Senior Manager - M&A Technology and AI Advisory London (Hybrid) £95,000 to £110,000 What You'll Do Lead Technology Due Diligence projects with a strong focus on AI capability, data maturity and architecture. Assess technology landscapes within target organisations and identify clear value creation opportunities click apply for full job details
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager - M&A Technology and AI Advisory London (Hybrid) £95,000 to £110,000 What You'll Do Lead Technology Due Diligence projects with a strong focus on AI capability, data maturity and architecture. Assess technology landscapes within target organisations and identify clear value creation opportunities click apply for full job details
SAP Retail Architect (S/4HANA) Salary: Up to £120,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Leeds - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: Permanent A globally established organisation is seeking an experienced SAP Retail Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-wide SAP solutions within a large-scale S/4HANA transformation programme. This role will focus on defining and governing end-to-end retail architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, integrated and aligned to business strategy across complex omnichannel and supply chain environments. Responsibilities for the SAP Retail Architect: Define and lead end-to-end SAP Retail architecture across S/4HANA and integrated platforms Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints across business, application, data and integration layers Design scalable solutions across merchandising, pricing, promotions, inventory and store operations Oversee SAP retail landscapes including S/4HANA Retail, CAR, F&R and POS integrations Define integration strategies across SAP and non-SAP systems (POS, eCommerce, WMS, CRM, finance platforms) Guide implementation of integrations using IDocs, APIs, OData, PI/PO and SAP BTP Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with digital transformation and cloud strategies Lead architecture governance, including design reviews and solution assurance Support RFP processes, vendor selection and technology decisions Essential Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Strong experience as an SAP Architect within retail environments Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Retail and supply chain solutions Experience across omnichannel retail architecture and integrated platforms Strong understanding of SAP integration technologies (PI/PO, APIs, SAP BTP) Experience designing enterprise architecture across multiple domains Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to influence at senior level Desirable Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Experience with SAP CAR, F&R, IBP or APO Exposure to POS, eCommerce and loyalty platforms TOGAF or relevant architecture certifications Experience working within large-scale retail organisations If you are an experienced SAP Architect looking to lead enterprise-level retail transformation within a complex S/4HANA environment, this role offers the opportunity to shape architecture across a major programme.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
SAP Retail Architect (S/4HANA) Salary: Up to £120,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Leeds - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: Permanent A globally established organisation is seeking an experienced SAP Retail Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-wide SAP solutions within a large-scale S/4HANA transformation programme. This role will focus on defining and governing end-to-end retail architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, integrated and aligned to business strategy across complex omnichannel and supply chain environments. Responsibilities for the SAP Retail Architect: Define and lead end-to-end SAP Retail architecture across S/4HANA and integrated platforms Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints across business, application, data and integration layers Design scalable solutions across merchandising, pricing, promotions, inventory and store operations Oversee SAP retail landscapes including S/4HANA Retail, CAR, F&R and POS integrations Define integration strategies across SAP and non-SAP systems (POS, eCommerce, WMS, CRM, finance platforms) Guide implementation of integrations using IDocs, APIs, OData, PI/PO and SAP BTP Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with digital transformation and cloud strategies Lead architecture governance, including design reviews and solution assurance Support RFP processes, vendor selection and technology decisions Essential Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Strong experience as an SAP Architect within retail environments Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Retail and supply chain solutions Experience across omnichannel retail architecture and integrated platforms Strong understanding of SAP integration technologies (PI/PO, APIs, SAP BTP) Experience designing enterprise architecture across multiple domains Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to influence at senior level Desirable Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Experience with SAP CAR, F&R, IBP or APO Exposure to POS, eCommerce and loyalty platforms TOGAF or relevant architecture certifications Experience working within large-scale retail organisations If you are an experienced SAP Architect looking to lead enterprise-level retail transformation within a complex S/4HANA environment, this role offers the opportunity to shape architecture across a major programme.
Senior Network Engineer. Location: West London with 4/5 days onsite Full Time Permanent: Salary 70k - 85k pending on experience We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer with strong Arista experience to join the IT team, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing the global network infrastructure. You will ensure network stability, security, and efficiency across our operations while driving improvements and innovation. Responsibilities: Contribute to the design and implementation of the global networking roadmap. Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot the global network. Be the focal point for all issues relating to the global network and networking security events. Analyse and resolve alerts from Security Events, Information Management tools, Network Behaviour Analytics, and network monitoring incidents. Create/modify configurations on Switches, Routers and Firewalls. Ensure quality assurance for Incident and Change requests, oversee the implementation of changes, and guarantee that information is accurately captured and maintained. Use packet-capture tools, analyse packet flows and utilise network-based User Behaviour Analytics to understand breaches and track the propagation of malware. Use Threat Intelligence Services to identify potential new threats and develop new mitigations. Actively engage with our colleagues overseas to enhance our shared understanding of security threats and discover innovative ways to elevate the IT function. Essential: 5+ years of network design and implementation experience (Data Centre, Campus, Wi-Fi, Security). Expertise in routing, switching, and network architecture. Industry certifications - Any of the following - (Arista ACE 3-7, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, PCNSA, PCNSE). Experience with network security architecture (Zones and Policy) Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Enjoys research into emerging threats in the security landscape and identifying and analysing real-world threats Desirable: Experience in Azure networking and security A strong desire to utilise your skills in ways that contribute to the improvement of the global IT function. Proficiency in both written and spoken French is a plus
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Network Engineer. Location: West London with 4/5 days onsite Full Time Permanent: Salary 70k - 85k pending on experience We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer with strong Arista experience to join the IT team, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing the global network infrastructure. You will ensure network stability, security, and efficiency across our operations while driving improvements and innovation. Responsibilities: Contribute to the design and implementation of the global networking roadmap. Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot the global network. Be the focal point for all issues relating to the global network and networking security events. Analyse and resolve alerts from Security Events, Information Management tools, Network Behaviour Analytics, and network monitoring incidents. Create/modify configurations on Switches, Routers and Firewalls. Ensure quality assurance for Incident and Change requests, oversee the implementation of changes, and guarantee that information is accurately captured and maintained. Use packet-capture tools, analyse packet flows and utilise network-based User Behaviour Analytics to understand breaches and track the propagation of malware. Use Threat Intelligence Services to identify potential new threats and develop new mitigations. Actively engage with our colleagues overseas to enhance our shared understanding of security threats and discover innovative ways to elevate the IT function. Essential: 5+ years of network design and implementation experience (Data Centre, Campus, Wi-Fi, Security). Expertise in routing, switching, and network architecture. Industry certifications - Any of the following - (Arista ACE 3-7, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, PCNSA, PCNSE). Experience with network security architecture (Zones and Policy) Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Enjoys research into emerging threats in the security landscape and identifying and analysing real-world threats Desirable: Experience in Azure networking and security A strong desire to utilise your skills in ways that contribute to the improvement of the global IT function. Proficiency in both written and spoken French is a plus
Covering Manchester and Northampton Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer. The Brand Director is a visionary leader responsible for the global health, perception, and emotional resonance of the brand, where you will move beyond execution to architect the long-term brand roadmap, ensuring our "challenger" spirit is felt at every touchpoint of the customer journey. • Global Brand Vision: Define and implement the multi-year brand strategy, as the leading challenger brand in the travel sector across all current and future markets. • Strategic Leadership: Oversee the integration of brand narrative across Social, PR, and Influencer channels, ensuring these functions serve the broader brand goal of building trust and cultural fame. • Commercial Synergy: Partner closely with Performance Marketing, Product, and Commercial leads to ensure brand investments drive long-term consideration and lower customer acquisition costs. • International Scaling: Develop the "playbook" for brand entry and growth in new markets, balancing global consistency with the local nuance required to win in diverse cultural landscapes. • Creative Excellence: Act as the ultimate bar-setter for creative output, pushing the internal team and agency partners to deliver work that is "playful, devoted, and joyful." • Reputation & Trust: Lead the strategy for brand reputation and high-level PR, ensuring maintains a position of authority and trust in an evolving AI-driven travel landscape. • Budget & ROI Ownership: Manage the total brand budget, establishing sophisticated measurement frameworks that prove the impact of brand equity on the bottom line. • Mentorship & Culture: Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of "creative confidence" where big ideas are encouraged and data-informed decision-making is the norm. must be a graduate calibre candidate. • Seasoned Brand Architect: You have a proven track record of leading brand strategy at a senior level for high-growth, consumer-facing brands. • Challenger Mindset: You know how to make a brand have impact, through creativity and cultural agility rather than just outspending the competition. • Strategic Clarity: You excel at translating complex business goals into simple, inspiring brand directions that align the entire organization. • Cultural Fluency: You have an innate "pulse" on culture; you understand how brands stay relevant in a fast-moving social and digital world without losing their core identity. • Analytical Rigour: You are comfortable with data and can navigate the tension between "gut-feel" creativity and performance metrics. • Exceptional Influencer: You are a master at stakeholder management, capable of advocating for brand investment at the Board/Executive level and building cross-functional alliances. • A background in "disruptor" brands that have successfully challenged legacy incumbents. • Experience overseeing high-budget integrated campaigns (TV, OOH, Digital) alongside organic community-led growth. • Global Perspective: Experience managing brands across multiple international markets, with a deep understanding of localizing brand sentiment.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Covering Manchester and Northampton Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer. The Brand Director is a visionary leader responsible for the global health, perception, and emotional resonance of the brand, where you will move beyond execution to architect the long-term brand roadmap, ensuring our "challenger" spirit is felt at every touchpoint of the customer journey. • Global Brand Vision: Define and implement the multi-year brand strategy, as the leading challenger brand in the travel sector across all current and future markets. • Strategic Leadership: Oversee the integration of brand narrative across Social, PR, and Influencer channels, ensuring these functions serve the broader brand goal of building trust and cultural fame. • Commercial Synergy: Partner closely with Performance Marketing, Product, and Commercial leads to ensure brand investments drive long-term consideration and lower customer acquisition costs. • International Scaling: Develop the "playbook" for brand entry and growth in new markets, balancing global consistency with the local nuance required to win in diverse cultural landscapes. • Creative Excellence: Act as the ultimate bar-setter for creative output, pushing the internal team and agency partners to deliver work that is "playful, devoted, and joyful." • Reputation & Trust: Lead the strategy for brand reputation and high-level PR, ensuring maintains a position of authority and trust in an evolving AI-driven travel landscape. • Budget & ROI Ownership: Manage the total brand budget, establishing sophisticated measurement frameworks that prove the impact of brand equity on the bottom line. • Mentorship & Culture: Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of "creative confidence" where big ideas are encouraged and data-informed decision-making is the norm. must be a graduate calibre candidate. • Seasoned Brand Architect: You have a proven track record of leading brand strategy at a senior level for high-growth, consumer-facing brands. • Challenger Mindset: You know how to make a brand have impact, through creativity and cultural agility rather than just outspending the competition. • Strategic Clarity: You excel at translating complex business goals into simple, inspiring brand directions that align the entire organization. • Cultural Fluency: You have an innate "pulse" on culture; you understand how brands stay relevant in a fast-moving social and digital world without losing their core identity. • Analytical Rigour: You are comfortable with data and can navigate the tension between "gut-feel" creativity and performance metrics. • Exceptional Influencer: You are a master at stakeholder management, capable of advocating for brand investment at the Board/Executive level and building cross-functional alliances. • A background in "disruptor" brands that have successfully challenged legacy incumbents. • Experience overseeing high-budget integrated campaigns (TV, OOH, Digital) alongside organic community-led growth. • Global Perspective: Experience managing brands across multiple international markets, with a deep understanding of localizing brand sentiment.
