Chief Financial Officer Location: National role with regular travel to the Birmingham and Kettering office E ACT is at a pivotal and exciting moment in its journey. As one of England's most ambitious and forward looking multi academy trusts, we now serve over 26,000 pupils across 37 academies, and we are entering a new phase of growth, innovation and national influence. Our work is guided by our Thrive Strategy, built on the conviction that every child in an E ACT academy should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their starting point or background. Following a period of significant organisational transformation and strengthened financial performance, our outgoing CFO, will be transitioning into the role of Deputy CEO. They leave behind a well run, well resourced and sector leading financial operation, giving our new CFO an exceptional platform from which to drive even greater impact. We are now seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This is not a traditional back office finance post. The CFO will play a central role in shaping E ACT's long term financial strategy, supporting our responsible growth ambitions, enabling digital and AI led innovation, and ensuring that every financial decision ultimately improves the life chances of the children and communities we serve. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing, values led trust with real momentum, one that thinks big, does the right thing, shows team spirit and is deeply committed to social mobility and educational excellence. Key responsibilities: Provide strategic financial leadership Ensure robust financial governance Lead financial planning and performance Drive value for money and commercial effectiveness Champion digital transformation Lead and develop the finance and procurement functions Pay range: Competitive Salary. Qualifications and Skills: Professional accountancy qualification Deep financial expertise Strong commercial and analytical skills Digital and systems fluency Leadership and relationship-building Purpose-driven mindset What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer Location: National role with regular travel to the Birmingham and Kettering office E ACT is at a pivotal and exciting moment in its journey. As one of England's most ambitious and forward looking multi academy trusts, we now serve over 26,000 pupils across 37 academies, and we are entering a new phase of growth, innovation and national influence. Our work is guided by our Thrive Strategy, built on the conviction that every child in an E ACT academy should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their starting point or background. Following a period of significant organisational transformation and strengthened financial performance, our outgoing CFO, will be transitioning into the role of Deputy CEO. They leave behind a well run, well resourced and sector leading financial operation, giving our new CFO an exceptional platform from which to drive even greater impact. We are now seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This is not a traditional back office finance post. The CFO will play a central role in shaping E ACT's long term financial strategy, supporting our responsible growth ambitions, enabling digital and AI led innovation, and ensuring that every financial decision ultimately improves the life chances of the children and communities we serve. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing, values led trust with real momentum, one that thinks big, does the right thing, shows team spirit and is deeply committed to social mobility and educational excellence. Key responsibilities: Provide strategic financial leadership Ensure robust financial governance Lead financial planning and performance Drive value for money and commercial effectiveness Champion digital transformation Lead and develop the finance and procurement functions Pay range: Competitive Salary. Qualifications and Skills: Professional accountancy qualification Deep financial expertise Strong commercial and analytical skills Digital and systems fluency Leadership and relationship-building Purpose-driven mindset What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Overview Join us on our journey to empower over a million people to change their behaviours and thrive! At Thrive Tribe we deliver award-winning healthy lifestyle and wellbeing programmes that help people live healthier, happier lives. We are looking for a performance-focused, people-centred Head of Services to lead our Smokefree Hampshire Service to service outcomes and quality of delivery for residents attempting to quit. Your Impact You will be responsible for ensuring Thrive Tribe's Smokefree Hampshire programme delivers measurable health outcomes for local communities. By leading high-performing teams, strengthening commissioner relationships, and driving operational excellence, you will play a critical part in improving population health and securing the long-term success of our regional services. Scope You will lead a team of experienced middle leaders who are responsible for service delivery, marketing and promotion, quality, triage, acute services, and supply chains. Smokefree Hampshire is a part of 3 public health contracts across the region which employs a wider multidisciplinary workforce delivering services in communities across Hampshire. The contracts include services to help residents to stop smoking, lose weight and get active, covering a population of over 1.5 million people and a budget of over £4 million. Role description As a senior operational leader, you will be accountable for Smokefree Hampshire's performance, ensuring services deliver strong outcomes, meet contractual KPIs, and provide an outstanding experience for both service users and staff. You will play a key role in strengthening relationships with commissioners and partners, driving service innovation, and creating the conditions for sustainable contract growth and retention. Like all roles at Thrive Tribe, you can expect your work to be varied, fast-paced, and rewarding. While roles evolve as we grow, the core responsibilities for this position include: Leading Smokefree Hampshire to maintain the ethos and success of Thrive Tribe, building strong relationships with teams, commissioners, stakeholders, and partners in line with our values. Creating a high-performing and positive employee experience for your teams, ensuring Thrive Tribe remains a supportive, engaging, and developmental place to work. Providing strategic leadership across the contract to ensure delivery of contractual KPIs while driving quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Developing the capability of your leadership team to deliver outstanding operational leadership and building a strong succession pipeline to support future growth. Implementing Thrive Tribe's full portfolio of digital, remote, and face-to-face services to ensure programmes remain responsive to client and community needs. Delivering service financial performance, including P&L accountability and effective budget management across services. Supporting the mobilisation of new contracts within your region to ensure services launch successfully and at pace. Working with Business Development colleagues to shape service design, pricing, and the development of competitive national and regional tenders. Collaborating with other Service Leads to ensure a consistent, joined-up approach across regions and service areas. Representing Thrive Tribe at Public Health strategic groups and wider health system forums across the region. Reporting Structure Associate Director of Operations (Hampshire & IoW) Direct reports 6 FTE Departmental Leaders. Requirements We are looking for someone with experience leading the delivery of public or private sector services, managing teams, and overseeing budgets. Building strong, lasting relationships with commissioners and stakeholders is also key to success in this role. We are seeking a natural leader who can develop people and drive performance. Thrive Tribe is a values-led organisation, and our core values guide how we work, support each other, and deliver services for our communities. As a senior leader at Thrive Tribe, you will role model our values and ensure they are embedded in how your teams deliver services and work together: Be The Change: we always try to walk the walk, because taking responsibility for our own wellbeing impacts upon our ability to inspire and influence others. Be Big-Hearted: being generous doesn't just mean contributing our time to improve lives, it's about giving honest feedback and taking the time to say thank you. Be Successful: we love hitting targets and appreciate that we wouldn't be here if we didn't keep our eyes on our KPI's. We want to generate growth, for us and our clients too! Be Happy: recognising the power of a smile, we promote a fun, supportive working environment and relish the opportunity to engage in meaningful work. Be Effective: we encourage out of the box thinking and remain open at all times to new and improved ways of doing things. At Thrive Tribe, we hire as much for attitude and potential as for formal experience. If you feel you are the right fit, we would love to hear from you. Thrive Tribe is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, fair, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Contract & Benefits This is a full-time role, on a permanent contract. Part time applications will be considered dependent on personal circumstances. Salary: circa £52,500 per annum Perks: Every person makes Thrive Tribe the incredible place it is to work and play, together we are unstoppable! Our talented people work hard but we ensure lots of fun is thrown in too! We offer: Regular team events and activities, including ThriveFest and our annual Challenge Weekend (for those who want to put their fitness to the test!). Flexible working - we're serious about life/work balance Tailored health and wellbeing support such as access to life coaching Rewards portal offering discounts on shops, restaurants, and days out Enhanced parental leave 23 days holiday, increasing every year up to a maximum of 29 days (plus Bank Holidays and half an extra day at Christmas!) And last but not least, a day on us to live by our values! Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Wednesday 29th of April 2026 at 17.00pm. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications when we have received enough suitable applicants. To apply: attach your CV and a covering letter (no more than two A4 pages, outlining why you are right for the position) to TeamTailor (the platform you are using). Applicants will be contacted to outline the next stages of the process. Location: our current services in this region are based in Hampshire. We operate a flexible, hybrid working policy. Working from home when not in face to face appointments is encouraged (though you would also be welcome to use one of our offices). There will be times when travel across your region (or to other regions) will be expected (car owner would be helpful). There will be periodic requirements to attend our Thrive Tribe HQ in Stratford, London. We warmly welcome informal conversations about the role before application; please contact our Chief Operating Officer at Thrive Tribe, Andy Emerson on to discuss the role. Please note, the successful applicant will be required to have the right to work in the UK. We believe that every person has the right to thrive at work, which is why we are committed to equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate. Should you require any specific accommodations in the recruitment process please let us know in your application.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Overview Join us on our journey to empower over a million people to change their behaviours and thrive! At Thrive Tribe we deliver award-winning healthy lifestyle and wellbeing programmes that help people live healthier, happier lives. We are looking for a performance-focused, people-centred Head of Services to lead our Smokefree Hampshire Service to service outcomes and quality of delivery for residents attempting to quit. Your Impact You will be responsible for ensuring Thrive Tribe's Smokefree Hampshire programme delivers measurable health outcomes for local communities. By leading high-performing teams, strengthening commissioner relationships, and driving operational excellence, you will play a critical part in improving population health and securing the long-term success of our regional services. Scope You will lead a team of experienced middle leaders who are responsible for service delivery, marketing and promotion, quality, triage, acute services, and supply chains. Smokefree Hampshire is a part of 3 public health contracts across the region which employs a wider multidisciplinary workforce delivering services in communities across Hampshire. The contracts include services to help residents to stop smoking, lose weight and get active, covering a population of over 1.5 million people and a budget of over £4 million. Role description As a senior operational leader, you will be accountable for Smokefree Hampshire's performance, ensuring services deliver strong outcomes, meet contractual KPIs, and provide an outstanding experience for both service users and staff. You will play a key role in strengthening relationships with commissioners and partners, driving service innovation, and creating the conditions for sustainable contract growth and retention. Like all roles at Thrive Tribe, you can expect your work to be varied, fast-paced, and rewarding. While roles evolve as we grow, the core responsibilities for this position include: Leading Smokefree Hampshire to maintain the ethos and success of Thrive Tribe, building strong relationships with teams, commissioners, stakeholders, and partners in line with our values. Creating a high-performing and positive employee experience for your teams, ensuring Thrive Tribe remains a supportive, engaging, and developmental place to work. Providing strategic leadership across the contract to ensure delivery of contractual KPIs while driving quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Developing the capability of your leadership team to deliver outstanding operational leadership and building a strong succession pipeline to support future growth. Implementing Thrive Tribe's full portfolio of digital, remote, and face-to-face services to ensure programmes remain responsive to client and community needs. Delivering service financial performance, including P&L accountability and effective budget management across services. Supporting the mobilisation of new contracts within your region to ensure services launch successfully and at pace. Working with Business Development colleagues to shape service design, pricing, and the development of competitive national and regional tenders. Collaborating with other Service Leads to ensure a consistent, joined-up approach across regions and service areas. Representing Thrive Tribe at Public Health strategic groups and wider health system forums across the region. Reporting Structure Associate Director of Operations (Hampshire & IoW) Direct reports 6 FTE Departmental Leaders. Requirements We are looking for someone with experience leading the delivery of public or private sector services, managing teams, and overseeing budgets. Building strong, lasting relationships with commissioners and stakeholders is also key to success in this role. We are seeking a natural leader who can develop people and drive performance. Thrive Tribe is a values-led organisation, and our core values guide how we work, support each other, and deliver services for our communities. As a senior leader at Thrive Tribe, you will role model our values and ensure they are embedded in how your teams deliver services and work together: Be The Change: we always try to walk the walk, because taking responsibility for our own wellbeing impacts upon our ability to inspire and influence others. Be Big-Hearted: being generous doesn't just mean contributing our time to improve lives, it's about giving honest feedback and taking the time to say thank you. Be Successful: we love hitting targets and appreciate that we wouldn't be here if we didn't keep our eyes on our KPI's. We want to generate growth, for us and our clients too! Be Happy: recognising the power of a smile, we promote a fun, supportive working environment and relish the opportunity to engage in meaningful work. Be Effective: we encourage out of the box thinking and remain open at all times to new and improved ways of doing things. At Thrive Tribe, we hire as much for attitude and potential as for formal experience. If you feel you are the right fit, we would love to hear from you. Thrive Tribe is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, fair, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Contract & Benefits This is a full-time role, on a permanent contract. Part time applications will be considered dependent on personal circumstances. Salary: circa £52,500 per annum Perks: Every person makes Thrive Tribe the incredible place it is to work and play, together we are unstoppable! Our talented people work hard but we ensure lots of fun is thrown in too! We offer: Regular team events and activities, including ThriveFest and our annual Challenge Weekend (for those who want to put their fitness to the test!). Flexible working - we're serious about life/work balance Tailored health and wellbeing support such as access to life coaching Rewards portal offering discounts on shops, restaurants, and days out Enhanced parental leave 23 days holiday, increasing every year up to a maximum of 29 days (plus Bank Holidays and half an extra day at Christmas!) And last but not least, a day on us to live by our values! Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Wednesday 29th of April 2026 at 17.00pm. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications when we have received enough suitable applicants. To apply: attach your CV and a covering letter (no more than two A4 pages, outlining why you are right for the position) to TeamTailor (the platform you are using). Applicants will be contacted to outline the next stages of the process. Location: our current services in this region are based in Hampshire. We operate a flexible, hybrid working policy. Working from home when not in face to face appointments is encouraged (though you would also be welcome to use one of our offices). There will be times when travel across your region (or to other regions) will be expected (car owner would be helpful). There will be periodic requirements to attend our Thrive Tribe HQ in Stratford, London. We warmly welcome informal conversations about the role before application; please contact our Chief Operating Officer at Thrive Tribe, Andy Emerson on to discuss the role. Please note, the successful applicant will be required to have the right to work in the UK. We believe that every person has the right to thrive at work, which is why we are committed to equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate. Should you require any specific accommodations in the recruitment process please let us know in your application.
