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Manpower are currently seeking an interim Finance Analyst, to work with our global FMCG client, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. The position is based in Seacroft, Leeds. This is a full-time temporary role till 31st March 2027, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to 39,800 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. JOB DESCRIPTION The financial analyst will be responsible for providing financial business partnering and controllership support to one of the key BPC manufacturing sites in Europe. The role partners closely with the Site Controller and site leadership team to drive in-year financial performance, support decision-making, ensure strong financial governance, and deliver cost savings through World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and Cost Deployment initiatives. The role has accountability for maintaining compliance with the Unilever Control Framework and provides leadership on IFRS 16 reporting. Support for selected activities is provided by the Country Make Expertise Team (MET) and Shared Services teams (SCFS, OC, IBM) for core accounting, controlling, and reporting processes. Key Responsibilities Financial Performance & Business Partnering Co-own delivery of in-year financial performance, with a strong focus on cost management Provide financial insight and decision support to the Site Controller and leadership team Support strategic projects through ad hoc financial analysis and data-driven insights Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead budget reporting and month-end performance activities Support the creation, consolidation, and submission of site forecasts Support development of the annual business plan and site masterplan Controls, Compliance & Governance Ensure site-level compliance with the Unilever Control Framework Drive and oversee IFRS 16 controls and reporting requirements Ensure execution of on-site financial controls, including stock counts and balance sheet governance Cost Management & Savings Delivery Co-create and co-drive the site savings agenda Support WCM Cost Deployment and Cost Deployment Management initiatives Enable delivery of cost savings using available industrial and financial tools Inventory & Asset Management Coordinate and complete annual stock counts across the site, including: Supply Unit (SU) inventories External warehouses Spare parts Ways of Working & Resource Optimisation Optimise use of shared service resources (MET, OC, SCFS) Collaborate effectively across finance and operations to ensure efficient delivery of accounting, controlling, and reporting activities TECHNICAL SKILLS Must Have Ability to analyse and reconcile complex historical financial data Advanced Excel Business Acumen Finance Acumen Microsoft Office incl Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, Viva Engage, Excel, PowerPoint Nice to Have Analytical Thinking business partnering Enter skill and click add Project management skills Strategic mindset Business partnering Risk management Effective communication Confidential Stakeholder management Supplier Relationship management Strategic influencing Financial acumen Fully operational in Excel - being able to extract, analyze and present data in a clear and understandable format close Financial acumen for business cases and reporting. Experience with cost models FP&A Knowledge Additional Information Leeds working environment: There is a canteen available onsite serving hot and cold food: There is a Staff Shop where Contingent Workers can buy discounted products. Free tea and coffee on site. Free parking. R&D sites have Free Fruit, Relaxation/Energy facilities like Table Tennis. Uniform for factory workers.

Robert Half is currently engaging with a leading Financial Services organisation that is looking to recruit an Application Support Analyst for an initial 6-month contract based in Richmond, Surrey. Role: Provide day-to-day support for in-house and third-party business applications, including their core internal platform and several Legacy systems. Perform daily application checks, monitor system health, and escalate issues where required. Handle password resets, access requests, and user-error troubleshooting. Run and maintain batch jobs, scheduled tasks, and operational workflows. Review and interpret log files to support incident diagnosis and resolution. Assist with analysing and maintaining application process flows. Execute basic SQL queries for data checks and validation. Support upcoming system and process changes as part of a wider transformation initiative. Work within ITIL processes for incident, request, and change management. Liaise with internal technical teams and business users to ensure timely resolution of issues. Maintain documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles for supported applications. Contribute to steady-state improvements across applications, process efficiency, and service quality. Profile: 1-4 years' experience in Application Support, IT Support, Systems Support, or similar technology roles. Basic understanding of SQL, including reading and running simple queries. Ability to work with and interpret JSON files. Experience reviewing and analysing log files. Understanding of application process flows and how systems interact. Knowledge of ITIL practices (certification desirable). Strong communication skills and the ability to work with users at all levels. A proactive and curious mindset, with a willingness to learn new applications and technologies. Previous exposure to supporting in-house or bespoke applications is beneficial. Ideal for candidates early in their career or IT Support Engineers looking to move into application-focused work. Contract: Initial 6-month contract Competitive day rate - Outside IR35 Richmond, Surrey - Initial 5 days onsite for onboarding, then 3 days per week onsite Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

AI Product Analyst Contract: Permanent Location: Sheffield - Onsite 3 days per week Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 Work Style: Hybrid Overview We are seeking an AI Product Analyst to join a consultancy supporting a global financial services organisation on its enterprise-wide AI strategy and governance journey. You will play a key role in driving business analysis, lifecycle management, and product support for AI use cases across global business and functional teams. Working at the intersection of strategy, governance, and technology, you will help ensure AI initiatives are delivered efficiently, responsibly, and in alignment with group standards. Experience within Financial Services is highly beneficial. Onsite presence in Sheffield is required three days per week. Responsibilities Drive business analysis and requirements gathering by engaging with senior stakeholders, translating business needs into clear, actionable deliverables for AI. Apply data modelling expertise to optimise the AI use case lifecycle, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining strong governance and risk controls Lead project management activities using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, creating detailed project plans, coordinating cross-functional teams, and tracking progress to ensure timely delivery of milestones Present technical solutions and recommendations to stakeholders, clearly articulating business value and impact, and facilitating acceptance testing to validate successful implementation Champion customer success by proactively resolving product and process queries, ensuring a seamless user experience and continuously incorporating feedback to enhance the product Collaborate with AI, data, risk, and governance teams to ensure alignment with responsible-AI principles and regulatory expectations Support documentation, reporting, and ongoing optimisation of AI lifecycle processes Required Experience Strong business analysis and requirements gathering experience within complex, enterprise environments Experience with data modelling and lifecycle or process optimisation Proven project management capability across Agile and Waterfall delivery models Experience presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Understanding of AI/ML technologies and the AI development lifecycle Hands-on experience with tools such as Jira for tracking delivery and requirements Strong stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams Experience supporting acceptance testing and structured delivery governance Desirable Experience working within Financial Services or other regulated industries Exposure to Responsible AI, AI governance, or model risk frameworks Experience supporting enterprise product or platform implementations Please apply today!