Google and Slack SME - London and remote - 8 months+/RATE: £350 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Google and Slack SME. For this role you will need to be onsite in London 2-3 days per week. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: This is for a large scale, multi year transformation programme focused on modernising collaboration tools, ensuring platform resilience, and supporting strategic carve out scenarios across the organisation. As part of this journey, we are seeking a highly skilled Google & Slack Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will play a critical role in shaping, evaluating, and governing technical solutions related to Google Workspace, Slack, and associated integration ecosystems. This role sits at the intersection of technology architecture, collaboration tooling strategy, and programme delivery, ensuring the customer maintains a secure, compliant, and scalable posture while transitioning or integrating collaboration platforms within the programme. Key Responsibilities 1. Platform Expertise & Solution Architecture Serve as the primary SME for all matters related to Google Workspace, Slack, and cross platform integrations (eg, identity, security, messaging, workflow automation). Provide technical direction on platform assessments, migrations, coexistence architectures, and operational design. Define future state collaboration architecture aligned to transformation programme objectives and enterprise standards. 2. Requirements Discovery & Technical Analysis Lead discovery workshops with business stakeholders, engineering teams, security, and risk partners. Analyse existing end user collaboration landscapes, identify gaps, and assess platform readiness for transformation or separation scenarios. Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements and architectural artefacts. 3. Integration & Migration Design Define integration patterns between Slack, Google Workspace, and core systems (IAM, DLP, monitoring, workflow tools, etc.). Provide hands-on guidance for designing: o Slack enterprise grid configurations o Google Workspace sharing controls & governance o Identity & access management integrations o API based automation or workflow integration Support data residency, compliance, and retention requirements during migration or carve out activities. 4. Governance, Security, and Risk Alignment Ensure all solutions meet the customer's security, regulatory, and audit requirements. Provide design assurance through governance forums and architectural review boards. Identify platform risks early and propose mitigation strategies aligned to programme timelines. 5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Programme Delivery Act as a bridge between enterprise architecture, delivery teams, business stakeholders, and third party vendors. Support delivery leads in sequencing platform activities as part of the broader transformation roadmap. Contribute to programme level documentation, dependency tracking, and risk/issue management relating to collaboration platforms. Essential Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Deep, hands on experience with Slack Enterprise Grid including: o workspace strategy o enterprise key management o user provisioning/integration o DLP, eDiscovery, retention, compliance Strong understanding of Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, IAM, Admin Console, shared drives). Experience designing integration patterns using APIs, event frameworks, and third party connectors. Strong understanding of enterprise security controls, identity management (SAML/OAuth), and platform governance. Programme & Architecture Experience Proven track record in large scale transformation programmes (ideally in financial services). Experience working on carve outs, separation programmes, or platform migrations. Ability to define roadmaps, architectural models, and target-state designs. Stakeholder & Communication Skills Ability to influence and communicate complex technical topics with senior stakeholders. Comfortable engaging with CISO, architecture boards, delivery leads, operations, and business functions. Desirable Qualifications/Experience Google Workspace Admin or Technology certifications. Slack Certified Admin or Slack Certified Consultant. Experience with Atlassian, O365, or cross collaboration tooling ecosystems. Architectural certifications (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.). Prior experience in a global bank or highly regulated industry. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
Apr 16, 2026
Contractor
Google and Slack SME - London and remote - 8 months+/RATE: £350 per day inside IR35 One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Google and Slack SME. For this role you will need to be onsite in London 2-3 days per week. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR BPSS MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: This is for a large scale, multi year transformation programme focused on modernising collaboration tools, ensuring platform resilience, and supporting strategic carve out scenarios across the organisation. As part of this journey, we are seeking a highly skilled Google & Slack Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will play a critical role in shaping, evaluating, and governing technical solutions related to Google Workspace, Slack, and associated integration ecosystems. This role sits at the intersection of technology architecture, collaboration tooling strategy, and programme delivery, ensuring the customer maintains a secure, compliant, and scalable posture while transitioning or integrating collaboration platforms within the programme. Key Responsibilities 1. Platform Expertise & Solution Architecture Serve as the primary SME for all matters related to Google Workspace, Slack, and cross platform integrations (eg, identity, security, messaging, workflow automation). Provide technical direction on platform assessments, migrations, coexistence architectures, and operational design. Define future state collaboration architecture aligned to transformation programme objectives and enterprise standards. 2. Requirements Discovery & Technical Analysis Lead discovery workshops with business stakeholders, engineering teams, security, and risk partners. Analyse existing end user collaboration landscapes, identify gaps, and assess platform readiness for transformation or separation scenarios. Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements and architectural artefacts. 3. Integration & Migration Design Define integration patterns between Slack, Google Workspace, and core systems (IAM, DLP, monitoring, workflow tools, etc.). Provide hands-on guidance for designing: o Slack enterprise grid configurations o Google Workspace sharing controls & governance o Identity & access management integrations o API based automation or workflow integration Support data residency, compliance, and retention requirements during migration or carve out activities. 4. Governance, Security, and Risk Alignment Ensure all solutions meet the customer's security, regulatory, and audit requirements. Provide design assurance through governance forums and architectural review boards. Identify platform risks early and propose mitigation strategies aligned to programme timelines. 5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Programme Delivery Act as a bridge between enterprise architecture, delivery teams, business stakeholders, and third party vendors. Support delivery leads in sequencing platform activities as part of the broader transformation roadmap. Contribute to programme level documentation, dependency tracking, and risk/issue management relating to collaboration platforms. Essential Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Deep, hands on experience with Slack Enterprise Grid including: o workspace strategy o enterprise key management o user provisioning/integration o DLP, eDiscovery, retention, compliance Strong understanding of Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, IAM, Admin Console, shared drives). Experience designing integration patterns using APIs, event frameworks, and third party connectors. Strong understanding of enterprise security controls, identity management (SAML/OAuth), and platform governance. Programme & Architecture Experience Proven track record in large scale transformation programmes (ideally in financial services). Experience working on carve outs, separation programmes, or platform migrations. Ability to define roadmaps, architectural models, and target-state designs. Stakeholder & Communication Skills Ability to influence and communicate complex technical topics with senior stakeholders. Comfortable engaging with CISO, architecture boards, delivery leads, operations, and business functions. Desirable Qualifications/Experience Google Workspace Admin or Technology certifications. Slack Certified Admin or Slack Certified Consultant. Experience with Atlassian, O365, or cross collaboration tooling ecosystems. Architectural certifications (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.). Prior experience in a global bank or highly regulated industry. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.
