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I am working with a Public Sector Organisation in the Isle of Wight who are looking for an Interim Strategic Director of Finance & S151 Officer. The role is part time (3 days a week) and paying 900 umbrella per day (inside IR35) Whilst some work will be able to be carried out remotely in an agile way, the nature of this role (Section 151) requires in person attendance at meetings on the Isle of Wight so the successful candidate should expect to spend significant time here. Job Purpose: To provide strategic leadership and oversight of the councils finance function, ensuring financial stewardship, robust governance, financial resilience and value for money in all council activities. As the designated Section 151 officer, ensure the discharge of statutory responsibilities for the proper administration of the councils financial affairs, including pensions, as the council is a pension administering authority for its LGPS fund. Deputise for the chief executive, assuming full responsibilities of head of paid service in their absence, including organisational leadership and emergency decision making. To play a key role in the overall leadership of the organisation, working collaboratively with Members and partners and serving as an ambassador for the island while fostering a higher-performing, motivated and engaged workforce committed to service excellence. The candidate will need to lead on: Financial policy, strategy and management All duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer Implementation of transformation and improvement plans Management accounting and financial planning Strategic procurement Treasury management Internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme Essential skills include: Fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. Sound understanding of the Local Government Act 1972, specifically Section 151, and financial regulations governing local authorities Extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding 300m Successfully delivery of balanced budgets despite funding reductions. Able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. We need someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support growth, Please only apply for this post if you have the essential skills and experience as mentioned above and happy to work in the Isle of Wight as and when needed. Thank you Charlotte Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

This Interim Procurement Officer role based in Leeds requires a skilled professional to support procurement and supply chain activities on a temporary basis. Based in Leeds, the ideal candidate will help streamline processes and ensure efficient management of procurement tasks. Client Details The organisation is a growing organisation who are looking for further support within their procurement team on an interim basis for at least 6 months. This role will require you to have strong stakeholder management experience, end to end sourcing experience & experience managing spend analysis! Description As Interim Procurement Officer, duties will include, however not be limited to: Manage procurement activities and ensure compliance with company policies. Support the supply chain team in identifying cost-saving opportunities. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to fulfil procurement requirements. Assist in the evaluation and selection of suppliers to optimise value. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly. Prepare and maintain accurate procurement documentation and reports. Contribute to the development of procurement strategies and frameworks. Provide support during contract negotiations and renewals. Profile A successful Interim Procurement Officer should have: Experience in procurement and supply chain management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. A proactive and organised approach to managing tasks and deadlines. Job Offer Competitive daily rate between 300 - 400 per day, inside IR35. Based in Leeds with hybrid working. Temporary position offering flexibility and valuable industry experience. Immediate start on offer!

Role: Procurement Officer Type: Interim contract (initial 6 months, strong potential to become permanent) Salary: c£22 per hour - £39,862 - £42,839 pa, pro rata for part-time Hybrid: Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in office) Location: Warwickshire The role can either be part-time at 29.6 hours per week (over 4 or 5 days) or full-time, 37 hours per week Sellick Partnership is partnering with a public sector organisation in Warwickshire to recruit a Procurement Officer on an interim basis, with strong potential for the role to become permanent. This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional looking to develop their experience within a structured public sector environment, supporting a varied procurement workload and contributing to service improvement. The responsibilities of the Procurement Officer will include: Supporting end-to-end procurement activity, including assisting with tender exercises and documentation Working with stakeholders to ensure procurement processes are followed and compliant Assisting with evaluation processes and contract award activity Supporting supplier engagement and contract management activities Contributing to the maintenance of procurement records, systems, and contract registers Undertaking basic spend analysis to support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives Providing advice and guidance to colleagues on procurement processes where required Supporting general procurement administration, including FOI responses and website updates The ideal candidate for the Procurement Officer role will have: Experience within procurement, ideally in a public sector or regulated environment Understanding of procurement processes and tendering activity Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good analytical and organisational abilities Working towards or willing to work towards a CIPS qualification A proactive and collaborative approach to work How to apply for the Procurement Officer role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity as a Procurement Officer, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and submitted to the client for shortlisting, with interviews arranged as soon as possible for successful applicants. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Interim Strategic Director of Finance & Deputy Chief Executive (Section 151 Officer) Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Strategic Director of Finance & Deputy Chief Executive (designated Section 151 Officer) to provide senior leadership and statutory financial oversight during a period of transition. What's on Offer Day Rate: per day (Negotiable) Contract length : 3-6 months initially Part-time : 3 days per week Working pattern: Hybrid (regular onsite presence required) Location: South Coast The Role The successful candidate will operate at a senior corporate level, leading the Council's finance function and fulfilling statutory Section 151 responsibilities. Key responsibilities: Providing strategic leadership and oversight of the finance function. Acting as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer, ensuring proper administration of financial affairs. Leading financial strategy, policy, and medium-term financial planning (MTFS). Overseeing treasury management, internal audit, risk and financial governance. Driving transformation and improvement programmes across the Council. Leading on management accounting, financial planning and budget setting. Overseeing strategic procurement and value for money initiatives. Acting as Deputy Chief Executive, deputising for the Chief Executive when required. Providing oversight of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) as administering authority. About You You will ideally have: Fully qualified CCAB accountant (CIPFA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA) - essential. Extensive experience operating at Director / Section 151 level within a Local Authority. Strong understanding of the Local Government Act 1972 and statutory Section 151 responsibilities. Proven experience delivering MTFS within large, complex councils ( 300m+ budgets). Experience leading large-scale transformation and efficiency programmes. Strong expertise across treasury, audit, risk and pensions (LGPS). How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to 300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.