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Interim Chief Financial Officer (6 Month FTC) Bristol £100,000-£110,000 Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level. The Opportunity This hands on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time. You'll lead and stabilise the finance function while: Driving the team through a pending audit Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams. What We're Looking For Proven interim CFO or 1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial) Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands on when needed Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quickly Location & Contract Bristol based office, with hybrid working Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings Initial 6 month fixed term contract £100,000-£110,000 For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Interim Chief Financial Officer (6 Month FTC) Bristol £100,000-£110,000 Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level. The Opportunity This hands on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time. You'll lead and stabilise the finance function while: Driving the team through a pending audit Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams. What We're Looking For Proven interim CFO or 1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial) Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands on when needed Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quickly Location & Contract Bristol based office, with hybrid working Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings Initial 6 month fixed term contract £100,000-£110,000 For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol
Interim Audit Coordinator - 3 months Huntress are currently recruiting for an Interim Audit Coordinator to support and coordinate our clients 2026 annual audit process. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will play a key part in ensuring a smooth, accurate, and well-controlled audit. You will act as the primary day-to-day contact for external auditors, while taking ownership of the preparation, review, and reconciliation of key financial information. This position is ideally suited to someone with audit experience who is confident not only in managing audit requests, but also in validating the integrity of the underlying numbers. Key Responsibilities Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the annual audit Act as the main point of contact for auditors on routine queries Manage and track the Prepared By Client (PBC) request list Prepare, review, and reconcile balance sheet accounts Check the accuracy and completeness of financial data provided for audit Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Ensure all schedules are fully supported and audit-ready Perform variance analysis and sense-check key balances Maintain consistency between trial balance, schedules, and supporting data Audit Delivery Prepare high-quality audit schedules and supporting documentation Liaise with internal teams to gather accurate and complete information Maintain a clear and structured audit tracker Identify gaps early and escalate to the CFO where necessary Ensure all audit requests are delivered clearly, accurately, and on time Requirements Experience Required Prior experience in external audit (practice) or strong audit exposure in industry (essential) Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Proven ability to check, challenge, and validate financial data Strong Excel skills High attention to detail and a methodical approach Confident communicator, able to follow up and challenge where needed Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Additional Requirements : Immediately Available - Target Start Date 5th May Must be able and prepared to commit to a minimum of 3 months 2-5 years' experience in audit (practice) or similar environment ACCA / ACA part-qualified or recently qualified Comfortable working in a structured, deadline-driven environment Additional Information Systems experience (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central) is advantageous but not essential Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 25, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Audit Coordinator - 3 months Huntress are currently recruiting for an Interim Audit Coordinator to support and coordinate our clients 2026 annual audit process. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will play a key part in ensuring a smooth, accurate, and well-controlled audit. You will act as the primary day-to-day contact for external auditors, while taking ownership of the preparation, review, and reconciliation of key financial information. This position is ideally suited to someone with audit experience who is confident not only in managing audit requests, but also in validating the integrity of the underlying numbers. Key Responsibilities Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the annual audit Act as the main point of contact for auditors on routine queries Manage and track the Prepared By Client (PBC) request list Prepare, review, and reconcile balance sheet accounts Check the accuracy and completeness of financial data provided for audit Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Ensure all schedules are fully supported and audit-ready Perform variance analysis and sense-check key balances Maintain consistency between trial balance, schedules, and supporting data Audit Delivery Prepare high-quality audit schedules and supporting documentation Liaise with internal teams to gather accurate and complete information Maintain a clear and structured audit tracker Identify gaps early and escalate to the CFO where necessary Ensure all audit requests are delivered clearly, accurately, and on time Requirements Experience Required Prior experience in external audit (practice) or strong audit exposure in industry (essential) Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Proven ability to check, challenge, and validate financial data Strong Excel skills High attention to detail and a methodical approach Confident communicator, able to follow up and challenge where needed Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Additional Requirements : Immediately Available - Target Start Date 5th May Must be able and prepared to commit to a minimum of 3 months 2-5 years' experience in audit (practice) or similar environment ACCA / ACA part-qualified or recently qualified Comfortable working in a structured, deadline-driven environment Additional Information Systems experience (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central) is advantageous but not essential Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
About the job This is a great opportunity for a talented EA with previous experience supporting a CFO/ finance department. You will be responsible for providing professional and confidential administrative support to the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in their role as a Board Director and as Company Secretary. There is also an Office Manager element to the role which is based in stunning offices in central London. You should be comfortable working with senior people in a professional and organised manner, providing support and input as required to contribute to the smooth running of the Chief Financial Officer's offices. You will also be involved in organising associated meetings, including the Audit & Risk Committee, the Finance Committee, and various regulatory obligations. The ideal candidate will provide top-level assistance, be well-organized and be comfortable scheduling meetings and responding to emails on the executive's behalf. There is also the opportunity for project work, should this be of interest. Responsibilities Calendar management Aid executive in preparing for meetings Responding to emails and document requests on behalf of the CFO Draft slides, meeting notes and documents Dealing with all highly confidential or sensitive information in an appropriate manner Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience desired but not essential A financial qualification desired but not essential Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Experience in managing multiple priorities, administrative coordination, and logistics Well-organised, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task with great follow-up skills Strong written and verbal communication skills
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
About the job This is a great opportunity for a talented EA with previous experience supporting a CFO/ finance department. You will be responsible for providing professional and confidential administrative support to the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in their role as a Board Director and as Company Secretary. There is also an Office Manager element to the role which is based in stunning offices in central London. You should be comfortable working with senior people in a professional and organised manner, providing support and input as required to contribute to the smooth running of the Chief Financial Officer's offices. You will also be involved in organising associated meetings, including the Audit & Risk Committee, the Finance Committee, and various regulatory obligations. The ideal candidate will provide top-level assistance, be well-organized and be comfortable scheduling meetings and responding to emails on the executive's behalf. There is also the opportunity for project work, should this be of interest. Responsibilities Calendar management Aid executive in preparing for meetings Responding to emails and document requests on behalf of the CFO Draft slides, meeting notes and documents Dealing with all highly confidential or sensitive information in an appropriate manner Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience desired but not essential A financial qualification desired but not essential Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Experience in managing multiple priorities, administrative coordination, and logistics Well-organised, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task with great follow-up skills Strong written and verbal communication skills
Company The Group is based in north west London and encompasses varied activities from Medical, Sports, Hospitality, Leisure and Property. If you are looking for a role to really make your own, we think there s nowhere better than joining this dynamic business and where you will get an opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our clients team in London. You will be responsible for overseeing a football entity and several property companies. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is looking to develop the career and experience. You will need a solid accounting background perhaps you are part-qualified ACCA or CIMA accountant. Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. This role will be based FULL-TIME in the office. Role The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including: Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments. Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials. Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership. Maintain the fixed asset register accurately. Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting. Track and report on CapEx projects. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes. Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business. Profile The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes: Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs. Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations. Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Confident with Excel
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Company The Group is based in north west London and encompasses varied activities from Medical, Sports, Hospitality, Leisure and Property. If you are looking for a role to really make your own, we think there s nowhere better than joining this dynamic business and where you will get an opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our clients team in London. You will be responsible for overseeing a football entity and several property companies. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is looking to develop the career and experience. You will need a solid accounting background perhaps you are part-qualified ACCA or CIMA accountant. Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. This role will be based FULL-TIME in the office. Role The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including: Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments. Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials. Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership. Maintain the fixed asset register accurately. Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting. Track and report on CapEx projects. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes. Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business. Profile The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes: Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs. Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations. Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Confident with Excel
Financial Risk Transformation Consultant / Senior Consultant Location: London (Hybrid) Practice Area: Financial Crime, Risk, Regulation & Finance Transformation Type: Permanent Lead meaningful risk transformation at the heart of financial services The Role Capco is seeking Financial Risk Consultants and Senior Consultants to join our growing FRRF capability. You'll advise clients on regulatory frameworks, optimise risk controls, and lead transformation in support of Chief Risk Officers. This is a chance to deliver complex, high-impact work across credit, market, liquidity, and capital risks. What You'll Do Deliver advisory and implementation projects related to Basel, IFRS9, BCBS-239, and other key regulations Support risk control improvements, regulatory change, and data-driven risk reporting and modelling Evaluate client risk practices and define opportunities for process enhancement Facilitate collaboration across departments such as credit risk, legal, IT, and finance Contribute to internal capability building, business development, and risk thought leadership What We're Looking For Experience in risk and regulatory change within financial services Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Basel, IFRS9, BCBS-239), especially for credit, market, liquidity, and capital risks Practical exposure to risk assessments, target operating model design, and control implementation Ability to analyse emerging risk trends and recommend actionable improvements Clear communication skills and the ability to advise stakeholders across all levels Bonus Points For Track record of delivery as a Project Manager or Business Analyst Confidence presenting to senior audiences and influencing across functions Experience working on data, technology, or model-driven risk solutions Contributions to risk frameworks, control evaluation, or TOM design For senior candidates: people leadership, proposition design, and client development Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy Core Benefits Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. Minimum 40 hours of training annually: workshops, certifications, e-learning, business coaching. Convenient online GP services. Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance. Inclusion at Capco We're committed to a barrier free, inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know we'll be happy to help. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. At Capco, we value the difference you make, and the differences that make you. Our culture champions diversity, equity and inclusivity, and we bring a collaborative mindset to our partnerships with clients and colleagues. Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Financial Risk Transformation Consultant / Senior Consultant Location: London (Hybrid) Practice Area: Financial Crime, Risk, Regulation & Finance Transformation Type: Permanent Lead meaningful risk transformation at the heart of financial services The Role Capco is seeking Financial Risk Consultants and Senior Consultants to join our growing FRRF capability. You'll advise clients on regulatory frameworks, optimise risk controls, and lead transformation in support of Chief Risk Officers. This is a chance to deliver complex, high-impact work across credit, market, liquidity, and capital risks. What You'll Do Deliver advisory and implementation projects related to Basel, IFRS9, BCBS-239, and other key regulations Support risk control improvements, regulatory change, and data-driven risk reporting and modelling Evaluate client risk practices and define opportunities for process enhancement Facilitate collaboration across departments such as credit risk, legal, IT, and finance Contribute to internal capability building, business development, and risk thought leadership What We're Looking For Experience in risk and regulatory change within financial services Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (Basel, IFRS9, BCBS-239), especially for credit, market, liquidity, and capital risks Practical exposure to risk assessments, target operating model design, and control implementation Ability to analyse emerging risk trends and recommend actionable improvements Clear communication skills and the ability to advise stakeholders across all levels Bonus Points For Track record of delivery as a Project Manager or Business Analyst Confidence presenting to senior audiences and influencing across functions Experience working on data, technology, or model-driven risk solutions Contributions to risk frameworks, control evaluation, or TOM design For senior candidates: people leadership, proposition design, and client development Why Join Capco Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy Core Benefits Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. Minimum 40 hours of training annually: workshops, certifications, e-learning, business coaching. Convenient online GP services. Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance. Inclusion at Capco We're committed to a barrier free, inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know we'll be happy to help. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. At Capco, we value the difference you make, and the differences that make you. Our culture champions diversity, equity and inclusivity, and we bring a collaborative mindset to our partnerships with clients and colleagues. Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.