General Manager CGLA Penn, Buckinghamshire Senior Leadership Full time, Office Based Package: £80-90k plus bonus CGLA is a high-end landscape design practice based in Penn, Buckinghamshire. We design and deliver exceptional gardens for private clients, architects and professional teams, combining creativity with commercial discipline. We are entering an ambitious new phase of growth. Our aim is to increase design value, expand our landscaping pipeline (including through partnerships with external designers), and deliver more projects through a carefully managed mix of in-house teams and trusted subcontractors all without materially increasing fixed overheads. To achieve this, we are appointing a General Manager. The Opportunity This is a genuine leadership role. You will take ownership of the operational engine of a £3m design-led business, ensuring projects run smoothly, margins are protected, risks are managed early, and the team operates with clarity and confidence. The Directors will continue to lead creative direction and key relationships. You will lead day-to-day operations and build the structure that allows the business to grow sustainably. Your key responsibilities Lead the daily running of the practice Manage team performance and accountability Own workflow planning and capacity management Provide clear financial and operational reporting Protect landscaping margin through disciplined oversight Build robust systems for managing subcontracted projects Ensure the client experience remains seamless and premium This role is central to ensuring that growth translates into profit, not stress. This role will suit you if you are A confident and experienced operator Commercially aware and financially disciplined Calm, organised and reliable under pressure Comfortable managing complexity across design and delivery Experienced in working in a founder-led or owner-managed business Capable of balancing detail with strategic oversight You do not need to be a landscape designer. You do need to be comfortable operating in a high-end, client-facing environment where standards and reputation matter deeply. What this role offers you Senior leadership role with real autonomy Opportunity to shape systems and operational strategy Direct influence on a growing, respected design-led business Long-term stability with meaningful impact Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
General Manager CGLA Penn, Buckinghamshire Senior Leadership Full time, Office Based Package: £80-90k plus bonus CGLA is a high-end landscape design practice based in Penn, Buckinghamshire. We design and deliver exceptional gardens for private clients, architects and professional teams, combining creativity with commercial discipline. We are entering an ambitious new phase of growth. Our aim is to increase design value, expand our landscaping pipeline (including through partnerships with external designers), and deliver more projects through a carefully managed mix of in-house teams and trusted subcontractors all without materially increasing fixed overheads. To achieve this, we are appointing a General Manager. The Opportunity This is a genuine leadership role. You will take ownership of the operational engine of a £3m design-led business, ensuring projects run smoothly, margins are protected, risks are managed early, and the team operates with clarity and confidence. The Directors will continue to lead creative direction and key relationships. You will lead day-to-day operations and build the structure that allows the business to grow sustainably. Your key responsibilities Lead the daily running of the practice Manage team performance and accountability Own workflow planning and capacity management Provide clear financial and operational reporting Protect landscaping margin through disciplined oversight Build robust systems for managing subcontracted projects Ensure the client experience remains seamless and premium This role is central to ensuring that growth translates into profit, not stress. This role will suit you if you are A confident and experienced operator Commercially aware and financially disciplined Calm, organised and reliable under pressure Comfortable managing complexity across design and delivery Experienced in working in a founder-led or owner-managed business Capable of balancing detail with strategic oversight You do not need to be a landscape designer. You do need to be comfortable operating in a high-end, client-facing environment where standards and reputation matter deeply. What this role offers you Senior leadership role with real autonomy Opportunity to shape systems and operational strategy Direct influence on a growing, respected design-led business Long-term stability with meaningful impact Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Are you passionate about the role that Landscape Planning and Landscape Design have in addressing climate change? Do you want to work for one of the most sustainable companies in the world and across a wide variety of project types and sectors? Do you have landscape planning experience, and are you looking for opportunities for career progression? We currently have vacancies for Senior, Principal, or Senior Principal Landscape Architects in our Landscape Architecture team, to be based at either our Manchester or Warrington offices. In this role, you will take the lead on a wide variety of project types and scales, with a primary focus on projects within the Water sector. We are currently leading on a number of exciting and innovative schemes throughout the UK and Ireland, including several flagship projects of national importance, such as the design of wetland areas and other habitat improvements, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and stormwater interventions that benefit local communities. We would like to hear from qualified Landscape Architects with a strong background in landscape planning and experience preparing landscape and visual impact assessments and appraisals. We can offer a wide variety of projects at all pre- and post-planning stages of the planning, design and implementation process. In a Senior, Principal or Senior Principal role, you will provide landscape planning and landscape design input to projects whilst also cultivating strong client and project team relationships. You will provide input to fee proposals, discipline task management and have the opportunity to undertake field and visual survey work across the UK. As a senior member of the team, there will be opportunities to influence and shape the team's growth and objectives, whilst also developing your own career and expertise within a Registered Practice of the Landscape Institute. We can offer you a friendly, collaborative work environment and flexible working arrangements. A competitive and extensive benefits package is also available for this position. The role can be based in either our Manchester, London, or Warrington offices, with hybrid working allowing a mix of home and in-office work. About You You will preferably hold a Degree or equivalent in Landscape Architecture or other relevant subject and ideally be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). You will share our desire to work with clients and stakeholders to create exceptional places which provide multiple benefits to people, communities, and the environment. You will have a demonstrable experience of preparing LVIAs and appraisals for UK planning applications with strong report-writing skills. You will have strong knowledge of environmental planning issues, current UK planning, legislation, and environmental impact assessment regulations. In addition, you will understand the issues and needs of a range of technical disciplines in relation to the planning and design of sustainable places and projects. You will have proven ability to understand client needs, think creatively, and provide pragmatic advice to deliver sustainable solutions within time and cost constraints. You will also have the necessary skills and experience to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders and will use your organisational skills to manage tasks effectively. As a proactive and engaged team player, you'll enjoy actively supporting and facilitating the development of team colleagues, as well as working collaboratively with other teams within the wider business. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. ReqID: 7922
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about the role that Landscape Planning and Landscape Design have in addressing climate change? Do you want to work for one of the most sustainable companies in the world and across a wide variety of project types and sectors? Do you have landscape planning experience, and are you looking for opportunities for career progression? We currently have vacancies for Senior, Principal, or Senior Principal Landscape Architects in our Landscape Architecture team, to be based at either our Manchester or Warrington offices. In this role, you will take the lead on a wide variety of project types and scales, with a primary focus on projects within the Water sector. We are currently leading on a number of exciting and innovative schemes throughout the UK and Ireland, including several flagship projects of national importance, such as the design of wetland areas and other habitat improvements, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and stormwater interventions that benefit local communities. We would like to hear from qualified Landscape Architects with a strong background in landscape planning and experience preparing landscape and visual impact assessments and appraisals. We can offer a wide variety of projects at all pre- and post-planning stages of the planning, design and implementation process. In a Senior, Principal or Senior Principal role, you will provide landscape planning and landscape design input to projects whilst also cultivating strong client and project team relationships. You will provide input to fee proposals, discipline task management and have the opportunity to undertake field and visual survey work across the UK. As a senior member of the team, there will be opportunities to influence and shape the team's growth and objectives, whilst also developing your own career and expertise within a Registered Practice of the Landscape Institute. We can offer you a friendly, collaborative work environment and flexible working arrangements. A competitive and extensive benefits package is also available for this position. The role can be based in either our Manchester, London, or Warrington offices, with hybrid working allowing a mix of home and in-office work. About You You will preferably hold a Degree or equivalent in Landscape Architecture or other relevant subject and ideally be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). You will share our desire to work with clients and stakeholders to create exceptional places which provide multiple benefits to people, communities, and the environment. You will have a demonstrable experience of preparing LVIAs and appraisals for UK planning applications with strong report-writing skills. You will have strong knowledge of environmental planning issues, current UK planning, legislation, and environmental impact assessment regulations. In addition, you will understand the issues and needs of a range of technical disciplines in relation to the planning and design of sustainable places and projects. You will have proven ability to understand client needs, think creatively, and provide pragmatic advice to deliver sustainable solutions within time and cost constraints. You will also have the necessary skills and experience to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders and will use your organisational skills to manage tasks effectively. As a proactive and engaged team player, you'll enjoy actively supporting and facilitating the development of team colleagues, as well as working collaboratively with other teams within the wider business. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. ReqID: 7922
Head of Data Management & Reporting Permanent, Full Time £77,258 - £90,892 per annum Location: Chelmsford Working Style: Anywhere worker Ref: 22158 We're recruiting an experienced and forward thinking leader to take on the role of Head of Data Management and Reporting. This is a high impact position at the centre of how the Council uses data to shape strategy, improve services, and deliver better outcomes for communities across Essex. In this strategically important role, you will lead the development of a modern, reliable, and high quality data environment that supports confident, evidence based decision making at every level of the organisation. We are seeking someone with proven experience working within data teams and modern data platforms, and who is confident navigating future organisational and technical challenges, including those arising from Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will set the direction for data governance, reporting standards, and engineering capability, ensuring that insight is accurate, accessible, and aligned to the Council's priorities. You will head a talented team of data engineers, analysts, and reporting specialists, creating a culture that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will drive the delivery of scalable data platforms and reporting solutions that enable greater automation, improved efficiency, and enhanced analytical capability. This role requires a leader who can balance strategic vision with operational rigour. You will ensure data is managed responsibly and securely, maintaining full compliance with legal and regulatory standards while enabling the organisation to make better use of its data assets. Your leadership will directly contribute to Essex County Council's (ECC's) ambition to be a modern, data driven, digitally enabled council. For an accomplished data leader, this is a significant opportunity to influence change at scale, shape the future of ECC's data landscape, and support services that make a tangible difference to the lives of residents. To read more about our business area, please visit: Policy, Economy, Investment and Property Interviews are expected to take place for this role towards the end of April 2026 / beginning of May 2026 at County Hall, Chelmsford. Accountabilities In this role, you will provide strategic leadership to translate organisational priorities into effective, future-focused data and service delivery. You will work collaboratively across ECC and with external partners, maintaining strong relationships that support long-term planning and high-quality outcomes. Using evidence-based insight, you will identify and deliver improvements, implement innovative and commercially minded solutions, and ensure digital technologies are effectively used to enhance performance and customer experience. You will lead the development, governance, and optimisation of ECC's enterprise data architecture, ensuring secure, scalable and interoperable data systems, high-quality core datasets, and robust reporting capabilities that enable data-driven decision-making. You will champion self-service analytics, oversee advanced visualisation and reporting products, and drive automation to improve efficiency. As a senior leader, you will manage and develop a high-performing data and reporting team, promote equality and diversity in decision-making, ensure compliance with legislation and data standards, and maintain exemplary customer interactions. Targets and objectives will be set annually in line with the performance management framework. The Experience You Will Bring Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., Data Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Business Intelligence, or a related field), or equivalent professional experience demonstrating deep expertise in enterprise data management and reporting. Evidence of sustained continuing professional development in data architecture, engineering, analytics, or business intelligence. