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Job Title: Procurement Leader Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: From £47,271 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Leading Supply Chain/Procurement activities within your area of responsibility, fostering a culture of added value while driving excellence across People, Process, Technology, and Governance to ensure the Supply Chain function remains fit for the future Procurement & contract management activites for major subcontract, including all commercial and cost matters Collaborating extensively with Customer and Engineering stakeholders, you will influence supplier selection, formulate procurement strategies, negotiate contractual Terms & Conditions, and administer contract performance Providing expert advice on sourcing feasibility, risk mitigation, cost efficiency, and manufacturability, while championing emerging technologies and specialist capability development Communication of your areas SC activities when informing cross-functional and external stakeholders of performance, threats & failures Managing supplier relationships, promoting our strategic and collaborative behaviours Your skills and experiences: Supply Chain, Procurement or Commercial experience within major subcontracts with a CIPs qualification or working towards Proven experience in maintaining strategic supplier relationships and engaging partners early in the lifecycle/development phase to drive collaboration and long-term value Detailed understanding and experience of supplier risk and opportunity coordination Negotiation and influencing skills with experience of price and contractual terms and conditions negotiations Ability to compile data, interpret and propose recommendations through reports and presentations Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Platform Management Control & Instrumentation team: Step into a role where your expertise in procurement directly supports a team at the heart of the Dreadnought programme. You'll be working alongside a talented group responsible for the delivery of highly complex software and hardware control systems to support platform management of the vessel . This is a team that thrives on complexity, collaboration, and innovation. They work closely with project managers and engineering specialists to bring highly technical solutions to life, adapting quickly to the evolving needs of the programme. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 28th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Procurement Leader Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: From £47,271 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Leading Supply Chain/Procurement activities within your area of responsibility, fostering a culture of added value while driving excellence across People, Process, Technology, and Governance to ensure the Supply Chain function remains fit for the future Procurement & contract management activites for major subcontract, including all commercial and cost matters Collaborating extensively with Customer and Engineering stakeholders, you will influence supplier selection, formulate procurement strategies, negotiate contractual Terms & Conditions, and administer contract performance Providing expert advice on sourcing feasibility, risk mitigation, cost efficiency, and manufacturability, while championing emerging technologies and specialist capability development Communication of your areas SC activities when informing cross-functional and external stakeholders of performance, threats & failures Managing supplier relationships, promoting our strategic and collaborative behaviours Your skills and experiences: Supply Chain, Procurement or Commercial experience within major subcontracts with a CIPs qualification or working towards Proven experience in maintaining strategic supplier relationships and engaging partners early in the lifecycle/development phase to drive collaboration and long-term value Detailed understanding and experience of supplier risk and opportunity coordination Negotiation and influencing skills with experience of price and contractual terms and conditions negotiations Ability to compile data, interpret and propose recommendations through reports and presentations Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Platform Management Control & Instrumentation team: Step into a role where your expertise in procurement directly supports a team at the heart of the Dreadnought programme. You'll be working alongside a talented group responsible for the delivery of highly complex software and hardware control systems to support platform management of the vessel . This is a team that thrives on complexity, collaboration, and innovation. They work closely with project managers and engineering specialists to bring highly technical solutions to life, adapting quickly to the evolving needs of the programme. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 28th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Title: Procurement Leader Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: From £47,271 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Leading Supply Chain/Procurement activities within your area of responsibility, fostering a culture of added value while driving excellence across People, Process, Technology, and Governance to ensure the Supply Chain function remains fit for the future Procurement & contract management activites for major subcontract, including all commercial and cost matters Collaborating extensively with Customer and Engineering stakeholders, you will influence supplier selection, formulate procurement strategies, negotiate contractual Terms & Conditions, and administer contract performance Providing expert advice on sourcing feasibility, risk mitigation, cost efficiency, and manufacturability, while championing emerging technologies and specialist capability development Communication of your areas SC activities when informing cross-functional and external stakeholders of performance, threats & failures Managing supplier relationships, promoting our strategic and collaborative behaviours Your skills and experiences: Supply Chain, Procurement or Commercial experience within major subcontracts with a CIPs qualification or working towards Proven experience in maintaining strategic supplier relationships and engaging partners early in the lifecycle/development phase to drive collaboration and long-term value Detailed understanding and experience of supplier risk and opportunity coordination Negotiation and influencing skills with experience of price and contractual terms and conditions negotiations Ability to compile data, interpret and propose recommendations through reports and presentations Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Platform Management Control & Instrumentation team: Step into a role where your expertise in procurement directly supports a team at the heart of the Dreadnought programme. You'll be working alongside a talented group responsible for the delivery of highly complex software and hardware control systems to support platform management of the vessel . This is a team that thrives on complexity, collaboration, and innovation. They work closely with project managers and engineering specialists to bring highly technical solutions to life, adapting quickly to the evolving needs of the programme. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 28th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

