Seniority Level: Associate Fleet & Warehouse Manager PURPOSE: Brewing the world's most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Bud, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Jupiler, Leffe, and Hoegaarden. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.That's Who We Are: Come and OWN IT. Fleet Management Excellence The Fleet & Warehouse Manager is accountable for the end-to-end operational excellence of the fleet supporting The Logistics Organization for Belgium (2-Tier Logistics). Key responsibilities: Define, implement, and continuously improve fleet maintenance standards, procedures, and work instructions Ensure full legal compliance, safety standards, and documentation for all vehicles and material handling equipment Own and manage fleet-related budgets, including maintenance, lifecycle management, and cost optimization initiatives Act as the national fleet subject matter expert within 2-Tier Logistics Belgium Drive fleet availability, reliability, safety, and cost efficiency across all depots Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers, ensuring quality, compliance, and value Responsible for the procurement initiatives of new assets in the network. DPO - Fleet Pillar Ownership Full ownership of the Fleet Pillar within AB InBev's DPO (Operational Excellence) program Translate DPO principles into clear standards, KPIs, audits, and improvement actions for fleet management Ensure consistent and excellent execution of the Fleet Pillar across all Belgian sites Monitor performance, identify gaps, and lead corrective and preventive actions Promote a strong culture of standardization, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making National Warehouse Management The Fleet & National Warehouse Manager, the role focuses on process ownership and performance enablement, supporting six depots delivering directly to HORECA customers. Key responsibilities: Design, document, and deploy uniform warehouse processes and standards across all Belgian depots Ensure warehouse processes support service level excellence, productivity, cost control, quality, and safety Act as a functional partner to the Operational Warehouse Managers, without direct line authority (support role) Develop and maintain national dashboards and KPIs, covering: Productivity and labor efficiency Budget adherence and cost performance Quality, accuracy, and error reduction Operational throughput and efficiency Perform deep performance analysis and translate insights into actionable improvement initiatives Support local managers with best practices, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods Ensure full alignment between warehouse operations and the DPO Operational Excellence framework Support of the Warehouse Pillar within AB InBev's DPO (Operational Excellence) program Key Stakeholders Operational Warehouse Managers (6 depots - functional peer relationship) District, Logistics & Operations Leadership Finance managers (budgeting, performance reporting, cost control) Fleet maintenance partners and suppliers DPO / Operational Excellence leadership within ZONE AB InBev Candidate Profile Experience Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, fleet management, or operational excellence Proven experience in multi-site operations within a distribution or logistics environment Strong background in process standardization, KPI management, and performance improvement Experience working with continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, TPS-like systems, Operational Excellence programs) Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and structured mindset Ability to translate strategic objectives into clear, executable operational standards Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, without formal authority Hands-on, disciplined, and results-oriented approach Strong communication skills in a complex, multi-depot environment Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level Languages & Mobility Fluent in Dutch, French & English Full mobility: willing to travel regularly between depots across Belgium BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit. UNIQUE CULTURE We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company's long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy. ZoneEUR
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Seniority Level: Associate Fleet & Warehouse Manager PURPOSE: Brewing the world's most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. Our portfolio of iconic brands includes global classics like Stella Artois, Bud, and Corona, and well-known favorites such as Jupiler, Leffe, and Hoegaarden. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy.We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.That's Who We Are: Come and OWN IT. Fleet Management Excellence The Fleet & Warehouse Manager is accountable for the end-to-end operational excellence of the fleet supporting The Logistics Organization for Belgium (2-Tier Logistics). Key responsibilities: Define, implement, and continuously improve fleet maintenance standards, procedures, and work instructions Ensure full legal compliance, safety standards, and documentation for all vehicles and material handling equipment Own and manage fleet-related budgets, including maintenance, lifecycle management, and cost optimization initiatives Act as the national fleet subject matter expert within 2-Tier Logistics Belgium Drive fleet availability, reliability, safety, and cost efficiency across all depots Manage relationships with external service providers and suppliers, ensuring quality, compliance, and value Responsible for the procurement initiatives of new assets in the network. DPO - Fleet Pillar Ownership Full ownership of the Fleet Pillar within AB InBev's DPO (Operational Excellence) program Translate DPO principles into clear standards, KPIs, audits, and improvement actions for fleet management Ensure consistent and excellent execution of the Fleet Pillar across all Belgian sites Monitor performance, identify gaps, and lead corrective and preventive actions Promote a strong culture of standardization, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making National Warehouse Management The Fleet & National Warehouse Manager, the role focuses on process ownership and performance enablement, supporting six depots delivering directly to HORECA customers. Key responsibilities: Design, document, and deploy uniform warehouse processes and standards across all Belgian depots Ensure warehouse processes support service level excellence, productivity, cost control, quality, and safety Act as a functional partner to the Operational Warehouse Managers, without direct line authority (support role) Develop and maintain national dashboards and KPIs, covering: Productivity and labor efficiency Budget adherence and cost performance Quality, accuracy, and error reduction Operational throughput and efficiency Perform deep performance analysis and translate insights into actionable improvement initiatives Support local managers with best practices, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods Ensure full alignment between warehouse operations and the DPO Operational Excellence framework Support of the Warehouse Pillar within AB InBev's DPO (Operational Excellence) program Key Stakeholders Operational Warehouse Managers (6 depots - functional peer relationship) District, Logistics & Operations Leadership Finance managers (budgeting, performance reporting, cost control) Fleet maintenance partners and suppliers DPO / Operational Excellence leadership within ZONE AB InBev Candidate Profile Experience Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics, warehouse operations, fleet management, or operational excellence Proven experience in multi-site operations within a distribution or logistics environment Strong background in process standardization, KPI management, and performance improvement Experience working with continuous improvement frameworks (Lean, TPS-like systems, Operational Excellence programs) Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and structured mindset Ability to translate strategic objectives into clear, executable operational standards Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, without formal authority Hands-on, disciplined, and results-oriented approach Strong communication skills in a complex, multi-depot environment Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level Languages & Mobility Fluent in Dutch, French & English Full mobility: willing to travel regularly between depots across Belgium BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit. UNIQUE CULTURE We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company's long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy. ZoneEUR
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Company Overview: The company is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of the company and the sister company's business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote the companies as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the company's London offices, however the company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Company Overview: The company is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of the company and the sister company's business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote the companies as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of the company's London offices, however the company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
Job Title: Investment Manager Department: Investment Reports to: Investment Director Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £61,500 to £67,000 per annum, depending on experience Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and homeworking About Better Society Capital (BSC): Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the UK's social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as a portfolio manager for the Schroders BSC Social Impact Investment Trust managing its £83m portfolio. As BSC begins delivering its next five-year strategy, the organisation is embarking on a period of significant opportunity, growth and impact. BSC has built a market leading impact investment approach. In 2025 BSC was placed on the BlueMark Global Practice Leaderboard after ranking in the top-quartile across all 8 dimensions of the Operating Principles for Impact Management. The opportunity: We re recruiting an Investment Manager to identify, assess and manage impact investment opportunities. You will also work with other teams to help develop the social impact investment market in the UK, working with investors, social enterprises and government. We invest in our people as seriously as we invest our portfolio. You ll accelerate your growth through hands-on experience across multiple asset classes, tailored training programmes, direct exposure to our Investment Committee, and collaboration with sector-leading specialists. If you re passionate about using investment to help improve people s lives, we want to hear from you. What you will do: Support the development of new investment opportunities, including: Helping identify social issues or market needs where social impact investment can be an important part of the solution; Helping develop creative and innovative solutions to these identified social issues including building collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders including investors, charities and government. Lead prospective investments through our investment process, including: Project and relationship management, including supporting pipeline development and tracking; Undertaking detailed investment analysis, including of the market, the prospective investee, and the financial, social impact and systems change cases; Supporting the structuring of prospective investments; Preparing and presenting investment recommendations to our Investment Committee; Helping negotiate legal documents and close transactions. This role will start in either our social lending & ventures areas with the potential to rotate across asset classes over time. Manage a number of our existing portfolio investments, including: Working with the fund managers to evaluate and manage their financial and social impact performance; Supporting and co-ordinating fund manager reporting to enable us to assess the contribution of the investments to our systems change, impact and financial goals across our portfolio and in the relevant asset classes; Supporting the design and undertake of analysis on impact and financial performance across portfolios of investments, including across asset classes and impact themes. Systems change agent: Supporting the development and delivery of key strategic projects in BSC s asset classes and strategic areas of focus, moving towards leadership of strands depending on experience and learning over time Managing relationships with and help the long-term business development of fund managers Supporting our engagement work with investors and with charities and social enterprises to deliver on our strategic goals Team and approach Helping to build a world class social impact investment team and approach at Better Society Capital, including acting as a champion for part of our impact investing approach or being part of a working group to deliver a strategic priority. Contributing to organisation-wide initiatives that help us deliver our mission such as working groups to improve the way we work or how we engage with certain stakeholders. What you will bring: Qualifications & Experience Essential: A passion and demonstrable commitment to improving lives in the UK Experience of undertaking and communicating detailed analysis of complex problems Experience developing solutions to complex problems Work experience that faces the financial, social or public sector Proven relationship building and influencing skills Desirable: Work experience in social impact investing Proven project management skills Knowledge of housing or real estate, venture investment, social outcomes contracts or lending Skills, Abilities and Attributes Structured thinker able to deal with complexity and uncertainty Innovative, creative and strategic approach to problem solving Solves problems with multiple stakeholders in an open and empathetic way Collegial team player flexible and willing to work with and contribute to a team Self-starter able to work under own initiative and source new opportunities Relationship management excellent interpersonal skills and able to build relationships at all levels A confident and effective communicator when writing and speaking Hunger for continued learning and development, including developing others Embody Better Society Capital core values: Ø Purposeful We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact. Ø Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change Ø Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn. Ø Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence Ø Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring. Don t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. How to apply: Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 10th May 2026 Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. We will review your CV and a short cover letter which should answer the following: Think of one piece of professional work from the last 3 years that best demonstrates why you d be a strong fit for this role at Better Society Capital. Please cover: - Context: Where were you working and what was the goal? - Your role: What were you personally responsible for? - Two key decisions you made: What options did you consider, and why did you choose the path you did? - Impact: What changed as a result? Please include any concrete outcomes (numbers, stakeholder feedback, decisions taken, etc.). - Looking back: What, if anything, would you do differently now, and why? Your CV will be anonymised and reviewed by the hiring panel to help minimise unconscious bias. Interviews Initial Screening calls: w/c 18 May 2026 Round 1 virtual interviews: w/c 01 June 2026 Round 2 in-person interviews: w/c 08 June 2026 As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch. You can find out more about our recruitment approach here Other terms Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Investment Manager Department: Investment Reports to: Investment Director Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £61,500 to £67,000 per annum, depending on experience Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and homeworking About Better Society Capital (BSC): Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the UK's social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as a portfolio manager for the Schroders BSC Social Impact Investment Trust managing its £83m portfolio. As BSC begins delivering its next five-year strategy, the organisation is embarking on a period of significant opportunity, growth and impact. BSC has built a market leading impact investment approach. In 2025 BSC was placed on the BlueMark Global Practice Leaderboard after ranking in the top-quartile across all 8 dimensions of the Operating Principles for Impact Management. The opportunity: We re recruiting an Investment Manager to identify, assess and manage impact investment opportunities. You will also work with other teams to help develop the social impact investment market in the UK, working with investors, social enterprises and government. We invest in our people as seriously as we invest our portfolio. You ll accelerate your growth through hands-on experience across multiple asset classes, tailored training programmes, direct exposure to our Investment Committee, and collaboration with sector-leading specialists. If you re passionate