Finance Analyst- Sales Operations - Reading Finance Analyst (Sales Operations) - 3-Month Temp Contract Reading (2 days per week on-site) £230-£255 per day (Inside IR35 or Umbrella) ️ Immediate Start 3 Month AssignmentI'm partnering with a leading client in Reading who is looking for a Finance Analyst to join their Sales Operations team on a 3 month temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong analytical skills and experience in commission calculations, sales performance reporting, and month end finance processes. Key Responsibilities Calculate and validate sales commission across multiple teams and regions Ensure accuracy of commission data, resolving discrepancies and liaising with Sales Ops & Finance Deliver performance analysis and insights to support decision making Support the month end process, including posting journals and routine BAU accounting tasks Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and data cleansing where required Collaborate with stakeholders across Sales, Finance, and Operations About You Experienced Finance Analyst or Sales Ops Analyst with strong numerical and Excel skills Confident working with large data sets and complex spreadsheets Previous experience in commission or incentive modelling is highly desirable. Comfortable working to tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills and able to partner with commercial teams Contract Details Duration: 3 months Location: Reading - hybrid (2 days on-site per week) Rate: £230-£255 per day Start: ASAP #

Global Compensation Analyst Contract: full-time, permanentSalary: £50K - £55K per annum +annual bonusHours: Mon-Fri, Location: Manchester City Centre (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)Interview: 3 stages (1 virtual, 2 F2F) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Global Compensation Analyst to join a world-renowned law firm in Manchester, offering a highly competitive salary of £50K - £55K per annum. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment that values respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As part of the Human Capital team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping compensation strategies that ensure fairness and market alignment across a global workforce. The organisation is committed to supporting your professional growth with comprehensive benefits, flexible working arrangements, and access to inclusive affinity groups that foster a sense of belonging. What you'll do: As a Global Compensation Analyst based in Manchester, you will be instrumental in ensuring that the organisation's pay practices remain fair, competitive, and compliant with evolving regulations. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting comprehensive analyses of job roles, benchmarking salaries against market data, participating in industry surveys, and providing actionable recommendations that influence key business decisions. You will act as a trusted advisor on all matters related to staff compensation-working collaboratively with senior management and cross-functional teams. Success in this position requires not only technical proficiency but also strong interpersonal skills; you will need to communicate complex findings clearly while building positive relationships at every level of the firm. Conduct thorough job analyses for both existing and new roles to determine appropriate salary levels in line with internal guidelines and prevailing market conditions. Provide detailed compensation analysis at multiple levels-including person-to-person, job-to-job, office-to-office, and firm-to-market-to maintain equity and competitiveness across the organisation. Stay informed about available compensation surveys and market research tools, regularly reviewing their relevance for ongoing analysis and decision-making. Monitor all compensation-related regulations closely to help ensure full compliance with current policies and processes within the organisation. Participate actively in salary surveys by gathering relevant data and analysing results to assess the company's position relative to the broader market. Serve as a central point of contact for staff compensation matters, offering expert guidance under the direction of senior management. Utilise market data effectively to provide tailored compensation recommendations for individual positions across various departments. Identify comparable roles within different industries to make informed recommendations for unique or hard-to-fill positions. What you bring: To excel as a Global Compensation Analyst, you will bring proven experience from roles involving compensation administration or financial analysis within sizeable organisations. Your background should include exposure to accounting principles such as budgeting and variance analysis alongside deep familiarity with best practices in rewards management. Interpersonal sensitivity is essential; you must be able to build rapport quickly with stakeholders at all levels while communicating complex concepts clearly. A relevant academic background-preferably supported by professional certifications-will underpin your technical capabilities. Your analytical mindset enables you to navigate large volumes of data efficiently while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Comprehensive understanding of compensation and benefits practices gained through hands-on experience within human resources or financial analysis functions. Well-developed interpersonal skills enabling you to interact professionally with individuals at all organisational levels while fostering trust and cooperation. A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification ideally focused on human resources, finance, or a related discipline provides a solid foundation for success in this role. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification is highly desirable as it demonstrates advanced expertise in compensation management methodologies. Proven experience administering compensation programmes or conducting financial analysis within large organisations enhances your ability to deliver impactful results. Strong analytical abilities allow you to interpret complex data sets accurately and translate findings into practical recommendations for leadership teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills ensure clarity when presenting information or collaborating with colleagues across departments. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as one of the most respected names in the legal sector globally-renowned for its unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and mutual respect. Employees benefit from an outstanding total rewards package that recognises both individual contributions and collective achievements through generous bonuses. Comprehensive health coverage-including group income protection and life assurance-ensures peace of mind for you and your loved ones. The company's pension plan supports long-term financial security while wellness programmes promote holistic wellbeing. Employee discounts add extra value day-to-day. What's next: If you are ready to take your career forward with an influential role that makes a real difference on a global scale, this is your moment. Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to receiving your application. