I) Experience of effectively dealing with customers in a complex organisation with multiple internal and external stakeholders at all levels (A/I Desirable criteria; Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and issues relating to construction and estates development. (A/I) Experience of working in the higher education sector. (A/I) Experience of developing the strategic aims and goals of a government institution as well as change management at a strategic level within a public sector environment. (A/I) Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 75,000 to 90,000 GBP. 30 days of annual leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Generous 20% pension contributions. A permanent position in a well-established not-for-profit organisation. Opportunity to lead impactful construction projects in London. If you are ready to take on this rewarding opportunity as a Head of Programme Management in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
The Programme Manager / Head of Programme Delivery is a senior leader within the Estates & Facilities (E&F) Directorate, responsible for overseeing the planning, governance, and delivery of the University's capital and strategic programmes. Client Details The University of East London is one of the most diverse and vibrant universities in the global capital. Our pioneering and forward-thinking vision is making a positive and significant impact to the communities we serve, inspiring both our staff and students to reach their full potential. Description Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Influence Act as a senior leader within E&F, shaping and embedding a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all programme and project delivery activities. Provide visible leadership and direction across the department, modelling One Team values and supporting the alignment of project delivery with Vision 2028 priorities. Influence and support senior stakeholders, including University Executive Board members, to ensure that estates development and investment decisions are evidence-based, affordable, and strategically aligned. Act as the lead interface between programme teams, governance boards, and the wider University community, ensuring transparency, communication, and collective ownership of delivery outcomes. Programme and Project Delivery Lead the successful delivery of the University's capital programmes, ensuring adherence to governance processes, timescales, and budgets. Develop and implement effective programme controls, including risk management, reporting, benefits tracking, and gateway assurance. Oversee performance across multiple workstreams, identifying opportunities to streamline delivery and improve value for money. Support project managers to achieve consistently high standards of delivery, providing guidance, mentoring, and constructive challenge. Lead the coordination of complex programmes that involve multiple interdependent projects and stakeholders. Profile Essential criteria; Substantial experience in Programme & Project Management related office environment (RIBA Workplan) Substantial experience on high value project and cost management of new building and development projects and fast track refurbishment (A/I) Experience of dealing with property related transactions (i.e., Lease / acquisition, etc) (A/I) Experience of effectively dealing with customers in a complex organisation with multiple internal and external stakeholders at all levels (A/I Desirable criteria; Knowledge of current health and safety legislation and issues relating to construction and estates development. (A/I) Experience of working in the higher education sector. (A/I) Experience of developing the strategic aims and goals of a government institution as well as change management at a strategic level within a public sector environment. (A/I) Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 75,000 to 90,000 GBP. 30 days of annual leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Generous 20% pension contributions. A permanent position in a well-established not-for-profit organisation. Opportunity to lead impactful construction projects in London. If you are ready to take on this rewarding opportunity as a Head of Programme Management in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today.