Interim Procurement Officer will be supporting with the review and update of procurement governance, policy, procedures, and processes for a Local Authority-owned company to ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and alignment with the Council's Procedure Rules. Client Details This is a temporary position within a public sector organisation known for its commitment to delivering effective and efficient procurement processes. Description Gather and analyse procurement information, contracts, and project data. Support development of updated Procedure Rules and process documentation. Draft templates, guidance notes, and workflow materials. Develop process maps using agreed formats. Review Procurement Act 2023 requirements and incorporate into documentation. Assist with pipeline analysis and route-to-market planning. Liaise with council procurement, legal, and finance teams. Prepare materials for consultation and governance meetings including Board of Directors. Profile Proven experience in public sector procurement. Understanding of PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. Evidence of working and using public sector regulations. Experience in or understanding of the construction/development sector would be preferred. Strong documentation and procedure writing skills. Process mapping experience. Job Offer 3 month interim opportunity with a leading public sector body, paying £350 per day (Inside IR35). You will be required to be on site in Liverpool a minimum of 1 day a month, you will need to be flexible depending on organisation needs.

Role: Procurement Officer Type: Interim contract (initial 6 months, strong potential to become permanent) Salary: c 22 per hour - 39,862 - 42,839 pa, pro rata for part-time Hybrid: Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in office) Location: Warwickshire The role can either be part-time at 29.6 hours per week (over 4 or 5 days) or full-time, 37 hours per week Sellick Partnership is partnering with a public sector organisation in Warwickshire to recruit a Procurement Officer on an interim basis, with strong potential for the role to become permanent. This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional looking to develop their experience within a structured public sector environment, supporting a varied procurement workload and contributing to service improvement. The responsibilities of the Procurement Officer will include: Supporting end-to-end procurement activity, including assisting with tender exercises and documentation Working with stakeholders to ensure procurement processes are followed and compliant Assisting with evaluation processes and contract award activity Supporting supplier engagement and contract management activities Contributing to the maintenance of procurement records, systems, and contract registers Undertaking basic spend analysis to support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives Providing advice and guidance to colleagues on procurement processes where required Supporting general procurement administration, including FOI responses and website updates The ideal candidate for the Procurement Officer role will have: Experience within procurement, ideally in a public sector or regulated environment Understanding of procurement processes and tendering activity Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good analytical and organisational abilities Working towards or willing to work towards a CIPS qualification A proactive and collaborative approach to work How to apply for the Procurement Officer role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity as a Procurement Officer, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and submitted to the client for shortlisting, with interviews arranged as soon as possible for successful applicants. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Interim Strategic Director of Finance and Deputy Chief Executive (designated as Interim Section 151 Officer) Duration: This interim role is required to provide robust cover while we recruit to the permanent role. As such it is initially expected that this role should run for 3-4 months from mid July. Location: It is vital that candidates are aware that travel to the Isle of Wight on a regular basis (likely weekly) will be a requirement of this position Service Area: Finance Job Purpose: To provide strategic leadership and oversight of the councils finance function, ensuring financial stewardship, robust governance, financial resilience and value for money in all council activities. As the designated Section 151 officer, ensure the discharge of statutory responsibilities for the proper administration of the councils financial affairs, including pensions, as the council is a pension administering authority for its LGPS fund. Deputise for the chief executive, assuming full responsibilities of head of paid service in their absence, including organisational leadership and emergency decision making. To play a key role in the overall leadership of the organisation, working collaboratively with Members and partners and serving as an ambassador for the island while fostering a higher-performing, motivated and engaged workforce committed to service excellence. The candidate will need to lead on: financial policy, strategy and management all duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer implementation of transformation and improvement plans management accounting and financial planning strategic procurement treasury management internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme Required skills include fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. sound understanding of the Local Government Act 1972, specifically Section 151, and financial regulations governing local authorities extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding 300m successfully delivery of balanced budgets despite funding reductions. able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. We need someone who can think commercially, innovatively and creatively about how funding is best deployed to support growth