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Lead Digital Analyst London, hybrid working Up to £85,000 This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Digital Analyst to take full ownership of digital analytics and tagging for a well-known consumer brand. You will combine hands-on GA4 implementation with deep customer and marketing analytics, directly influencing how the business understands churn, campaign performance and new product launches. The Company They are a fast-growing consumer-focused business in the telecoms space, with a strong presence in the UK market and ambitious growth plans. Data and insight sit at the heart of their decision making, particularly around marketing performance and customer behaviour. They are investing in their analytics capability and are looking for someone who can own key digital analytics areas while partnering closely with senior stakeholders. The Role As Lead Digital Analyst, you will sit in a central insights function and act as the go-to person for digital analytics, tagging and customer insight. You will: Own the end-to-end tagging and analytics implementation across web and app, with a focus on GA4. Take responsibility for ad hoc reporting, data requests and dashboarding for marketing and commercial teams. Deliver core customer and marketing analytics, including churn analysis, customer lifetime value and campaign performance. Support and improve data quality, working closely with wider data and engineering teams. Work on handset and device-related projects, providing insight on customer behaviour and performance. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape initiatives that reduce churn and optimise marketing spend. Contribute to longer term strategic projects, including evaluating new product launches and larger global marketing initiatives. Learn from experienced senior analysts and move towards owning end-to-end analytics projects. Your Skills And Experience You will bring a strong mix of technical analytics skills and commercial thinking, including: Strong SQL skills for querying, pulling and manipulating data. Hands-on experience with GA4, including tagging and implementation. Experience working in a digital, customer or marketing analytics role. Comfortable delivering insight on churn, CLV and campaign performance. Ability to manage stakeholders, communicate clearly and translate data into actionable recommendations. Strong attention to detail around data quality and accuracy. Python experience is a plus but not essential. Experience in telecoms, subscription or other consumer data-rich environments would be beneficial but is not required. What They Offer Salary up to £85,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working, 3 days per week in modern offices near Liverpool Street. Opportunity to fully own the tagging and digital analytics area for the business. A role that blends hands-on analytics with high stakeholder visibility and influence. Exposure to strategic projects across customer, marketing and new product launches. Clear scope to grow your ownership of projects and develop your career within a supportive insights team. How To Apply If you are a digitally focused analyst who enjoys combining GA4 implementation with customer and marketing analytics, please apply with your CV to be considered for this Lead Digital Analyst role.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Join Our Team as an Analyst Programmer! Are you ready to take your programming skills to the next level in the dynamic retail industry? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Analyst Programmer to partner with the EU Fleet Planning team. If you're passionate about automation and data analysis, this temporary role could be your next big opportunity! Role: Analyst Programmer Duration: 6 Months Location: London (5 days on site) Rate: £329 per day (PAYE) What You'll Do: As an Analyst Programmer, you will play a vital role in: Collaborating with the EU Fleet Planning team to accelerate the execution of the automation roadmap. Creating, testing, and analyzing User Acceptance Test (UAT) scenarios for the development of a science optimization model. Operationalizing the science optimization model within fleet scheduling tools using real business data. You'll work closely with a Senior Fleet Supply Chain Manager based in central London, ensuring effective ramp-up and interaction. This role requires you to be in the office 3-4 days a week to foster collaboration and innovation. What We're Looking For: We are seeking a candidate who embodies our leadership principles: Ownership: Take initiative and be accountable for your work. Insist on the Highest Standards: Strive for excellence in everything you do. Dive Deep: Analyze data and processes thoroughly to drive improvements. Deliver Results: Focus on achieving goals and meeting deadlines. Learn and Be Curious: Embrace new challenges and continuously seek knowledge. The ideal candidate will demonstrate: A curiosity to quickly learn team operations and work independently on specific tasks to expedite UAT phases. Proficiency in building, managing, and analyzing complex data sets (basic requirement is through MS-Excel; SQL knowledge is mandatory, with proficiency being a plus). An ability to grasp ambiguous technical and business concepts and requirements. Strong critical thinking skills to operate and deliver independently with limited information. Why Join Us? Exciting Challenges: Dive into a role that offers real impact in fleet scheduling operations. Professional Growth: Work alongside experienced professionals and enhance your skill set. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values communication and teamwork. If you are ready to embrace this exciting opportunity and make a difference in the retail sector, we want to hear from you! Apply Now! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Ivy Rock Partners is partnering with a progressive organisation to recruit a Finance Manager to support its Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified finance professional to play a key role in delivering complex regeneration schemes and strategic partnerships. The Finance Manager will take ownership of the financial management of development projects. You will act as a key link between finance, development teams, and external partners, ensuring strong financial governance, performance, and strategic alignment. The role includes line management responsibility for one junior and offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across housing, regeneration, and local authority partnerships. You will play a central role in ensuring financial health and stability across development schemes, driving performance and supporting informed decision-making across the organisation. Responsibilities include: Lead financial management and reporting for development schemes and joint ventures, including month-end, balance sheets, and board reporting Oversee project accounting and scheme reconciliations to ensure accuracy and strong financial control Act as a key business partner to development teams, JV partners, and local authorities, influencing financial decision-making Collaborate across finance functions on funding, tax, and reporting, including debt and equity requirements Support board and JV governance, including meeting coordination and stakeholder engagement Provide financial oversight of regeneration and development activity, supporting modelling, long-term planning, and statutory reporting Line manage, mentor, and develop a Finance Analyst Promote a collaborative, high-performing finance culture aligned to organisational values About you: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent - CCAB recognised) Proven experience within housing, property, or real estate development environments Strong understanding of development accounting, desirable if you have joint ventures understanding Ability to analyse complex financial data and translate into clear, actionable insights Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at both operational and strategic levels Advanced Excel skills; experience with systems such as D365 or Power BI is advantageous Experience managing or mentoring junior finance staff Why apply? Opportunity to work on high-profile regeneration and development projects Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Temp-to-perm potential offering long-term career progression Collaborative, purpose-driven working environment within the housing/real estate sector For a confidential conversation about the role, please reach out to Megan Hunter.