HR Project Manager Initially until end of 2026 Inside IR35 3 days on site emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector. We power progress, solve challenges, and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions. We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication to delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients - we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues, which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine. The HR Project Manager will play a critical role in delivering a large, multi-year transformation programme involving TUPE regulations and significant organisational change. The role combines hands-on HR project delivery with strong programme management support, ensuring governance, planning, and execution remain aligned with overarching programme objectives. This position requires proven capability across HR project management, people transition, and stakeholder engagement within complex, federated environments. Key Responsibilities HR Project & Change Delivery Lead the planning and delivery of the HR workstream in line with overall programme milestones and timelines Manage the end-to-end TUPE delivery life cycle, including role identification, grouping, and data management Drive organisational change activities, including role mapping, consultation planning, and employee transition processes Identify, assess, and manage cost, risk, and compliance considerations associated with TUPE and workforce change Collaborate with business change teams, HR colleagues, and third-party suppliers to ensure aligned delivery Programme & Project Management Support Maintain and manage the integrated MS Project plan, ensuring accurate updates across activities, deliverables, milestones, and timelines Interlock closely with the wider programme to align HR activities with dependencies, risks, and critical path items Support the development and maintenance of charters, delivery plans, and workstream schedules Track and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and assumptions related to the HR workstream Produce regular status updates and reporting for programme and senior stakeholders Ensure HR governance, documentation, and reporting standards are consistently applied Stakeholder & Operational Engagement Partner with federated IT and operational teams to manage people-related impacts and stakeholder concerns Engage proactively with senior stakeholders across multiple teams and functions within a complex environment Key Requirements Strong background in HR project management within complex, large-scale organisations Proven experience delivering TUPE transfers and managing regulatory obligations Demonstrable capability in organisational change and people transition initiatives Solid programme and project management skills, including planning, reporting, and governance Experience operating in high-change environments with multiple stakeholders Confident stakeholder engagement and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences Experience supporting technology-enabled change programmes is preferred Proven ability to work within complex organisational and governance structures Experience supporting HR restructuring or M&A-related change programmes Exposure to regulated, enterprise-scale, or federated delivery environments Experience across long-term or multi-year transformation initiatives Interested? At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds. If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential. emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin

Head of Procurement We re Quickline, and we believe everyone deserves great internet. Whoever you are, wherever you are and whatever you do online - our customers are at the heart of everything we do. So we re on a mission to provide lightning fast, reliable broadband that reaches the places other providers leave behind. We are one of the UK s fully funded Altnets. Our mission relies on a team full of inspiring, customer obsessed people, and we re looking for a Head of Procurement to play a pivotal role in our transformation and growth. This is an opportunity for a leader who is energised by driving commercial excellence, thrives on building strong partnerships, and takes pride in creating long-term value. Could that be you? Here s why you ll love this role -You will lead on our procurement transformation journey, with full ownership of our spend which is well in excess of £100m across 600 partners. - By establishing robust frameworks, you ll hold suppliers accountable for delivery, cost, and quality, ensuring best-in-class outcomes. - With a focus on efficiency, you ll champion digitisation and automation, maximising ROI from systems like Salesforce while streamlining processes. - Through leadership and mentoring, you ll develop a high-performance team, building career pathways and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Here s why you ll be great in this role - You will be an accomplished senior procurement leader with a proven background in customer-obsessed, high-growth organisations ideally with exposure to private equity environments, challenger brands, or high-tech businesses where digitisation and automation are at the core. - Leveraging strong commercial acumen, you ll excel in negotiations, cost control, and supplier accountability, consistently driving measurable savings. - Backed by experience in digitisation and automation, you ll use technology to enhance visibility, governance, and efficiency across procurement. - As an influential leader, you ll inspire cultural change, embedding cost-consciousness, customer focus, and best practice across the business. The benefits - Pension 5% employer / 5% employee contribution. - Health Cashback Scheme Can claim back prescription, GP and optician charges, therapy allowance, private outpatient consultations, EAP, 24/7 remote GP service, member discounts. - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, your birthday, house move and wedding day off. - Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days annual leave - Enhanced Paternity/Maternity/Adoption leave - High Street Shopping Discount Scheme - Holidays, food and drink, insurance, sport, tech, high street, Ikea, M&S, cinema etc. - Free Parking on site. - Regular Lunch & Learns - Social Events Summer and End of Year parties etc. - Customer Obsessed Awards - Regular opportunities to win! Note to agencies Quickline have an internal recruitment team. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from any source other than directly from a candidate via our Applicant Tracking System ( ATS ). Any unsolicited CVs sent to Quickline, via the Quickline careers email address, directly to Quickline employees or managers, will be considered Quickline property and Quickline are free to contact those prospective candidates directly with zero financial repercussions. For further information refer to our careers page. Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role

The Finance For Sustainability Group is a group of social enterprises that manage and advise on impact investment projects across sport (including Sporting Assets), the environment (including Finance Earth), arts and heritage. Finance Earth Finance Earth is the UK's leading environmental impact investment advisor and FCA-regulated fund manager, working in partnership with a range of organisations to protect and restore the environment utilising market-based mechanisms. We design and implement bespoke financing solutions and develop high-impact investments that mobilise investment for nature, climate and communities. We are an employee-owned social enterprise and have advised on over 100 projects, operate in more than 35 countries, and have mobilised over £100 million for environmental impact. We are a recognised leader in the UK's emerging 'nature markets' , supporting the Government's aims to scale private investment into nature recovery in England to at least £500 million a year by 2027, and over £1 billion by 2030. We are also an experienced impact fund manager, having designed, raised and managed several impact funds to date, including Community Owned Renewable Energy ("CORE") , a £50 million fund raised in 2017 that invested in community solar farms, successfully exited in 2023 generating commercial-level returns alongside a projected £20 million in local community benefits. Sporting Assets Sporting Assets is the leading provider of advisory and investment management services to the sport and physical activity sector in the UK. We manage impact investment funds that provide affordable patient loans to community-based organisations delivering impact through sport and physical activity. Investors and stakeholders in our funds include Sport England, National Governing Bodies, Trusts and Foundations, and Impact Investors including the Access Foundation and Better Society Capital. Beyond our funds, we provide business advisory services to the sector, helping organisations build capacity, develop investment cases and business plans to access funding and finance to become more sustainable and impactful. We work across the public, private, and charitable sectors, delivering practical, specialist advice backed by deep expertise. As a social enterprise, improved social and health outcomes are at the heart of our work building resilient, sustainable, well invested community enterprises. The Role We are looking to recruit a full-time experienced HR Advisor to work closely with the Head of HR in providing high-quality, pragmatic people advice and support across two independent firms within the Group. This newly created role will support leaders and managers to ensure people practices are consistent, compliant and aligned with organisational values, while recognising the needs of each business within the Group. The HR Advisor will deliver day-to-day HR support, contribute to the development and implementation of policies and frameworks, and support the Head of HR on both operational and strategic people priorities, ensuring continuous improvement of the HR function. The role requires a hands-on, collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across both businesses. Occasional travel to Leeds may be required. Key Responsibilities HR Advisory & Employee Relations Provide timely, accurate and pragmatic HR advice to managers and employees on a wide range of people matters, including performance management, absence, disciplinaries, grievances, capability and conduct issues. Support managers to apply HR policies and procedures fairly, consistently and in line with employment law and organisational values. Work closely with the Head of HR to manage and support employee relations cases, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated appropriately. Talent, Performance & Development Support recruitment and onboarding across the Group, advising on role design, fair selection practices, conduct interviews and ensuring a consistent candidate experience. Advise managers on performance management processes, including objective setting, reviews, development planning and underperformance management. Contribute to learning and development initiatives, leadership capability building and succession planning across the Group. Support the effective implementation of reward, recognition and benefits frameworks. People & Culture Support the Head of HR in developing and embedding culture aligned to organisational values, while respecting the distinct identities of individual companies. Contribute to initiatives that promote employee engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and belonging across the organisations. Coach and advise managers to build confidence and capability in people management. Support leadership teams to proactively identify and address people-related risks and opportunities. Promoting diversity and inclusion within the organisations. Policies, Compliance & Best Practice Support the development, review and implementation of HR policies, frameworks and guidance, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice. Monitor changes in employment law and HR best practice, working with the Head of HR to translate these into practical, proportionate guidance for the Group. Ensure consistent and accurate HR record-keeping and data provision across the Group in line with GDPR and internal standards. Support audits, data reporting and governance requirements related to people management across the Group. Specific skills and experience You will have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in an HR Advisor or similar HR generalist role within a fast-paced and dynamic business environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role, ideally supporting multiple teams, functions or entities. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application across different organisational contexts. Experience supporting employee relations matters, organisational change and performance management processes Experience supporting recruitment across the employee lifecycle, including hiring manager support, offers and onboarding. Experience supporting learning and development initiatives, including performance development and capability building. Confident user of HR platforms and technology (HRIS, ATS, AI and related tools) Confidence operating in a matrix or Group structure, balancing consistency with flexibility. CIPD qualification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent professional experience. Personal attributes Delivers objective, pragmatic HR advice with a collaborative and approachable style. Exercises sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters. Builds trusted relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders across the organisation, with the confidence to influence and challenge constructively. Highly organised, resilient and comfortable managing competing priorities in a changing environment. Strong commitment to fairness, inclusion and a positive employee experience within values-led culture. Detail oriented and solutions focused with a proactive mindset. Comfortable operating in a scaling, high-ambition environment with evolving processes and ambiguity. Enjoys building efficient systems and improving HR processes while supporting operational delivery. Uses data and HR metrics to inform decision making, including workforce planning and reward insights. Communicates with clarity and precision across multidisciplinary teams, both verbally and in writing, including policies, contracts and employee communications. Curious and eager to learn, with the ability to grasp technical concepts to support recruitment and people strategy. We do not expect candidates to possess all of these skills and competencies, importantly what we are looking for is someone who can show how their skills and experience could be adapted to fit this profile, if/where there are gaps. The Rewards Our people are our business; we work hard to ensure that they have fulfilling careers and a good work-life balance. We encourage training to make sure our people are equipped to do their jobs to the best of their abilities and offer flexible working and generous holidays so that staff can both meet client expectations and personal goals. Base salary of up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Up to 10% of salary, discretionary annual bonus and discretionary Christmas bonus (up to £1,000) Opportunity to become a shareholder after 12 months with a potential dividend allowance 25 days' holiday plus English bank holiday, 2-3 days at Christmas and up to 5 additional days length of service days (pro-rata) Hybrid and flexible working options Generous training and development budgets Private medical insurance, Group life insurance and 3% Pension contribution Monthly team socials Unfortunately, if you do not already hold a right to work in the UK or require sponsorship to continue working in the UK, we will not be able to consider your application at this time. 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CMDB Product Manager - ServiceNow Configuration Management Database Manager Location: Knutsford or Manchester (Hybrid) Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits About the opportunity We're working with a leading global banking organisation to recruit a CMDB Product Manager to join their IT Service Management function at Vice President level. This is a high-impact role where you'll own and evolve the Configuration Management Database (CMDB) as a critical enterprise platform, underpinning operational stability, automation, risk management, and regulatory compliance across the bank. You'll act as the strategic product owner for CMDB, driving standards, data quality, and adoption across a complex technology landscape, while leading delivery through agile, cross-functional squads and vendor partners. The role As CMDB Product Manager, you will: Own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of the enterprise CMDB, aligned to business objectives and regulatory expectations Drive CSDM alignment, ServiceNow CMDB design, and policy governance across the organisation Ensure high data quality, integrity, and trust, including critical data elements, lineage, attestations, and automated compliance reporting Work closely with Technology, Architecture, ITOM, Change, Security, and Risk teams to ensure CMDB enables effective decision-making and automation Define and track KPIs and OKRs, publishing management information to support senior stakeholders Lead continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and mitigating risk and control issues related to configuration data Communicate and embed CMDB standards and process changes across a large, federated IT estate What we're looking for We're keen to speak to candidates who bring strong product ownership experience and deep technical expertise in CMDB and data governance. Essential experience: Deep ServiceNow CMDB expertise, including CSDM, ITOM Discovery, and IRE policy design Proven Agile Product Ownership experience (OKRs, backlog management, release planning) Strong background in data governance and data quality management, ideally in a regulated environment Experience working across large, complex technology organisations with multiple stakeholders Desirable experience: Integration of CMDB with ITAM / HAM / SAM Exposure to Change Management, Vulnerability Management, or IAM Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture, Technology Reference Models, and role-based access controls Please apply with your CV in the first instance.