about using investment to help improve people s lives, we want to hear from you. What you will do: Support the development of new investment opportunities, including: Helping identify social issues or market needs where social impact investment can be an important part of the solution; Helping develop creative and innovative solutions to these identified social issues including building collaborative partnerships with diverse stakeholders including investors, charities and government. Lead prospective investments through our investment process, including: Project and relationship management, including supporting pipeline development and tracking; Undertaking detailed investment analysis, including of the market, the prospective investee, and the financial, social impact and systems change cases; Supporting the structuring of prospective investments; Preparing and presenting investment recommendations to our Investment Committee; Helping negotiate legal documents and close transactions. This role will start in either our social lending & ventures areas with the potential to rotate across asset classes over time. Manage a number of our existing portfolio investments, including: Working with the fund managers to evaluate and manage their financial and social impact performance; Supporting and co-ordinating fund manager reporting to enable us to assess the contribution of the investments to our systems change, impact and financial goals across our portfolio and in the relevant asset classes; Supporting the design and undertake of analysis on impact and financial performance across portfolios of investments, including across asset classes and impact themes. Systems change agent: Supporting the development and delivery of key strategic projects in BSC s asset classes and strategic areas of focus, moving towards leadership of strands depending on experience and learning over time Managing relationships with and help the long-term business development of fund managers Supporting our engagement work with investors and with charities and social enterprises to deliver on our strategic goals Team and approach Helping to build a world class social impact investment team and approach at Better Society Capital, including acting as a champion for part of our impact investing approach or being part of a working group to deliver a strategic priority. Contributing to organisation-wide initiatives that help us deliver our mission such as working groups to improve the way we work or how we engage with certain stakeholders. What you will bring: Qualifications & Experience Essential: A passion and demonstrable commitment to improving lives in the UK Experience of undertaking and communicating detailed analysis of complex problems Experience developing solutions to complex problems Work experience that faces the financial, social or public sector Proven relationship building and influencing skills Desirable: Work experience in social impact investing Proven project management skills Knowledge of housing or real estate, venture investment, social outcomes contracts or lending Skills, Abilities and Attributes Structured thinker able to deal with complexity and uncertainty Innovative, creative and strategic approach to problem solving Solves problems with multiple stakeholders in an open and empathetic way Collegial team player flexible and willing to work with and contribute to a team Self-starter able to work under own initiative and source new opportunities Relationship management excellent interpersonal skills and able to build relationships at all levels A confident and effective communicator when writing and speaking Hunger for continued learning and development, including developing others Embody Better Society Capital core values: Ø Purposeful We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact. Ø Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change Ø Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn. Ø Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence Ø Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring. Don t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. How to apply: Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 10th May 2026 Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. We will review your CV and a short cover letter which should answer the following: Think of one piece of professional work from the last 3 years that best demonstrates why you d be a strong fit for this role at Better Society Capital. Please cover: - Context: Where were you working and what was the goal? - Your role: What were you personally responsible for? - Two key decisions you made: What options did you consider, and why did you choose the path you did? - Impact: What changed as a result? Please include any concrete outcomes (numbers, stakeholder feedback, decisions taken, etc.). - Looking back: What, if anything, would you do differently now, and why? Your CV will be anonymised and reviewed by the hiring panel to help minimise unconscious bias. Interviews Initial Screening calls: w/c 18 May 2026 Round 1 virtual interviews: w/c 01 June 2026 Round 2 in-person interviews: w/c 08 June 2026 As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch. You can find out more about our recruitment approach here Other terms Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview . click apply for full job details
Procurement Officer Location: Hybrid (minimum 1 day per month on-site) Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £20.29 - £21.14 per hour Join our team as a Procurement Officer, where you will support the delivery of compliant, value-for-money procurement activities across various service areas. This role is crucial in ensuring that all procurement exercises are efficient, compliant, and well-documented, aligning with Contract Procedure Rules and public procurement legislation. Day-to-Day of the Role: Procurement Delivery: Deliver low to medium value procurement exercises for goods, works, and services, including framework call-offs and competitive tenders. Support higher-value or more complex procurements led by Category Managers. Prepare and manage procurement documentation, including specifications, tender packs, evaluation documentation, and award reports. Ensure procurement activities are completed within agreed timescales and support tender evaluations, clarifications, and contract award processes. Category and Service Support: Collaborate with commissioners, service managers, finance, and legal colleagues. Provide practical advice on procurement routes and compliance. Develop expertise in key service areas, particularly Health and Adult Social Care, Housing, IT, and Facilities Management. Governance and Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with Public Contracts Regulations, Contract Procedure Rules, and internal governance. Maintain accurate procurement and contract records for audit and transparency purposes. Identify and escalate any risks, delays, or non-compliance issues. Systems and Continuous Improvement: Utilize e-procurement and financial systems to manage activities and documentation. Support contract mobilisation and handover to contract managers. Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience in public sector procurement or a regulated procurement environment. Proven experience with framework call-offs and tender processes. Strong understanding of procurement governance and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder-management skills. Desirable: Experience in specific sectors like Health & Adults, Housing, IT, or Facilities Management; procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS); experience using e-procurement or ERP systems. Benefits: Hybrid working model, requiring minimal on-site attendance. Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team. Exposure to diverse procurement projects across multiple sectors.
Apr 15, 2026
Seasonal
Procurement Officer Location: Hybrid (minimum 1 day per month on-site) Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £20.29 - £21.14 per hour Join our team as a Procurement Officer, where you will support the delivery of compliant, value-for-money procurement activities across various service areas. This role is crucial in ensuring that all procurement exercises are efficient, compliant, and well-documented, aligning with Contract Procedure Rules and public procurement legislation. Day-to-Day of the Role: Procurement Delivery: Deliver low to medium value procurement exercises for goods, works, and services, including framework call-offs and competitive tenders. Support higher-value or more complex procurements led by Category Managers. Prepare and manage procurement documentation, including specifications, tender packs, evaluation documentation, and award reports. Ensure procurement activities are completed within agreed timescales and support tender evaluations, clarifications, and contract award processes. Category and Service Support: Collaborate with commissioners, service managers, finance, and legal colleagues. Provide practical advice on procurement routes and compliance. Develop expertise in key service areas, particularly Health and Adult Social Care, Housing, IT, and Facilities Management. Governance and Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with Public Contracts Regulations, Contract Procedure Rules, and internal governance. Maintain accurate procurement and contract records for audit and transparency purposes. Identify and escalate any risks, delays, or non-compliance issues. Systems and Continuous Improvement: Utilize e-procurement and financial systems to manage activities and documentation. Support contract mobilisation and handover to contract managers. Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience in public sector procurement or a regulated procurement environment. Proven experience with framework call-offs and tender processes. Strong understanding of procurement governance and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder-management skills. Desirable: Experience in specific sectors like Health & Adults, Housing, IT, or Facilities Management; procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS); experience using e-procurement or ERP systems. Benefits: Hybrid working model, requiring minimal on-site attendance. Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team. Exposure to diverse procurement projects across multiple sectors.
Are you either a fully ACA qualified or exam qualified (or a finalist with one or two exams remaining) Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior from an independent practice firm looking to upgrade to a very good quality, traditional medium size London based accountancy firm and carry out a varied role consisting of accounts preparation work, audit assignments, tax returns and various advisory based projects? Do you have a strong exam history in your ACA exams? Are you keen to work in a very good quality firm with excellent progression to manager grade on offer? If so, in this newly created role due to growth, your time will be split 50% statutory accounts preparation and tax returns with 50% spent on audit & assurance assignments. The firm is happy to provide audit training if someone needs further training how to lead audits. Based in a general practice role in a good quality ACA training firm with 60 staff, you will be responsible for preparing statutory accounts for a wide range of clients, most being Limited Companies and FRS 102 accounts, drafting corporation tax computations and leading audit assignments from planning to completion. Most clients will be London based and to £80m turnover. You will deal with client queries, technical research, HMRC queries and also be responsible for supervising juniors and reviewing their work. You will gain exposure to a wide range of UK and international clients, including groups, from sectors including property, legal, financial services, technology, media and entertainment, renewable energy, retail and other interesting sectors. Your role will be varied, challenging and hugely enjoyable with great progression prospects to manager grade on offer. The firm would look at a recently qualified ACA, someone exam qualified, or someone with one or two exams remaining if they had first time passes in every exam to date. This firm has had great success with people who have trained outside of London and want to relocate to a London firm for the exposure and opportunities on offer. The firm also offer hybrid working and allows all staff to work from home 2 days a week. To be considered for this new role (March 2026) you must have at least three years experience, probably in a small or medium size accountancy firm and be fully ACA qualified, exam qualified or a finalist. First time passes are highly desirable. You must have experience of preparing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, leading audits from planning to completion, supervising juniors and managing clients. Experience of a wide range of software packages, including Caseware would be an advantage as is a desire to work in a mixed general practice role. You must be professional, be a team player, and be looking to progress at a rapid pace. The firm welcomes applications from candidates looking to relocate to London from another UK based practice firm. This growing accountancy firm has a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work and providing their staff with challenging and varied roles. You will work in a friendly and growing team, and you can expect to work on an interesting array of high profile and growing London based clients as well as international clients. The firm is growing at a rapid rate due to many new business wins from larger accountancy firms. This is a unique opportunity for an ACA qualified or exam qualified Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior to join an entrepreneurial and forward thinking practice and play a role of great importance to the continued growth of the firm. It is also a great opportunity to progress to Manager level in a short space of time.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Are you either a fully ACA qualified or exam qualified (or a finalist with one or two exams remaining) Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior from an independent practice firm looking to upgrade to a very good quality, traditional medium size London based accountancy firm and carry out a varied role consisting of accounts preparation work, audit assignments, tax returns and various advisory based projects? Do you have a strong exam history in your ACA exams? Are you keen to work in a very good quality firm with excellent progression to manager grade on offer? If so, in this newly created role due to growth, your time will be split 50% statutory accounts preparation and tax returns with 50% spent on audit & assurance assignments. The firm is happy to provide audit training if someone needs further training how to lead audits. Based in a general practice role in a good quality ACA training firm with 60 staff, you will be responsible for preparing statutory accounts for a wide range of clients, most being Limited Companies and FRS 102 accounts, drafting corporation tax computations and leading audit assignments from planning to completion. Most clients will be London based and to £80m turnover. You will deal with client queries, technical research, HMRC queries and also be responsible for supervising juniors and reviewing their work. You will gain exposure to a wide range of UK and international clients, including groups, from sectors including property, legal, financial services, technology, media and entertainment, renewable energy, retail and other interesting sectors. Your role will be varied, challenging and hugely enjoyable with great progression prospects to manager grade on offer. The firm would look at a recently qualified ACA, someone exam qualified, or someone with one or two exams remaining if they had first time passes in every exam to date. This firm has had great success with people who have trained outside of London and want to relocate to a London firm for the exposure and opportunities on offer. The firm also offer hybrid working and allows all staff to work from home 2 days a week. To be considered for this new role (March 2026) you must have at least three years experience, probably in a small or medium size accountancy firm and be fully ACA qualified, exam qualified or a finalist. First time passes are highly desirable. You must have experience of preparing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, leading audits from planning to completion, supervising juniors and managing clients. Experience of a wide range of software packages, including Caseware would be an advantage as is a desire to work in a mixed general practice role. You must be professional, be a team player, and be looking to progress at a rapid pace. The firm welcomes applications from candidates looking to relocate to London from another UK based practice firm. This growing accountancy firm has a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work and providing their staff with challenging and varied roles. You will work in a friendly and growing team, and you can expect to work on an interesting array of high profile and growing London based clients as well as international clients. The firm is growing at a rapid rate due to many new business wins from larger accountancy firms. This is a unique opportunity for an ACA qualified or exam qualified Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior to join an entrepreneurial and forward thinking practice and play a role of great importance to the continued growth of the firm. It is also a great opportunity to progress to Manager level in a short space of time.