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. British Computer Society, DAMA International, Chartered Institute for IT, or equivalent) is highly desirable, demonstrating commitment to professional standards and ethical data practice. Extensive experience in designing and managing scalable data architectures, including data warehouses, lakes, and integration platforms. Proven ability to align technical infrastructure with business needs and future growth. Strong track record in leading the development of reporting tools, dashboards, and analytical products that translate complex data into actionable insights for strategic and operational decision-making. Deep understanding of data governance principles, data stewardship, and quality assurance practices. Experience in embedding standards, policies, and controls that ensure consistency, reliability, and compliance across the organisation. Proven track record of leading Multidisciplinary teams comprising of data engineers, analysts, and reporting professionals. Skilled in building technical capability, fostering innovation, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and data literacy. What's in it for you? Many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs. Generous Time Off: Starting with 27 days of holiday, which increases with your length of service, plus 8 bank holidays and up to 4 paid volunteer days each year to give back to your community. Secure Your Future: Benefit from enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), ensuring your financial security for the future. Health and Wellbeing: We know that your wellbeing is essential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees. You will have access to our wellbeing portal, employee networks and more. Professional Growth: We cover the payment of professional fees for approved professions, supporting your career development. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance work with your personal life. To apply, please click on the apply button. Closing date: 8 April 2026. Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR ) on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Data Management & Reporting Permanent, Full Time £77,258 - £90,892 per annum Location: Chelmsford Working Style: Anywhere worker Ref: 22158 We're recruiting an experienced and forward thinking leader to take on the role of Head of Data Management and Reporting. This is a high impact position at the centre of how the Council uses data to shape strategy, improve services, and deliver better outcomes for communities across Essex. In this strategically important role, you will lead the development of a modern, reliable, and high quality data environment that supports confident, evidence based decision making at every level of the organisation. We are seeking someone with proven experience working within data teams and modern data platforms, and who is confident navigating future organisational and technical challenges, including those arising from Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will set the direction for data governance, reporting standards, and engineering capability, ensuring that insight is accurate, accessible, and aligned to the Council's priorities. You will head a talented team of data engineers, analysts, and reporting specialists, creating a culture that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will drive the delivery of scalable data platforms and reporting solutions that enable greater automation, improved efficiency, and enhanced analytical capability. This role requires a leader who can balance strategic vision with operational rigour. You will ensure data is managed responsibly and securely, maintaining full compliance with legal and regulatory standards while enabling the organisation to make better use of its data assets. Your leadership will directly contribute to Essex County Council's (ECC's) ambition to be a modern, data driven, digitally enabled council. For an accomplished data leader, this is a significant opportunity to influence change at scale, shape the future of ECC's data landscape, and support services that make a tangible difference to the lives of residents. To read more about our business area, please visit: Policy, Economy, Investment and Property Interviews are expected to take place for this role towards the end of April 2026 / beginning of May 2026 at County Hall, Chelmsford. Accountabilities In this role, you will provide strategic leadership to translate organisational priorities into effective, future-focused data and service delivery. You will work collaboratively across ECC and with external partners, maintaining strong relationships that support long-term planning and high-quality outcomes. Using evidence-based insight, you will identify and deliver improvements, implement innovative and commercially minded solutions, and ensure digital technologies are effectively used to enhance performance and customer experience. You will lead the development, governance, and optimisation of ECC's enterprise data architecture, ensuring secure, scalable and interoperable data systems, high-quality core datasets, and robust reporting capabilities that enable data-driven decision-making. You will champion self-service analytics, oversee advanced visualisation and reporting products, and drive automation to improve efficiency. As a senior leader, you will manage and develop a high-performing data and reporting team, promote equality and diversity in decision-making, ensure compliance with legislation and data standards, and maintain exemplary customer interactions. Targets and objectives will be set annually in line with the performance management framework. The Experience You Will Bring Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., Data Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Business Intelligence, or a related field), or equivalent professional experience demonstrating deep expertise in enterprise data management and reporting. Evidence of sustained continuing professional development in data architecture, engineering, analytics, or business intelligence. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. British Computer Society, DAMA International, Chartered Institute for IT, or equivalent) is highly desirable, demonstrating commitment to professional standards and ethical data practice. Extensive experience in designing and managing scalable data architectures, including data warehouses, lakes, and integration platforms. Proven ability to align technical infrastructure with business needs and future growth. Strong track record in leading the development of reporting tools, dashboards, and analytical products that translate complex data into actionable insights for strategic and operational decision-making. Deep understanding of data governance principles, data stewardship, and quality assurance practices. Experience in embedding standards, policies, and controls that ensure consistency, reliability, and compliance across the organisation. Proven track record of leading Multidisciplinary teams comprising of data engineers, analysts, and reporting professionals. Skilled in building technical capability, fostering innovation, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and data literacy. What's in it for you? Many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs. Generous Time Off: Starting with 27 days of holiday, which increases with your length of service, plus 8 bank holidays and up to 4 paid volunteer days each year to give back to your community. Secure Your Future: Benefit from enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), ensuring your financial security for the future. Health and Wellbeing: We know that your wellbeing is essential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees. You will have access to our wellbeing portal, employee networks and more. Professional Growth: We cover the payment of professional fees for approved professions, supporting your career development. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance work with your personal life. To apply, please click on the apply button. Closing date: 8 April 2026. Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR ) on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Senior Planner Job in Bedford, Bedfordshire Senior Planner Job available with an established planning consultancy, based from their office in Bedford on a hybrid schedule. The practice has a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, energy and more. Offering a competitive salary plus hybrid working, bonus potential, enhanced holiday, and much more. Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Their services encompass town planning, architecture, master planning, landscape architecture, and heritage consultancy. Role & Responsibilities Provide advice on planning matter to clients Preparing and submitting planning applications Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Optimise new business and cross-selling opportunities Keep updated on local and national planning policy changes Assist in mentoring and supporting other members of the team Support the Associate Directors and Directors. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience post-qualification (private or public sector) RTPI membership is strongly desirable Strong communication skills Full driving licence and car. What you get back Competitive salary Bonus Employee-Owned Firm Hybrid working 25 days + bank holidays Pension Private health insurance Death in service Professional body membership paid. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Planner Job in Bedford, Bedfordshire Senior Planner Job available with an established planning consultancy, based from their office in Bedford on a hybrid schedule. The practice has a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, energy and more. Offering a competitive salary plus hybrid working, bonus potential, enhanced holiday, and much more. Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Their services encompass town planning, architecture, master planning, landscape architecture, and heritage consultancy. Role & Responsibilities Provide advice on planning matter to clients Preparing and submitting planning applications Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Optimise new business and cross-selling opportunities Keep updated on local and national planning policy changes Assist in mentoring and supporting other members of the team Support the Associate Directors and Directors. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience post-qualification (private or public sector) RTPI membership is strongly desirable Strong communication skills Full driving licence and car. What you get back Competitive salary Bonus Employee-Owned Firm Hybrid working 25 days + bank holidays Pension Private health insurance Death in service Professional body membership paid. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Manchester, Lancashire
Are you passionate about the role that Landscape Planning and Landscape Design have in addressing climate change? Do you want to work for one of the most sustainable companies in the world and across a wide variety of project types and sectors? Do you have landscape planning experience, and are you looking for opportunities for career progression? We currently have vacancies for Senior, Principal, or Senior Principal Landscape Architects in our Landscape Architecture team, to be based at either our Manchester or Warrington offices. In this role, you will take the lead on a wide variety of project types and scales, with a primary focus on projects within the Water sector. We are currently leading on a number of exciting and innovative schemes throughout the UK and Ireland, including several flagship projects of national importance, such as the design of wetland areas and other habitat improvements, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and stormwater interventions that benefit local communities. We would like to hear from qualified Landscape Architects with a strong background in landscape planning and experience preparing landscape and visual impact assessments and appraisals. We can offer a wide variety of projects at all pre- and post-planning stages of the planning, design and implementation process. In a Senior, Principal or Senior Principal role, you will provide landscape planning and landscape design input to projects whilst also cultivating strong client and project team relationships. You will provide input to fee proposals, discipline task management and have the opportunity to undertake field and visual survey work across the UK. As a senior member of the team, there will be opportunities to influence and shape the team's growth and objectives, whilst also developing your own career and expertise within a Registered Practice of the Landscape Institute. We can offer you a friendly, collaborative work environment and flexible working arrangements. A competitive and extensive benefits package is also available for this position. The role can be based in either our Manchester, London, or Warrington offices, with hybrid working allowing a mix of home and in-office work. About You You will preferably hold a Degree or equivalent in Landscape Architecture or other relevant subject and ideally be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). You will share our desire to work with clients and stakeholders to create exceptional places which provide multiple benefits to people, communities, and the environment. You will have a demonstrable experience of preparing LVIAs and appraisals for UK planning applications with strong report-writing skills. You will have strong knowledge of environmental planning issues, current UK planning, legislation, and environmental impact assessment regulations. In addition, you will understand the issues and needs of a range of technical disciplines in relation to the planning and design of sustainable places and projects. You will have proven ability to understand client needs, think creatively, and provide pragmatic advice to deliver sustainable solutions within time and cost constraints. You will also have the necessary skills and experience to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders and will use your organisational skills to manage tasks effectively. As a proactive and engaged team player, you'll enjoy actively supporting and facilitating the development of team colleagues, as well as working collaboratively with other teams within the wider business. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. ReqID: 7922