Group Director of Governance & Assurance And Company Secretary Stonewater Stonewater is one of the UK's leading social housing providers. We manage around 40,000 homes for more than 93,000 customers and are financially strong, ambitious and values driven. With a long term A+ credit rating and a G1/V2 governance and viability rating, we are a major national provider with a clear social purpose and a complex, growing group structure. As we deliver our Strategic Plan to 2030, we are undertaking significant and complex work to deliver our three core objectives: Customer-centred services - providing customer-centred services that are proactive and efficient, and that help us to retain and attract customers. Quality homes and neighbourhoods - we will supply, manage, and maintain homes and neighbourhoods that are safe, connected, efficient, affordable, and flexible. Maximising value - we will maximise the value we provide to our customers and communities through decision making and initiatives that support environmental and social sustainability. Against an increasingly challenging regulatory and operating environment, the Director of Governance & Assurance and Company Secretary will be a trusted adviser to our Board and Executive, and a key enabler of confident, well judged leadership across the Group. We are seeking a highly credible governance professional with senior company secretarial experience in a large, complex and regulated environment. You will bring a strong understanding of company, charity and community benefit society law, regulatory frameworks relevant to registered providers, and experience of strategic planning, performance and risk management. This is a unique, organisation wide role, combining Company Secretary to the Stonewater Group with Senior Risk Officer responsibility. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, with independent access to the Board Chair, Chief Executive and Risk & Assurance Committee Chair, you will ensure Stonewater and its subsidiaries operate within legal, regulatory and constitutional requirements, and that robust decision making, risk management and assurance arrangements are in place across the Group. Calm, authoritative and collaborative, able to build effective relationships, you will be a trusted adviser to the Chair, Board and non executives, providing high quality governance support, insight and challenge, across the Board, executive and wider organisation. This is a rare opportunity to shape and safeguard the governance of one of the sector's most forward thinking housing organisations, ensuring Stonewater continues to operate with excellence, probity and ambition as it delivers for customers and communities. For further information please click Apply or for a confidential conversation call. Jude Watters on / Simon Wing on / Rosie Gunn on / Closing date: 9am Thursday 14th May 2026
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Group Director of Governance & Assurance And Company Secretary Stonewater Stonewater is one of the UK's leading social housing providers. We manage around 40,000 homes for more than 93,000 customers and are financially strong, ambitious and values driven. With a long term A+ credit rating and a G1/V2 governance and viability rating, we are a major national provider with a clear social purpose and a complex, growing group structure. As we deliver our Strategic Plan to 2030, we are undertaking significant and complex work to deliver our three core objectives: Customer-centred services - providing customer-centred services that are proactive and efficient, and that help us to retain and attract customers. Quality homes and neighbourhoods - we will supply, manage, and maintain homes and neighbourhoods that are safe, connected, efficient, affordable, and flexible. Maximising value - we will maximise the value we provide to our customers and communities through decision making and initiatives that support environmental and social sustainability. Against an increasingly challenging regulatory and operating environment, the Director of Governance & Assurance and Company Secretary will be a trusted adviser to our Board and Executive, and a key enabler of confident, well judged leadership across the Group. We are seeking a highly credible governance professional with senior company secretarial experience in a large, complex and regulated environment. You will bring a strong understanding of company, charity and community benefit society law, regulatory frameworks relevant to registered providers, and experience of strategic planning, performance and risk management. This is a unique, organisation wide role, combining Company Secretary to the Stonewater Group with Senior Risk Officer responsibility. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, with independent access to the Board Chair, Chief Executive and Risk & Assurance Committee Chair, you will ensure Stonewater and its subsidiaries operate within legal, regulatory and constitutional requirements, and that robust decision making, risk management and assurance arrangements are in place across the Group. Calm, authoritative and collaborative, able to build effective relationships, you will be a trusted adviser to the Chair, Board and non executives, providing high quality governance support, insight and challenge, across the Board, executive and wider organisation. This is a rare opportunity to shape and safeguard the governance of one of the sector's most forward thinking housing organisations, ensuring Stonewater continues to operate with excellence, probity and ambition as it delivers for customers and communities. For further information please click Apply or for a confidential conversation call. Jude Watters on / Simon Wing on / Rosie Gunn on / Closing date: 9am Thursday 14th May 2026
I am currently recruiting for a Section 151/Deputy Chief Executive for a local authority in the South of England. The role will be for 6 months and will be paying up to 900 p/day. The client is looking for someone on a part time basis (3 days p/week) and the successful candidate will be required to go in to the office at least 1 day p/week. Key duties include on taking the 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 Person Specification Fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. 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 and able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. If you are interested in this role, please get in touch to find out more.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
I am currently recruiting for a Section 151/Deputy Chief Executive for a local authority in the South of England. The role will be for 6 months and will be paying up to 900 p/day. The client is looking for someone on a part time basis (3 days p/week) and the successful candidate will be required to go in to the office at least 1 day p/week. Key duties include on taking the 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 Person Specification Fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. 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 and able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. If you are interested in this role, please get in touch to find out more.
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
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
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
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.