Our OEM Client based in Whitley, Coventry, is searching for a Finance Planning Analyst to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a maternity cover contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Governance & Assurance: Ensure compliance with standards, document control & assurance processes; capital and operational expenditure. Support implementation of governance structures. Capital Project Evaluation: Collaborate with Technical Specialists to assess the feasibility of investment on projects and support business case development. Review project rankings based on strategic value, financial return & resource availability. Project Budgeting & Monitoring: Assist in the development of project budgets, supporting stakeholders with allocation of spend type. Monitor project performance for budget overruns or delays. Operational Expenditure Planning: Support building operational budgets with customers. Identify operational improvement opportunities to support budget alignment and cost risk mitigation. Assets & Lifecycle Planning: Support with asset management and tagging across local area. Support asset lifecycle planning by identifying risks and opportunities for investment (capital & operational). Tools & Techniques: Maintain capital and operational budgets and expenditure in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and maintain dashboards to visualise KPIs, timelines, budget drawdown. Risk, Opportunity & Issue Management: Support maintenance of risk & opportunity registers. Ensure timely escalation and reporting. Identify and mitigate delivery risks. Change Control: Adhere to change control processes, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking. Support review and approval workflows per governance protocols. Stakeholder & Communications Management: Ensure effective engagement with stakeholders and cross-functional collaboration, including central business and buyer teams Performance Measurement & Reporting: Support definition and tracking of project delivery KPIs. Produce reports and insights to aid understanding of budget health / decision-making at project and portfolio levels. Reviews & Continuous Improvement: Support lessons learned sessions & embed findings into future delivery. Support continuous improvement and best practice sharing. Customer-Centric Delivery: Support initiatives to measure and improve delivery. Embed feedback into delivery processes to support a Customer Love culture. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Experience in a Business Planning / Finance function; strong business acumen. Experience working with Capital and/or Operational budgets. Proven budget / forecasting skills. Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. Strong stakeholder reporting & engagement skills. High attention to detail & organisational skills. Understanding of planning cycles with ability to adapt to local business context. Experience with cost management processes (e.g. QCRA, VfM). Strong analytical and data interpretation skills. Experience with Tableau or similar tools. Proficient in MS Tools. Knowledge of risk, issue, and change control processes. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: Experience with SAP or similar finance tool. Experience in engineering, infrastructure, or technical project. Knowledge of lifecycle frameworks (e.g. RIBA, V-model) including costing. Familiarity with project methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2). Exposure to portfolio-level reporting. Degree or equivalent experience in Business / Finance / Accounting. Familiarity with Confluence / collaborative platforms. Experience supporting lessons learned & continuous improvement. Financial tracking and budget reporting. Asset management experience. Experience with leading or supporting audits. Proficient in Jira / codi.

Financial Planning Analyst Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £27.30/hr (Inside IR35) Are you ready to elevate your career in financial planning and analysis? This is your opportunity to work with a prestigious organisation in the automotive industry, contributing to innovative projects while enhancing your professional skills. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge operations, a collaborative environment, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on critical business decisions. Join as a Financial Planning Analyst and take your career to the next level! What You Will Do: • Ensure compliance with governance standards, document control, and assurance processes for capital and operational expenditure. • Collaborate with Technical Specialists to assess investment feasibility and support the creation of compelling business cases. • Assist in the development and monitoring of project budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and preventing overruns or delays. • Support the planning of operational budgets, identifying opportunities to optimise costs and mitigate risks. • Contribute to asset management and lifecycle planning by identifying risks and investment opportunities. • Develop and maintain dashboards to visualise KPIs, timelines, and budget performance, enabling informed decision-making. What You Will Bring: • Proven experience in a Business Planning or Finance function with strong business acumen. • Expertise in managing capital and operational budgets, alongside exceptional forecasting skills. • Proficiency in analytical tools such as Tableau and MS Office, with the ability to interpret data effectively. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring seamless stakeholder engagement. • Knowledge of risk, issue, and change control processes, with a high attention to detail and organisational skills. This Financial Planning Analyst role plays a pivotal part in driving the company s strategic goals. By supporting governance structures, optimising budgets, and delivering insightful reporting, you will contribute to the company s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric delivery. Location: This position is based in Whitley, offering an inspiring and accessible work environment. Interested? Don t miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving organisation. Apply now to become a Financial Planning Analyst and take the next step in your career journey! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Job title: Workforce Management Analyst Contract: Six Months Location: London (Hybrid - X3 days a week onsite) The Workforce Management Analyst plays a pivotal role in ensuring teams are resourced effectively to deliver business outcomes. This role focuses on resource management, forecasting, and proactive insight driven decision support. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in ambiguity, confidently challenging assumptions, and influencing stakeholders to make timely, sometimes difficult, resourcing decisions. Success in this role requires strong analytical capability, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to turn complex data into compelling stories that shape planning, prioritisation, and workforce strategy. Key Responsibilities Resource Management & Forecasting Own accurate resource forecasting across assigned portfolios, ensuring visibility of current and future capacity, demand, and gaps. Provide scenario modelling, highlighting risks, trade offs and required decisions. Proactively identify resource constraints and present clear recommendations to drive action. Maintain up to date workforce and assignment data using internal systems and tools. Partner with People, Finance, Chapter Leads and Portfolio Leads to validate demand and ensure alignment with priorities. Stakeholder Partnership & Influencing Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, using data and narrative to influence resourcing choices. Confidently push back, challenge assumptions and hold teams accountable for data quality and forecasting discipline. Support stakeholders through ambiguity, providing calm, structured and fact based guidance. Insight, Storytelling & Decision Support Translate complex datasets into clear, compelling stories with a focus on "what this means" for the business. Prepare insights, heatmaps, and presentations that support decision-making at portfolio and executive levels. Drive adoption of consistent resource management behaviours across teams. Ways of Working & Continuous Improvement Contribute to process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and visibility of resource data. Support adoption of tools such as Tempus (or similar), ensuring smooth processes during transition periods. Maintain high standards of data hygiene and challenge where data is incomplete or inconsistent. Qualifications Demonstrable experience in resource management, workforce planning, or a related analytical role within a technology or project environment. Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, modelling). Proven ability to interpret large datasets and produce actionable insights. Profiency in Powerpoint, experience presenting to and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment. Key Competencies Resource management expertise & forecasting discipline Stakeholder management & influencing Resilience and comfort in ambiguity ("working in the grey") Storytelling & insight communication Analytical thinking & problem solving Challenging constructively & confident pushback Data-driven decision-making Proactive continuous improvement mindset

Lead Data Analyst/Data Product Lead - Managing Consultant The Opportunity You'll lead the delivery of analytical outcomes that enable organisations to realise their strategic vision. Acting as the bridge between business goals, data requirements, and technical implementation, you'll guide multidisciplinary teams and help clients modernise their data platforms, analytical capabilities, and decision-making processes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving ambiguous problems, and is passionate about modern cloud, big data, and analytics technologies. What You'll Do * Own and lead analytical delivery within broader data platform or transformation programmes. * Guide teams of analysts, data engineers and analytics engineers to deliver end-to-end outcomes-from data workflows to analytical services and reporting assets. * Define and uphold standards for requirements, documentation, code quality, version control, and release management. * Partner with stakeholders across business and technology to prioritise work, manage expectations, and drive adoption. * Run workshops to clarify requirements, map processes, and align teams on analytical definitions and success criteria. * Shape and maintain analytical services, ensuring clear "definition of done" for outputs and user stories. * Promote best practices in cloud, big data, analytics engineering, and AI-accelerated frameworks. * Contribute to proposals, shaping analytics workstreams, estimating effort, and defining delivery approaches. * Support the creation of reusable assets such as analytics frameworks, reconciliation packs, and migration playbooks. * Act as a role model for consulting behaviours: curiosity, clarity, pragmatism, integrity, and client empathy. About You You bring a blend of analytical depth, technical understanding, and strong consulting skills. You can see the bigger picture, navigate ambiguity, and lead teams to deliver high-quality analytical products. Experience & capabilities include: * Significant experience leading analytical product delivery in complex, multi-team environments. * Proven track record delivering analytical and technical outcomes on modern cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks). * Strong experience with data migration validation, reconciliation, data controls, and go-live readiness. * Ability to mentor analysts and collaborate effectively with engineers and architects. * Strong stakeholder engagement skills across business and technical teams. * Advanced SQL and Python skills. * Solid understanding of data modelling (dimensional; Data Vault familiarity a plus). * Strong BI and analytics experience (dashboarding, semantic modelling, storytelling). * Familiarity with modern data warehousing, distributed processing, streaming, and DataOps. * Comfortable leading iterative delivery using agile principles. Qualifications & Tools Experience with some of the following is beneficial: * SQL/Python, Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Dataiku, Alteryx * AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks certifications * SAFe, Scrum Master or similar agile qualifications * Modern data warehousing tools (Fabric, Lake Formation, Snowflake, Databricks) * dbt or equivalent transformation tooling * Airflow/ADF/Dagster * Data governance, cataloguing, lineage tools * Agile toolsets such as JIRA, Confluence, DevOps Working Environment * Permanent role with flexible working options. * Hybrid model: typically 3 days per week in office (Newcastle). * Some UK and international travel may be required. * Eligibility for security clearance is essential. What's in It for You * Competitive salary with bonus potential. * Highly collaborative culture with strong values and a people-first mindset. * Flexible benefits focused on wellbeing and lifestyle. * 25 days' holiday, with the option to flex to 30. * Two CSR volunteering days. * Award-winning learning and development, including dedicated training time. * Personal tech budget for devices and accessories. * Rapid progression opportunities in a high-growth environment. Please send me a copy of your CV if you're interested