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about the role that Landscape Planning and Landscape Design have in addressing climate change? Do you want to work for one of the most sustainable companies in the world and across a wide variety of project types and sectors? Do you have landscape planning experience, and are you looking for opportunities for career progression? We currently have vacancies for Senior, Principal, or Senior Principal Landscape Architects in our Landscape Architecture team, to be based at either our Manchester or Warrington offices. In this role, you will take the lead on a wide variety of project types and scales, with a primary focus on projects within the Water sector. We are currently leading on a number of exciting and innovative schemes throughout the UK and Ireland, including several flagship projects of national importance, such as the design of wetland areas and other habitat improvements, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and stormwater interventions that benefit local communities. We would like to hear from qualified Landscape Architects with a strong background in landscape planning and experience preparing landscape and visual impact assessments and appraisals. We can offer a wide variety of projects at all pre- and post-planning stages of the planning, design and implementation process. In a Senior, Principal or Senior Principal role, you will provide landscape planning and landscape design input to projects whilst also cultivating strong client and project team relationships. You will provide input to fee proposals, discipline task management and have the opportunity to undertake field and visual survey work across the UK. As a senior member of the team, there will be opportunities to influence and shape the team's growth and objectives, whilst also developing your own career and expertise within a Registered Practice of the Landscape Institute. We can offer you a friendly, collaborative work environment and flexible working arrangements. A competitive and extensive benefits package is also available for this position. The role can be based in either our Manchester, London, or Warrington offices, with hybrid working allowing a mix of home and in-office work. About You You will preferably hold a Degree or equivalent in Landscape Architecture or other relevant subject and ideally be a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). You will share our desire to work with clients and stakeholders to create exceptional places which provide multiple benefits to people, communities, and the environment. You will have a demonstrable experience of preparing LVIAs and appraisals for UK planning applications with strong report-writing skills. You will have strong knowledge of environmental planning issues, current UK planning, legislation, and environmental impact assessment regulations. In addition, you will understand the issues and needs of a range of technical disciplines in relation to the planning and design of sustainable places and projects. You will have proven ability to understand client needs, think creatively, and provide pragmatic advice to deliver sustainable solutions within time and cost constraints. You will also have the necessary skills and experience to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders and will use your organisational skills to manage tasks effectively. As a proactive and engaged team player, you'll enjoy actively supporting and facilitating the development of team colleagues, as well as working collaboratively with other teams within the wider business. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. ReqID: 7922
Office Manager About the Company Our client is an established and award-winning consultancy company offering bespoke design and management consulting services to a small portfolio of longstanding private sector clients. Their success has been based on building long-term partnerships with their clients, and they work hard to understand them to ensure that their services dovetail with their needs often working as an extension to their internal teams. This has resulted in them securing long term commissions, many of which are of regional and national significance in their field. Our client s practice offers a full range of landscape architectural, ecological and strategic management services across the UK and Ireland. They lead design teams and contribute landscape and environmental services inputs to teams led by others, working on large scale projects. Known for delivering expert service and attention to detail, they respond on every project with bespoke support. Their clients benefit from Director-led services, with hands-on Director involvement at every stage in all their projects, assuring design excellence and the highest quality outputs, delivered within budget and on time. About the Role Our client is experiencing considerable growth, and this is a new role, responding to an expanded organisation and growing workload for the Directors and key clients. The Office and Operations Manager will play a key role in their team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work closely together across a range of commissioned projects, leading the administrative and office team. Your role will be central to activity and output across the business, and you ll operate in a prominent client-facing position, co-ordinating a wide range of projects, as well as supporting the day-to-day running and administration of a very busy office. You ll provide efficient and dynamic support to the Managing Director, working hand-in-glove to respond to business needs, including co-ordinating aspects of business finance working with their accounts team, sub-contractor management, programme management and workload co-ordination for technical specialists within their team. You will take responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of the business, with calm and collected leadership and bringing a positive, supportive approach to enable and empower team members. You ll get involved in key projects across the UK and Ireland, travelling to support client needs when needed and take the lead on key projects, such as event planning or supporting new team projects. About You This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is highly organised, likes a very varied and dynamic workload and can calmly and supportively empower others to be their very best. You ll be skilled in motivating and organising others, be highly detail oriented and keen to secure a role that is challenging whilst providing considerable autonomy. The role is hands-on, is extremely varied and will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is confident with a range of current technologies. You will take great pride in delivering high quality work and working with others to enable them to achieve the very best too. You ll possess excellent communications skills and possess the ability to remain calm and reliable under pressure even when juggling a variety of competing demands. They are a small team, and they all work across different project areas to support each other when needed. You ll be keen to work in this way, and enjoy working as part of a flexible, mutually supportive team. Essential Criteria Skills and Experience: Exceptional organisational skills and ability to anticipate needs, prioritise and plan work effectively. Technologically competent highly proficient in all aspects of the Microsoft Office Suite, ideally skilled with Salesforce and Adobe Creative Suite experience. You ll have the aptitude to develop your skills on new packages too, as needed. Budget management and cost-conscious working, relating to office-wide cost control and business planning. Skilled in research and technical appraisal you ll bring experience of co-ordinating technical and multidisciplinary meetings and preparing briefing papers. Demonstrable track record of successful office and administrative operations management, development and leadership of office systems, procurement and all aspects of administration. An effective communicator able to communicate messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times. An effective, calm, positive and reliable team player. Able to work confidently with senior leaders and influencers. Takes responsibility and ownership for projects, thinking about and acting on what is needed ahead of time. Adaptable and flexible able to respond proactively to the changing needs of a busy team with a diverse workload.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Office Manager About the Company Our client is an established and award-winning consultancy company offering bespoke design and management consulting services to a small portfolio of longstanding private sector clients. Their success has been based on building long-term partnerships with their clients, and they work hard to understand them to ensure that their services dovetail with their needs often working as an extension to their internal teams. This has resulted in them securing long term commissions, many of which are of regional and national significance in their field. Our client s practice offers a full range of landscape architectural, ecological and strategic management services across the UK and Ireland. They lead design teams and contribute landscape and environmental services inputs to teams led by others, working on large scale projects. Known for delivering expert service and attention to detail, they respond on every project with bespoke support. Their clients benefit from Director-led services, with hands-on Director involvement at every stage in all their projects, assuring design excellence and the highest quality outputs, delivered within budget and on time. About the Role Our client is experiencing considerable growth, and this is a new role, responding to an expanded organisation and growing workload for the Directors and key clients. The Office and Operations Manager will play a key role in their team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work closely together across a range of commissioned projects, leading the administrative and office team. Your role will be central to activity and output across the business, and you ll operate in a prominent client-facing position, co-ordinating a wide range of projects, as well as supporting the day-to-day running and administration of a very busy office. You ll provide efficient and dynamic support to the Managing Director, working hand-in-glove to respond to business needs, including co-ordinating aspects of business finance working with their accounts team, sub-contractor management, programme management and workload co-ordination for technical specialists within their team. You will take responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of the business, with calm and collected leadership and bringing a positive, supportive approach to enable and empower team members. You ll get involved in key projects across the UK and Ireland, travelling to support client needs when needed and take the lead on key projects, such as event planning or supporting new team projects. About You This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is highly organised, likes a very varied and dynamic workload and can calmly and supportively empower others to be their very best. You ll be skilled in motivating and organising others, be highly detail oriented and keen to secure a role that is challenging whilst providing considerable autonomy. The role is hands-on, is extremely varied and will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is confident with a range of current technologies. You will take great pride in delivering high quality work and working with others to enable them to achieve the very best too. You ll possess excellent communications skills and possess the ability to remain calm and reliable under pressure even when juggling a variety of competing demands. They are a small team, and they all work across different project areas to support each other when needed. You ll be keen to work in this way, and enjoy working as part of a flexible, mutually supportive team. Essential Criteria Skills and Experience: Exceptional organisational skills and ability to anticipate needs, prioritise and plan work effectively. Technologically competent highly proficient in all aspects of the Microsoft Office Suite, ideally skilled with Salesforce and Adobe Creative Suite experience. You ll have the aptitude to develop your skills on new packages too, as needed. Budget management and cost-conscious working, relating to office-wide cost control and business planning. Skilled in research and technical appraisal you ll bring experience of co-ordinating technical and multidisciplinary meetings and preparing briefing papers. Demonstrable track record of successful office and administrative operations management, development and leadership of office systems, procurement and all aspects of administration. An effective communicator able to communicate messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times. An effective, calm, positive and reliable team player. Able to work confidently with senior leaders and influencers. Takes responsibility and ownership for projects, thinking about and acting on what is needed ahead of time. Adaptable and flexible able to respond proactively to the changing needs of a busy team with a diverse workload.