A central Government authority operating in the defence sector is looking to expand their team with an interim robust Commercial Officer on a contract basis for 12 months, hybrid working Location: hybrid working 1-2 days / week in the office in Salisbury, UK Level of Clearance: SC Clearance - candidates holding active SC would benefit of a quicker start date Minimum Requirement: Able to deliver at pace Leading competitive or single source procurement and sourcing activities Providing contract management of higher value or complex contracts. Public sector experience or defence background What you will gain: Amazing rate for great affordability Remote working that you can spend less time travelling and enjoy some time at home Central Government Contrac t so you can improve prospects for future contracting Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at As a member of the GIS scheme, our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a Disability/ or Veteran / or has a Military spouse/partner and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on

Are you passionate about preventing homelessness and helping people secure safe, sustainable housing? A West London local authority is looking for a dedicated and experienced Housing Advice & Homeless Prevention Officer to join their team for a 6-month interim contract. In this role, you'll deliver high-quality housing advice, assess homeless applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996, and proactively prevent homelessness through early intervention, tenancy sustainment, and effective use of housing options. You'll manage a busy and varied caseload, working with individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Strong communication, a detailed understanding of housing legislation, and a problem-solving mindset are essential. This is a hybrid role, with a minimum of 3 days per week in-office required. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored, accurate housing advice and support to residents Assess homelessness applications and determine the Council's statutory duties Prevent homelessness through intervention, support, and referrals Manage complex casework to support move-on from temporary accommodation Advise on tenancy rights, rent arrears, benefits, and Right to Buy Work closely with private landlords, support services, and internal teams Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, acting as lead where required Maintain accurate case records and support service performance targets Help manage departmental budgets and follow procurement procedures Suggest improvements to processes and contribute to service development Participate in cross-cutting projects and maintain ongoing professional development How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

Procurement Officer Contractor Requirements Manchester office 2 days per week / Work from home 3 days per week £370 per day umbrella Initial period of up to 3 months Job Summary To be a proactive and solution focused team member of Legal and Democratic Services and working closely with the clients Procurement Manager, senior solicitor and officers within relevant business areas. To provide efficient, effective and high-quality support in public procurement, in compliance with applicable legislation and internal governance frameworks ensure the efficient and systematic procurement of goods and services effective monitoring of contracts development of transparent tendering schedules and good record keeping providing advice on best methods of public procurement and contract design developing best practice in relation to commissioning and public procurement. Role requirements • Develop and advise on public procurement, commissioning and contract management strategies, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and internal governance frameworks. Identify opportunities for better procurement • Ensure the clients achieves best value by supporting and where directed managing on specific exercises relating to the procurement of goods, services and works • Engage and support managers by providing guidance on technical procurement matters, including advising on appropriate procurement mechanisms, preparing tender documentation, undertaking tender evaluation including the pre-qualification of suppliers, checking contractual terms/conditions, interviewing, liaising and negotiating with potential suppliers, responding to procurement challenges and producing outcome reports for management, where applicable • Support the client in identifying opportunities through procurement routes to deliver savings, maximise income and deliver continued improvement through the use of its resources. • Promote the most efficient means of procurement activity • Ensure corporate adherence to best practice contract monitoring procedures to ensure that contractors are achieving and evidencing key tasks, outcomes and performance targets set by the clients and have the appropriate work programmes to support them. • Provide periodic reports to Operational Board Team and Senior Management Team outlining contract, procurement and monitoring activity, including financial and contractual performance aspects when directed by the Procurement Manager or Head of Legal and Democratic Services • Ensure the client is compliant with the law in relation to its public procurement activity • Work with the Procurement Manager and Senior Solicitor to ensure that there is a transparent register of contracts and a retendering work schedule covering all significant value transactions for all client activities. • Promote good administration throughout the client in respect of procurement and contract management. • Produce procurement and contract information to meet the requirements of the Transparency Code • When directed by the Procurement Manager, undertake the system owner role for the Delta e-procurement and contract management systems, including development, testing and implementation of upgrades, resolving queries and providing user training. • Undertake any other such other duties as may reasonably be required by the Head of Legal and Democratic Services Skills and Experience • Proven technical experience within public procurement, track record of delivering services across the whole organisation. • MCIPS (minimum level 4) or an equivalent professional qualification. Please note we will also accept those candidates who are working towards the minimum qualification requirement. • Sound working knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations and legislation within public procurement. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a variety of audiences. • Ability to translate technical concepts and provide specialist guidance and advice to others. • Up to date knowledge of external issues (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards etc.) that affect public procurement. • Delivery focussed, with the ability to prioritise and excellent organisational skills