Role: Forecasting and Planning Analyst Location: Midlands or Manchester office based (hybrid working 2 days per week in Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Salary: Up to 40,000 DOE + bonus + benefits This is a great opportunity for an experienced Forecasting and Planning Analyst to join my client on a permanent basis. This role reports into the Head of Planning looking at 0-6 month plans. Your role is to support the budget build and control through data-driven insights and analytical techniques to generate accurate forecasts and provide valuable insights into past and future trends. By analysing historical data, market trends, and other relevant factors, you contribute to strategic decision-making processes using excel and SQL. Your role is crucial in supporting operational planning, resource allocation, and overall business growth. Experience using Power BI or Tableau would be advantageous. Continuous improvement is integral to your role, as you evaluate and enhance existing forecasting methodologies, processes, and tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. Staying informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in forecasting and data analytics enables you to bring innovative solutions. Are you an organised Forecasting and Planning Analyst from a retail, utilities contact centre background? Do you have experience in WFM planning, forecasting and budget building? Do you have experienced in creation and delivery of plans? Experience in stakeholder engagement, communicating and forecast results is essential Key Responsibilities of the Forecasting Planning Analyst: Responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of planning identifying risks to operational performance. Use and develop existing forecasting methodology to maintain short to medium term (0-6 month) forecasts for all areas and channels. Work alongside planning team to create, develop, and refine the models with close liaison with team. Maintain and update planning models to ensure a rolling view of demand, resource and budget assumptions and requirements. Work closely with other business stakeholders. Maintain and manage an accurate view of Contact headcount actual, budget and vacancies. Ensuring that we are managing our resource and budget tightly. Work with operational Leads to ensure that recruitment plans and associated capacity requirements are clear. Work with the analysis and insight team to ensure that drivers for contact are factored into budget assumptions. Carry out regular monitoring of performance to ensure that resource plans have accurate assumptions and operational owners are held accountable. Engage with all relevant stakeholders across the business to capture data required for application to the forecast, ensuring accurate resourcing levels to meet demand. Effective review of forecast accuracy against the actual performance; communicating results & offering effective recommendations for improvement. Ensure core KPI's are met via effective resource planning. If you are an experienced Forecasting and Planning Analyst please follow the link to apply for this role. Disclaimer CCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database. This electronic message may contain proprietary and confidential information. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies) named above. If you are not the intended recipient or authorised to receive this e-mail for the intended recipient, you may not use, copy, disclose or distribute to anyone this message or any information contained in this message. If you have received this electronic message in error, please notify me by replying to this e-mail.

Talent STEM are partnering with a highly specialised chemical manufacturing organisation operating within regulated industrial markets. This is a key senior laboratory position within a small, technically driven site where quality, precision and continuous improvement are central to success. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading day to day analytical and quality control activities while supporting production, technical development and wider operational objectives. The Opportunity This is not a routine testing role. You will be the technical authority within the laboratory, ensuring analytical robustness, data integrity and regulatory compliance in a fast paced manufacturing environment. You will work cross functionally with operations, technical and quality teams to ensure materials and finished products meet defined specifications and client expectations. The role offers significant autonomy and influence within a growing and evolving business. Key Responsibilities - Lead the daily operation of the analytical laboratory in a deadline driven production setting - Perform and oversee analysis of raw materials, intermediates and finished products using GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer and classical wet chemistry techniques - Develop, optimise and validate analytical methods to ensure accuracy, repeatability and fitness for purpose - Review and trend analytical data, identifying shifts, deviations and opportunities for improvement - Maintain and improve quality systems aligned to ISO 9001 standards - Manage laboratory documentation including specifications, SOPs, investigations and CAPA activities - Support internal and external audits - Troubleshoot instrumentation including GC, HPLC and associated gas generation systems - Coordinate external service engineers for calibration, preventative maintenance and repair - Mentor and develop junior analysts, setting clear technical expectations - Drive continuous improvement initiatives across laboratory and production processes - Support technical and R&D activities including process development and specification setting About You You will be an experienced analytical chemist who thrives in a hands on manufacturing environment. - Degree in Analytical Chemistry or closely related discipline - Significant experience in a QC or analytical laboratory within chemical, fine chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing - Strong working knowledge of GC and HPLC operation and troubleshooting - Experience with FTIR, Karl Fischer and titration techniques - Understanding of analytical method development and validation - Experience operating within ISO 9001 or comparable quality systems - Strong data review skills with the ability to interpret trends and anomalies - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise under pressure Working Environment This is a site based laboratory role within a production facility. The environment is fast moving and requires adaptability, resilience and strong collaboration skills. The role involves handling chemicals and operating analytical instrumentation daily. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available. If you are a technically strong analytical chemist looking for a senior role where you can influence laboratory standards, mentor others and support operational growth, Talent STEM would be pleased to speak with you. To apply or request further information, please contact Talent STEM directly for a confidential discussion.