This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, for working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. We are excited to be hiring a Senior Consultant (Solution Architect) to join our high performing Architecture team. In this key role, you will play a central part in delivering solution architecture across the authority, ensuring our technology landscape is coherent, scalable, and aligned to strategic priorities. We promote agile working as a team, and we split our time between working from home and coming into the office when required, including for our monthly team meeting. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role As a Senior Consultant (Solution Architect), you'll join the SCC IT Architecture team within our Architecture, Transition and Project Portfolio Management Service. You'll help shape technology solutions across a wide range of council services from Adult Social Care and Children's Services to Libraries and community programmes where every project brings a new problem to solve. You'll work closely with service areas to understand their needs and guide them toward IT solutions that deliver real value. This could include recommending new devices to support accessibility and inclusion or helping source and assess applications to meet specialist business requirements. Your work will range from small, focused improvements to major strategic initiatives that impact the whole Council. We're looking for someone with strong technical insight, excellent customer service skills, and a collaborative approach-someone who enjoys creating innovative, practical architectural solutions. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience in the practice of IT Architecture and knowledge of the TOGAF framework Ability to gather service drivers, requirements and being able to translate these business needs into clear technical recommendations or high level solution designs Experience working in public sector, local government, or similarly regulated environments Ability to assess technology options, producing architectural documentation, and supporting business cases Experience engaging with a range of stakeholders, from technical teams to non technical service leads Ability to support projects through discovery, design, and transition phases with knowledge of new and emerging technologies and industry best practice. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: As part of the existing architecture team, how would you ensure alignment between your architecture designs and the overall IT strategy of Surrey County Council? Describe your approach to balancing stakeholder needs and long-term vision. As an architect, staying updated on industry trends is crucial. How do you keep abreast of advancements, cloud technologies, and best practices? Share your approach to continuous learning and professional development. Describe how you work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver successful outcomes. Contact Us The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/04/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, for working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. We are excited to be hiring a Senior Consultant (Solution Architect) to join our high performing Architecture team. In this key role, you will play a central part in delivering solution architecture across the authority, ensuring our technology landscape is coherent, scalable, and aligned to strategic priorities. We promote agile working as a team, and we split our time between working from home and coming into the office when required, including for our monthly team meeting. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role As a Senior Consultant (Solution Architect), you'll join the SCC IT Architecture team within our Architecture, Transition and Project Portfolio Management Service. You'll help shape technology solutions across a wide range of council services from Adult Social Care and Children's Services to Libraries and community programmes where every project brings a new problem to solve. You'll work closely with service areas to understand their needs and guide them toward IT solutions that deliver real value. This could include recommending new devices to support accessibility and inclusion or helping source and assess applications to meet specialist business requirements. Your work will range from small, focused improvements to major strategic initiatives that impact the whole Council. We're looking for someone with strong technical insight, excellent customer service skills, and a collaborative approach-someone who enjoys creating innovative, practical architectural solutions. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience in the practice of IT Architecture and knowledge of the TOGAF framework Ability to gather service drivers, requirements and being able to translate these business needs into clear technical recommendations or high level solution designs Experience working in public sector, local government, or similarly regulated environments Ability to assess technology options, producing architectural documentation, and supporting business cases Experience engaging with a range of stakeholders, from technical teams to non technical service leads Ability to support projects through discovery, design, and transition phases with knowledge of new and emerging technologies and industry best practice. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: As part of the existing architecture team, how would you ensure alignment between your architecture designs and the overall IT strategy of Surrey County Council? Describe your approach to balancing stakeholder needs and long-term vision. As an architect, staying updated on industry trends is crucial. How do you keep abreast of advancements, cloud technologies, and best practices? Share your approach to continuous learning and professional development. Describe how you work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver successful outcomes. Contact Us The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/04/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Tech-Focused Retail Hertfordshire (Hybrid)£75,000 - £85,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent BenefitsOur client, a forward-thinking consumer and retail technology business, is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to help drive strategic growth and innovation across its digital channels and omnichannel platforms. This is a key commercial leadership role, supporting the integration of finance and technology to optimise performance in a fast-paced, data-rich retail environment.This position has a clear path to Head of Finance within 18-24 months, offering a high-impact role within a business that values digital transformation, data-driven decisions, and agile financial leadership.Key Responsibilities:- Partner with Technology and Marketing Leaders to shape long-term digital growth strategies, identifying smart investments in brand, platform development, and customer experience innovations.- Evaluate digital pricing, promotional mechanics, and value architecture to unlock profitable growth across eCommerce and retail tech channels.- Lead commercial financial planning and forecasting to support data-driven decision making, particularly in relation to digital product performance and ROI on tech investments.- Own financial input into brand and digital roadmap planning, helping product and digital brand teams build strategies rooted in commercial viability.- Maintain clear insight into trading and digital performance, including customer behaviour analytics, channel performance (e.g. D2C, marketplaces), and competitor landscape shifts.- Develop robust business cases for technology investments, including platforms, tools, digital innovation, and marketing tech - ensuring returns meet both consumer impact and financial hurdle rates.- Influence strategic decisions through compelling commercial insights, backed by data and aligned to evolving technology and customer trends.- Build and evolve advanced financial modelling tools and dashboards, enhancing speed and quality of decision-making across business functions.- Model innovation-led initiatives, particularly those that leverage technology (e.g. AI-powered personalisation, subscription models, fulfilment automation), to assess margin and scalability potential.- Be a mentor and leader to junior finance and cross-functional team members, setting a high bar for strategic, tech-savvy financial business partnering.About You:- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong background in commercial finance.- Experience working in technology-led retail, consumer digital, or eCommerce environments highly advantageous.- Able to demonstrate strong business partnering with marketing, digital, and product teams.- A strategic thinker with a passion for performance improvement, innovation, and leveraging data/technology to unlock growth.- Comfortable working in fast-paced, digitally evolving environments where customer expectations and platform capabilities shape decisions.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a tech-driven retail brand at a pivotal time in its digital and commercial evolution. If you're looking to play a key role in the transformation of finance within a business that blends retail heritage with technology innovation, we'd love to hear from you.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Tech-Focused Retail Hertfordshire (Hybrid)£75,000 - £85,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent BenefitsOur client, a forward-thinking consumer and retail technology business, is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to help drive strategic growth and innovation across its digital channels and omnichannel platforms. This is a key commercial leadership role, supporting the integration of finance and technology to optimise performance in a fast-paced, data-rich retail environment.This position has a clear path to Head of Finance within 18-24 months, offering a high-impact role within a business that values digital transformation, data-driven decisions, and agile financial leadership.Key Responsibilities:- Partner with Technology and Marketing Leaders to shape long-term digital growth strategies, identifying smart investments in brand, platform development, and customer experience innovations.- Evaluate digital pricing, promotional mechanics, and value architecture to unlock profitable growth across eCommerce and retail tech channels.- Lead commercial financial planning and forecasting to support data-driven decision making, particularly in relation to digital product performance and ROI on tech investments.- Own financial input into brand and digital roadmap planning, helping product and digital brand teams build strategies rooted in commercial viability.- Maintain clear insight into trading and digital performance, including customer behaviour analytics, channel performance (e.g. D2C, marketplaces), and competitor landscape shifts.- Develop robust business cases for technology investments, including platforms, tools, digital innovation, and marketing tech - ensuring returns meet both consumer impact and financial hurdle rates.- Influence strategic decisions through compelling commercial insights, backed by data and aligned to evolving technology and customer trends.- Build and evolve advanced financial modelling tools and dashboards, enhancing speed and quality of decision-making across business functions.- Model innovation-led initiatives, particularly those that leverage technology (e.g. AI-powered personalisation, subscription models, fulfilment automation), to assess margin and scalability potential.- Be a mentor and leader to junior finance and cross-functional team members, setting a high bar for strategic, tech-savvy financial business partnering.About You:- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong background in commercial finance.- Experience working in technology-led retail, consumer digital, or eCommerce environments highly advantageous.- Able to demonstrate strong business partnering with marketing, digital, and product teams.- A strategic thinker with a passion for performance improvement, innovation, and leveraging data/technology to unlock growth.- Comfortable working in fast-paced, digitally evolving environments where customer expectations and platform capabilities shape decisions.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a tech-driven retail brand at a pivotal time in its digital and commercial evolution. If you're looking to play a key role in the transformation of finance within a business that blends retail heritage with technology innovation, we'd love to hear from you.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
Town Planning Director, Liverpool Hybrid working, Salary negotiable DOE Are you a Planning Director ready to lead, grow, and shape the future of a well-established planning office? We're looking for a Planning Director to lead our Liverpool office, strengthen its regional profile, and drive the next phase of growth. This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical planning expertise with business development, team leadership, and client-facing work, supported by a senior management team. What you'll be doing You'll take overall responsibility for the Liverpool team, with a focus on leadership, growth, and delivery. Your role will include: Leading and growing the Liverpool planning team Developing and managing key client relationships and new business opportunities Overseeing major planning projects, including large applications, appeals, Local Plans, Examinations, and Public Inquiries Assembling and leading multidisciplinary project teams across the business Contributing to company-wide strategy, performance planning, and financial management Representing the business at networking and industry events Mentoring, supporting, and developing staff at all levels What we're looking for You'll be an experienced, confident planning professional with a strong leadership mindset. Ideally, you'll have: Significant professional planning experience, ideally from a consultancy background, or mixed public/private background A postgraduate qualification in Planning Chartered Membership of the RTPI Proven experience leading planning projects and professional teams A strong track record in business development and client management An established network and clear ideas for regional growth sectors Why join? You'll work as part of a collaborative national team, with hybrid working and access to expertise across planning, design, engineering, and environmental services. Their Liverpool office covers the North West and Scotland and includes close collaboration with our in-house architecture, landscape, and masterplanning teams. What's on offer? We offer a competitive and people-focused benefits package, including: Hybrid working with core office days Private healthcare Access to an Employee Owned Trust bonus (EOT bonus) Life insurance and company pension Enhanced maternity scheme Generous annual leave Payment of professional subscriptions Ready to lead the next chapter of our Liverpool office? If you're looking for a senior planning role with real influence and long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Georgia Cookson, (url removed) (phone number removed) Job reference number: 65904
