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Senior Quantity Surveyor - £80,000 New Milton We re currently partnering with a growing and forward-thinking construction business to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Project Finance team. This is a key role focused on driving profitability, managing risk, and delivering high-quality commercial outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects. You ll work closely with the wider team to ensure projects are commercially successful, while also playing a leadership role in mentoring colleagues and improving internal processes. The Opportunity This position offers the chance to take ownership of financial performance across multiple projects, while influencing strategic decisions and contributing to continuous improvement across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead the analysis and comparison of subcontractor pricing, working closely with the Contracts Manager to appoint best-fit partners Maintain robust financial control across projects to meet or exceed target margins Manage subcontractor valuations, payments, and financial administration Prepare and submit client valuations and applications for payment Identify and deliver value engineering opportunities to enhance profitability and reduce risk Build and maintain strong relationships with consultants, architects, suppliers, and subcontractors to support business growth Monitor and improve internal policies, processes, and procedures for greater efficiency Conduct feasibility assessments to ensure project viability aligned with client requirements Oversee cost management, forecasting, and CVR reconciliations Ensure accurate and timely cost/value reporting and cashflow management Attend site meetings, manage variations, and ensure contractual compliance (including notices and approvals) Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the finance/project team About You We re looking for a commercially astute and driven professional with a strong background in quantity surveying and construction: Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or equivalent) up to £80,000 depending on experience Minimum 5 years experience in a pre-construction or commercial QS/Contracts role, ideally within design & build fit-out projects Proven track record in cost planning and value engineering Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts (particularly JCT), and building regulations Solid commercial awareness with excellent negotiation skills Knowledge of mechanical and electrical disciplines Strong analytical and numerical skills, with high attention to detail Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels Organised, proactive, and solutions-focused approach Full UK driving licence preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values excellence, accountability, and integrity, where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. You ll be part of a supportive environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and shared success.

About the Role: Are you a finance expert who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment? Do you have a passion for driving business performance through data-driven insights and cost-saving initiatives? If so, this could be the role for you! As a Finance Business Partner within the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping key financial decisions, supporting business areas to optimise costs, and delivering impactful financial insights. You will work closely with senior leaders, offering strategic advice, challenging assumptions, and helping the company make smarter financial decisions. What You'll Do: Be the Finance Lead for key areas of the business, owning the finance relationship and advising on key decisions. Drive cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies and supporting the business through cost reduction strategies. Own financial forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring forecasts are realistic and based on solid analysis. Provide financial insight to senior managers, offering expertise in understanding financial data, spotting risks, and highlighting opportunities. Collaborate with non-finance teams to help them understand their financials, track spending, and improve performance. Support cost management (FinOps) by analysing and implementing strategies to drive efficiency and cost transparency. Manage and mentor junior team members , helping them develop and grow in their roles. What We're Looking For: Commercial Finance Expertise : You'll need to be able to understand complex financial data and translate it into simple, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders. Cost Consciousness : A key part of your role will be to challenge spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and track progress on cost-saving initiatives. Strong Communication Skills : You must be able to explain financial concepts clearly and confidently to senior non-finance managers. Proactive Problem Solver : You'll need to spot issues before they arise and take ownership of finding solutions. Team Player : You'll be part of a collaborative team and work closely with others across the business. Skills : Strong Excel skills, good PowerPoint/Word skills, with experience in financial planning and analysis. Qualifications : Part-qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA with 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.

The Opportunity: We are partnering with a fast growing, international organisation to appoint a Reward & Benefits Partner (Europe). This is a high impact role operating across a complex, multi country environment, offering the opportunity to shape and embed a scalable, commercially effective reward strategy. Central London Hybrid working Full time You will work within a matrix structure, partnering senior leaders to deliver best in class reward frameworks, ensuring market competitiveness, strong governance and meaningful employee value. This role offers a blend of strategic design and hands on delivery, ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, evolving organisations. Key Responsibilities: Reward Advisory & Partnership Act as the trusted reward partner across Europe Advise on salary structures, incentives and benefits design Translate global reward principles into practical regional frameworks Provide expertise on job evaluation, pay positioning and retention strategies Governance & Compliance Establish and maintain robust reward governance frameworks Ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and best practice Maintain clear documentation and oversight of incentive schemes Incentives & Variable Pay Review and enhance bonus and incentive structures Develop consistent, transparent frameworks Partner leaders to design effective variable pay models Benefits Strategy Review and evolve benefits offering across multiple countries Balance employee value with cost effectiveness and simplicity Support harmonisation across legacy and newly integrated businesses Pay & Benchmarking Lead salary benchmarking and pay positioning activity Provide insight to support pay reviews, promotions and hiring decisions Deliver reward analysis to inform senior leadership discussions M&A & Integration Support reward due diligence on acquisitions Assess legacy arrangements and integration risks Help embed consistent reward frameworks post acquisition Data & Insight Deliver high quality reporting and reward analytics Identify trends, risks and opportunities across pay and benefits Support gender pay and broader reward reporting About You: We are looking for someone who brings: Strong experience in reward, compensation and benefits Proven track record operating in complex or matrix organisations Deep understanding of pay structures, benchmarking and governance Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into insight Confidence influencing and advising senior stakeholders A commercial, pragmatic and solutions focused approach Additional experience that would be valuable: Exposure to multi country or European reward environments Experience within regulated or professional services environments Background supporting acquisitions or organisational integration Why Apply? Opportunity to shape reward strategy across a European platform High visibility role working with senior leadership Fast paced, evolving environment with real impact Blend of strategic and operational responsibility If this sounds like the kind of role where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