Investment Insights Analyst Are you an experienced audience engagement professional with a passion for the investment industry? Our client, a leading financial media and software solutions provider, is seeking a Investment Insight Analyst to drive connections with key investment professionals and institutions across the wealth and asset management landscape. About the Role In this pivotal role, you will take the lead in building and strengthening relationships with senior investment audiences - including asset owners, wealth managers, advisers, DFMs, trustees, and model portfolio providers. You'll play a pivotal role in expanding engagement across digital content hubs and virtual events that serve the UK investment community. Key Responsibilities Identify, engage, and grow high-value investment audiences Develop and implement strategies to deepen user engagement across digital platforms Monitor market trends and competitor activity to refine engagement tactics Manage and optimise the audience database, ensuring data accuracy and actionable insights Build relationships with DFMs, MPS providers, and other buy-side decision-makers Conduct interviews with thought leaders to produce compelling video and written content Collaborate with sales, marketing, and editorial teams to align engagement initiatives Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years' experience in audience engagement, fund analysis, financial journalism, or related roles Degree-level education; IMC and/or PCIAM qualified is advantageous Strong communication and relationship-building skills, confident engaging senior industry professionals Deep understanding of financial markets, particularly wealth management and discretionary fund management sectors Proficiency in CRM systems and data analytics Interest in digital content creation, including video, written, or podcast formats

Our client is a market-leading manufacturer serving the UK and European construction sector. Operating from a state-of-the-art facility in Worcestershire, they are known for delivering innovative, precision-engineered products that shape the built environment. With successful operations across the USA and Northern Ireland, the wider group has built a strong global reputation for dependable supply solutions. Due to continued growth and an expanding product portfolio, a dedicated Supply Chain Analyst is required to join an established Purchasing Department. About the Role: The post holder will ensure the timely and efficient procurement, predominantly sourcing from suppliers in the Far East. This will be achieved by analysing sales history, identifying demand, and placing accurate requirements onto purchase orders. Once orders are raised, the post holder will actively monitor the supply pipeline and support the sales team through proactive stock management, reporting, and analysis of key supply chain performance indicators. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Purchase Order and Supplier Administration Generate and raise purchase orders with approved Far East suppliers for excavator bucket product lines. Maintain accurate purchasing data within ERP and purchasing systems. Manage the order pipeline from order placement through to delivery, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth shipping schedules. Liaise with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and any changes to delivery expectations. Respond to expedite requests from the sales team and prioritise orders accordingly. Track shipment progress and proactively address delays, risks, and supply constraints. Monitor inventory levels to minimise stockouts while avoiding excess stock holding. Work closely with sales, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure product availability aligns with customer demand. Maintain and report against departmental KPIs, including out-of-stocks, OTIF deliveries, and excess redistribution. Supplier Communication and Relationship Management Manage incoming and outgoing calls with suppliers, handling queries promptly and professionally. Handle and respond to high volumes of supplier emails in a timely and accurate manner. Communicate key updates and supplier feedback to relevant internal teams. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers to support service levels and performance. Team Support, Compliance and Improvement Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing Department to help achieve departmental and business objectives. Ensure compliance with internal processes, company policies, and relevant regulations in all purchasing activities. Support the wider purchasing team with general administrative tasks as required. Contribute to continuous improvement activity to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and supplier service levels. Skills and Experience: The successful candidate will bring strong analytical capability and a practical, proactive approach to managing a busy supply pipeline balancing service levels, cost, and stock availability. Skills and competencies Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a clear commitment to excellent supplier service. Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-moving environment. Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, with high attention to detail and accuracy. Proactive problem-solver, able to respond calmly to delays, shortages, and expedite requests. Professional, polite and courteous when working with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Resilient and adaptable, comfortable managing shifting priorities and commercial pressures. Strong commercial awareness when balancing stock availability, cost, and supplier performance. Strong analytical thinking, able to interpret supply chain data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Knowledge and experience Previous experience in a supply chain role. Experience working with overseas suppliers (particularly beneficial where lead times, shipping, and documentation are involved). Experience using Sage 200 is advantageous. Demonstrated ability to handle and resolve supplier queries professionally. Education and other requirements Degree-level experience in supply chain management, business, or CIPS (or equivalent). Full UK driving licence. Willingness to work flexibly in line with the demands and needs of the business. To apply please attach your CV to the link provided. The post holder should be aware that the above job description is not exhaustive. The role will develop over time; any changes will be made in a timely manner and in consultation with the post holder.

Analytics Manager London, Hybrid Up to £90,000 + bonus This is a great opportunity to step into a visible Analytics Manager role where you will shape data-driven solutions for major financial services clients. You will lead a small team, own client relationships, and turn complex property and mortgage data into actionable insight that directly influences products and commercial decisions. The Company They are a specialist data and analytics business that supports banks, lenders, and financial services organisations with property, mortgage, and credit risk insight. Their products and analytics help clients make faster, smarter lending decisions using robust data and advanced modelling. You will join a collaborative analytics team that partners closely with product and commercial colleagues. The culture is dynamic, supportive, and geared towards innovation and continuous improvement. The Role As Analytics Manager, you will: Lead and mentor a team of analysts, managing day-to-day delivery and supporting their development. Own the delivery of analytics solutions for financial services clients, with a particular focus on property and mortgage data. Work directly with clients to understand their challenges and translate these into data-driven solutions. Present analytical insight to senior stakeholders, clearly explaining complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences. Partner with product and commercial teams to shape new features and propositions using data. Support pre-sales activity by exploring client data, scoping solutions, and demonstrating the value of analytics. Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities in client and market data to inform product and strategy. Your Skills And Experience You will be a strong fit if you have: Solid commercial experience in analytics within financial services, mortgages, credit risk, or a closely related area. Proven experience leading or mentoring analysts, with the ability to manage delivery across multiple projects. Strong technical skills in Excel and SQL, with working knowledge of Python for analysis and modelling. A data storytelling mindset, able to turn complex analysis into clear, actionable insight for clients. Experience working with or alongside banks, mortgage lenders, or credit decisioning teams. A highly numerate, analytical approach with a creative, problem-solving mindset. Strong stakeholder skills, with confidence presenting to senior, technical and non-technical audiences. An interest in property, housing, and mortgage markets. What They Offer Base salary up to £90,000, plus bonus and competitive benefits. Hybrid working, with 2 days per week in the London office and set team time together on Tuesdays. The chance to lead a high-impact analytics function with direct exposure to senior stakeholders and major financial institutions. Clear progression opportunities as the analytics and product functions continue to grow. A collaborative environment where new ideas, curiosity, and innovation are encouraged. How To Apply If you are an Analytics Manager, or a senior analyst ready to step up, and you are excited by the blend of client-facing work, team leadership, and hands-on analytics in London, apply with your CV to find out more.