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Town Planning Director, Liverpool Hybrid working, Salary negotiable DOE Are you a Planning Director ready to lead, grow, and shape the future of a well-established planning office? We're looking for a Planning Director to lead our Liverpool office, strengthen its regional profile, and drive the next phase of growth. This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical planning expertise with business development, team leadership, and client-facing work, supported by a senior management team. What you'll be doing You'll take overall responsibility for the Liverpool team, with a focus on leadership, growth, and delivery. Your role will include: Leading and growing the Liverpool planning team Developing and managing key client relationships and new business opportunities Overseeing major planning projects, including large applications, appeals, Local Plans, Examinations, and Public Inquiries Assembling and leading multidisciplinary project teams across the business Contributing to company-wide strategy, performance planning, and financial management Representing the business at networking and industry events Mentoring, supporting, and developing staff at all levels What we're looking for You'll be an experienced, confident planning professional with a strong leadership mindset. Ideally, you'll have: Significant professional planning experience, ideally from a consultancy background, or mixed public/private background A postgraduate qualification in Planning Chartered Membership of the RTPI Proven experience leading planning projects and professional teams A strong track record in business development and client management An established network and clear ideas for regional growth sectors Why join? You'll work as part of a collaborative national team, with hybrid working and access to expertise across planning, design, engineering, and environmental services. Their Liverpool office covers the North West and Scotland and includes close collaboration with our in-house architecture, landscape, and masterplanning teams. What's on offer? We offer a competitive and people-focused benefits package, including: Hybrid working with core office days Private healthcare Access to an Employee Owned Trust bonus (EOT bonus) Life insurance and company pension Enhanced maternity scheme Generous annual leave Payment of professional subscriptions Ready to lead the next chapter of our Liverpool office? If you're looking for a senior planning role with real influence and long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Georgia Cookson, (url removed) (phone number removed) Job reference number: 65904
Hampshire & Solent Combined County Authority
Southampton, Hampshire
SOME ROLES SHAPE BUDGETS. THIS ONE SHAPES A REGION. The Hampshire & Solent Combined County Authority is being established at pace, bringing together a uniquely complex geography and economy. From major ports and freeport opportunities to aviation, transport infrastructure and an island community, the scale and diversity of our agenda sets us apart from other combined authorities. As our first Executive Director of Finance and statutory Section 73 Officer, you will build the financial architecture that makes this possible. In your first months, you will establish financial frameworks, shape capital and investment approaches, and support the delivery of major programmes in an environment that demands agility and adaptability. You will need to balance strong financial control with the ability to enable pace and ambition. Work directly with the Chief Executive, senior leaders across the region, and our emerging political leadership your insight will inform high-value investment decisions, funding strategies and the use of resources across a complex and evolving landscape. This is a role that goes beyond stewardship. We are looking for someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support regional growth., You will be building the team to create a high-impact finance function, that can scale quickly is comfortable operating in a fast-moving, change-led environment. If you are motivated by building something from the ground up, operating at pace and shaping how a region invests in its future, we would welcome the conversation. We are open to candidates from a range of senior finance backgrounds, including local government and wider public or regulated sectors, provided you bring the credibility, judgement and technical assurance required of a statutory role and the values and ambition to help us deliver our goals for the region. Visit for more information or to apply, or for a confidential conversation contact Mark Bearn () or Dylan Craven () at Tile Hill. Closing date: midnight on Sunday 26th April 2026 To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
SOME ROLES SHAPE BUDGETS. THIS ONE SHAPES A REGION. The Hampshire & Solent Combined County Authority is being established at pace, bringing together a uniquely complex geography and economy. From major ports and freeport opportunities to aviation, transport infrastructure and an island community, the scale and diversity of our agenda sets us apart from other combined authorities. As our first Executive Director of Finance and statutory Section 73 Officer, you will build the financial architecture that makes this possible. In your first months, you will establish financial frameworks, shape capital and investment approaches, and support the delivery of major programmes in an environment that demands agility and adaptability. You will need to balance strong financial control with the ability to enable pace and ambition. Work directly with the Chief Executive, senior leaders across the region, and our emerging political leadership your insight will inform high-value investment decisions, funding strategies and the use of resources across a complex and evolving landscape. This is a role that goes beyond stewardship. We are looking for someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support regional growth., You will be building the team to create a high-impact finance function, that can scale quickly is comfortable operating in a fast-moving, change-led environment. If you are motivated by building something from the ground up, operating at pace and shaping how a region invests in its future, we would welcome the conversation. We are open to candidates from a range of senior finance backgrounds, including local government and wider public or regulated sectors, provided you bring the credibility, judgement and technical assurance required of a statutory role and the values and ambition to help us deliver our goals for the region. Visit for more information or to apply, or for a confidential conversation contact Mark Bearn () or Dylan Craven () at Tile Hill. Closing date: midnight on Sunday 26th April 2026 To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email
A leading landscape architecture consultancy in the UK is looking for a Senior Landscape Planner. The role involves working on diverse landscape projects from infrastructure to energy transition. Candidates should have experience in landscape planning, project management, and technical documentation. Required qualifications include a Landscape Institute accredited degree and CMLI membership. This is an opportunity to contribute to significant environmental outcomes while mentoring junior staff.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A leading landscape architecture consultancy in the UK is looking for a Senior Landscape Planner. The role involves working on diverse landscape projects from infrastructure to energy transition. Candidates should have experience in landscape planning, project management, and technical documentation. Required qualifications include a Landscape Institute accredited degree and CMLI membership. This is an opportunity to contribute to significant environmental outcomes while mentoring junior staff.
Position: Senior Functional Consultant (D365 - F&O) Location: Remote - with some occasional travel Employment Status: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 Start Date: ASAP Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward-thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business. Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions. Support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support. Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and navigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant. Solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge. Strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations. Experienced in R2R (Record to Report) Solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance. If you feel you have the required experience, then please apply ASAP with an up-to-date CV which showcases your experience in the above areas. Functional Consultant, F&O, Finance & Operations, Dynamics 365, D365, R2R, Record to Report
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Position: Senior Functional Consultant (D365 - F&O) Location: Remote - with some occasional travel Employment Status: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 Start Date: ASAP Join a global organisation on a mission to redefine what "best-in-class" looks like. We're supporting an organisation backed by a leading private equity partner and fuelled by ambitious growth through ongoing M&A. This business is rapidly scaling to secure its position as the world's market leader in its sector. The pace is fast, the transformation is real, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact is huge. As the organisation strengthens its Dynamics 365 F&O capability globally, we're launching a campaign to bring in curious, confident, forward-thinking talent - people who challenge the status quo in the right way, thrive in evolving environments, and enjoy having fun while delivering meaningful change. If you want to shape a global D365 landscape rather than simply operate in one, this is where you can do it. Role expectations: Leading functional design and solution architecture discussions across the business. Analyse business processes and translate them into effective Dynamics 365 configurations and solutions. Support end to end project delivery including testing, training and go live support. Provide guidance on platform governance, data quality, release management, and system optimisation. Work efficiently within large, complex, multisystem organisations and navigate competing priorities and work closely with QA teams to implement test plans. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Dynamics 365 Functional Consultant. Solid R2R process experience & Dynamics F&O knowledge. Strong knowledge of key D365 finance modules (AP, AR, GL, PMA, HR, Bank & Budgets.). Hands on experience working with cross functional teams in enterprise scale implementations or transformations. Experienced in R2R (Record to Report) Solid understanding of integration patterns and data flows between D365 and external systems. Familiarity with the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse). Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A background in finance. If you feel you have the required experience, then please apply ASAP with an up-to-date CV which showcases your experience in the above areas. Functional Consultant, F&O, Finance & Operations, Dynamics 365, D365, R2R, Record to Report
# Join Kainos and Shape the FutureAt Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Join us and be part of something bigger. Main purpose of the role & responsibilities in the business: As a Principal Platform Architect (Principal) for Kainos, you'll be accountable for leading the delivery of cloud platforms and solutions enabling business transformation which delight our customers and positively impact the lives of users worldwide. As a technologist you will be inquisitive and will embrace new technology.You will provide leadership as part of multi-disciplinary agile teams building a shared understanding of the outcomes the solution must deliver, the technical landscape and complexity surrounding you and your teams' designs to help teams make informed decisions.You'll foster and build relationships with senior stakeholders to establish architectural principles, strategic direction of platform being delivered including a firm understanding of functional and non-functional needs.You will play a leading role in the Kainos Platforms Capability, driving technology direction and advancement. You will also guide others in the capability to support their career journeys, you too will be supported on your career journey, enabling you to achieve your ambitions.As a technical leader, you will collaborate with colleagues to establish development of blueprints and standards, foster customer relationships, contribute to account strategies and actively share your subject matter knowledge, act as a technology ambassador for Kainos. Minimum (essential) requirement s A desire to work on some of the most complex and ambitious programmes within the Public Sector (SC clearance required) Proven experience of leading the delivery of platforms underpinning large scale cloud transformation (e.g. migration to cloud environments, modernisation of applications harnessing cloud, deployment of web-based applications). Experience leading and making technology decisions including execution of delivery driving positive customer outcomes. Experienced in building and fostering relationships with stakeholders including at executive and C-level senior stakeholders, translating technology information as appropriate to drive effective decision making. Have experience with public cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, GCP (spanning IaaS, PaaS and SaaS) We are passionate about developing people - a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing members of your team and wider community. Desirable Have pro-actively developed business across an account with sales and account managers. Experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews. Actively sharing thoughts and views on technology. Experience of helping to bring challenging projects back on track. Previous accountability in creation and promotion of new products or services to meet the organisational strategy. Have participated in technology communities.# Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people's lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow.Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.Our people love the exciting work, the cutting-edge technologies and the benefits we offer. That's why we've been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies on numerous occasions.For more information, see .