Job Title : Head of Finance Duration : Permanent Hours : 36 hours per week Monday to Friday Salary : £62,300 per annum, plus pension and benefits Location : Hybrid Homebased and National Office, Northampton Overall job purpose To lead and develop the Finance team and provide financial management and business support. To lead CCT s audit process, month-end process and the Trust s investments and banking services. To support the Director of Finance and Commercial on projects as required. The Head of Finance will have responsibility for managing the Trust s accounting system. The postholder will also lead the annual audit, month end reporting and investment and banking services. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Commercial and Finance Analyst, they will provide internal and external stakeholders with the necessary financial reports to manage Trust business. This role is also responsible for deputising for the Director of Finance & Commercial in their absence. We have recently published our TRUST values, which outline the behaviours and expectations that act as our foundations at CCT. We have attached the pack, outlining each value, which we will also be using as part of our shortlisting and interview process to find the right candidates that align with our values. If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you ll need to refer to the job description. The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Thursday 21st May 2026 . The interviews will take place in Northampton on Tuesday 2nd June 2026. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel. Please note: As part of our recruitment process, we undertake candidate psychometric testing, you will receive an email following your application submission asking you to complete a series of activities. All successful applicants will be subject to a basic DBS, credit check, references and right to work checks. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview. If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us. We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.

Senior Finance Business Partner - London (3 days per week) - 6-Month Fixed Term Contract A specialist manufacturer is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed term contract. This is a high-impact role supporting a technically complex manufacturing operation, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making, strengthen financial controls, and drive meaningful commercial insight. This position is ideally suited to a finance professional who understands the realities of complex manufacturing environments and how these are effectively managed, controlled, and accounted for within an ERP system. The Role You will act as the key finance partner to manufacturing and operational stakeholders, providing robust financial leadership and insight across the business. The role combines strategic business partnering with hands-on financial control and system optimisation. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering & Commercial Insight Partner closely with operational and technical teams within a complex manufacturing setting Provide clear financial analysis, challenge, and insight to support decision-making Identify risks and opportunities to improve performance and efficiency Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes Manufacturing Finance & Cost Control Develop a deep understanding of manufacturing cost drivers and operational processes Drive cost discipline and value optimisation across the production environment Ensure accurate cost allocation and financial visibility across manufacturing activities Financial Reporting & Controls Deliver high-quality variance analysis with actionable insights Support month-end reporting, statutory requirements, and financial filings Strengthen financial processes, controls, and data integrity (including SOX compliance) ERP & Systems Management Work within an ERP system to manage and account for complex manufacturing operations Ensure accurate and consistent financial data capture across the system Partner with finance and operations teams to enhance system usage, reporting, and data flows Leadership Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members Foster collaboration across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a complex manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how manufacturing operations are reflected and controlled within an ERP system (NetSuite experience beneficial) Experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting Confident stakeholder manager with the ability to challenge and influence Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: This role offers an exciting opportunity to step into a highly strategic finance leadership role within a business undergoing significant transformation. Following the transition from family ownership to private equity backing, the organisation is focused on driving growth, enhancing operational performance, and strengthening financial governance. This role sits at the heart of that journey, working as a key member of the Land leadership team to shape strategy, influence decision-making, and deliver value creation. Responsibilities in this role include: Strategic & Operational Leadership Contribute to the development and delivery of divisional strategic and operational plans Act as a key member of the Land leadership team, influencing business direction and performance Support sales and investment decision-making through financial, commercial, and tax Planning & Performance Support multi-year business planning processes Deliver robust budgeting and forecasting Provide insightful analysis to support performance improvement and value creation Financial Control & Governance Maintain full accountability for the financial control environment across the division Ensure robust, compliant, and efficient financial processes and controls Oversee balance sheet integrity, risk management, and audit processes Reporting & Analysis Lead the design and delivery of the financial reporting framework Provide high-quality periodic and ad-hoc reporting to internal leadership and parent Deliver meaningful insights to enhance operational and financial decision-making Commercial & Operational Finance Support complex project-based delivery, including cost control, margin management, and risk mitigation Oversee financial aspects of international operations, including foreign exchange and credit Provide financial oversight of supply chain activities and contract performance Transformation & Continuous Improvement Proactively lead and support business change and improvement initiatives Drive efficiencies across Financial Control within the Finance directorate and wider operational processes Support ERP and systems optimisation initiatives Leadership & Team Development Develop, lead and mentor a high-performing Financial Control team Foster a culture of customer service, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Operate effectively within a matrix structure, influencing beyond direct reporting Apply if you have most of the following: Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role (Financial Controller, Deputy FD, or equivalent) Proven experience within a private equity-backed environment Background in defence, engineering, manufacturing, or complex project-based industries (defence highly desirable) Experience operating in international businesses, including exposure to foreign currency and cross-border operations Strong track record in financial control, reporting, and governance in complex environments Experience supporting strategic planning, investment decisions, and business Demonstrated success working within matrix organisations and influencing senior Technical skills/Education: Fully qualified accountant (FCA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong technical accounting expertise (UK GAAP / IFRS) Experience managing foreign exchange risk, credit risk, and financial instruments Understanding of international trade considerations (e.g. bonds, guarantees, overseas deployment models) Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with ERP systems and finance transformation initiatives Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into commercial insight Additional local requirements: Hybrid role, onsite around 70% of the week Successful candidates will need to be eligible to obtain SC (Security Clearance) The Benefits this role cam offer you include: Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a PE-backed transformation journey Clear progression pathway to Finance Director or Divisional FD roles Direct exposure to board-level and investor interactions Involvement in strategic decision-making and value creation initiatives Opportunity to shape and enhance financial control and reporting frameworks The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.