Senior Agile Delivery Manager Location: London - Hybrid (2-3 days per week) Salary: (Apply online only)k + Bonus Type: Permanent Sponsorship: Not available Overview A leading international multi-asset exchange organisation operating across equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. The organisation is focused on strengthening its technology platforms, regulatory compliance, and delivery capability to support global market participants. Role Purpose The Senior Delivery Manager will lead the design, implementation, and adoption of delivery methodologies and governance frameworks across technology, product, and change functions. You will operate at the intersection of technology, product, business, and risk, ensuring delivery is predictable, transparent, and aligned to strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Delivery Methodology & Framework Design Define and implement hybrid delivery frameworks (Agile) aligned to enterprise needs Establish a standardised Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) across programmes Embed best practices across tooling such as Jira and Confluence Ensure alignment across engineering, architecture, and product Governance & Control Framework Design and implement a robust delivery governance model, including: Programme and portfolio governance forums Standardised reporting (RAID, status, financial tracking) Escalation and decision-making frameworks Ensure alignment with regulatory expectations from relevant financial authorities Build audit-ready processes and artefacts Adoption & Change Leadership Drive enterprise-wide adoption of delivery standards and governance frameworks Lead stakeholder engagement across Technology, Business, Risk, and Compliance Develop and execute change management strategies to embed new ways of working Address resistance and ensure sustained behavioural change Delivery Oversight & Performance Provide oversight and assurance across key programmes and initiatives Coach and support Delivery Managers, Programme Managers, and Scrum Masters Intervene in at-risk programmes and drive recovery plans Define and track delivery KPIs and success metrics (predictability, velocity, risk reduction) Stakeholder & Executive Engagement Engage senior stakeholders and executives to align delivery with strategic priorities Present at governance forums and steering committees Act as a trusted advisor on delivery strategy and execution Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Senior Delivery Manager or Programme Lead within financial services or regulated environments Demonstrated success in: Designing and implementing delivery methodologies Building governance frameworks at scale Driving organisational adoption and change Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery models Strong knowledge of SDLC and enterprise delivery tooling Experience operating in regulated environments with audit and compliance requirements Excellent stakeholder management, including executive-level engagement Desirable Experience within capital markets, trading platforms, or exchange environments Familiarity with regulatory frameworks in global financial markets

IT Project Manager - Law / Legal sector experience Our client is recruiting for a Project Manager ideally with a background within the Law / Legal sector or Professional Services. The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end assessment, re-planning, and delivery of solutions, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. This includes managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality, while applying robust governance, assurance, and delivery practices. Hybrid working Location - London Key skills/experience 10 years + experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary technology programmes within complex, multi-vendor environments, maintaining strong control over schedule, cost and scope. Demonstrable success in rescuing distressed projects-identifying root causes, re-baselining plans, and regaining stakeholder confidence. Proven ability to manage delivery across both internal and outsourced teams. Leadership mindset, able to build confidence within teams to promote a delivery-led, accountable and transparent culture. Ability to manage multi-vendor delivery models and contractual deliverables. Experience of agile, hybrid, and traditional delivery methodologies. Strong stakeholder management skills, with an ability communicate clearly and translate complex issues into actionable information Familiarity with collaboration tools, productivity suites, and alternative technology solutions for resilience. Strong understanding of delivery assurance, testing, and transition to operations. Project/Programme Management certifications (e.g., MSP, PMP, PRINCE2) desirable. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Job Title: Bids & Proposals Manager Location: North Yorkshire (Hybrid) Salary: £45,000-£55,000 The Company Our client is a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation, operating at the forefront of advanced sensing technology across defence, aerospace, and highly regulated industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and quality, they offer a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where employees can make a real impact on cutting-edge projects worldwide. Working Hours 39 hours per week (Hybrid working available) Job Description As a Bids & Proposals Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end bid activity across global defence opportunities. The Bids & Proposals Manager will act as Bid Lead on key strategic tenders, ensuring submissions are high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Bids & Proposals Manager will develop bid strategies, coordinate inputs, and drive successful outcomes across complex international projects. You ll lead bid planning, manage governance processes, and ensure all proposals align with wider business objectives. This Bids & Proposals Manager role will also involve supporting early-stage capture activities, contributing to win strategies, and engaging with stakeholders across engineering, commercial, and sales teams. The Bids & Proposals Manager will play a critical role in improving bid performance, win rates, and overall proposal quality. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Bids & Proposals Manager (or similar) within defence or regulated industries Strong understanding of military procurement frameworks (MOD, NATO or similar) Experience managing complex tenders (RFPs, RFQs, ITTs) Commercial awareness with knowledge of contract structures Excellent written and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines Experience working in a hybrid or autonomous environment Desirable: Knowledge of export controls (e.g. ITAR, UK regulations) APMP or equivalent qualification Background in engineering or technical sectors Why Should You Apply? This is an exciting opportunity for a Bids & Proposals Manager to join a growing, innovative business working on high-impact global projects. You ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team, with real opportunities to influence major contract wins and shape strategic growth. If you re a driven Bids & Proposals Manager looking to step into a role where your work directly contributes to business success, this position offers both challenge and reward in equal measure. Only sole UK nationals eligible due to security clearance requirements.