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
# Join Kainos and Shape the FutureAt Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Join us and be part of something bigger. Main purpose of the role & responsibilities in the business: As a Principal Platform Architect (Principal) for Kainos, you'll be accountable for leading the delivery of cloud platforms and solutions enabling business transformation which delight our customers and positively impact the lives of users worldwide. As a technologist you will be inquisitive and will embrace new technology.You will provide leadership as part of multi-disciplinary agile teams building a shared understanding of the outcomes the solution must deliver, the technical landscape and complexity surrounding you and your teams' designs to help teams make informed decisions.You'll foster and build relationships with senior stakeholders to establish architectural principles, strategic direction of platform being delivered including a firm understanding of functional and non-functional needs.You will play a leading role in the Kainos Platforms Capability, driving technology direction and advancement. You will also guide others in the capability to support their career journeys, you too will be supported on your career journey, enabling you to achieve your ambitions.As a technical leader, you will collaborate with colleagues to establish development of blueprints and standards, foster customer relationships, contribute to account strategies and actively share your subject matter knowledge, act as a technology ambassador for Kainos. Minimum (essential) requirement s A desire to work on some of the most complex and ambitious programmes within the Public Sector (SC clearance required) Proven experience of leading the delivery of platforms underpinning large scale cloud transformation (e.g. migration to cloud environments, modernisation of applications harnessing cloud, deployment of web-based applications). Experience leading and making technology decisions including execution of delivery driving positive customer outcomes. Experienced in building and fostering relationships with stakeholders including at executive and C-level senior stakeholders, translating technology information as appropriate to drive effective decision making. Have experience with public cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, GCP (spanning IaaS, PaaS and SaaS) We are passionate about developing people - a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing members of your team and wider community. Desirable Have pro-actively developed business across an account with sales and account managers. Experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews. Actively sharing thoughts and views on technology. Experience of helping to bring challenging projects back on track. Previous accountability in creation and promotion of new products or services to meet the organisational strategy. Have participated in technology communities.# Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people's lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow.Our two specialist practices, Digital Services and Workday, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.Our people love the exciting work, the cutting-edge technologies and the benefits we offer. That's why we've been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies on numerous occasions.For more information, see .
Microsoft D365 F&O Architect - 6 months, Manchester(Hybrid) - InsideIR35 Opportunity to join a greenfield implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations for a major UK-based online retailer. The organisation operates multiple brands across clothing, footwear, and homeware, serving customers through web, mobile, and contact centre channels. This role will suit a senior architect with strong ERP delivery experience, capable of leading end-to-end solution architecture across complex, multi-channel retail environments. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain the overall solution architecture roadmap covering customisation, configuration, integration, infrastructure, and reporting. Lead architectural governance, including design authority participation and best-practice enforcement. Conduct fit-gap analysis, solution assessment, and effort estimation across workstreams. Provide technical leadership across business, partners, and internal delivery teams during implementation. Define integration patterns and guide appropriate use of ISV solutions versus custom development. Support functional teams in requirements gathering and translate them into scalable solution designs. Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO) and ensure alignment with cloud strategy and enterprise architecture. Skills & Experience 10-15 years' experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations implementations. Proven experience leading solution architecture on large-scale ERP programmes with enterprise stakeholders. Strong knowledge of Dynamics 365 architecture, extensibility patterns, and integration frameworks. Experience delivering complex multi-module deployments (Finance, Supply Chain, Production). Strong understanding of multi-country rollouts and hybrid cloud/on-premise landscapes. Experience working with Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS). Contract Details Location: Manchester (3 day onsite) Duration: 6 months Daily Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35
Apr 15, 2026
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Microsoft D365 F&O Architect - 6 months, Manchester(Hybrid) - InsideIR35 Opportunity to join a greenfield implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations for a major UK-based online retailer. The organisation operates multiple brands across clothing, footwear, and homeware, serving customers through web, mobile, and contact centre channels. This role will suit a senior architect with strong ERP delivery experience, capable of leading end-to-end solution architecture across complex, multi-channel retail environments. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain the overall solution architecture roadmap covering customisation, configuration, integration, infrastructure, and reporting. Lead architectural governance, including design authority participation and best-practice enforcement. Conduct fit-gap analysis, solution assessment, and effort estimation across workstreams. Provide technical leadership across business, partners, and internal delivery teams during implementation. Define integration patterns and guide appropriate use of ISV solutions versus custom development. Support functional teams in requirements gathering and translate them into scalable solution designs. Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO) and ensure alignment with cloud strategy and enterprise architecture. Skills & Experience 10-15 years' experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations implementations. Proven experience leading solution architecture on large-scale ERP programmes with enterprise stakeholders. Strong knowledge of Dynamics 365 architecture, extensibility patterns, and integration frameworks. Experience delivering complex multi-module deployments (Finance, Supply Chain, Production). Strong understanding of multi-country rollouts and hybrid cloud/on-premise landscapes. Experience working with Microsoft Lifecycle Services (LCS). Contract Details Location: Manchester (3 day onsite) Duration: 6 months Daily Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35
Your new company Experienced Director of Digital Transformation and Data required for a national charity on a permanent basis. The organisation is undertaking an ambitious digital and data transformation to modernise its technology estate and strengthen impact for beneficiaries and colleagues. Your new role As the Director of Digital Transformation and Data, you will lead the digital, data and innovation strategy. Reporting to the Director of Technology, you will shape future-ready operating models, modern digital platforms and robust enterprise architecture. You will oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO, ensuring all programmes align to the Technology Roadmap. You will drive the adoption of automation, AI and modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric to embed data-driven decision-making. This is a strategic, collaborative leadership role working closely with IT Operations, Cyber Security, Change and external partners, with responsibility for the full digital innovation lifecycle-from discovery to delivery. Key Duties Lead the digital transformation and innovation portfolio. Oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO. Develop data platforms, governance and the organisation's data programme. Drive automation, AI and integration opportunities. Ensure secure, scalable enterprise architecture and strong technical assurance. Produce Power BI reporting for senior stakeholders. Lead business cases, ROI analysis and support commercial bids. Manage budgets and optimise digital investments. Lead, support and develop high-performing digital and data teams. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience delivering digital transformation and enterprise architecture. Strong technical expertise across Azure, data engineering, warehousing and cloud platforms. Experience leading PMO/DMO functions and development/low-code teams. Fabric awareness would be highly desirable Excellent stakeholder engagement across operational and corporate environments. Strategic leadership capability with strong communication skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and develop business cases. What you'll get in return A key leadership role shaping the future digital landscape of a national charity. Opportunity to deliver high-impact change with real social value. Collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Competitive salary up to £100k and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 15, 2026
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Your new company Experienced Director of Digital Transformation and Data required for a national charity on a permanent basis. The organisation is undertaking an ambitious digital and data transformation to modernise its technology estate and strengthen impact for beneficiaries and colleagues. Your new role As the Director of Digital Transformation and Data, you will lead the digital, data and innovation strategy. Reporting to the Director of Technology, you will shape future-ready operating models, modern digital platforms and robust enterprise architecture. You will oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO, ensuring all programmes align to the Technology Roadmap. You will drive the adoption of automation, AI and modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric to embed data-driven decision-making. This is a strategic, collaborative leadership role working closely with IT Operations, Cyber Security, Change and external partners, with responsibility for the full digital innovation lifecycle-from discovery to delivery. Key Duties Lead the digital transformation and innovation portfolio. Oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO. Develop data platforms, governance and the organisation's data programme. Drive automation, AI and integration opportunities. Ensure secure, scalable enterprise architecture and strong technical assurance. Produce Power BI reporting for senior stakeholders. Lead business cases, ROI analysis and support commercial bids. Manage budgets and optimise digital investments. Lead, support and develop high-performing digital and data teams. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience delivering digital transformation and enterprise architecture. Strong technical expertise across Azure, data engineering, warehousing and cloud platforms. Experience leading PMO/DMO functions and development/low-code teams. Fabric awareness would be highly desirable Excellent stakeholder engagement across operational and corporate environments. Strategic leadership capability with strong communication skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and develop business cases. What you'll get in return A key leadership role shaping the future digital landscape of a national charity. Opportunity to deliver high-impact change with real social value. Collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Competitive salary up to £100k and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