Artis HR are supporting an organisation to recruit an HR Advisor into their established People function on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time, generalist role offering the opportunity to work closely with senior HR colleagues to deliver a high-quality, professional and responsive HR service across the business. You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of the wider People strategy, contributing to initiatives across talent development, engagement, wellbeing and organisational change. The role Working as part of a collaborative HR team, you will provide advice and guidance to managers across a wide range of HR matters, while also supporting on projects and wider people initiatives. This is a varied role with a strong focus on employee relations, alongside exposure to data, policy development and organisational change. Key responsibilities -Provide advice, guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance -Support HR Business Partners with organisational change initiatives, restructures and project delivery -Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies in line with employment law and best practice -Contribute to people initiatives across talent development, engagement and wellbeing -Support with HR reporting, data analysis and insight to inform decision making -Work collaboratively across the wider People function to deliver a consistent and high-quality HR service -Assist with job evaluation and workforce planning activities -Support HR helpdesk queries and contribute to wider team activities About you -Previous experience within an HR Advisor or generalist HR role -Strong experience managing a range of employee relations casework -Good understanding of UK employment law -Confident providing pragmatic, commercial HR advice -Strong relationship-building and communication skills Able to work independently and as part of a wider team in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail with a proactive and adaptable approach CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable) Why apply? -Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive HR team -Broad, generalist role with exposure to both operational and project work -Involvement in key people initiatives and organisational change -Hybrid working model with flexibility Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can grow, take ownership and make a real impact, I'd love to have a chat. Please note, you must have the right to work in the UK and be within a commutable distance of Cheltenham for this role. We aim to respond to every application, however due to high volumes this isn't always possible. We may be in touch via phone or email to ask a few additional questions or to arrange an initial screening call. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

Finance Manager Location: Hull Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience You will join a growing, internationally backed manufacturing business as the number two in finance, working closely with an experienced Finance Director who is committed to developing their successor. From day one, you'll be involved in more than reporting. You'll contribute to strategic decisions, challenge performance, and take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of the finance function. This is a role for someone who wants to step beyond the numbers, influence how the business operates, and build towards a future Finance Director position, without the usual guesswork around when or how that happens. The Opportunity You will act as the number two in finance, partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, improve processes and support ambitious growth plans. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, group reporting and financial submissions to strict deadlines Drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning Provide meaningful commercial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Take ownership of working capital, cashflow forecasting and financial controls Oversee VAT and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Build, mentor and develop a small finance team Partner with departments across operations, supply chain and commercial teams Support investment decisions, cost control initiatives and strategic projects Strengthen systems, processes and governance to enable scalable growth About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment Strong track record of managing full financials (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow) Confident in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling Commercially astute with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience leading or developing teams Comfortable operating in a hands-on, site-based role Ambitious, driven and keen to progress into a senior leadership position Why Apply? Clear pathway to Finance Director High level of exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business Supportive environment focused on development and progression International exposure within a wider group structure Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven't received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit consortiumrecruitment.co.uk

Finance Controller / FD Designate Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire (Office based - 5 days per week) £70,000 - £75,000 per annum StormX Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing international business to recruit a Finance Controller / FD Designate. This is a key hire for the organisation and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the finance function while supporting the business through its next phase of growth. Reporting to the Business Unit Directors and Group CFO, the Finance Controller will play a pivotal role within the organisation, taking responsibility for several group subsidiaries and helping to drive improvements across finance processes, reporting and controls. This is a hands-on and varied role, suited to someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and has the ability to combine strong technical accounting skills with process improvement and commercial insight. Key Responsibilities Oversee finance and administration functions across a number of international group subsidiaries. Manage purchase orders through the company ERP system Record and post supplier invoices into Sage Line 50 and Xero, reconciling to ERP systems Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries Manage supplier payment runs and multicurrency transactions Process expenses, petty cash and company credit card reconciliations Raise and manage sales invoices and credit control activities Prepare and submit VAT returns Monitor and manage cash flow, including cash forecasting across the group Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and stock adjustments Develop financial KPIs and reporting frameworks across the group Support budget preparation and financial planning Produce ad hoc financial reporting to support decision making Maintain financial controls and ensure audit readiness in line with regulatory and client requirements Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and systems Initially, the role will include some hands-on transactional work, with plans to recruit additional finance support as the function grows. Skills & Experience Strong experience using Sage Line 50, Xero and ERP systems Experience taking ownership of a finance function or operating in a senior finance role Experience working with multicurrency transactions Proven ability to improve finance processes and systems Strong Excel and financial reporting skills Experience supporting multi-entity or international businesses is advantageous Personal Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with senior stakeholders A hands-on approach with the drive to improve systems and processes Comfortable operating in a growing and evolving business environment