Your new firm Our client is a highly regarded UK law firm with a strong corporate tax and incentives practice advising a diverse client base across the UK and internationally. The firm acts for public and private companies, financial institutions, owner-managed businesses and high-growth start-ups, supporting them at every stage of their life cycle. Known for its collaborative culture and high calibre work, the firm encourages cross-divisional working and invests heavily in developing its people. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a junior Associate to join the Corporate Tax and Incentives team based in Guildford. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of transactional and advisory tax work, with a particular focus on corporate, real estate and finance transactions. You will also have the opportunity to support on investment funds tax matters and employee incentives work, depending on interest and experience.You will work closely with Partners and colleagues across multiple divisions of the firm, advising on the tax aspects of mid-market M&A transactions and private capital matters. This will include advising on management incentive arrangements, option schemes and the tax issues associated with management shareholders. The role provides a strong platform for development, combining technical challenge with early responsibility and client contact.Alongside technical work, you will be encouraged to contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and support client marketing and business development activities, helping to build the profile and network of the team. What you'll need to succeed You will be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with up to two years' post-qualification experience in corporate tax or a closely related area. Experience advising on the tax aspects of mid-market M&A transactions is important, particularly where employee share schemes or management equity structures are involved. Exposure to private capital work will be highly beneficial.You will bring a strong commitment to client service, with the ability to deliver clear, practical and commercially focused advice. Strong drafting skills, an analytical approach to tax research and the ability to manage a varied workload efficiently are essential. Experience of share schemes, including equity incentive plans for smaller or start-up businesses, would be of interest but is not essential. What you'll get in return You will join a firm that values collaboration, inclusion and long-term career development. The role offers high quality, intellectually stimulating work within a supportive and well-resourced team. The firm operates a hybrid and flexible working model, subject to role requirements and manager approval, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a strong opportunity for a junior tax lawyer to develop a well-rounded practice and progress within a respected Corporate Tax and Incentives team. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it confidentially, please get in touch. If this role is not quite right, but you are considering opportunities within corporate tax or private capital, I would still be very happy to speak with you.We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have developed the relevant level of experience, but applications from candidates with slightly more or less PQE are also welcome. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Your new firm Our client is a highly regarded UK law firm with a strong corporate tax and incentives practice advising a diverse client base across the UK and internationally. The firm acts for public and private companies, financial institutions, owner-managed businesses and high-growth start-ups, supporting them at every stage of their life cycle. Known for its collaborative culture and high calibre work, the firm encourages cross-divisional working and invests heavily in developing its people. Your new role This is an excellent opportunity for a junior Associate to join the Corporate Tax and Incentives team based in Guildford. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of transactional and advisory tax work, with a particular focus on corporate, real estate and finance transactions. You will also have the opportunity to support on investment funds tax matters and employee incentives work, depending on interest and experience.You will work closely with Partners and colleagues across multiple divisions of the firm, advising on the tax aspects of mid-market M&A transactions and private capital matters. This will include advising on management incentive arrangements, option schemes and the tax issues associated with management shareholders. The role provides a strong platform for development, combining technical challenge with early responsibility and client contact.Alongside technical work, you will be encouraged to contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives and support client marketing and business development activities, helping to build the profile and network of the team. What you'll need to succeed You will be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with up to two years' post-qualification experience in corporate tax or a closely related area. Experience advising on the tax aspects of mid-market M&A transactions is important, particularly where employee share schemes or management equity structures are involved. Exposure to private capital work will be highly beneficial.You will bring a strong commitment to client service, with the ability to deliver clear, practical and commercially focused advice. Strong drafting skills, an analytical approach to tax research and the ability to manage a varied workload efficiently are essential. Experience of share schemes, including equity incentive plans for smaller or start-up businesses, would be of interest but is not essential. What you'll get in return You will join a firm that values collaboration, inclusion and long-term career development. The role offers high quality, intellectually stimulating work within a supportive and well-resourced team. The firm operates a hybrid and flexible working model, subject to role requirements and manager approval, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a strong opportunity for a junior tax lawyer to develop a well-rounded practice and progress within a respected Corporate Tax and Incentives team. What you need to do now If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it confidentially, please get in touch. If this role is not quite right, but you are considering opportunities within corporate tax or private capital, I would still be very happy to speak with you.We would expect a lawyer with the stated PQE to have developed the relevant level of experience, but applications from candidates with slightly more or less PQE are also welcome. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: London (On site 3 x per week) Salary/Rate : £200 per day (Inside IR35) Start Date: As soon as possible Job Type: 6 months (strong likelihood of extension) Company Introduction Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our clients digital services. You'll play a key role in connecting our sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, including Lot, Scope, Duration, and access details. Maintain oversight of framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) and alert the business to risks of non-compliance; liaise with Legal. Manage MI invoicing: liaise with Finance to meet monthly MI payment obligations and load invoices to the CCS portal; report business/no business as per framework agreements. Manage frameworks, including maintaining and renewing positions on new and existing frameworks. Identify new framework opportunities and support the management of bid submissions. Work closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities (supplier events, customer engagement, future PIN notices). Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing framework management, working with key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support the Senior Bid Manager in producing compliant proposals for PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities, including clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in line with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in developing and maintaining a bid library/knowledge bank (eg case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking and outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding, and managing Public Sector frameworks/renewals. Administration: Exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance & Public Sector Regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Strong English language skills with the ability to identify grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, able to work under pressure to demanding deadlines, with confidence engaging a broad range of stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HubSpot and public procurement tools (eg BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis) is desirable. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: London (On site 3 x per week) Salary/Rate : £200 per day (Inside IR35) Start Date: As soon as possible Job Type: 6 months (strong likelihood of extension) Company Introduction Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our clients digital services. You'll play a key role in connecting our sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, including Lot, Scope, Duration, and access details. Maintain oversight of framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) and alert the business to risks of non-compliance; liaise with Legal. Manage MI invoicing: liaise with Finance to meet monthly MI payment obligations and load invoices to the CCS portal; report business/no business as per framework agreements. Manage frameworks, including maintaining and renewing positions on new and existing frameworks. Identify new framework opportunities and support the management of bid submissions. Work closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities (supplier events, customer engagement, future PIN notices). Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing framework management, working with key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support the Senior Bid Manager in producing compliant proposals for PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities, including clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in line with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in developing and maintaining a bid library/knowledge bank (eg case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking and outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding, and managing Public Sector frameworks/renewals. Administration: Exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance & Public Sector Regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Strong English language skills with the ability to identify grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, able to work under pressure to demanding deadlines, with confidence engaging a broad range of stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HubSpot and public procurement tools (eg BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis) is desirable. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
eDiscovery Senior Technical Project Manager London/hybrid (but remote from UK could be considered for an exceptional person) The Firm: Highly reputable international Legal Practice undergoing expansion in the eDiscovery Practice. The Role: Provide the eDiscovery team with technical, strategic and practical know how on eDiscovery services. Successfully deliver and assist others in the delivery of eDiscovery projects. Assist with the management of the eDiscovery team The Individual: Have proven experience of successfully supporting projects with all aspects of eDiscovery processes. Experience of using eDiscovery products such as Relativity, Reveal, Disco, Axcelerate, Nuix, and also know or happy to learn Sharedo or Opus2. You will be very technically adept and if not a Relativity Master be well on your way with an understanding across the tool and other tools (mentioned above). Delivery: Accountable for ensuring quality control process is adhered to in delivery of all services Ensure your Manager is made aware of all tasks, projects and the approach to delivery is discussed and confirmed with them Create recommendations, project plans, cost estimates, procedures and specifications, ensuring quotes are provided and instructions are agreed in writing Data processing of material received in various formats including native and load file mapping and ingestion, as well as exception handling Setup and customisation of Relativity , running searches and culling data, creating review batches, customising coding templates, creating user roles and related permission settings Carry out native and load file productions according to specifications Resolve 1st line support queries and work with our 2nd & 3rd line support to ensure technical issues are resolved Be a reference point for service issues, escalating any complaints from the Practice immediately to the team Manager and working with the Manager to address these Ensure defensible processes and data security procedures are adhered to at all times Administration of software and hardware used by the eDiscovery team Responsible for the successful end-to-end delivery of eDiscovery projects, including processing data, creating productions for disclosure/investigation, leveraging TAR functionality, Early Case Assessment tools. Also GenAI solutions, eBundling and case management solutions Keep up to date with developments by attending seminars and presentations on relevant services and technology, ensuring knowledge is shared and training is provided to all team members About Brimstone Consulting: We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: E-Discovery and Digital Forensics; Payments; Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE s etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance ; IT - (full SDLC- BA s PM s , Architects, Developers etc.); Big Data and Data Analytics - (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients specifications. Our Data Protection number: ZA(phone number removed)
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
eDiscovery Senior Technical Project Manager London/hybrid (but remote from UK could be considered for an exceptional person) The Firm: Highly reputable international Legal Practice undergoing expansion in the eDiscovery Practice. The Role: Provide the eDiscovery team with technical, strategic and practical know how on eDiscovery services. Successfully deliver and assist others in the delivery of eDiscovery projects. Assist with the management of the eDiscovery team The Individual: Have proven experience of successfully supporting projects with all aspects of eDiscovery processes. Experience of using eDiscovery products such as Relativity, Reveal, Disco, Axcelerate, Nuix, and also know or happy to learn Sharedo or Opus2. You will be very technically adept and if not a Relativity Master be well on your way with an understanding across the tool and other tools (mentioned above). Delivery: Accountable for ensuring quality control process is adhered to in delivery of all services Ensure your Manager is made aware of all tasks, projects and the approach to delivery is discussed and confirmed with them Create recommendations, project plans, cost estimates, procedures and specifications, ensuring quotes are provided and instructions are agreed in writing Data processing of material received in various formats including native and load file mapping and ingestion, as well as exception handling Setup and customisation of Relativity , running searches and culling data, creating review batches, customising coding templates, creating user roles and related permission settings Carry out native and load file productions according to specifications Resolve 1st line support queries and work with our 2nd & 3rd line support to ensure technical issues are resolved Be a reference point for service issues, escalating any complaints from the Practice immediately to the team Manager and working with the Manager to address these Ensure defensible processes and data security procedures are adhered to at all times Administration of software and hardware used by the eDiscovery team Responsible for the successful end-to-end delivery of eDiscovery projects, including processing data, creating productions for disclosure/investigation, leveraging TAR functionality, Early Case Assessment tools. Also GenAI solutions, eBundling and case management solutions Keep up to date with developments by attending seminars and presentations on relevant services and technology, ensuring knowledge is shared and training is provided to all team members About Brimstone Consulting: We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: E-Discovery and Digital Forensics; Payments; Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE s etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance ; IT - (full SDLC- BA s PM s , Architects, Developers etc.); Big Data and Data Analytics - (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients specifications. Our Data Protection number: ZA(phone number removed)