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a S106 Monitoring Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: To assist in the proactive procurement and management of developer contributions through the Section 106 (S106) Agreements and/or Community Infrastructure Levy. Identify and implement stringent S106 monitoring processes with internal and external stakeholders. This should include setting up formal delegated processes for drawing down S106 contributions and monitoring and approving spend by the relevant departments. To respond to key national changes in policy, practice, and legislation governing S106/CIL/National Infrastructure Levy collection, monitoring, spend and reporting. This will include providing assistance and leading on implementing organisational and procedural changes within the Council. Introduce processes to enforce non-compliant S106 developments, including setting up a governance process for securing and allocating S106 funds, and internal officer working groups. Provide assistance and guidance in reviewing and drafting planning policy documents seeking S016 contributions. Monitor all S106 and conditional requirements arising from the operation of London Luton Airport and developments on associated land. Assist planning officers and the Council's Solicitor in negotiation of S106 agreements. You will be responsible to: Analyse, appraise and understand complex S106 and legal agreements. To assist in the proactive procurement and management of developer contributions through the Section 106 (S106) Agreements and/or Community Infrastructure Levy. Being able to understand complex planning applications, conditions and approved drawings. Undertake further analysis and site inspections as appropriate, providing detailed and complex reports and recommendations for the Head of Planning's consideration and presenting reports to Development Control Committee if required. Respond to key national changes in policy, practice, and legislation governing S106/CIL/National Infrastructure Levy collection, monitoring, spend and reporting. Providing assistance and leading on implementing organisational and procedural changes within the Council. Manage guidance to other members of a development control team and ensure that the Division's aims and performance standard are met through cohesive customer focused and professional approach. Manage the introduction of processes to enforce non-compliant S106 developments, including setting up a governance process for securing and allocating S106 funds, and internal officer working groups. Be the expert lead providing general professional and interpretative advice to members of the public, professional advisers and to applicants. Advise, collaborate and negotiate both internally and with external clients / agencies, in the monitoring of S106 agreements and conditions. Manage the introduction of processes to enforce non-compliant S106 developments, including setting up a governance process for securing and allocating S106 funds, and internal officer working groups. Be the expert lead to monitor all S106 and conditional requirements arising from the operation of London Luton Airport and developments on associated land. Skills and Experience: In-depth experience of Planning work in a Local Planning Authority or equivalent experience of monitoring processes particularly in relation to developments or legal agreements Demonstrable experience of general office practices and procedures, particularly in the use of computers Demonstrable communication skills able to deal with internal and external stakeholders Good literacy skills - able to write clear, concise reports Ability to manage a complex caseload or range of projects Able to plan, organise and prioritise own workload to meet targets and deadlines Able to follow and to use own initiative within procedures and guidelines Able to participate in multi-disciplinary working with a range of partners Able to undertake complex analytical investigation, evaluation and judgement, promoting solutions based on detailed specialist knowledge, experience and political sensibility. Able to write and present complex, concise and accurate reports which will contain specialist, technical and strategic information Demonstrable command of the principles and practices of Town Planning and of the Enforcement provisions of the Town and Country Planning Act Demonstrable knowledge of Local Planning Authority responsibilities and duties including Development Control procedures Degree in Town and Country Planning OR equivalent qualification OR equivalent experience Able to attend, traverse and make visual inspections on sites and attend meetings throughout the Borough About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.