Finance Business Partner - Thurrock Council Salary: £53,000 - £62,000 Grays, 2 days per week in office Job Purpose: As a key member of the management team, you will proactively manage and mobilise resources to support Thurrock's ambition for Finance to be "best in class." You will contribute to a high-performing, continuously improving culture that delivers leading-edge financial and commercial management, underpinned by robust analysis and the promotion of best practice methods and standards. You will lead by example in modelling and embedding the Council's values and behaviours, working collaboratively with Members, services across the Council, partners, and stakeholders. Through this, you will help deliver the Council's objectives and priorities, supporting the development of a sustainable, highly effective organisation and strengthening our reputation for delivering excellent value to residents. Key Accountabilities: Provide a comprehensive finance business partnering service to allocated service department(s) and other agencies. Proactively manage work with budget managers to confirm savings proposals and outturn position. To support with capital projects assisting with costing and the review and challenge of potential pressures and savings, actively participate in regular meetings with business area to challenge and scrutinise monitoring figures, undertake service analysis to support the year-end position and the year-end accounts Anticipate and identify key financial issues and risks affecting the business which require the attention, resolve issues with Senior Managers and identify mitigating actions to ensure net expenditure is within budget, escalate to Strategic Finance Manager and other senior colleagues any business issues not resolved by Service Managers Be an effective liaison point between the business, the Corporate and Strategic Finance Team and Government Departments to ensure completion of all statutory returns Work proactively with the Strategic and Corporate Finance Teams to produce financial and commercial analysis to support the financial strategy, decision making and service reviews. Deliver robust financial and commercial analysis for business cases including signing-off financial implications for reports and other reviews as required Manage financial modelling of new services or changes to existing services including impact from specific legislation /policy changes, assessing and understanding the financial and non-financial implications for the Council Person Specification Essential Criteria CCAB/CIMA (Or Overseas Equivalent) Post graduate or relevant knowledge and experience Experience: Wide understanding of strategic financial planning and techniques and their application in a budget setting scenario. Knowledge of the issues facing local government and those relevant to service/functional responsibilities, together with the legal, financial and political context of public sector management and the statutory responsibilities of this post. Experience of maintaining partnerships and productive working relationships within a complex policy and service environment with senior managers and councillors, and a wide range of other bodies, such as partner organisations, communities, public agencies and statutory bodies.

Group Head of Leadership Development Location: London Victoria (hybrid model, minimum 3 days in office). Nord Anglia Education - the world's leading private school's organisation is recruiting a Group Head of Leadership Development . You will be joining the HR team in our London HQ. London is our global headquarters where 200 colleagues across Finance, Risk, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, MAC and Education drive the success of our 90+ schools in 35+ countries. By joining our fast paced and innovative organisation, you will be regularly liaising with our global team-mates from the Philippines to Peru, from Beijing to Boston and beyond. If you have a global mindset, enjoy thinking outside the box and are prepared to go above and beyond to find solutions, then a career at Nord Anglia is for you. In the role of Group Head of Leadership Development , you will be responsible for shaping and delivering a global leadership development strategy that supports Nord Anglia Education's return-to-growth agenda and that enhances capability across the organisation, meeting the diverse needs of both educators and functional teams. This role will lead a comprehensive review of the current Leadership programmes portfolio and create a cohesive, multi-channel learning framework with clear outcomes aligned to training needs and business priorities. Leading a small, high-impact internal team and carefully selected external partners, the role will balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, focusing on strengthening leadership capability, commercial and financial acumen, AI and data literacy. A key focus of the role will be ensuring schools have access to the development they need to ensure they remain the very best educators in the market. Success will be measured through tangible business impact, including enrolment growth, employee engagement score increases, NPS data from parents, as well as having a stronger talent pipeline available for internal promotions. The role will also manage the LD budget to maximise return on investment. The role: As Group Head of Leadership Development your focus will be to: Develop a global Leadership Development strategy aligned with business priorities to drive commercial growth, high performance and continuous learning. Identify skill gaps and design blended learning solutions across leadership, onboarding and technical training. Ensure learning solutions meet the needs of educators and functional teams, fostering cross collaboration. Review and enhance all existing content, programmes and delivery channels to maximise business impact. Create a cohesive Leadership framework covering development, onboarding, coaching, mentoring, assessments and digital learning, accessible to all career stages. Align all learning activity to the EmpowerUs competency framework to reinforce a consistent performance language across Nord Anglia. Re design onboarding to provide an engaging introduction with clear deliverables for rapid productivity. Review and enhance leadership programmes to ensure relevance and build a strong leadership pipeline. Explore career development options beyond promotion, including mentoring, secondments, lateral moves and international opportunities. Partner with the Education team to evolve offerings and ensure Nord Anglia University content is accessible, relevant and refreshed. Use AI and modern learning technologies to enhance delivery and measurement. Ensure compliance with mandatory training and leverage technology (AI, LMS) to strengthen delivery. Partner with functional teams, Principals, Regional Managing Directors and HR to ensure regional relevance, business alignment and links to talent and succession planning. Gather feedback and use data to demonstrate ROI, capability uplift and programme effectiveness. Review external partnerships for quality, cultural fit and value. Lead, coach and develop the Leadership Development team for future growth. Own and optimise the LD budget to maximise impact. The Successful Candidate will possess: Proven experience of transforming or building a Leadership or L&D function in a global organisation. Demonstrated experience designing and building successful Leadership Development curricula for multiple levels of organisations. Strong track record designing commercially aligned learning strategies. Proven leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels, including board level. Strong strategic planning and analytical skills to measure the effectiveness of training initiatives. Demonstrated budget ownership, supplier management, and ROI measurement. Executive presence with the confidence to challenge constructively. Comfortable operating strategically while remaining hands-on in a flat organisation. See full job description, here . About Us Nord Anglia Education is the world's leading international schools organisation. Our 90+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 90,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools. Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we're at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students. By joining Nord Anglia Education you will become part of a committed and innovative team. As a member of the world's leading premium schools group you will be joining an active network of like-minded people across the world. We encourage individuals to join us with our "Create your Future" mindset - we will provide you with a range of experiences and opportunities to enhance your skillset and you will be given the autonomy to grow your career. To Apply On-line applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV. At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination. We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics. Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment.