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. To enable us to meet the statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system, you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom for the duration of the employment. Role Summary The Executive Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs - International Production is responsible for leading and oversight of the negotiation, structuring and management of complex business and legal agreements relating to television development, production, financing, and distribution. The EVP serves as a strategic advisor to President, International Production, senior leadership team, individual production labels, finance, and distribution teams to ensure television projects are structured to maximize business value while minimizing legal and financial risk. Core Responsibilities Lead the Legal & Business Affairs team across the international production business (UK, EMEA, LatAm and APAC) responsible for development, production, and distribution agreements. Legal and business affairs advisor to President, International Production on emerging issues in BA negotiation and collaboration with divisional leadership in developing studio go-to-market strategies. Provide strategic leadership to STIP's production labels in developing creative and innovative deal structures to maximize commercial opportunities and holistic deal value to the studio. Develop and maintain a structure that empowers and enables the BA team to negotiate, structure, draft and administer development and production related deals across the international SPT business. Establish and maintain key external relationships with Business Affair teams from buyers around the world - FTA, streaming, cable and Digital. Build a collaborative culture with US Studio BA to ensure best practices and market insights are shared across SPT. Similarly, develop relationships with BA teams in Sony Music and PlayStation to minimize internal friction and create OneSony opportunities. General Duties Deal Negotiation & Contract Management Oversight and overall sign off on negotiation and structure of a wide range of agreements, ensuring our negotiation strategy and standard practices reflect the studio's market positioning, creative strategy and commercial strategy, including: Development agreements with writers, creators, and producers Showrunner and executive producer agreements Talent agreements (actors, directors, hosts) Production services agreements Co-production and joint venture agreements Financing and deficit financing arrangements Distribution, licensing, and platform agreements First-look and overall deals with producers and production companies Where needed, analyse, review, and interpret contracts; provide thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues. Look for innovative approaches to new deals with talent, IP and production partners. Stay ahead of market trends, ensuring the studio is adopting industry best practice in how we negotiate, how the BA team operates, and how we structure deals for optimal value. Television Production Legal Oversight Leadership / Counsel for global legal and business affairs team throughout the production lifecycle. Act as a point of escalation, support and thought partnership where issues arise, deals deviate from standard processes and team members ask for assistance, including: Script development and rights acquisition Production contracts and vendor agreements Talent guild compliance (WGA, SAG-AFTRA, DGA, Equity, etc.) Production insurance and risk management Clearance and chain-of-title verification Credits, royalties, and profit participation structures Intellectual Property & Rights Management Oversee acquisition and protection of underlying rights for TV projects. Ensure proper chain of title and intellectual property ownership. Oversight of rights exploitation across international territories and platforms. Guidance on format licensing and franchise development. Oversight of Financing & Business Structuring Overall decision maker on structuring TV production financing and investment agreements. Collaborate with finance teams on budgeting, tax incentives, and financial risk management. Negotiate revenue participation and backend compensation structures. Risk Management & Compliance Responsibility in identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks associated with television production. Oversight and guidance to team members managing disputes, claims, and litigation matters relating to SPT projects. Overall responsibility in ensuring compliance with industry regulations, guild agreements, and company policies. AI Policies Provide leadership on the introduction of AI strategy and policies for ITVP division. Fostering Cross-Department Collaboration Ensure optimal collaborative information flow on current deals both within BA and amongst the various teams with SPT and Distribution. Encourage and foster interdepartmental partnership with internal teams including: US Studio Sony Music and PlayStation Finance and Strategy Distribution and Sales Marketing and Franchise Management Strategy & Business Operations Team Development Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, nurturing employee development, and maintaining a pipeline of emerging talent to mentor into future BA Executives. Ensuring a seamless partnership within the international legal and Business Affairs team, including information flow, ensuring transparency and thought partnering on negotiation strategy. Identify and implement training programs to ensure internal competency in policies, requirements, and procedures, and external competency in leading industry practice in negotiation and deal structuring. Provide leadership and guidance to the BA Admin team to ensure the studio is able to administer and comply with contractual and union / guild obligations. Supervisory Responsibility Direct Reports: SVP B&LA (UK), Head of BA Latin America (Miami - TBC). Oversight of BA teams in UK, Latin America and Brazil. Mentoring responsibility for BA teams in individual production labels in UK and APAC. Education, Years of Experience, Specialized Knowledge or Skills Required 15+ years of experience in entertainment law or business affairs. A proven leader with impeccable judgement who acts with a sense of urgency. Extensive experience in television production and deal negotiation. Experience working at a major studio, streamer, broadcaster, or entertainment law firm. Collaborative style with proven ability to quickly grow and maintain strong internal relationships with multiple business lines. Proven ability in managing complex relationships (internally and externally). Experience of leading a variety of transactions, i.e. acquisitions, divestments, renegotiations. Willingness and ability to quickly learn new areas of the business as required. Ability to work closely with and win trust of senior (President and above) executives in London and LA. Proven network among international buyers' BA teams. What you have Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external vendors. Previous solid learning coordination experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and learning management systems (experience with Cornerstone is desired). Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity. Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Ability to handle high pressure situations in a professional, flexible & customer focused manner. A global perspective and the ability to work with diverse audiences and cultures, adapting style to effectively communicate. How we take care of you Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle, including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan. Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans, subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state of the art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Please note that this role is based in the United Kingdom. To enable us to meet the statutory and regulatory obligations of the United Kingdom immigration system, you must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the United Kingdom for the duration of the employment. Role Summary The Executive Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs - International Production is responsible for leading and oversight of the negotiation, structuring and management of complex business and legal agreements relating to television development, production, financing, and distribution. The EVP serves as a strategic advisor to President, International Production, senior leadership team, individual production labels, finance, and distribution teams to ensure television projects are structured to maximize business value while minimizing legal and financial risk. Core Responsibilities Lead the Legal & Business Affairs team across the international production business (UK, EMEA, LatAm and APAC) responsible for development, production, and distribution agreements. Legal and business affairs advisor to President, International Production on emerging issues in BA negotiation and collaboration with divisional leadership in developing studio go-to-market strategies. Provide strategic leadership to STIP's production labels in developing creative and innovative deal structures to maximize commercial opportunities and holistic deal value to the studio. Develop and maintain a structure that empowers and enables the BA team to negotiate, structure, draft and administer development and production related deals across the international SPT business. Establish and maintain key external relationships with Business Affair teams from buyers around the world - FTA, streaming, cable and Digital. Build a collaborative culture with US Studio BA to ensure best practices and market insights are shared across SPT. Similarly, develop relationships with BA teams in Sony Music and PlayStation to minimize internal friction and create OneSony opportunities. General Duties Deal Negotiation & Contract Management Oversight and overall sign off on negotiation and structure of a wide range of agreements, ensuring our negotiation strategy and standard practices reflect the studio's market positioning, creative strategy and commercial strategy, including: Development agreements with writers, creators, and producers Showrunner and executive producer agreements Talent agreements (actors, directors, hosts) Production services agreements Co-production and joint venture agreements Financing and deficit financing arrangements Distribution, licensing, and platform agreements First-look and overall deals with producers and production companies Where needed, analyse, review, and interpret contracts; provide thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues. Look for innovative approaches to new deals with talent, IP and production partners. Stay ahead of market trends, ensuring the studio is adopting industry best practice in how we negotiate, how the BA team operates, and how we structure deals for optimal value. Television Production Legal Oversight Leadership / Counsel for global legal and business affairs team throughout the production lifecycle. Act as a point of escalation, support and thought partnership where issues arise, deals deviate from standard processes and team members ask for assistance, including: Script development and rights acquisition Production contracts and vendor agreements Talent guild compliance (WGA, SAG-AFTRA, DGA, Equity, etc.) Production insurance and risk management Clearance and chain-of-title verification Credits, royalties, and profit participation structures Intellectual Property & Rights Management Oversee acquisition and protection of underlying rights for TV projects. Ensure proper chain of title and intellectual property ownership. Oversight of rights exploitation across international territories and platforms. Guidance on format licensing and franchise development. Oversight of Financing & Business Structuring Overall decision maker on structuring TV production financing and investment agreements. Collaborate with finance teams on budgeting, tax incentives, and financial risk management. Negotiate revenue participation and backend compensation structures. Risk Management & Compliance Responsibility in identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational risks associated with television production. Oversight and guidance to team members managing disputes, claims, and litigation matters relating to SPT projects. Overall responsibility in ensuring compliance with industry regulations, guild agreements, and company policies. AI Policies Provide leadership on the introduction of AI strategy and policies for ITVP division. Fostering Cross-Department Collaboration Ensure optimal collaborative information flow on current deals both within BA and amongst the various teams with SPT and Distribution. Encourage and foster interdepartmental partnership with internal teams including: US Studio Sony Music and PlayStation Finance and Strategy Distribution and Sales Marketing and Franchise Management Strategy & Business Operations Team Development Cultivate a culture of continuous learning, nurturing employee development, and maintaining a pipeline of emerging talent to mentor into future BA Executives. Ensuring a seamless partnership within the international legal and Business Affairs team, including information flow, ensuring transparency and thought partnering on negotiation strategy. Identify and implement training programs to ensure internal competency in policies, requirements, and procedures, and external competency in leading industry practice in negotiation and deal structuring. Provide leadership and guidance to the BA Admin team to ensure the studio is able to administer and comply with contractual and union / guild obligations. Supervisory Responsibility Direct Reports: SVP B&LA (UK), Head of BA Latin America (Miami - TBC). Oversight of BA teams in UK, Latin America and Brazil. Mentoring responsibility for BA teams in individual production labels in UK and APAC. Education, Years of Experience, Specialized Knowledge or Skills Required 15+ years of experience in entertainment law or business affairs. A proven leader with impeccable judgement who acts with a sense of urgency. Extensive experience in television production and deal negotiation. Experience working at a major studio, streamer, broadcaster, or entertainment law firm. Collaborative style with proven ability to quickly grow and maintain strong internal relationships with multiple business lines. Proven ability in managing complex relationships (internally and externally). Experience of leading a variety of transactions, i.e. acquisitions, divestments, renegotiations. Willingness and ability to quickly learn new areas of the business as required. Ability to work closely with and win trust of senior (President and above) executives in London and LA. Proven network among international buyers' BA teams. What you have Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees, managers, and external vendors. Previous solid learning coordination experience. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and learning management systems (experience with Cornerstone is desired). Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity. Ability to work independently, proactively and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Ability to handle high pressure situations in a professional, flexible & customer focused manner. A global perspective and the ability to work with diverse audiences and cultures, adapting style to effectively communicate. How we take care of you Competitive salary, with annual bonus eligibility. A choice of comprehensive health plan options that fit your lifestyle, including private medical insurance. Rest and recharge during a week off during the winter holidays, in addition to the 25 days of paid annual leave. Participate in extensive learning & development opportunities at all levels, including curated instructor led classes and high impact online resources. Build your community by joining our Employee Business Resource Groups, and/or Sony Pictures Action - our racial equity and inclusion strategy. Access to an employee online store filled with a variety of discounted Sony products. Watch the newest movies and TV shows at our exclusive employee screenings at work. Entitlement to apply for an interest free season ticket loan. Automatic enrolment in the Company's Pension Plan. Free counselling and advisory service. You will be automatically enrolled in the Company's Life Insurance and Group Income Protection Plans, subject to any applicable service requirements. The opportunity to attend various social events in our state of the art offices in Paddington. In addition to the above . click apply for full job details
BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC
Manchester, Lancashire
Senior Vice President, Counsel - InvestmentsGreater Manchester, United KingdomAt BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Counsel - Investments to join our Legal team. This role is located in Manchester or London.You will serve as a day-to-day advisor for BNY Investments' affiliated investment firms in the UK and their related, international business. These include Newton Investment Management, Walter Scott & Partners and BNY Mellon Investment Management EMEA. You'll join the BNY Investments & Wealth practice within the broader BNY Legal department-an experienced, collaborative team across the UK, US, Hong Kong, Japan and Brazil.You'll bring a working knowledge of investment management regulation, with some hands-on experience of working in the investment management sector. What you'll do: Partner with commercial teams supporting client mandates. Advise on UK and international legal/regulatory issues across the investment management lifecycle. Negotiate and draft investment management agreements for a broad client base (including sovereign and government-related entities, pension schemes, UCITS managers and AIFMs). Support trading and derivatives activity, including counterparty documentation and related powers, authorities and representations required in client documentation. Work closely with Compliance on FCA requirements and broader regulatory change, and help shape firm policies and procedures. Contribute to key Legal initiatives, partnering with colleagues globally on time-sensitive work. Bring pragmatic judgement to new products and services-helping teams move quickly. Qualified solicitor or barrister (England & Wales) Relevant experience (top-tier law firm and/or in-house) Collaborative style and the ability to deliver succinct, practical advice Working knowledge of FSMA and the FCA Handbook A pragmatic, solutions-first approach; comfortable as a true business partner Sound judgement in identifying and managing legal risk Comfortable balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Able to translate complexity into plain English A team-oriented approach and credibility with stakeholders Curious, motivated, and ready to grow within one of the world's largest investment management businesses What you'll bring At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: Here's a few of our recent awards: America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 "Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025Our Benefits and Rewards:BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.Years of experience4-88+ Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 4 - 8 years 8+ yearsTop skillsAsset ManagementArbitrationBrokerage
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Vice President, Counsel - InvestmentsGreater Manchester, United KingdomAt BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Counsel - Investments to join our Legal team. This role is located in Manchester or London.You will serve as a day-to-day advisor for BNY Investments' affiliated investment firms in the UK and their related, international business. These include Newton Investment Management, Walter Scott & Partners and BNY Mellon Investment Management EMEA. You'll join the BNY Investments & Wealth practice within the broader BNY Legal department-an experienced, collaborative team across the UK, US, Hong Kong, Japan and Brazil.You'll bring a working knowledge of investment management regulation, with some hands-on experience of working in the investment management sector. What you'll do: Partner with commercial teams supporting client mandates. Advise on UK and international legal/regulatory issues across the investment management lifecycle. Negotiate and draft investment management agreements for a broad client base (including sovereign and government-related entities, pension schemes, UCITS managers and AIFMs). Support trading and derivatives activity, including counterparty documentation and related powers, authorities and representations required in client documentation. Work closely with Compliance on FCA requirements and broader regulatory change, and help shape firm policies and procedures. Contribute to key Legal initiatives, partnering with colleagues globally on time-sensitive work. Bring pragmatic judgement to new products and services-helping teams move quickly. Qualified solicitor or barrister (England & Wales) Relevant experience (top-tier law firm and/or in-house) Collaborative style and the ability to deliver succinct, practical advice Working knowledge of FSMA and the FCA Handbook A pragmatic, solutions-first approach; comfortable as a true business partner Sound judgement in identifying and managing legal risk Comfortable balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Able to translate complexity into plain English A team-oriented approach and credibility with stakeholders Curious, motivated, and ready to grow within one of the world's largest investment management businesses What you'll bring At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: Here's a few of our recent awards: America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 "Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025Our Benefits and Rewards:BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life's journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.Years of experience4-88+ Less than 2 years 2 - 4 years 4 - 8 years 8+ yearsTop skillsAsset ManagementArbitrationBrokerage
Deputy Chief Financial Officer Location: Sapientia Education Trust, Wymondham College (travel to other sites required) Salary : SCP 40-48 (£51,356 - £60,208 FTE) Vacancy Type: 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week, Permanent At Sapientia Education Trust, our purpose reaches far beyond education. We inspire curiosity, nurture potential, and empower over 8,500 young people across 22 schools to flourish. Behind that success is a dedicated Finance Team who are seeking an aspiring finance leader to join the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and ambitious Trust at a pivotal point in its development. As Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will play a central role in ensuring strong financial leadership across 22 schools, enabling them to deliver world-class education. Working closely with the CFO and Finance Managers, you will lead key financial processes, strengthen controls, and support school leaders with high-quality financial insight. This role would be suited to someone looking to move into education either from practice, commercial or other public sectors. Do you have the skills to: Provide advice and support to school staff on financial and budgetary matters, ensuring that they meet legal requirements and represents best practice. Lead the Finance Team through monthly management accounts and budget setting cycles, ensuring financial and non-financial objectives are met. Lead the end of year accounts, external audit, and internal scrutiny processes to ensure all matters are resolved successfully in collaboration with the Trust's external auditors and internal scrutineers. Continuously review processes, procedures and practices to ensure the service provided is effective, efficient and compliant with all legal requirements. What We Offer: Mentoring and coaching to support your career aspirations. Sodexo benefits account and Blue Light Card with discounts from major retailers. Salary sacrifice car scheme from Tusker. Hybrid working (one day per week from home after probation). 24/7 access to our employee wellbeing platform and resources. Local Government Pension scheme. If you are a CCAB/CIMA qualified professional with integrity, strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to build relationships across a diverse organisation, we would love to hear from you. Join a Trust that values your professionalism, supports your growth, and recognises the difference your work makes every day. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Applications are to be considered upon receipt, so early applications are recommended. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education's "Keeping Children Safe in Education", references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Financial Officer Location: Sapientia Education Trust, Wymondham College (travel to other sites required) Salary : SCP 40-48 (£51,356 - £60,208 FTE) Vacancy Type: 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week, Permanent At Sapientia Education Trust, our purpose reaches far beyond education. We inspire curiosity, nurture potential, and empower over 8,500 young people across 22 schools to flourish. Behind that success is a dedicated Finance Team who are seeking an aspiring finance leader to join the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and ambitious Trust at a pivotal point in its development. As Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will play a central role in ensuring strong financial leadership across 22 schools, enabling them to deliver world-class education. Working closely with the CFO and Finance Managers, you will lead key financial processes, strengthen controls, and support school leaders with high-quality financial insight. This role would be suited to someone looking to move into education either from practice, commercial or other public sectors. Do you have the skills to: Provide advice and support to school staff on financial and budgetary matters, ensuring that they meet legal requirements and represents best practice. Lead the Finance Team through monthly management accounts and budget setting cycles, ensuring financial and non-financial objectives are met. Lead the end of year accounts, external audit, and internal scrutiny processes to ensure all matters are resolved successfully in collaboration with the Trust's external auditors and internal scrutineers. Continuously review processes, procedures and practices to ensure the service provided is effective, efficient and compliant with all legal requirements. What We Offer: Mentoring and coaching to support your career aspirations. Sodexo benefits account and Blue Light Card with discounts from major retailers. Salary sacrifice car scheme from Tusker. Hybrid working (one day per week from home after probation). 24/7 access to our employee wellbeing platform and resources. Local Government Pension scheme. If you are a CCAB/CIMA qualified professional with integrity, strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to build relationships across a diverse organisation, we would love to hear from you. Join a Trust that values your professionalism, supports your growth, and recognises the difference your work makes every day. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Applications are to be considered upon receipt, so early applications are recommended. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education's "Keeping Children Safe in Education", references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
VP Leveraged Finance & MMDL page is loaded VP Leveraged Finance & MMDLlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: April 28, 2026 (14 days left to apply)job requisition id: -WDDiscover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.MUFG, one of the world's top five banks with over 360 years of heritage and a global presence spanning 50 markets, is seeking a Vice President Leveraged Finance Credit Manager to join their London-based Structured Finance Credit Office for EMEA. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a renowned financial institution that values stability, trust, and professional growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the credit risk framework for Mid-Market and Large Cap Leveraged Finance transactions, working alongside a knowledgeable team within a supportive leadership environment. MUFG offers you the chance to connect with colleagues across Tokyo, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore, and London, ensuring your expertise is shared and valued on a global scale. The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where your interpersonal skills and commitment to excellence are recognised and rewarded. With flexible working opportunities and access to training programmes, you will be empowered to develop your career while contributing to MUFG's vision of becoming the world's most trusted financial group. Join a globally respected bank with a rich history and strong reputation for stability, offering you the chance to work with high-profile clients and international teams. Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training programmes designed to support your professional development within a collaborative environment. Play a key role in shaping credit risk frameworks for leveraged finance transactions, leveraging your knowledge and interpersonal skills in a supportive leadership setting. What you'll do: identification-you'll help safeguard MUFG's interests while advancing its vision for trusted financial services. Conduct comprehensive credit analysis of Mid-Market Leveraged Finance transactions by engaging in due diligence calls, drafting detailed credit papers, applying rating methodologies, and preparing comparative statistics under senior management guidance. Monitor and review existing portfolio transactions, making well-considered recommendations regarding credit decisions and ratings based on current market trends and developments. Work collaboratively on ad-hoc projects as directed by Group Head or senior management to set up or adjust risk criteria and policies, enhancing portfolio quality. Stay informed about sector-specific trends, market developments, financial structures, and legal frameworks within allocated sectors or products across EMEA countries, sharing insights with the team. Support the development of junior colleagues by sharing technical knowledge related to allocated sectors or products, nurturing talent within the team. Prepare clear reports for Tokyo Head Office and European Headquarters as required, including materials for credit committees that reflect accurate portfolio assessments. Ensure compliance with all regulatory procedures and internal policy requirements by maintaining meticulous records and adhering to established guidelines. Assist Group Heads in exercising delegated credit approval authority or making recommendations to senior management on transaction-specific files. Contribute to the continuous improvement of CIB Credit for EMEA's risk appetite portfolio monitoring frameworks through thoughtful collaboration. What you bring: In this Vice President Leveraged Finance Credit Manager position at MUFG, your proven experience within financial institutions-particularly those specialising in leveraged finance-will be invaluable. You bring deep familiarity with credit assessment principles as well as structured finance products that underpin successful portfolio management. Your background may include significant exposure to investment banking environments where rigorous risk management practices are standard. Interpersonal skills are essential; you excel at connecting with colleagues across hierarchical levels while supporting junior team members' growth through mentoring. Academic qualifications such as a Bachelor's degree form the foundation of your expertise; further credentials like CFA or accountancy certifications enhance your profile. Your communication style is clear yet considerate-enabling you to convey complex information effectively whether preparing reports or participating in committee discussions. A proactive attitude ensures you manage competing priorities efficiently without compromising accuracy or attention to detail. Calmness under pressure allows you to navigate challenging situations smoothly while leveraging advanced Microsoft Office skills for data analysis and strategy articulation. Extensive experience working within a financial institution's credit division covering Leveraged Finance or direct involvement in a Leveraged Finance front line team across Large Cap or Mid-Market segments. Proven track record in investment banking roles focused on credit assessment or front office functions related to structured finance. Deep understanding of credit assessment principles, risk management practices, derivatives products, and regulatory audit processes associated with credit divisions. Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective communication with both senior management and junior staff members within diverse teams. Bachelor's degree as an essential qualification; advanced degrees such as Master's or CFA qualification are highly desirable along with recognised accountancy credentials. Excellent communication abilities paired with results-driven mindset and accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes under pressure. Proactive approach to prioritising workloads efficiently while demonstrating sound judgement in decision-making scenarios. Exceptional attention to detail combined with accuracy when managing large volumes of data or tight deadlines. Calm demeanour allowing you to perform optimally even in high-pressure environments where numerical skills are crucial. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications coupled with the ability to articulate strategic visions for CIB Credit operations. What sets MUFG apart: MUFG stands out as one of the world's leading financial groups thanks to its unwavering commitment to trustworthiness, stability, and professional development. With more than 180,000 employees operating across 50 markets worldwide-including major hubs like Tokyo, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore, and London-the organisation offers unparalleled opportunities for networking and collaboration on a global scale. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate personal needs alongside generous training programmes designed for continuous learning. MUFG fosters an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated; supportive leadership ensures every team member feels valued regardless of their background or experience level. The company's vision-to