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
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.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) East Northamptonshire Competitive Salary + Executive Benefits Our client, a leading and highly respected engineering firm based in East Northamptonshire, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team. This newly created role reflects a period of sustained growth and expansion across a group of companies. This is a senior level opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deliver financial strategy aligned to business objectives • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across the group • Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and governance • Provide strategic financial insight to support senior decision-making • Manage accounting, audits, and internal controls • Lead and develop the finance team • Manage relationships with banks, investors, and external advisors • Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue growth About You: • Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role (CFO/FD level) • Strong technical expertise in financial accounting and reporting standards • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen • Able to communicate complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • Demonstrated leadership and team management capability • High levels of integrity and professionalism Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or project-based environments is advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-driven, innovative engineering group at an exciting stage of its growth journey. Contact us in confidence for further information.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) East Northamptonshire Competitive Salary + Executive Benefits Our client, a leading and highly respected engineering firm based in East Northamptonshire, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team. This newly created role reflects a period of sustained growth and expansion across a group of companies. This is a senior level opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deliver financial strategy aligned to business objectives • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across the group • Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and governance • Provide strategic financial insight to support senior decision-making • Manage accounting, audits, and internal controls • Lead and develop the finance team • Manage relationships with banks, investors, and external advisors • Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and revenue growth About You: • Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role (CFO/FD level) • Strong technical expertise in financial accounting and reporting standards • Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen • Able to communicate complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders • Demonstrated leadership and team management capability • High levels of integrity and professionalism Experience within engineering, manufacturing, or project-based environments is advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to join a quality-driven, innovative engineering group at an exciting stage of its growth journey. Contact us in confidence for further information.
As a Fundraising and Awareness Officer she will help Pathway to achieve the ambitious income generation targets set by the Board so that we can continue to support clients with the lifesaving services we deliver. She will lead and shape the drive to build new and maintain existing relationships within the community to generate fundraising opportunities and raise funds with supporters by building great connections and relationships. She will lead on engagement with businesses to ensure we have a steady flow of business support and engagement by building solid relationships that re mutually beneficial. She will have the scope to be creative with fundraising and awareness ideas and lead on the delivery of these with colleagues. About Pathway Project We are a domestic and sexual abuse service based in Lichfield & Tamworth, Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services and run two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and support to all who need us. Pathway Project believes in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Why work for us? Pathway Project is an inspiring place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are have a bold new strategy, refreshed values and a passion for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey. We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority or under-represented groups. We offer the following benefits: 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata) A competitive pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role. Key Responsibilities 1. Income Generation Maximise fundraising and revenue opportunities through community engagement delivering a number of community based initiatives to generate income over the year. Lead on delivery of the fundraising strategy to maximise funding opportunities. Developing Business links to encourage fundraising from the business community & to develop lasting partnerships. Research trust and foundations and write targeted applications to support our work and achieve fundraising targets. Use your passion and creativity to identify innovative ways to attract funding that we can then deploy. Work with volunteers to create a fundraising team who will deliver income generation activities. Manage the income generation activities and income generation steams and monitor them for efficiency and value. Proactively research and identify suitable local events, fairs, and community activities where the charity can have a presence. Manage the full process of registering the organisation for these events, including submitting applications and arranging any required payments. Complete and submit all necessary risk assessments or compliance documentation to ensure safe and accountable participation. Plan, create, and deliver a range of internal fundraising events that engage supporters, promote the charity s mission, and generate income. Coordinate all aspects of event delivery, including logistics, promotion, volunteer involvement, and post event evaluation. 2. Awareness Leading on publicity/awareness raising campaigns throughout the year and working with the Social Media Officer to deliver new interesting activities. Develop links into the local community which can be used to raise awareness, generate income and deliver activities or events. Give a range of talks and presentations to local organisations to increase awareness and support for Pathway that will then generate income opportunities. Participate in networking opportunities. 3. General Duties Work with the Volunteer Officer to create a cohesive team of fundraising volunteers who will support events and activities to generate income. Help to support and train volunteers / peer mentors in gaining experience and skills so they are confident to deliver fundraising activities without staff support. To manage and maintain effective records of activities and income generated so this can be evaluated. To record and manage donations of goods and services as well as gift vouchers so we have accurate records of usage Lead on standard merchandise production and of items such as pens and other logo items as well as the hidden phone number items. Be the primary point of contact for all promotional or networking opportunities and working with the Head of Enabling Services and the CEO to maintain those relationships. Act in a professional manner in a way that reflects Pathway s overall aims and values Attend meetings where appropriate both independently and with colleagues. Person Specification Essential Clean Driving License. Able to network and make pivotal contacts. Ability to make cold calls and initiate meetings with companies etc. Experience of managing multiple projects at any one time. Experience in raising funds for Charities. Desirable Experience in delivering large fundraising events. Experience in corporate giving. Experience of networking. Experience of Gift Aid. Familiarity with payment platforms such as PayPal, Zettle or Enthuse. This role description cannot cover every eventuality or task that may arise within this position and the post holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with the role. Other information: Pathway Project is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes diversity across our services. All employees are required to adhere to our Equality & Diversity policies and to challenge discrimination wherever it is appropriate. Safeguarding Statement Pathway Project is committed to safeguarding the vulnerable adults and children who we work with. We have a range of policies and procedures in place to support us to promote a Safeguarding culture and safe working practices. Pathway Project will employ a safer recruitment process which will include disclosure and baring service checks where applicable and references for all posts. We strive to be as inclusive as possible and look to recruit individuals with the right skills, experience and attitude, however, for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9). The role is subject to a 6 month probationary period.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
As a Fundraising and Awareness Officer she will help Pathway to achieve the ambitious income generation targets set by the Board so that we can continue to support clients with the lifesaving services we deliver. She will lead and shape the drive to build new and maintain existing relationships within the community to generate fundraising opportunities and raise funds with supporters by building great connections and relationships. She will lead on engagement with businesses to ensure we have a steady flow of business support and engagement by building solid relationships that re mutually beneficial. She will have the scope to be creative with fundraising and awareness ideas and lead on the delivery of these with colleagues. About Pathway Project We are a domestic and sexual abuse service based in Lichfield & Tamworth, Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services and run two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and support to all who need us. Pathway Project believes in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Why work for us? Pathway Project is an inspiring place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are have a bold new strategy, refreshed values and a passion for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey. We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority or under-represented groups. We offer the following benefits: 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata) A competitive pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role. Key Responsibilities 1. Income Generation Maximise fundraising and revenue opportunities through community engagement delivering a number of community based initiatives to generate income over the year. Lead on delivery of the fundraising strategy to maximise funding opportunities. Developing Business links to encourage fundraising from the business community & to develop lasting partnerships. Research trust and foundations and write targeted applications to support our work and achieve fundraising targets. Use your passion and creativity to identify innovative ways to attract funding that we can then deploy. Work with volunteers to create a fundraising team who will deliver income generation activities. Manage the income generation activities and income generation steams and monitor them for efficiency and value. Proactively research and identify suitable local events, fairs, and community activities where the charity can have a presence. Manage the full process of registering the organisation for these events, including submitting applications and arranging any required payments. Complete and submit all necessary risk assessments or compliance documentation to ensure safe and accountable participation. Plan, create, and deliver a range of internal fundraising events that engage supporters, promote the charity s mission, and generate income. Coordinate all aspects of event delivery, including logistics, promotion, volunteer involvement, and post event evaluation. 2. Awareness Leading on publicity/awareness raising campaigns throughout the year and working with the Social Media Officer to deliver new interesting activities. Develop links into the local community which can be used to raise awareness, generate income and deliver activities or events. Give a range of talks and presentations to local organisations to increase awareness and support for Pathway that will then generate income opportunities. Participate in networking opportunities. 3. General Duties Work with the Volunteer Officer to create a cohesive team of fundraising volunteers who will support events and activities to generate income. Help to support and train volunteers / peer mentors in gaining experience and skills so they are confident to deliver fundraising activities without staff support. To manage and maintain effective records of activities and income generated so this can be evaluated. To record and manage donations of goods and services as well as gift vouchers so we have accurate records of usage Lead on standard merchandise production and of items such as pens and other logo items as well as the hidden phone number items. Be the primary point of contact for all promotional or networking opportunities and working with the Head of Enabling Services and the CEO to maintain those relationships. Act in a professional manner in a way that reflects Pathway s overall aims and values Attend meetings where appropriate both independently and with colleagues. Person Specification Essential Clean Driving License. Able to network and make pivotal contacts. Ability to make cold calls and initiate meetings with companies etc. Experience of managing multiple projects at any one time. Experience in raising funds for Charities. Desirable Experience in delivering large fundraising events. Experience in corporate giving. Experience of networking. Experience of Gift Aid. Familiarity with payment platforms such as PayPal, Zettle or Enthuse. This role description cannot cover every eventuality or task that may arise within this position and the post holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with the role. Other information: Pathway Project is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes diversity across our services. All employees are required to adhere to our Equality & Diversity policies and to challenge discrimination wherever it is appropriate. Safeguarding Statement Pathway Project is committed to safeguarding the vulnerable adults and children who we work with. We have a range of policies and procedures in place to support us to promote a Safeguarding culture and safe working practices. Pathway Project will employ a safer recruitment process which will include disclosure and baring service checks where applicable and references for all posts. We strive to be as inclusive as possible and look to recruit individuals with the right skills, experience and attitude, however, for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9). The role is subject to a 6 month probationary period.