Your Company: NET Recruit is proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing distribution business operating across the EMEA region within a technology-led market. The organisation is now entering an exciting new phase of strategic growth and commercial development. As part of this evolution, the business is seeking to appoint a Vice President of Sales (EMEA) to lead and shape the regional sales function. This is a newly created, standalone leadership role offering the opportunity to bring structure, accountability, and performance focus to an already successful sales organisation, while maintaining its relationship-driven culture. This position is ideally suited to a commercially astute and strategic sales leader who can balance high-level planning with hands-on leadership, driving sustainable revenue growth across diverse markets and teams. Your Role and Responsibilities While in this position your duties may include but are not limited to : Developing and executing a clear and sustainable revenue growth strategy across the EMEA region Establishing and delivering against measurable annual and mid-year sales objectives Driving new customer acquisition while expanding and strengthening key existing accounts Improving forecasting accuracy, pipeline visibility and overall sales performance tracking Leading, mentoring and developing an experienced, geographically dispersed sales team Embedding performance metrics and accountability frameworks in a constructive and practical manner Fostering a culture of professionalism, consistency and strong customer focus Implementing structured and scalable sales processes while maintaining core business relationships Enhancing CRM utilisation, reporting capabilities and data-driven decision making Standardising territory planning, account management approaches and pricing discipline Ensuring consistent and effective sales execution across regions and teams Collaborating closely with Operations, Marketing and Finance to support business objectives Providing regular performance updates and strategic insight to the Managing Director and senior leadership team Supporting long-term business planning and strategic development initiatives What You Will Need To Apply: Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role within printing, technology or a related industry Extensive experience operating across EMEA markets, including managing remote and regional teams Demonstrable track record of driving revenue growth and building structure within established organisations Strong background in consultative, relationship-led sales environments Experience implementing sales processes, performance frameworks and CRM-driven reporting Commercially astute with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational execution High level of integrity, professionalism and executive presence Bachelor's degree or equivalent is advantageous What You Will Get in Return: This represents an outstanding opportunity for a senior sales leader to take ownership of a high-impact regional role within a growing and commercially focused distribution business. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the sales organisation, working closely with senior leadership to influence strategic direction and long-term growth across the EMEA region. In return, the organisation offers a highly competitive executive salary and package, alongside the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact within a dynamic and evolving business environment.To discuss further, please do not hesitate to reach out to :Justin Heron - Talent Acquisition Director M: E:

Finance Manager - Retail 6 month fixed term contract, with potential of permanent opportunity Competitive Salary + Benefits We're currently partnering with a growing retail business to recruit an experienced Finance Manager into a key role within their finance function. This opportunity would suit an immediately available, qualified finance professional who enjoys operating in a hands-on, commercial environment and wants to play a pivotal role in strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting business growth. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will take ownership of core financial reporting activities while working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Leading the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting Reviewing journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and management information Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and acting as a key contact for external auditors Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal controls Identifying and implementing process improvements across finance systems and reporting Providing technical accounting support and guidance to finance colleagues Contributing insight to budgeting, forecasting, and wider commercial decision-making About You Our client is looking for someone who can combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, business-focused mindset: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in financial reporting, month-end close, and audit support Strong balance sheet control and attention to detail Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and external advisors Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving retail or consumer-led environment Desirable Experience Background in retail, multi-site, or consumer-facing businesses Experience supporting finance transformation or process improvement initiatives Exposure to growing or scaling organisations Why This Role? A broad, visible position within a commercially driven retail business Chance to shape and improve finance processes and controls Strong progression and development potential Competitive salary and benefits package If you're a qualified finance professional considering your next move and would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply or get in touch for more information. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Intro An infrastructure investor is seeking an Interim Chief Revenue Officer to support a large-scale, capital-intensive data centre platform at a critical stage of its growth. This is a high-impact role focused on shaping the revenue strategy, building a robust pricing model, and positioning the business ahead of the market to maximise return on significant capex investment. The Company A well-funded infrastructure platform progressing a major data centre development, backed by institutional capital and a clear value creation plan. With substantial capital deployed and further investment planned, the business now requires a commercially driven leader to define how revenue is generated, optimised, and scaled in a competitive and evolving market. The Role Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the CEO and CFO, you will own the revenue strategy end-to-end, aligning commercial delivery with financial returns and investor expectations. You will translate significant capex into a clear, executable revenue plan, partnering with the CFO on modelling and capital allocation, and supporting the CEO on market positioning and partnerships. Key responsibilities include: Defining and delivering the revenue strategy across the platform Building and implementing a pricing model aligned to demand, capacity, and return on capital Shaping commercial propositions to stay ahead of the market Leveraging relationships with hyperscalers, enterprise clients, and partners to drive revenue Aligning revenue strategy to capex, ensuring optimal yield and payback Providing clear commercial insight, including modelling and forecasts Supporting negotiations on key commercial agreements Driving execution from early-stage positioning through to full commercialisation and exit readiness Your Profile Proven experience operating at CRO or senior commercial leadership level within data centres, infrastructure, or closely related sectors Deep understanding of pricing strategy, revenue optimisation, and capital-intensive business models Track record of building and scaling revenue functions in high-growth, investor-backed environments Strong network across hyperscalers, enterprise customers, and strategic partners Highly commercial, with the ability to translate complex investment into clear revenue strategy Comfortable operating in a hands-on interim capacity within a fast-paced, investor-led environment Compensation & Benefits This role offers a competitive day rate, outside IR35, reflective of the seniority and impact of the mandate. The position is London-based with flexibility on working pattern, and provides the opportunity to play a central role in shaping the commercial success of a high-value, capital-intensive infrastructure investment.