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
VP Leveraged Finance & MMDL page is loaded VP Leveraged Finance & MMDLlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: April 28, 2026 (14 days left to apply)job requisition id: -WDDiscover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.MUFG, one of the world's top five banks with over 360 years of heritage and a global presence spanning 50 markets, is seeking a Vice President Leveraged Finance Credit Manager to join their London-based Structured Finance Credit Office for EMEA. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a renowned financial institution that values stability, trust, and professional growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the credit risk framework for Mid-Market and Large Cap Leveraged Finance transactions, working alongside a knowledgeable team within a supportive leadership environment. MUFG offers you the chance to connect with colleagues across Tokyo, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore, and London, ensuring your expertise is shared and valued on a global scale. The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where your interpersonal skills and commitment to excellence are recognised and rewarded. With flexible working opportunities and access to training programmes, you will be empowered to develop your career while contributing to MUFG's vision of becoming the world's most trusted financial group. Join a globally respected bank with a rich history and strong reputation for stability, offering you the chance to work with high-profile clients and international teams. Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to ongoing training programmes designed to support your professional development within a collaborative environment. Play a key role in shaping credit risk frameworks for leveraged finance transactions, leveraging your knowledge and interpersonal skills in a supportive leadership setting. What you'll do: identification-you'll help safeguard MUFG's interests while advancing its vision for trusted financial services. Conduct comprehensive credit analysis of Mid-Market Leveraged Finance transactions by engaging in due diligence calls, drafting detailed credit papers, applying rating methodologies, and preparing comparative statistics under senior management guidance. Monitor and review existing portfolio transactions, making well-considered recommendations regarding credit decisions and ratings based on current market trends and developments. Work collaboratively on ad-hoc projects as directed by Group Head or senior management to set up or adjust risk criteria and policies, enhancing portfolio quality. Stay informed about sector-specific trends, market developments, financial structures, and legal frameworks within allocated sectors or products across EMEA countries, sharing insights with the team. Support the development of junior colleagues by sharing technical knowledge related to allocated sectors or products, nurturing talent within the team. Prepare clear reports for Tokyo Head Office and European Headquarters as required, including materials for credit committees that reflect accurate portfolio assessments. Ensure compliance with all regulatory procedures and internal policy requirements by maintaining meticulous records and adhering to established guidelines. Assist Group Heads in exercising delegated credit approval authority or making recommendations to senior management on transaction-specific files. Contribute to the continuous improvement of CIB Credit for EMEA's risk appetite portfolio monitoring frameworks through thoughtful collaboration. What you bring: In this Vice President Leveraged Finance Credit Manager position at MUFG, your proven experience within financial institutions-particularly those specialising in leveraged finance-will be invaluable. You bring deep familiarity with credit assessment principles as well as structured finance products that underpin successful portfolio management. Your background may include significant exposure to investment banking environments where rigorous risk management practices are standard. Interpersonal skills are essential; you excel at connecting with colleagues across hierarchical levels while supporting junior team members' growth through mentoring. Academic qualifications such as a Bachelor's degree form the foundation of your expertise; further credentials like CFA or accountancy certifications enhance your profile. Your communication style is clear yet considerate-enabling you to convey complex information effectively whether preparing reports or participating in committee discussions. A proactive attitude ensures you manage competing priorities efficiently without compromising accuracy or attention to detail. Calmness under pressure allows you to navigate challenging situations smoothly while leveraging advanced Microsoft Office skills for data analysis and strategy articulation. Extensive experience working within a financial institution's credit division covering Leveraged Finance or direct involvement in a Leveraged Finance front line team across Large Cap or Mid-Market segments. Proven track record in investment banking roles focused on credit assessment or front office functions related to structured finance. Deep understanding of credit assessment principles, risk management practices, derivatives products, and regulatory audit processes associated with credit divisions. Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective communication with both senior management and junior staff members within diverse teams. Bachelor's degree as an essential qualification; advanced degrees such as Master's or CFA qualification are highly desirable along with recognised accountancy credentials. Excellent communication abilities paired with results-driven mindset and accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes under pressure. Proactive approach to prioritising workloads efficiently while demonstrating sound judgement in decision-making scenarios. Exceptional attention to detail combined with accuracy when managing large volumes of data or tight deadlines. Calm demeanour allowing you to perform optimally even in high-pressure environments where numerical skills are crucial. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications coupled with the ability to articulate strategic visions for CIB Credit operations. What sets MUFG apart: MUFG stands out as one of the world's leading financial groups thanks to its unwavering commitment to trustworthiness, stability, and professional development. With more than 180,000 employees operating across 50 markets worldwide-including major hubs like Tokyo, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore, and London-the organisation offers unparalleled opportunities for networking and collaboration on a global scale. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate personal needs alongside generous training programmes designed for continuous learning. MUFG fosters an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated; supportive leadership ensures every team member feels valued regardless of their background or experience level. The company's vision-to
An excellent opportunity for a motivated Paralegal to join a market-leading Financial Services & Products group, focusing primarily on regulated funds. This role offers high levels of responsibility, exposure to complex cross-border work, and strong long-term development opportunities. Client Details Our client is a leading law firm recognised for its work in private capital, M&A, funds and regulatory matters. The firm is known for its supportive, collaborative culture, giving early responsibility to junior team members and offering exceptional training and long-term career progression. They work with a global client base and advise on sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional matters, making this an exciting environment for someone looking to develop a career in financial services regulation and funds. Description The Paralegal will join the Financial Services & Products group, working primarily on regulated funds matters while supporting the wider team when required. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with all aspects of UK authorised funds, including establishment, changes, mergers, closures and ongoing operational queries. Preparing FCA applications and notification forms. Reviewing and processing amendments to fund documentation, including distribution agreements. Drafting investor communications and circulars. Liaising regularly with clients and the FCA. Preparing ESG disclosures and supporting ESG-related advisory work. Supporting fee-earners with day-to-day tasks across the practice. Handling ad hoc administrative tasks as needed. This is a varied and hands-on role that offers exposure to complex regulatory and transactional work within a well-established team. Profile The ideal candidate will have: Strong academic background (A Levels and a minimum 2:1 degree). At least 1 year's experience as a Paralegal within a law firm or asset manager, ideally with exposure to financial services or regulatory work. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. A proactive approach, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a genuine interest in financial services regulation and funds work. Strong written communication skills and a meticulous approach to producing high-quality work. Candidates interested in qualification routes (Training Contract or SQE/QWE) will have access to structured development opportunities. Job Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent training, mentoring and paralegal development programmes. Clear routes to qualification, including support for SQE and consideration for internal NQ roles. An inclusive and supportive working environment that values diversity and encourages career growth. Opportunity to work on high-quality, cross-border regulatory and funds matters within a dynamic team
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity for a motivated Paralegal to join a market-leading Financial Services & Products group, focusing primarily on regulated funds. This role offers high levels of responsibility, exposure to complex cross-border work, and strong long-term development opportunities. Client Details Our client is a leading law firm recognised for its work in private capital, M&A, funds and regulatory matters. The firm is known for its supportive, collaborative culture, giving early responsibility to junior team members and offering exceptional training and long-term career progression. They work with a global client base and advise on sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional matters, making this an exciting environment for someone looking to develop a career in financial services regulation and funds. Description The Paralegal will join the Financial Services & Products group, working primarily on regulated funds matters while supporting the wider team when required. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with all aspects of UK authorised funds, including establishment, changes, mergers, closures and ongoing operational queries. Preparing FCA applications and notification forms. Reviewing and processing amendments to fund documentation, including distribution agreements. Drafting investor communications and circulars. Liaising regularly with clients and the FCA. Preparing ESG disclosures and supporting ESG-related advisory work. Supporting fee-earners with day-to-day tasks across the practice. Handling ad hoc administrative tasks as needed. This is a varied and hands-on role that offers exposure to complex regulatory and transactional work within a well-established team. Profile The ideal candidate will have: Strong academic background (A Levels and a minimum 2:1 degree). At least 1 year's experience as a Paralegal within a law firm or asset manager, ideally with exposure to financial services or regulatory work. Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. A proactive approach, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a genuine interest in financial services regulation and funds work. Strong written communication skills and a meticulous approach to producing high-quality work. Candidates interested in qualification routes (Training Contract or SQE/QWE) will have access to structured development opportunities. Job Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent training, mentoring and paralegal development programmes. Clear routes to qualification, including support for SQE and consideration for internal NQ roles. An inclusive and supportive working environment that values diversity and encourages career growth. Opportunity to work on high-quality, cross-border regulatory and funds matters within a dynamic team
International Tax Manager - Leading International Fintech Business - £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits and bonus Based: West London (hybrid) CTA/ACA Qualified International Tax Manager - About the business An innovative, international fintech business that is a leader in it's field is now in search of a tax qualified International Tax Manager to help manage the day to day activities of the business from a tax perspective and to help guide the business through a period of accelerated international growth. This is a newly created role and offers an excellent opportunity to implement and influence change across the business. International Tax Manager - About the role This role will report directly to the Finance Director and will provides timely and accurate tax information covering all areas of the business on an international basis. Duties will include: Ownership of the tax affairs to support the continued international expansion of the business Implement tax policies and procedures across the group Be the key contact for the tax authorities on all tax matters both here int he UK and overseas Collaborate and partner with the finance, sales and legal teams to ensure all tax implications are understood Work closely with senior management to outline / minimise tax risks and advise on the tax positions of the business Advise on the annual and quarterly corporation tax reporting process Assisting the Group FD in ad hoc project work to promote the international expansion of the business Liaise and challenge key decision makers across the business International Tax Manager - Candidate requirements: Degree educated and a qualified tax accountant (ideally CTA /ACA) 5-10 years of proven tax experience preferably with a practice background Solid understanding of financial controls and best practices Previous experience in a multiple territory and product business highly advantageous Previous fintech or financial services industry experience is highly advantageous but not essential Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop sound working relationships with all levels of staff Advanced Excel skills Willing to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment International Tax Manager - Benefits: Competitive salary Discretionary bonus Healthcare Pension Scheme 25 Days Holiday Hybrid working This is a truly outstanding role at an exciting time in the company's growth. The International Tax Manager role is a key position within the business allowing the individual to help shape the future success of the business whilst providing excellent longer term career prospects.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