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.
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
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.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Engineering Manager - Software & ML About this role We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager who brings a solid foundation in modern development and some experience with Machine Learning environments . You'll lead and grow a team that builds the core software powering our data-driven financial products, ensuring our models are integrated into seamless, consumer-facing experiences. What you'll do Lead & Scale: Support a cross-functional group of engineers to design, develop, and integrate software features that are vital to the lives of credit card consumers. Nurture Talent: Coach and nurture your engineers, including those working on ML integration to achieve their technical, business, and personal goals. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with Product Managers and Data Scientists to ensure ML models are effectively integrated into our production software. Build Robust Systems: Oversee the development of platforms that are performant, secure, and capable of handling the unique deployment needs of AI-powered features. Optimize Delivery: Enhance engineering and agile processes, ensuring that model updates and software releases move in sync. What we're looking for Leadership Excellence: Proven experience leading and supporting software engineering teams to achieve business goals. Technical Breadth: Excellent knowledge of RESTful API development in modern languages (Java, Python, or .Net) and experience with Cloud environments (AWS or Azure). AI Awareness: You aren't necessarily a researcher, but you have expectations of how AI fits into the stack . You understand the basics of model inference, data requirements, and how to manage the non-deterministic nature of AI. Strategic Thinking: Comfortable making technical trade-offs between the need for rapid experimentation and long-term architectural stability. Collaborative Mindset: Ability to communicate effectively across engineering teams to maximize inner-sourcing and reduce technical debt. What you'll get to learn ML Integration at Scale: How to take machine learning models out of the lab and into a high-concurrency production environment. Regulated AI: Navigating the complexities of fairness and transparency in a regulated financial landscape. Cloud Evolution: Deepening your expertise in AWS/Cloud native tools that support modern intelligent applications. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in either our London or Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model. You'll be based in the office 3 days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) to foster team connection and collaboration. What's in it for you Innovation Time: We give you 10% of your time to work on cutting-edge projects-whether that's exploring new AI frameworks or building internal tools. Growth: Access to Capital One University and external training to help you grow as both a leader and a technical strategist. Total Reward: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and immediate access to core benefits (pension, private medical, and generous holiday). World-Class Facilities: From our Nottingham gym and music rooms to our London rooftop running track and premium coffee bars. Our Commitment to Diversity We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. We partner with organisations like Women in Tech and Stonewall to ensure we build teams that reflect the customers we serve. We offer a host of internal networks including REACH (Race Equality and Culture Heritage), OutFront (LGBTQ+ support), and Mind Your Mind . Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Engineering Manager - Software & ML About this role We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager who brings a solid foundation in modern development and some experience with Machine Learning environments . You'll lead and grow a team that builds the core software powering our data-driven financial products, ensuring our models are integrated into seamless, consumer-facing experiences. What you'll do Lead & Scale: Support a cross-functional group of engineers to design, develop, and integrate software features that are vital to the lives of credit card consumers. Nurture Talent: Coach and nurture your engineers, including those working on ML integration to achieve their technical, business, and personal goals. Bridge the Gap: Collaborate with Product Managers and Data Scientists to ensure ML models are effectively integrated into our production software. Build Robust Systems: Oversee the development of platforms that are performant, secure, and capable of handling the unique deployment needs of AI-powered features. Optimize Delivery: Enhance engineering and agile processes, ensuring that model updates and software releases move in sync. What we're looking for Leadership Excellence: Proven experience leading and supporting software engineering teams to achieve business goals. Technical Breadth: Excellent knowledge of RESTful API development in modern languages (Java, Python, or .Net) and experience with Cloud environments (AWS or Azure). AI Awareness: You aren't necessarily a researcher, but you have expectations of how AI fits into the stack . You understand the basics of model inference, data requirements, and how to manage the non-deterministic nature of AI. Strategic Thinking: Comfortable making technical trade-offs between the need for rapid experimentation and long-term architectural stability. Collaborative Mindset: Ability to communicate effectively across engineering teams to maximize inner-sourcing and reduce technical debt. What you'll get to learn ML Integration at Scale: How to take machine learning models out of the lab and into a high-concurrency production environment. Regulated AI: Navigating the complexities of fairness and transparency in a regulated financial landscape. Cloud Evolution: Deepening your expertise in AWS/Cloud native tools that support modern intelligent applications. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in either our London or Nottingham offices. We have a hybrid working model. You'll be based in the office 3 days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) to foster team connection and collaboration. What's in it for you Innovation Time: We give you 10% of your time to work on cutting-edge projects-whether that's exploring new AI frameworks or building internal tools. Growth: Access to Capital One University and external training to help you grow as both a leader and a technical strategist. Total Reward: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and immediate access to core benefits (pension, private medical, and generous holiday). World-Class Facilities: From our Nottingham gym and music rooms to our London rooftop running track and premium coffee bars. Our Commitment to Diversity We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. We partner with organisations like Women in Tech and Stonewall to ensure we build teams that reflect the customers we serve. We offer a host of internal networks including REACH (Race Equality and Culture Heritage), OutFront (LGBTQ+ support), and Mind Your Mind . Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Chief Executive Officer We are seeking an inspiring, values driven Chief Executive Officer to lead a trusted women's charity into its next chapter, strengthening impact, income and community influence. Salary: £55,000-£60,000 FTE (pro rata, DOE) Location: Holloway, London (hybrid working) Hours: 0.8 (some flexibility) Contract: Permanent Closing date: 29th April 2026 Interview dates: Teams Interview - 1st May 2026 / 2nd Interview 5th May on site About the role This is a unique opportunity to lead a well established, community rooted women's organisation with over 40 years of history. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight and external representation, working closely with a committed Board of Trustees. You will balance long term strategic thinking with hands on delivery, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well governed and responsive to the women it supports. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering a clear organisational strategy aligned to the charity's mission and values Leading, motivating and supporting a small, dedicated team Ensuring strong governance, safeguarding, compliance and operational systems Support high quality, person centred service delivery and impact through strategic oversight and delegation. Leading income generation across trusts, foundations, corporates, earned income and individual giving also including pitching to major donors and relationship building with communities Managing budgets, financial planning and organisational resources Acting as an ambassador and advocate, building partnerships across local VCS and local authorities Raising the organisation's profile, influence and reach locally and beyond About you You will be a confident, emotionally intelligent leader with senior level experience in the charity, community or related sectors. You are values led, collaborative and motivated by social justice, with the ability to inspire others and lead effectively through complexity. You will bring: Proven experience of strategic leadership, organisational development and growth A strong track record of fundraising and financial management Experience of working effectively with a Board of Trustees Excellent communication, influencing and partnership building skills A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting marginalised communities The ability to thrive in a small organisation, balancing strategy with delivery Experience in community services, welfare advice or working with women facing multiple disadvantage is welcomed but not essential. About the organisation The charity is a women only organisation based in North London with more than 40 years of history. It was established by women supporting one another through hardship and isolation and has since evolved to serve a diverse range of communities across London. Today, the organisation supports women facing poverty, insecure immigration status, domestic abuse, ill health and social exclusion. It provides a safe, welcoming space where women are listened to, supported and empowered to improve their wellbeing and independence. Please note: This is a women only role under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. DBS and right to work checks will apply. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Director, Managing Director, Executive Director, Charity Director, Head of Operations, Head of Services, Director of Communities, Director of Programmes, Deputy CEO, Strategic Lead. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer We are seeking an inspiring, values driven Chief Executive Officer to lead a trusted women's charity into its next chapter, strengthening impact, income and community influence. Salary: £55,000-£60,000 FTE (pro rata, DOE) Location: Holloway, London (hybrid working) Hours: 0.8 (some flexibility) Contract: Permanent Closing date: 29th April 2026 Interview dates: Teams Interview - 1st May 2026 / 2nd Interview 5th May on site About the role This is a unique opportunity to lead a well established, community rooted women's organisation with over 40 years of history. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight and external representation, working closely with a committed Board of Trustees. You will balance long term strategic thinking with hands on delivery, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well governed and responsive to the women it supports. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering a clear organisational strategy aligned to the charity's mission and values Leading, motivating and supporting a small, dedicated team Ensuring strong governance, safeguarding, compliance and operational systems Support high quality, person centred service delivery and impact through strategic oversight and delegation. Leading income generation across trusts, foundations, corporates, earned income and individual giving also including pitching to major donors and relationship building with communities Managing budgets, financial planning and organisational resources Acting as an ambassador and advocate, building partnerships across local VCS and local authorities Raising the organisation's profile, influence and reach locally and beyond About you You will be a confident, emotionally intelligent leader with senior level experience in the charity, community or related sectors. You are values led, collaborative and motivated by social justice, with the ability to inspire others and lead effectively through complexity. You will bring: Proven experience of strategic leadership, organisational development and growth A strong track record of fundraising and financial management Experience of working effectively with a Board of Trustees Excellent communication, influencing and partnership building skills A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting marginalised communities The ability to thrive in a small organisation, balancing strategy with delivery Experience in community services, welfare advice or working with women facing multiple disadvantage is welcomed but not essential. About the organisation The charity is a women only organisation based in North London with more than 40 years of history. It was established by women supporting one another through hardship and isolation and has since evolved to serve a diverse range of communities across London. Today, the organisation supports women facing poverty, insecure immigration status, domestic abuse, ill health and social exclusion. It provides a safe, welcoming space where women are listened to, supported and empowered to improve their wellbeing and independence. Please note: This is a women only role under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. DBS and right to work checks will apply. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Director, Managing Director, Executive Director, Charity Director, Head of Operations, Head of Services, Director of Communities, Director of Programmes, Deputy CEO, Strategic Lead. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. 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Caroline Chisholm School is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Chief Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead transformation, and support the school s evolution Caroline Chisholm School is a high-achieving, values-led all-through school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, staff engagement, and community impact. Already operating at a scale and complexity comparable to a multi-academy trust, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with plans to expand into primary provision and formally develop as a MAT. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team and play a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational transformation, and long-term strategic growth. The role Partner with the Principal, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver a long-term financial strategy, supporting the school s growth ambitions. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across a complex and evolving organisation, ensuring strong financial control and sustainability. Take ownership of a significant transformation agenda, including digital system implementation (Bromcom), contract optimisation, and operational redesign. Support with the operational re-design of financial systems providing strategic oversight of major projects such as introduction of Bromcom for financial processes, ensuring robust due diligence, and stakeholder management. Act as a key advisor to Trustees, auditors and external stakeholders including the DfE and Local Authority. Drive value for money through effective procurement, contract negotiation and cost optimisation initiatives. Lead and develop the finance function, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and forward-thinking team culture. Support wider organisational leadership, overseeing linked operational areas including IT and educational visits. Identify opportunities for income generation, funding and financial innovation to support future growth. The organisation Caroline Chisholm School is a school with a strong ethos centred on kindness, curiosity and integrity. With a highly engaged workforce and a 96% positive staff survey rating, the school offers a collaborative and ambitious working environment. The organisation has successfully navigated recent financial pressures, delivering significant savings while maintaining educational excellence. With a clear financial sustainability plan in place and strong governance support, the school is now well positioned for its next phase of growth. Alongside this, a major digital and operational transformation programme is underway, modernising systems and infrastructure to support long-term efficiency and scalability. Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation Strong track record of leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial sustainability Demonstrable experience leading transformation projects (systems, operations or organisational change) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and executive level Commercial mindset, with the ability to identify efficiencies and funding opportunities A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, aligned to a values-driven environment Apply now If you are a strategic and forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, we would love to hear from you. This role requires primarily on-site working during term time, with some flexibility available. Applications close on the 24 th May but will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Something like this as we see the COO role (already recruited for) being responsible for PFI handback process and procurement of same.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Caroline Chisholm School is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Chief Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead transformation, and support the school s evolution Caroline Chisholm School is a high-achieving, values-led all-through school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, staff engagement, and community impact. Already operating at a scale and complexity comparable to a multi-academy trust, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with plans to expand into primary provision and formally develop as a MAT. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team and play a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational transformation, and long-term strategic growth. The role Partner with the Principal, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver a long-term financial strategy, supporting the school s growth ambitions. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across a complex and evolving organisation, ensuring strong financial control and sustainability. Take ownership of a significant transformation agenda, including digital system implementation (Bromcom), contract optimisation, and operational redesign. Support with the operational re-design of financial systems providing strategic oversight of major projects such as introduction of Bromcom for financial processes, ensuring robust due diligence, and stakeholder management. Act as a key advisor to Trustees, auditors and external stakeholders including the DfE and Local Authority. Drive value for money through effective procurement, contract negotiation and cost optimisation initiatives. Lead and develop the finance function, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and forward-thinking team culture. Support wider organisational leadership, overseeing linked operational areas including IT and educational visits. Identify opportunities for income generation, funding and financial innovation to support future growth. The organisation Caroline Chisholm School is a school with a strong ethos centred on kindness, curiosity and integrity. With a highly engaged workforce and a 96% positive staff survey rating, the school offers a collaborative and ambitious working environment. The organisation has successfully navigated recent financial pressures, delivering significant savings while maintaining educational excellence. With a clear financial sustainability plan in place and strong governance support, the school is now well positioned for its next phase of growth. Alongside this, a major digital and operational transformation programme is underway, modernising systems and infrastructure to support long-term efficiency and scalability. Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation Strong track record of leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial sustainability Demonstrable experience leading transformation projects (systems, operations or organisational change) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and executive level Commercial mindset, with the ability to identify efficiencies and funding opportunities A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, aligned to a values-driven environment Apply now If you are a strategic and forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, we would love to hear from you. This role requires primarily on-site working during term time, with some flexibility available. Applications close on the 24 th May but will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Something like this as we see the COO role (already recruited for) being responsible for PFI handback process and procurement of same.