SC & DV Cleared Data Consultants and Analysts London Up to £60,000 per annum Are you a data-driven professional with a passion for delivering impactful solutions? Do you excel in translating complex data challenges into actionable insights? If so, Morela has an exciting opportunity for you. Morela is proud to partner with one of the UK's leading data consultancies, renowned for their innovative approach to data integration and analytics. As they continue to expand, they're seeking a skilled SC & DV Cleared Data Consultant and Analysts to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with a consultative mindset, aiming to drive value across diverse projects. You'll be part of a forward-thinking consultancy that operates at the intersection of advanced technology and real-world impact. Serving both public and private sectors, their services encompass strategic advisory, digital transformation, and end-to-end data engineering. As a SC & DV Cleared Data Consultant or Analyst, you'll play a crucial role in designing and implementing data solutions that empower clients to make informed decisions. Core Responsibilities Data Integration: Connect and harmonise data from multiple sources, ensuring clean, reliable, and compliant data pipelines. Data Modelling: Design and manage data models to create logical data structures that enhance accessibility and usability. Application Development: Build full-stack applications using tools such as Python, SQL, and relevant frameworks, delivering intuitive user interfaces and interactive workflows. Data Governance: Implement data lineage tracking and access controls to uphold compliance with organisational and regulatory standards. Client Collaboration: Engage with clients to understand their needs, provide training sessions, and promote best practices for effective adoption and utilisation of data platforms. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to internal capability building by improving frameworks, delivery processes, and team development across the consultancy. What We re Looking For SC, DV or eDV Cleared : In this position, you will already be security cleared to one of those levels. Technical Expertise: Proven experience in data engineering, software development, or systems integration, preferably within AI, analytics, or enterprise platforms. Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities with a knack for troubleshooting and optimising complex data workflows. Communication Skills: Excellent ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear and confident guidance. Adaptability: Comfortable working across various sectors and with diverse clients, adjusting approaches as needed. Travel Readiness: Open to occasional travel (up to 25%) depending on project requirements. Palantir Foundry experience is an added bonus! As a SC or DV Cleared Data Consultant or Analyst , you ll lead the charge on some of the most complex, high-impact data programmes in the UK, helping clients unlock the power of their data while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent. Please do not hesitate to reply and reach out to Morela today to find out more!

Please see below essential experience, as these roles are very data based please do not apply if you do not possess as a minimum very strong Excel Skills including Pivot table, filters, sorting, lookups, control totals, IF and nested IF statements. 1. Pensions Implementation Analyst - Scheme Benefits 30-35k Lead client implementation projects Implement the products and services on our technology platforms Manage system configuration activities and quality Deliver tools to allow successful calculation automation and data migration Identify, troubleshoot and resolve client queries and issues Support Project Managers and Implementation Consultants through the efficient delivery of project tasks Essential Experience Strong DB Pensions experience Can draft an excel calculator with basic formula Demonstrate the ability to use filters, sorting, lookups, control totals, IF and nested IF statements and formatting of cells to specific guidelines Can validate data with good data accuracy 2. Implementation Consultant Level 2 Configuration- 35-40k Gather and interpret client requirements and processes, and translate these into system solutions Manage system configuration activities and quality Deliver calculation automation Risk and issue identification and mitigation Lead client implementation projects Facilitate internal and external system training, and provide appropriate documentation Troubleshoot and resolve client queries and issues Essential Experience Strong DB Pensions experience Can draft an automated excel calculator with basic formula Demonstrate the ability to use filters, sorting, pivot tables (rows, columns, grouping, filters and totalling), lookups, control totals, IF and nested IF statements and formatting of cells to specific guidelines Describe the use of mixing range types on graphs to enable Supply and Demand to be represented graphically as Red, Amber or Green Able to manipulate data with exceptional data accuracy Can parse and import data/text files and use data validation Can create and run macros 3. Implementation Consultant Level 3 - Scheme Benefits - 40-47k Deputise for the Implementation Manager and act as an escalation point Review, interpret and identify project and process impacts as a result of changes to Pension legislation and technical guidance Lead client implementation projects Gather and interpret client requirements and processes, and translate these into system solutions Deliver tools to allow successful calculation automation and data migration Risk and issue identification and mitigation Facilitate internal and external system training, and provide appropriate documentation Identify, troubleshoot and resolve client queries and issues Essential Experience Can draft an excel calculator with basic formula Describe the use of mixing range types on graphs to enable Supply and Demand to be represented graphically as Red, Amber or Green Demonstrate the ability to use filters, sorting, lookups, control totals, IF and nested IF statements and formatting of cells to specific guidelines Can validate data with good exceptional accuracy Experience of handling sensitive client data Understanding GDPR and its role in this sector Follow all Information Security and GDPR policies and guidelines If you are also aware of any friends or colleagues currently working within the industry who are looking for a change within their career, please pass on our contact details and we will endeavour to assist with their search. Profile Search and Selection are a specialist Pensions recruitment agency with opportunities nationwide - Please feel free to contact us direct should you wish to discuss any further vacancies