International Tax Manager - Leading International Fintech Business - £80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits and bonus Based: West London (hybrid) CTA/ACA Qualified International Tax Manager - About the business An innovative, international fintech business that is a leader in it's field is now in search of a tax qualified International Tax Manager to help manage the day to day activities of the business from a tax perspective and to help guide the business through a period of accelerated international growth. This is a newly created role and offers an excellent opportunity to implement and influence change across the business. International Tax Manager - About the role This role will report directly to the Finance Director and will provides timely and accurate tax information covering all areas of the business on an international basis. Duties will include: Ownership of the tax affairs to support the continued international expansion of the business Implement tax policies and procedures across the group Be the key contact for the tax authorities on all tax matters both here int he UK and overseas Collaborate and partner with the finance, sales and legal teams to ensure all tax implications are understood Work closely with senior management to outline / minimise tax risks and advise on the tax positions of the business Advise on the annual and quarterly corporation tax reporting process Assisting the Group FD in ad hoc project work to promote the international expansion of the business Liaise and challenge key decision makers across the business International Tax Manager - Candidate requirements: Degree educated and a qualified tax accountant (ideally CTA /ACA) 5-10 years of proven tax experience preferably with a practice background Solid understanding of financial controls and best practices Previous experience in a multiple territory and product business highly advantageous Previous fintech or financial services industry experience is highly advantageous but not essential Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop sound working relationships with all levels of staff Advanced Excel skills Willing to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment International Tax Manager - Benefits: Competitive salary Discretionary bonus Healthcare Pension Scheme 25 Days Holiday Hybrid working This is a truly outstanding role at an exciting time in the company's growth. The International Tax Manager role is a key position within the business allowing the individual to help shape the future success of the business whilst providing excellent longer term career prospects.
Head of Talent Acquisition, UK Lloyd's (Interim) 12 month FTC United Kingdom (London) At AXA XL, we are transforming Human Resources. To keep AXA XL moving fast, fast forward, HR is changing our systems, processes and policies to help our clients attract, engage, develop and retain the best talent globally. We are looking to bring on board a passionate Human Resources professional to help us in our journey. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Be the 'face' of UK Lloyd's Talent Acquisition to the UK Leadership Team and UK market, including presenting Go to Market strategies for the UK growth ambitions and presenting recruitment MI and insights, both internally and externally Develop a regional talent acquisition strategy that supports and accelerates the strategic growth plans of the business across all functions within the UK region and supports the acquisition of critical business skills and capabilities, both current and in the future Lead the diversity sourcing strategy for the UK Lloyd's BU, supporting the UK recruiters to help hiring managers and key stakeholders understand the importance of sourcing and cultivating diverse and innovative teams. Be a Thought Leader in the UK Lloyd's market, representing AXA XL's brand and establish and maintain relationships and networks with targeted industries, professional associations, educational institutions, non prospects, and others to develop and maintain a pipeline of candidates. Grow, lead and develop proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support the UK business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs. Lead a TA team that is equipped to quickly respond to the ever changing priorities of AXA XL's growth business and delivers high impact results. Build capability within the Talent Acquisition function to effectively spot, analyze and inform on market trends around hiring challenges, candidate attraction, compensation and provide suggested solutions to ensure AXA XL remains an employer of choice. Connect with AXA Group and proactively engage the UK AXA XL team in Group projects and initiatives, developing networks with GIE and across other entities to progress the AXA strategy. Use your London market network to build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients across the business as a trusted talent acquisition leader to ensure the ability to drive the attraction, recruiting and retention of top talent. In partnership with HR and Business Leaders, lead workforce planning sourcing strategies, acting as a talent advisor to influence business decisions. Lead employment branding and EVP development efforts in the region, taking the appropriate partnerships to bring our Employer Promise to life. Champion internal mobility, partnering with other regions and AXA Group entities to embed a culture of continuous professional development, helping internal talent to realize their potential and pursue their professional goals. Proactively manage internal candidates to ensure a positive experience. Effectively manage the day to day workload of the talent acquisition team, ensuring data quality and accuracy in our systems and putting governing measures in place to ensure all local legislation is adhered to in our hiring practices. You will report to Chief Human Resources Officer, UK/Lloyds, with a dotted line to Global Head of Talent Management and Employee Experience. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the UK Lloyds HR Leadership team as well as the Global TA Leadership team. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: A successful track record of having achieved success in a similar role for a complex/matrixed, global organization, ideally within the Financial Services or Insurance industries Demonstrated experience of operating at Leadership Team level within a highly complex global company Proven success in partnering with leadership to develop a deep understanding of their business objectives and designing and executing an industry leading recruitment strategy which supports the business strategy Depth of experience in London Market recruitment and the ability to access a network of talent and develop relationships in the London and UK regions to achieve business objectives Significant demonstrated experience leading a talent acquisition team within a highly complex global company, implementing innovative TA best practice and developing a best in class recruitment team Depth of knowledge of I&D trends and issues with an ability to access a network of diverse talent to develop a proactive pipeline to meet business objectives Proven experience in developing and managing early career recruitment programs from scratch and ability to partner with UK HR Leadership team to develop and drive an innovative early career recruitment strategy and brand Significant experience in developing proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs Depth of knowledge of legal issues and the ability to advise on and lead compliance regulations that impact recruiting activities within the United Kingdom Experience presenting to large groups of senior professionals on recruitment trends and strategies in an engaging way to influence decision making Experience in leading best in class candidate experience and employment branding initiatives Significant experience implementing Applicant Tracking and Client Relationship Management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robust analytical and critical thinking skills with thorough attention to detail Bachelor's degree required Willingness to travel, as needed What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Head of Talent Acquisition, UK Lloyd's (Interim) 12 month FTC United Kingdom (London) At AXA XL, we are transforming Human Resources. To keep AXA XL moving fast, fast forward, HR is changing our systems, processes and policies to help our clients attract, engage, develop and retain the best talent globally. We are looking to bring on board a passionate Human Resources professional to help us in our journey. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Be the 'face' of UK Lloyd's Talent Acquisition to the UK Leadership Team and UK market, including presenting Go to Market strategies for the UK growth ambitions and presenting recruitment MI and insights, both internally and externally Develop a regional talent acquisition strategy that supports and accelerates the strategic growth plans of the business across all functions within the UK region and supports the acquisition of critical business skills and capabilities, both current and in the future Lead the diversity sourcing strategy for the UK Lloyd's BU, supporting the UK recruiters to help hiring managers and key stakeholders understand the importance of sourcing and cultivating diverse and innovative teams. Be a Thought Leader in the UK Lloyd's market, representing AXA XL's brand and establish and maintain relationships and networks with targeted industries, professional associations, educational institutions, non prospects, and others to develop and maintain a pipeline of candidates. Grow, lead and develop proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support the UK business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs. Lead a TA team that is equipped to quickly respond to the ever changing priorities of AXA XL's growth business and delivers high impact results. Build capability within the Talent Acquisition function to effectively spot, analyze and inform on market trends around hiring challenges, candidate attraction, compensation and provide suggested solutions to ensure AXA XL remains an employer of choice. Connect with AXA Group and proactively engage the UK AXA XL team in Group projects and initiatives, developing networks with GIE and across other entities to progress the AXA strategy. Use your London market network to build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients across the business as a trusted talent acquisition leader to ensure the ability to drive the attraction, recruiting and retention of top talent. In partnership with HR and Business Leaders, lead workforce planning sourcing strategies, acting as a talent advisor to influence business decisions. Lead employment branding and EVP development efforts in the region, taking the appropriate partnerships to bring our Employer Promise to life. Champion internal mobility, partnering with other regions and AXA Group entities to embed a culture of continuous professional development, helping internal talent to realize their potential and pursue their professional goals. Proactively manage internal candidates to ensure a positive experience. Effectively manage the day to day workload of the talent acquisition team, ensuring data quality and accuracy in our systems and putting governing measures in place to ensure all local legislation is adhered to in our hiring practices. You will report to Chief Human Resources Officer, UK/Lloyds, with a dotted line to Global Head of Talent Management and Employee Experience. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the UK Lloyds HR Leadership team as well as the Global TA Leadership team. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: A successful track record of having achieved success in a similar role for a complex/matrixed, global organization, ideally within the Financial Services or Insurance industries Demonstrated experience of operating at Leadership Team level within a highly complex global company Proven success in partnering with leadership to develop a deep understanding of their business objectives and designing and executing an industry leading recruitment strategy which supports the business strategy Depth of experience in London Market recruitment and the ability to access a network of talent and develop relationships in the London and UK regions to achieve business objectives Significant demonstrated experience leading a talent acquisition team within a highly complex global company, implementing innovative TA best practice and developing a best in class recruitment team Depth of knowledge of I&D trends and issues with an ability to access a network of diverse talent to develop a proactive pipeline to meet business objectives Proven experience in developing and managing early career recruitment programs from scratch and ability to partner with UK HR Leadership team to develop and drive an innovative early career recruitment strategy and brand Significant experience in developing proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs Depth of knowledge of legal issues and the ability to advise on and lead compliance regulations that impact recruiting activities within the United Kingdom Experience presenting to large groups of senior professionals on recruitment trends and strategies in an engaging way to influence decision making Experience in leading best in class candidate experience and employment branding initiatives Significant experience implementing Applicant Tracking and Client Relationship Management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robust analytical and critical thinking skills with thorough attention to detail Bachelor's degree required Willingness to travel, as needed What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program . click apply for full job details
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our client on a 9-12-month Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract based in St Albans. Reporting to the Assistant Head of Finance you will be part of a busy finance team with support and assistant the company. Your focus will be oin producing management accounts. Your duties will include Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions Prepare profit and loss schedules Reconcile bank statements Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target Process tax payment on Finance Managers instructions Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof Process supplier invoices and follow up where required Provide administrative support during budget preparation Participate in annual audits Preparation of the firm's VAT return Process and authorise transfers Assist in the development and maintenance of finance policies? Skills and Attributes: A minimum of 2 years work experience as a Finance Assistant or similar role Level 2 AAT or equivalent finance/book-keeping qualification would be ideal Finance experience within a law firm setting and knowledge of Solicitor Accounts rules would be desirable Good knowledge of accounting and book-keeping procedures?such as month end journals and management reporting Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions) Use of accounting software within a Practice Management system would be preferred Good time management with organisation skills including the ability to prioritise work High attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors? Ability to cope with pressure and maintain a calm manner at all times Confident communicator with good written and verbal communication skills Team player Positive "can do" and flexible attitude In return the company offer a salary of up to 32000. This is maternity cover contract and is envisaged to be for 9 to 12 months. If you are looking for a contract role and have worked within a legal setting then please apply now!