At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients, and superior shareholder returns. Through our behaviours of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. We partner with M&G to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. On behalf of M&G, AMS are looking for a Commercial & Sourcing Lead - BPO based in London - Onsite (4 days per week) for a 6 month contract. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer workplace accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. Purpose of the Role: We are looking for a Senior, commercially-driven ITO/BPO Category Lead who can operate credibly at enterprise level, shape sourcing strategy across fragmented business units, and materially improve value from major vendors. What you'll do: 1. Support the Development of ITO/BPO Commercial Strategies Support business and IT stakeholders in shaping commercial strategies for mission critical ITO/BPO renewals and re-tenders. Gather data on contract performance, spend, service consumption, and market pricing to inform the renewal approach. Identify opportunities for cost reduction, scope adjustments, rate card optimisation, or service model improvements. Provide commercial insight to help the business evaluate sourcing options (renew/renegotiate/retender). 2. Lead and Execute Sourcing Events (within defined governance) Devise and sourcing processes for ITO/BPO services: RFPs, competitive events, renewals, and renegotiations. Conduct commercial evaluations, pricing comparisons, and scenario modelling with guidance from senior commercial advisors. Support negotiations on rates, service levels, transition costs, and pricing mechanisms. Ensure sourcing activity follows procurement governance and documentation requirements. 3. Market & Supplier Insight (Execution-Level) Maintain working knowledge of key outsourcing suppliers, delivery models, and basic market trends. Collect benchmark data (internally and externally) to support cost-reduction recommendations. Track supplier performance issues raised by the Business Units and highlight commercial risks as contracts approach expiry. 4. Commercial Analysis, Benchmarking & Cost Reduction Analyse current contract spend, rate cards, and service volumes to identify optimisation opportunities. Prepare comparison models (eg, incumbent vs alternative supplier, BAU vs optimised scope). Support demand-management and specification-simplification conversations with stakeholders. Work with Finance to quantify projected savings and validate commercial assumptions. 5 . Contracting Support (Pre-Signature) Draft and manage commercial schedules (pricing tables, SLAs, service descriptions) with Legal guidance. Ensure contracts clearly reflect negotiation outcomes, especially cost, service levels, and renewal clauses. Work with BU contract owners to ensure the post-signature vendor management model is well understood. 6. Stakeholder Support & Communication Provide commercial support to IT, Ops, and Business Unit teams during renewal planning and sourcing events. Communicate commercial options in clear, structured formats (dashboards, comparison tables, risks). Support stakeholder alignment across IT, Finance, Legal, and the Business Units. The skills you'll need: Experience as a commercial outsourcing leader , not a process-heavy sourcing manager or a regulatory specialist. Worked within the financial services. (Essential) Experience of large scale BPO/ITO . Proven leadership of large-scale, mission-critical, customer- or revenue-impacting ITO/BPO arrangements experience. We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.

Sheridan Maine is partnering on an exclusive basis with a long-established and highly reputable organisation to recruit a Finance Director for a senior, board-level position in West Dorset. This Finance Director job offers a rare opportunity to join a successful business in a strategic finance leadership role, combining commercial finance, operational oversight, and board-level influence. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping business performance, driving financial strategy, and supporting long-term growth. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on Finance Director, Financial Controller stepping up, or senior finance leader seeking a broad, high-impact role within a collaborative environment. The Role Finance Director (FD) As Finance Director, you will take full ownership of the finance function while contributing to wider business operations. This is a highly visible FD role requiring both strategic thinking and day-to-day financial leadership. Key focus areas include: Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Delivering accurate and timely management accounts and financial reporting Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support decision-making Partnering with the Board to drive business strategy and performance Supporting business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency Maintaining strong financial controls, governance, and compliance Finance Director Responsibilities Overall responsibility for financial management, cash flow, and reporting cycles Business partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver strategic financial insight Managing banking relationships, funding arrangements, and covenant reporting Oversight of property, leases, and commercial agreements Responsibility for supplier contracts, cost control, and overhead management Supporting HR processes and people strategy alongside external advisors Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, processes, and controls Collaborating on IT systems, operational efficiency, and business transformation Ensuring compliance with health & safety, legal, and regulatory requirements Finance Director Requirements To be successful in this Finance Director job, you will be: A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) An experienced Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Financial Controller ready to step up Proven in leading a finance function within a multi-site or complex business A strong commercial finance professional with strategic insight Confident operating at Board level, able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills A collaborative leader with strong communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable managing a broad, hands-on finance leadership role Why Apply for this Finance Director Role? Senior board-level Finance Director position with real influence Broad role combining strategic finance and operational leadership Opportunity to join a stable, well-established business Collaborative and supportive senior leadership team Chance to drive business improvement, growth, and change initiatives Apply for this Finance Director Job If you re searching for Finance Director jobs in the South West / West Dorset, or a senior finance leadership role where you can make a genuine impact, we d love to hear from you. Apply today to explore this Finance Director opportunity in confidence. You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Overview Morgan McKinley is partnering with a Private Equity backed business who are seeking a Interim Finance Director to support a multi-site Nursery Group through a period of significant change and growth. Working closely with the CEO and Investors, you will take ownership of the finance function, improve reporting, maintain stringent cash flow management, and bring a strong commercial view. You will also play a central role in supporting a platform nursery buy and build strategy, including the M&A activity that comes with it. This is an ideal opportunity for an interim finance director with experience in Private Equity and multi-site businesses, who has the experience to operate at board level with senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function across a multi-site nursery group Deliver clear monthly reporting, including cashflow, budgets, and forecasts Implement stringent cash flow management, including weekly rolling forecasts Support a platform buy and build strategy, including M&A activity and integration Work closely with the CEO and Investors, providing insight on performance and key decisions Support changes across the business, improving processes and how finance supports operations Take ownership of budgeting and forecasting About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience working in a Private Equity-backed business Background in a multi-site environment (education, nurseries, healthcare or similar) Experience supporting M&A activity and buy and build strategies International experience preferred Comfortable covering both day to day finance and more commercial work Confident working at Board level