Job Title: Contract Manager Defence Location: North Yorkshire (hybrid working available) Salary: £40,000-£50,000 DOE The Company: Our client is a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation, operating at the forefront of advanced sensing technology across defence, aerospace, and highly regulated industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and quality, they offer a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where employees can make a real impact on cutting-edge projects worldwide. Job Description: The Contract Manager will take ownership of complex commercial contracts within a regulated defence environment, managing the full lifecycle from negotiation through to delivery and close-out. You will act as the key commercial interface, ensuring all contracts are compliant, commercially sound, and aligned with business objectives. The Contract Manager will also support bid activity, helping shape pricing strategies, risk positions, and contractual terms. Key responsibilities include: Managing contracts end-to-end, including negotiation and performance Leading on commercial strategy, balancing risk and opportunity Acting as the primary contact for customers and stakeholders Ensuring compliance with defence regulations and governance Managing contract changes, disputes, and performance metrics Supporting bids and tenders with commercial expertise Skills & Experience: To be successful in this Contract Manager role, you will need: Degree in Law, Business or similar Proven experience in contract management (3+ years) Background in a regulated environment (defence, public sector, etc.) Strong knowledge of contract law, pricing, and risk management Experience negotiating complex contracts Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) Desirable: Experience working with defence organisations (e.g. MoD) Knowledge of government procurement processes Professional accreditation (IACCM or similar) Why Should You Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Contract Manager to step into a strategic, high-impact role within a growing and innovative organisation. You ll be working on meaningful defence projects, gaining exposure to complex, high-value contracts while being supported in your professional development. The Contract Manager role offers long-term career progression, a strong benefits package, and the chance to be part of a business that truly values its people. Only sole UK nationals eligible due to security clearance requirements.

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Reading, Havant, Glasgow or Perth. Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time Flexible First options available. The Role The IT Risk and Controls Manager, within the Service Operations and Delivery team, assists with the implementation and ongoing development of IT risk and control procedures throughout the SIAM ecosystem. With a focus on proactive risk management and operational resilience, the role collaborates closely with IT stakeholders, service delivery teams, and providers to identify, communicate, and address compliance challenges, ensuring operational risks are effectively managed within the organisation's risk appetite. This role evaluates the effectiveness of IT controls, verifies adherence to established standards and requirements, and provides critical information to support the Service Leadership team in informed decision-making. In addition, this position drives the seamless integration of controls into operational processes and services, works in partnership with the Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) team, and builds strong relationships with IT Partners, Business Units, and service providers to foster a culture of continual improvement and operational resilience. You Will Ensure IT systems and operational processes comply with relevant regulations and industry standards and conduct regular and thorough IT risk assessments in collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify potential compliance gaps and areas for improvement. Drive operational resilience initiatives by ensuring IT systems and services are robust, recoverable, and capable of withstanding disruptions. Support the business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR) planning and testing processes from an IT risk and controls perspective, ensuring that appropriate measures and controls are in place, regularly reviewed, and improved to minimise the impact of incidents on business operations. Manage the Group Technology Services (GTS) Operational Risk Register by diligently tracking operational risks, embedding appropriate controls within business processes, and providing regular updates on risk status. Reporting on IT risk and control matters, including emerging issues and outstanding actions, directly to Risk Boards and Committees to facilitate informed decision making. Consult closely with Cyber Risk and Information Security teams to align strategies, share insights, and ensure a unified approach to managing IT risks and collaborate effectively with the 2LOD GRC Team and engage with GTS stakeholders to drive a culture of compliance and strengthen overall governance structures. Coordinate activities with audit teams to systematically review and evaluate IT controls and processes, addressing any identified weaknesses or instances of non compliance. You Have Experience of delivering IT risk, compliance or assurance activities including operational resilience. Good knowledge of IT governance frameworks such as COBIT 5, ITIL, ISO 31000, 27005, 38500 and their interactions. Experience of designing or reviewing IT processes and their controls and performing risk assessments. Working knowledge of IT and operational risk, IT and enterprise architecture, IT strategy and IT outsourcing, service management, and delivery. Proficiency in communicating and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders. About SSE SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33 bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day to day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more. Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. Work with an equal opportunity employer SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Finance Transformation Lead/Finance Systems Implementation Consultant required to lead a group-wide Finance Systems Replacement and technology enablement programme within a large FCA-regulated Financial Services organisation. Experience delivering Finance system implementations (eg, GL, AP/AR, PO workflow, Planning/MI tools) as a Finance business lead, rather than as an IT/technical project manager, is highly desirable. You will manage the full life cycle from requirements gathering and vendor selection through to implementation and transition to BAU, working closely with Finance, Technology, Data and third-party vendors. Key Responsibilities End-to-end delivery of finance system/general ledger replacement Define future-state finance processes, data and reporting Manage vendor selection alongside Procurement Lead governance, RAID management and programme reporting Act as liaison across Finance, IT, Data teams and external suppliers Drive finance change management and operating model improvements Identify automation opportunities across AP, PO, budgeting, planning and MI reporting Required Experience Proven delivery of finance systems or ERP implementation programmes Strong finance domain knowledge (GL, AP, AR, Financial Reporting, FP&A) Stakeholder management at senior level Vendor and third-party management Experience delivering complex cross-functional projects Desirable Oracle and/or Microsoft Dynamics Financial services/FCA-regulated environment ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent PRINCE2/APM/PMP This is a key transformation role within a growing financial services organisation modernising its finance operating model and reporting capability. This is a 12 month FTC. Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in Swindon.

Change Manager - Permanent - Global Talent Transformation Location: City of London (2 days per week) Contract: Permanent / Full-time Salary: £70,000 + bonus A global workforce and talent solutions organisation is delivering a significant, fast-moving transformation agenda across multiple regions. We are looking for an experienced Change Manager who can operate independently, lead change at pace, and drive adoption at scale within a complex, international environment. This role sits within a central Transformation Office and requires someone confident joining programmes mid-flight, taking ownership of change activity, and partnering closely with senior delivery stakeholders to ensure change lands effectively across geographies. You will play a hands-on role in shaping and delivering change across enterprise-wide programmes, including technology transformation, operating model change, and process optimisation, often within live delivery environments. Key responsibilities include: Owning and delivering end-to-end change management across global, multi-workstream programmes Leading change impact assessments, gap analysis, and defining clear actions for adoption and readiness Driving business readiness at pace, including training coordination, go-live preparation, and hypercare support Designing and executing clear, targeted communications for diverse, international stakeholder groups Establishing and activating regional champion/ambassador networks to scale engagement and feedback Providing clear governance, RAID ownership, dashboards, and leadership reporting to support decision-making Working confidently with PMO, Project Managers, Product Owners, Business Architects, and senior stakeholders across regions Requirements: Proven experience leading change at scale across multi-region or international programmes Strong evidence of autonomous delivery, with clear ownership of change plans, interventions, and outcomes Experience operating in fast-paced, commercial, or enterprise environments, not solely stable or UK-only settings Confidence in joining complex programmes already in delivery and quickly identifying adoption risks and priorities Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders across different geographies A pragmatic, outcomes-focused approach, with the ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable change GCSEs / A Levels or equivalent essential; degree or formal change certification (e.g. Prosci, APMG) desirable. If you are looking for a role where you can lead global change independently and make a tangible impact, we'd welcome your application. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.