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our client on a 9-12-month Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract based in St Albans. Reporting to the Assistant Head of Finance you will be part of a busy finance team with support and assistant the company. Your focus will be oin producing management accounts. Your duties will include Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions Prepare profit and loss schedules Reconcile bank statements Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target Process tax payment on Finance Managers instructions Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof Process supplier invoices and follow up where required Provide administrative support during budget preparation Participate in annual audits Preparation of the firm's VAT return Process and authorise transfers Assist in the development and maintenance of finance policies? Skills and Attributes: A minimum of 2 years work experience as a Finance Assistant or similar role Level 2 AAT or equivalent finance/book-keeping qualification would be ideal Finance experience within a law firm setting and knowledge of Solicitor Accounts rules would be desirable Good knowledge of accounting and book-keeping procedures?such as month end journals and management reporting Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions) Use of accounting software within a Practice Management system would be preferred Good time management with organisation skills including the ability to prioritise work High attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors? Ability to cope with pressure and maintain a calm manner at all times Confident communicator with good written and verbal communication skills Team player Positive "can do" and flexible attitude In return the company offer a salary of up to 32000. This is maternity cover contract and is envisaged to be for 9 to 12 months. If you are looking for a contract role and have worked within a legal setting then please apply now!
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent techUK Overview: techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of techUK and TechSkills' business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote techUK and TechSkills as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent techUK Overview: techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of techUK and TechSkills' business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote techUK and TechSkills as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Risk Manager to join our growing team. Day to Day You'll Be: Acting as a Risk Management subject matter expert providing advice and guidance in relation to risk management to business stakeholders across the global organization to enable them to effectively articulate, assess and manage risk exposures. Supporting significant wider business change initiatives from a risk management perspective. Working with stakeholders to ensure risks are being appropriately flagged and recorded/reported as needed, enabling corrective action to be taken as necessary. Supporting risk owners in maintaining fit for purpose risk metrics / measures. Providing risk SME feedback to policy owners in relation to policy reviews and updates. Acting as a key point of contact for risk matters, providing independent challenge where needed and being able to explain complex issues in a clear and concise manner. Undertaking risk management focused reviews or projects when required to assist in understanding potential risks and issues and ensure effective governance and control is in place relevant to functional areas or business activities Preparing and maintaining accurate and complete documentation that records the completion of risk-focused reviews. Preparing high-quality papers, reports, and MI dashboard outputs for risk governance committees and forums. Supporting UK regulatory interactions and assisting in the preparation of high quality documents to share with regulators. Supporting ongoing maintenance and development of the Risk Management Framework in the TU UK business, ensuring continued alignment with TU Global requirements. Working in collaboration with Internal Audit, Compliance, Legal, Data Governance and the wider Risk team to ensure the business is provided assurance over TU UK's material risk exposures via appropriate oversight activities. Identifying opportunities to innovate and develop control monitoring and oversight methods / systems. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of risk management principles and techniques, gained from significant experience and a demonstrable track record of operating within a risk management function (or similar) of a FCA regulated firm. Aptitude for learning, problem-solving and quickly understanding new and complex information. Initiative to propose solutions and to act independently with the confidence to effectively challenge the status quo. Methodical, thorough and diligent, with strong attention to detail and strong documentation and report writing and presentation skills. Experience of preparing high quality papers for governance committees Effective organizational and time management skills to be able to manage completion of multiple activities tasks within set deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communications skills with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, both orally and in writing. Ability to use standard Microsoft products to a high standard, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Desirable Skills & Experience: A good working knowledge of the UK financial services sector and FCA regulation. Knowledge of data management environments to be able to make critical observations and drive continual improvement. Good understanding of data protection regulation regimes, such as UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018 Understanding of Credit Reference Agency data (desirable) Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title Sr Consultant, Risk Management
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Risk Manager to join our growing team. Day to Day You'll Be: Acting as a Risk Management subject matter expert providing advice and guidance in relation to risk management to business stakeholders across the global organization to enable them to effectively articulate, assess and manage risk exposures. Supporting significant wider business change initiatives from a risk management perspective. Working with stakeholders to ensure risks are being appropriately flagged and recorded/reported as needed, enabling corrective action to be taken as necessary. Supporting risk owners in maintaining fit for purpose risk metrics / measures. Providing risk SME feedback to policy owners in relation to policy reviews and updates. Acting as a key point of contact for risk matters, providing independent challenge where needed and being able to explain complex issues in a clear and concise manner. Undertaking risk management focused reviews or projects when required to assist in understanding potential risks and issues and ensure effective governance and control is in place relevant to functional areas or business activities Preparing and maintaining accurate and complete documentation that records the completion of risk-focused reviews. Preparing high-quality papers, reports, and MI dashboard outputs for risk governance committees and forums. Supporting UK regulatory interactions and assisting in the preparation of high quality documents to share with regulators. Supporting ongoing maintenance and development of the Risk Management Framework in the TU UK business, ensuring continued alignment with TU Global requirements. Working in collaboration with Internal Audit, Compliance, Legal, Data Governance and the wider Risk team to ensure the business is provided assurance over TU UK's material risk exposures via appropriate oversight activities. Identifying opportunities to innovate and develop control monitoring and oversight methods / systems. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of risk management principles and techniques, gained from significant experience and a demonstrable track record of operating within a risk management function (or similar) of a FCA regulated firm. Aptitude for learning, problem-solving and quickly understanding new and complex information. Initiative to propose solutions and to act independently with the confidence to effectively challenge the status quo. Methodical, thorough and diligent, with strong attention to detail and strong documentation and report writing and presentation skills. Experience of preparing high quality papers for governance committees Effective organizational and time management skills to be able to manage completion of multiple activities tasks within set deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communications skills with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, both orally and in writing. Ability to use standard Microsoft products to a high standard, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Desirable Skills & Experience: A good working knowledge of the UK financial services sector and FCA regulation. Knowledge of data management environments to be able to make critical observations and drive continual improvement. Good understanding of data protection regulation regimes, such as UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018 Understanding of Credit Reference Agency data (desirable) Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title Sr Consultant, Risk Management
Job Title: HR Advisor Salary: £42,000- £43,000 Benefits: 25 days holiday, private healthcare, 5% pension Duration: 6 month contract Initially - with the view of permanent Location: Luton Hours: Mon-Fri - 8.30 - 4.30 or 9.00am - 5.00pm What you want to know about this employer Hugely successful global leader in technically advanced equipment a market leader, with over 80 years in the industry and still growing An extremely well organised, structured business with a warm family feel, a traditional yet down to earth culture Purpose of role To provide HR support support, advice and guidance to Management and employees while ensuring effective employee relations, legal compliance, and a positive, workplace Responsibilities: Employee Relations Management Manage and advise on all employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance issues, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies. Business Partnering & Manager Support Provide proactive, practical HR advice to line managers, supporting them in managing their teams effectively and making informed people decisions. HR Policy, Compliance & Process Improvement Ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied, legally compliant, and continuously improved to support best practice and organisational needs. Administration Ensuring that all relevant processes relating to starters and leavers are followed, recorded on our systems and the Finance department is informed accordingly. Recording sickness and absences on Staffology, ensuring that all procedures for recording and authorising absences are followed. Maintain records of training and development undertaken ensuring that any compliance standards are met. Undertake general administration tasks around the effective management of appraisal/review and probation processes. Issue new contract and contract amendment documents, ensuring that templates are kept up to date with changes and requirements in employment law. Seek legal advice from external parties when necessary with guidance from managers. Attributes: CIPD level 5 Previous HR experience in a generalist role Approachable and Trusted Partner Flexible and Solutions-Oriented Employee Relations Expertise with Sound Judgement Culture Champion and People Advocate. Proactive and Development-Focused Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10 s Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: HR Advisor Salary: £42,000- £43,000 Benefits: 25 days holiday, private healthcare, 5% pension Duration: 6 month contract Initially - with the view of permanent Location: Luton Hours: Mon-Fri - 8.30 - 4.30 or 9.00am - 5.00pm What you want to know about this employer Hugely successful global leader in technically advanced equipment a market leader, with over 80 years in the industry and still growing An extremely well organised, structured business with a warm family feel, a traditional yet down to earth culture Purpose of role To provide HR support support, advice and guidance to Management and employees while ensuring effective employee relations, legal compliance, and a positive, workplace Responsibilities: Employee Relations Management Manage and advise on all employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance issues, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies. Business Partnering & Manager Support Provide proactive, practical HR advice to line managers, supporting them in managing their teams effectively and making informed people decisions. HR Policy, Compliance & Process Improvement Ensure HR policies and procedures are consistently applied, legally compliant, and continuously improved to support best practice and organisational needs. Administration Ensuring that all relevant processes relating to starters and leavers are followed, recorded on our systems and the Finance department is informed accordingly. Recording sickness and absences on Staffology, ensuring that all procedures for recording and authorising absences are followed. Maintain records of training and development undertaken ensuring that any compliance standards are met. Undertake general administration tasks around the effective management of appraisal/review and probation processes. Issue new contract and contract amendment documents, ensuring that templates are kept up to date with changes and requirements in employment law. Seek legal advice from external parties when necessary with guidance from managers. Attributes: CIPD level 5 Previous HR experience in a generalist role Approachable and Trusted Partner Flexible and Solutions-Oriented Employee Relations Expertise with Sound Judgement Culture Champion and People Advocate. Proactive and Development-Focused Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10 s Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