CURRENT, ATCIVE & TRANSFERABLE EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE Agile & Digital Delivery Lead delivery of Business Assurance projects and initiatives using agile principles, working in iterative cycles with clear milestones, user stories and acceptance criteria - not waterfall plans Act as a credible partner to Delivery Managers and product teams across the organisation, understanding their ways of working and integrating Business Assurance activity into their delivery cycles without creating unnecessary friction Apply GDS delivery principles and the Government Digital and Data framework to how Business Assurance projects are scoped, run and evaluated Champion agile and continuous improvement ways of working within the team, helping colleagues move away from rigid, document-heavy processes towards leaner, more adaptive approaches Use appropriate agile tooling (Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent) to manage backlogs, sprints and delivery visibility Dependency Management & Portfolio Planning Own the identification, mapping and active management of dependencies across the Business Assurance portfolio and between Business Assurance and wider organisational programmes Maintain a clear, up-to-date picture of cross-programme interdependencies, ensuring blockers are surfaced early, owned clearly and resolved collaboratively Facilitate regular dependency reviews and planning sessions with stakeholders across Digital, Finance, Legal, Operations and other divisions Support the Head of Business Assurance in resource planning and forward pipeline management, providing data-driven insights to inform prioritisation and sequencing decisions Escalate risks and conflicts arising from competing priorities or resource constraints, with clear options and recommendations for resolution Demand Capture & DevOps-Aware Working Own and manage the demand intake process for the Business Assurance team - capturing, triaging and prioritising requests from across the business in a structured, transparent way Develop a working understanding of the organisation's DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines and release cadences, so that assurance and governance activity can be planned around - not after - digital delivery Work with Digital, Technology and third-party delivery teams to ensure that assurance requirements are understood and factored into delivery planning from the outset, not bolted on at the end Identify opportunities to streamline how assurance demand is captured and managed, introducing lightweight tooling or process improvements where appropriate Third Party & Supplier Management Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and external partners engaged to support Business Assurance or wider programme delivery, ensuring deliverables are clearly scoped, tracked and reviewed Ensure third-party dependencies, risks and delivery commitments are incorporated into the team's overall planning and dependency management approach Support procurement and commercial activity in line with Civil Service policy, working with commercial colleagues to onboard and manage suppliers effectively Governance & Reporting Prepare clear, concise and insight-driven reports, board papers and briefings for senior leadership and governance forums, translating complex delivery and risk information into accessible formats Maintain proportionate project governance documentation - plans, RAID logs, decision logs - that supports delivery without adding unnecessary overhead Contribute to the continuous improvement of Business Assurance's own ways of working, processes and tooling Person Specification - Essential Criteria Experience: Demonstrable experience of managing projects or programmes in a government digital or transformation context, working within or alongside agile delivery teams Proven experience of managing cross-programme dependencies in a complex, multi-team delivery environment Experience working with or alongside DevOps or continuous delivery teams, with a practical understanding of CI/CD pipelines, release management and product-led ways of working Experience of demand management - capturing, triaging and prioritising work intake from multiple stakeholders in a structured way Experience of managing third-party supplier relationships and ensuring delivery accountability in multi-supplier environments Experience of working within a Civil Service, government agency or similarly regulated environment Experience of producing high-quality reports and briefings for senior stakeholders and governance forums Technical Skills: Proficiency in agile delivery tooling - Azure DevOps, Jira, MS Planner or equivalent - including backlog management, sprint planning and dependency tracking Strong understanding of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or similar) and the ability to apply them proportionately Familiarity with GDS Service Standard and Government Digital and Data framework principles Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and delivery information for non-technical senior audiences Strong analytical skills, able to interpret delivery data and provide clear insights to support decision-making Person Specification - Desirable Criteria Formal agile qualification - Scrum Master (CSM/PSM), SAFe Agilist, AgilePM, or BCS Agile PRINCE2, APM PMQ or equivalent project management qualification Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or above) or demonstrable process improvement experience Experience of governance or assurance functions, including risk management or compliance Familiarity with Civil Service governance frameworks and policy