Job Title: Environmental Consultant Location: Immingham, Rye House, Damhead Creek or Shoreham Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, 2 years Salary: 65,000- 68,000 Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive plan, 25 Holidays About VPI VPI is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition. We bring together expertise in trading, operations, and engineering to identify and anticipate challenges that will emerge as the energy transition unfolds. We then act to solve them. Today, our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects. Together, these assets deliver decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses. The Role Are you an experienced Environmental Consultant ready to make a tangible impact on major UK energy projects? Join VPI as we continue to evolve and ensure our development sites meet environmental standards and regulatory requirements. This role supports the Environment Manager to ensure sites are fully consented, integrated into certified management systems, and compliant with permit conditions. You'll work closely with construction and development teams to ensure adherence to CEMP and operational teams to meet BAT and regulatory guidance prior to handover. Regular travel to various sites and projects is required. Key Responsibilities Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on environmental legislation relevant to VPI activities, including construction. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, representing VPI's interests with regulators (EA, Energy UK, JEP Members). Identify and interpret emerging environmental legislative requirements (UK, EU, Ireland) and communicate implications for assets and projects. Develop and implement the Integrated Management System (IMS) ensuring compliance with ISO14001 & ISO9001 standards, including audits and IMS plans. Audit construction and combustion activities. Support applications and variations of permits, licenses, and consents. Assist sites with compliance, audits, certifications, and complaint handling. Ensure systems and processes are in place for compliance and reporting on environmental legislation, permits, and standards. Lead HSE site tours at development sites, report findings, and track actions. Maintain the environmental risk register and ensure adequate controls are implemented. Manage contracts for specialist environmental works and external consultants. Provide training, coaching, and advice to develop environmental competence across the business. Deliver timely reporting of business-critical information (BSC, management review, IMS plan, risk reviews, sustainability reporting). Skills, Knowledge and Experience Degree in an environmentally focused discipline. 3+ years of environmental management experience in an industrial setting. SME in environmental legislation relating to IED installations. Lead auditor qualification. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build effective relationships. Experience working with regulators and auditors. Working knowledge of health & safety and responsibilities for setting people to work. Minimum Requirements Full UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly to VPI locations. Degree leading to professional membership accreditation. Experience in senior management and compliance roles within thermal power stations or similar, with sound commercial knowledge of financial, procurement, and contractual processes. Why Join VPI? Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to grow, VPI provides structured development pathways. VPI offers competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long-term incentive plan, and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Mar 18, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Environmental Consultant Location: Immingham, Rye House, Damhead Creek or Shoreham Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, 2 years Salary: 65,000- 68,000 Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive plan, 25 Holidays About VPI VPI is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition. We bring together expertise in trading, operations, and engineering to identify and anticipate challenges that will emerge as the energy transition unfolds. We then act to solve them. Today, our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects. Together, these assets deliver decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses. The Role Are you an experienced Environmental Consultant ready to make a tangible impact on major UK energy projects? Join VPI as we continue to evolve and ensure our development sites meet environmental standards and regulatory requirements. This role supports the Environment Manager to ensure sites are fully consented, integrated into certified management systems, and compliant with permit conditions. You'll work closely with construction and development teams to ensure adherence to CEMP and operational teams to meet BAT and regulatory guidance prior to handover. Regular travel to various sites and projects is required. Key Responsibilities Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on environmental legislation relevant to VPI activities, including construction. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, representing VPI's interests with regulators (EA, Energy UK, JEP Members). Identify and interpret emerging environmental legislative requirements (UK, EU, Ireland) and communicate implications for assets and projects. Develop and implement the Integrated Management System (IMS) ensuring compliance with ISO14001 & ISO9001 standards, including audits and IMS plans. Audit construction and combustion activities. Support applications and variations of permits, licenses, and consents. Assist sites with compliance, audits, certifications, and complaint handling. Ensure systems and processes are in place for compliance and reporting on environmental legislation, permits, and standards. Lead HSE site tours at development sites, report findings, and track actions. Maintain the environmental risk register and ensure adequate controls are implemented. Manage contracts for specialist environmental works and external consultants. Provide training, coaching, and advice to develop environmental competence across the business. Deliver timely reporting of business-critical information (BSC, management review, IMS plan, risk reviews, sustainability reporting). Skills, Knowledge and Experience Degree in an environmentally focused discipline. 3+ years of environmental management experience in an industrial setting. SME in environmental legislation relating to IED installations. Lead auditor qualification. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build effective relationships. Experience working with regulators and auditors. Working knowledge of health & safety and responsibilities for setting people to work. Minimum Requirements Full UK driving licence and ability to travel regularly to VPI locations. Degree leading to professional membership accreditation. Experience in senior management and compliance roles within thermal power stations or similar, with sound commercial knowledge of financial, procurement, and contractual processes. Why Join VPI? Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to grow, VPI provides structured development pathways. VPI offers competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long-term incentive plan, and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Job Title: Finance Officer Overview The Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting the firm's financial operations, ensuring accurate day-to-day accounting processes and maintaining strong financial controls. The role covers accounts payable and receivable, banking, compliance, reporting, and support with budgeting and financial planning. The Finance Officer will contribute to both short- and long-term financial stability while ensuring adherence to regulatory and professional standards. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting Manage day-to-day accounts payable and receivable transactions. Perform daily bank reconciliations and oversee banking activities. Prepare weekly cashflow reports, including projected cashflow and income analysis. Handle financial completions, including CHAPS and BACS payments (incoming and outgoing) and verification of completion statements. Process payments and receipts via online banking, cheque, and debit card. Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. Maintain an effective credit control system in the absence of the Operations Finance Manager. Compliance and Audit Oversee the financial elements of the file opening process, ensuring Client Risk & Assessment Forms and ID documentation are complete and conducting AML checks where required. Manage the financial aspects of the file closure process, ensuring account ledgers are reconciled and completing the relevant finance documentation. Support compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and legal sector requirements. Prepare documentation and information for external auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies as required. Budgeting and Forecasting Prepare financial reports for senior management, including work in progress (WIP) and billing reports. Work closely with Finance Managers to monitor performance against budget. Support the Strategic Finance Manager in preparing firm-wide budgets and contributing to financial planning initiatives. Client Management and Administration Respond to internal accounts queries and provide support on finance-related matters. Process client payments over the phone and in person, handling related finance queries professionally and efficiently. Provide administrative support to the Finance team, including filing and scanning as required. Skills and Experience Proven experience in a finance administration or finance officer role, with the ability to manage daily accounting tasks independently. Minimum AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification (or equivalent), such as ILFM, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or currently studying towards a recognised accounting qualification. Experience working in a regulated environment (knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules or the legal sector is advantageous but not essential). Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively. Proactive approach with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Experience with legal accounting software is desirable but not essential. This role would suit a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional who thrives in a structured, regulated environment and is keen to contribute to the continued financial success of the firm. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance Officer Overview The Finance Officer plays a key role in supporting the firm's financial operations, ensuring accurate day-to-day accounting processes and maintaining strong financial controls. The role covers accounts payable and receivable, banking, compliance, reporting, and support with budgeting and financial planning. The Finance Officer will contribute to both short- and long-term financial stability while ensuring adherence to regulatory and professional standards. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting Manage day-to-day accounts payable and receivable transactions. Perform daily bank reconciliations and oversee banking activities. Prepare weekly cashflow reports, including projected cashflow and income analysis. Handle financial completions, including CHAPS and BACS payments (incoming and outgoing) and verification of completion statements. Process payments and receipts via online banking, cheque, and debit card. Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. Maintain an effective credit control system in the absence of the Operations Finance Manager. Compliance and Audit Oversee the financial elements of the file opening process, ensuring Client Risk & Assessment Forms and ID documentation are complete and conducting AML checks where required. Manage the financial aspects of the file closure process, ensuring account ledgers are reconciled and completing the relevant finance documentation. Support compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and legal sector requirements. Prepare documentation and information for external auditors, accountants, and regulatory bodies as required. Budgeting and Forecasting Prepare financial reports for senior management, including work in progress (WIP) and billing reports. Work closely with Finance Managers to monitor performance against budget. Support the Strategic Finance Manager in preparing firm-wide budgets and contributing to financial planning initiatives. Client Management and Administration Respond to internal accounts queries and provide support on finance-related matters. Process client payments over the phone and in person, handling related finance queries professionally and efficiently. Provide administrative support to the Finance team, including filing and scanning as required. Skills and Experience Proven experience in a finance administration or finance officer role, with the ability to manage daily accounting tasks independently. Minimum AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification (or equivalent), such as ILFM, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or currently studying towards a recognised accounting qualification. Experience working in a regulated environment (knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules or the legal sector is advantageous but not essential). Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively. Proactive approach with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Experience with legal accounting software is desirable but not essential. This role would suit a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional who thrives in a structured, regulated environment and is keen to contribute to the continued financial success of the firm. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.