Loan IQ Application support London 12-month contract Inside ir35 Purpose of Job The Loan IQ Support Lead (VP) is accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of the Loan IQ production environment, ensuring stability, resilience, and continual improvement of a mission critical lending platform. This role provides senior oversight of incident, problem, and change management activities while driving platform optimization, risk reduction, and partnership with business stakeholders across Lending Operations, Front Office, Finance, Risk, and Technology. The VP serves as a key liaison between Technology, Vendors, and enterprise functions to support complex commercial lending workflows and integrations across the broader loan servicing ecosystem The role requires a deep understanding of syndicated and bilateral loan processing, strong technical acumen and experience with Loan IQ. Background Loan IQ provides loan booking and servicing functionality across two of the three product pillars (Loans, Trade Finance) of the front office pillars: SFS (Structured Finance Solutions) SPD - Specialised Products Department ISD - International & Structural Finance Department TPD - Transportation Department CIB (Corporate & Investment Bank) CBDE 1 and 2 - Corporate Banking Japanese and Non-Japanese GTBD - Global Transaction Banking Department GFIG - Global Financial Institutions Group Department GTFD - Global Trade Finance Department LCME - Loan Capital Markets FMD - Financial Markets Department Facts / Scale Lending makes up c.60% of EMEA gross profit, contributing c.$1.2bn pa. Engaging with IT and non-IT colleagues at all levels in EMEA is key to being successful in this role. Engaging with external vendor Finastra for incident resolution Office environment minimum 5 days per fortnight (split 2-3 days per week). Accountabilities & Responsibilities Direct and govern Level 2/3 support activities across incident, problem, and change management, ensuring audit ready processes and documentation. Provide executive oversight of daily batch cycles and upstream/downstream interfaces, proactively addressing bottlenecks and performance risks. Review root-cause analyses for major incidents and champion long term remediation plans. Lead the roadmap for platform stability, resiliency upgrades, technical debt remediation, and infrastructure modernization. Drive strategic enhancements, system upgrades, and integration initiatives across the lending technology estate. Champion automation, monitoring improvements, and self service capabilities to reduce manual intervention and operational risk. Serve as the senior point of escalation for Operations, Front Office, Product Control, and Risk teams. Drive alignment between business workflows and platform capabilities, enabling efficient loan servicing, reporting, and control processes. Translate complex technology issues into executive friendly communication during incidents and governance forums. Provide governance across all Loan IQ-related integration points (e.g., GL feeds, data lakes, reporting platforms, payment systems). Oversee data integrity controls, reconciliation processes, and triage of high impact data defects. Guide usage of SQL and data diagnostic tools to support analytics and operational investigations. Ensure all support activities meet enterprise risk, audit, and regulatory standards. Work with L1 production support team for issue resolution Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required: Deep understanding of commercial lending workflows (syndicated, bilateral, agency, trading, servicing). Strong understanding of the Loan IQ data model and configuration tables Strong background in production support leadership, including major incident management and platform governance. Familiarity with ITIL processes and tools (e.g., ServiceNow, JIRA). Experience managing cross functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders. Solid grasp of SQL, batch processing, integration architectures, and vendor supported systems. Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment with on-call responsibilities. Preferred: Experience with Loan IQ APIs, data extracts and reporting tools. Exposure to regulatory environments related to credit, operational risk, and financial reporting. If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! TO APPLY - PLEASE APPLY WITH AN UP-TO-DATE CV Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order 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. 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. 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.

Cedar is partnered with a PE-backed professional services business to appoint an Interim Chief Financial Officer. This is a 6-9 month contract offering £1,750-£2,250 per day, based in Central London with hybrid working (3-4 days per week in the office). The role sits at Board level and focuses on exit readiness, financial leadership and transaction delivery across a mid-market, investor-backed consulting business, with close interaction with the CEO, Board and private equity sponsor. The CompanyThe organisation is a PE-backed professional services platform with revenues of c.£100M, operating across multiple service lines and a diversified client base. The business has grown significantly under private equity ownership, supported by a combination of organic expansion and targeted acquisitions. It is now entering a critical phase as it prepares for a near-term exit, with a focus on enhancing financial visibility, strengthening reporting quality and presenting a compelling equity story to the market. Finance plays a central role in this phase, underpinning both operational performance and transaction readiness. The RoleThe Interim CFO will lead the business through the final stages of exit preparation and transaction execution, ensuring a robust, credible and investor-ready finance function. The role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on delivery, with responsibility for shaping the financial narrative, managing diligence processes and supporting valuation discussions. Key responsibilities include: Leading all aspects of exit readiness, including vendor due diligence, financial modelling and preparation of investor materials. Owning the financial narrative, ensuring consistency across forecasts, data room outputs and management presentations. Partnering with the CEO and private equity sponsor to shape exit strategy and support buyer engagement. Ensuring high-quality financial reporting, with full audit readiness and robustness of historical financials. Overseeing forecasting, budgeting and long-range planning processes to support valuation and transaction discussions. Driving working capital optimisation and cash management ahead of exit. Managing external advisors including diligence providers, auditors and corporate finance teams. Leading and stabilising the finance function through a high-pressure transaction period. Supporting any final integration, carve-out or restructuring activity to enhance exit positioning. Your Profile Proven Interim CFO with a track record of delivering exits within private equity-backed businesses. Experience operating within mid-market, investor-backed environments, ideally within professional services or consulting. Strong experience leading vendor due diligence processes and engaging directly with investors and buyers. Deep technical grounding across financial reporting, consolidation and audit processes. Commercially astute, with the ability to articulate a clear and compelling equity story. Hands-on, delivery-focused and comfortable operating at pace in a high-stakes environment. Strong stakeholder management experience across Board, investors and external advisors. Compensation & Working ArrangementsThe day rate for this Interim CFO role is £1,750-£2,250 per day. The role is based in Central London with hybrid working (typically 3-4 days per week in the office). This is a 6-9 month assignment offering direct exposure to a near-term exit within a PE-backed professional services business.