Hybrid from our Birmingham or London office Succession Wealth is one of the UK's leading, independent financial planning and wealth management business with a national network of Wealth Advisors and support teams providing holistic, independent wealth management and financial planning services. Now is a fantastic time to Succession as we enter an exciting new phase of planned growth which will see our workforce and business develop and flourish even further. The Opportunity We're looking for an organised and proactive Operations Team Coordinator to provide high quality administrative support to our Operations Leadership Team. This is a varied and people focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating activity, managing competing priorities, and working closely with senior stakeholders. Reporting into the Executive Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day to day operation of the leadership team, supporting meetings, travel, events, and communications. Key aspects of the role will include: Providing comprehensive administrative support to the Operations Leadership Team Coordinating meetings, including room bookings, catering, agendas, papers and minutes Managing diaries, communications, action logs and follow ups to ensure key actions are delivered Organising domestic and occasional overnight travel, producing clear and detailed itineraries Supporting the EA to the Chief Operating Officer with joint executive activity coordination Assisting with team events, including on site support and note taking where required Processing expense claims and supporting reporting deadlines Managing and prioritising workloads effectively, adapting to changing demands Supporting ad hoc administrative tasks as required You At least 3 years' administrative experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both written and verbal High attention to detail with a forward thinking approach Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively Professional, discreet and ethical approach to work A collaborative team player What You Can Expect From Us 25 days Annual leave rapidly increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional days for Christmas closure. Excellent company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. Agile and family friendly working arrangements to allow for a great work/life balance. Company sick pay. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Up to 40% discount on Aviva Insurance & Investment products. £450 towards the purchase of home office equipment. Group Life Assurance Scheme: 8 x salary. Access to the Benefit Hub; discounts on shopping, dining out, holidays and lots more! A range of health benefits including eye care vouchers, flu vaccinations, Annual Health Screening, Digitial GP, Mental health and Nutrition Sessions and Employee Assistance Programme. Voluntary flexible benefits platform including Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and Health Screening. Support with cost of professional exams /study days. Charity Days. Company Events. Group Income Protection Our Wellbeing committee Employee Assistance Programme including access to a 24/7 support line. Access to mental health first aiders. Menopause support. Parental and compassionate leave. Wellbeing Library and Hub. Aviva DigiCare and Workplace. Bereavement Helpline. Support in achieving your career goals Sponsorship for relevant professional exams and study leave. Access to funded apprenticeships in a range of topics, such as business administration, leadership & management, and accounting & finance. Access to Insights Discovery, a psychometric tool, which helps individuals and teams to connect better, overcome challenges & conflict resulting in high performing teams. Clear career pathways and endless internal job opportunities. Access to a huge range of free courses via our Learning Management system. Our commitment to DE&I Succession is committed to building and preserving a culture of inclusion and diversity. With a diverse team of employees we are able to grow, innovate and deliver excellent client care to help us reach our goals as a business. Our diverse teams help us reflect and understand the communities in which we operate and the subjects we cover in our everyday work. In recruiting for Succession, we welcome the unique contributions all candidates can bring regardless of their background and strive to ensure that every candidate is given the best chance of success through fair and equitable recruitment practice.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Hybrid from our Birmingham or London office Succession Wealth is one of the UK's leading, independent financial planning and wealth management business with a national network of Wealth Advisors and support teams providing holistic, independent wealth management and financial planning services. Now is a fantastic time to Succession as we enter an exciting new phase of planned growth which will see our workforce and business develop and flourish even further. The Opportunity We're looking for an organised and proactive Operations Team Coordinator to provide high quality administrative support to our Operations Leadership Team. This is a varied and people focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating activity, managing competing priorities, and working closely with senior stakeholders. Reporting into the Executive Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day to day operation of the leadership team, supporting meetings, travel, events, and communications. Key aspects of the role will include: Providing comprehensive administrative support to the Operations Leadership Team Coordinating meetings, including room bookings, catering, agendas, papers and minutes Managing diaries, communications, action logs and follow ups to ensure key actions are delivered Organising domestic and occasional overnight travel, producing clear and detailed itineraries Supporting the EA to the Chief Operating Officer with joint executive activity coordination Assisting with team events, including on site support and note taking where required Processing expense claims and supporting reporting deadlines Managing and prioritising workloads effectively, adapting to changing demands Supporting ad hoc administrative tasks as required You At least 3 years' administrative experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both written and verbal High attention to detail with a forward thinking approach Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively Professional, discreet and ethical approach to work A collaborative team player What You Can Expect From Us 25 days Annual leave rapidly increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional days for Christmas closure. Excellent company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. Agile and family friendly working arrangements to allow for a great work/life balance. Company sick pay. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Up to 40% discount on Aviva Insurance & Investment products. £450 towards the purchase of home office equipment. Group Life Assurance Scheme: 8 x salary. Access to the Benefit Hub; discounts on shopping, dining out, holidays and lots more! A range of health benefits including eye care vouchers, flu vaccinations, Annual Health Screening, Digitial GP, Mental health and Nutrition Sessions and Employee Assistance Programme. Voluntary flexible benefits platform including Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and Health Screening. Support with cost of professional exams /study days. Charity Days. Company Events. Group Income Protection Our Wellbeing committee Employee Assistance Programme including access to a 24/7 support line. Access to mental health first aiders. Menopause support. Parental and compassionate leave. Wellbeing Library and Hub. Aviva DigiCare and Workplace. Bereavement Helpline. Support in achieving your career goals Sponsorship for relevant professional exams and study leave. Access to funded apprenticeships in a range of topics, such as business administration, leadership & management, and accounting & finance. Access to Insights Discovery, a psychometric tool, which helps individuals and teams to connect better, overcome challenges & conflict resulting in high performing teams. Clear career pathways and endless internal job opportunities. Access to a huge range of free courses via our Learning Management system. Our commitment to DE&I Succession is committed to building and preserving a culture of inclusion and diversity. With a diverse team of employees we are able to grow, innovate and deliver excellent client care to help us reach our goals as a business. Our diverse teams help us reflect and understand the communities in which we operate and the subjects we cover in our everyday work. In recruiting for Succession, we welcome the unique contributions all candidates can bring regardless of their background and strive to ensure that every candidate is given the best chance of success through fair and equitable recruitment practice.
A charity that provides specialised support to adults with sensory impairments, disabilities, and long-term health conditions is looking to appoint a commercially minded, strategic and ambitious leader as its next Chief Executive Officer.This is not a traditional charity CEO role. They are looking for someone who can combine a strong sense of purpose with commercial awareness someone who can build on the organisation s strong local reputation, grow and develop services, strengthen partnerships, and help create income streams that move the charity away from relying too heavily on grants and commissioned tenders.The role may suit an existing CEO of a smaller organisation, a senior leader looking for a first Chief Executive position, or someone from the public, health, social care, housing, education, membership or commercial sectors who can bring relevant transferable experience in business development, service growth, stakeholder engagement and organisational leadership.About our clientThey exist for one reason: to make sure that a sensory impairment, disability or long-term health condition does not stop anyone from living a full and connected life.They work with people across South Tyneside and Gateshead to help them stay informed, feel empowered and build the resilience to deal with whatever life brings. Behind this work is a team of professionals and people with lived experience of disability and sensory loss. They do not just understand the needs of the community they support for many of them, those experiences are personal.Their vision is for disabled people and those with sensory loss across the region to feel informed, empowered and resilient.The OpportunityThe organisation now needs someone with a stronger commercial and business focus someone who can help lead its next phase of development by broadening its reach, expanding services and building a more diverse and sustainable income base.A key priority for the next CEO will be to reduce reliance on grants and tendered income by developing other revenue streams, increasing unrestricted income and identifying opportunities for growth. This means they are looking for someone who is outward-facing, entrepreneurial and confident in spotting opportunities, building relationships and turning ideas into action.This is a genuine opportunity to shape the future of a well-regarded organisation with strong local roots, a clear purpose and real potential for further development.The RoleAs Chief Executive, you will provide overall strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation s vision, business plan and long-term sustainability.You will lead the organisation externally with commissioners, funders, partners, businesses and other stakeholders, while also ensuring that services remain high quality, responsive and financially sustainable.Key Responsibilities Lead the charity as its senior representative and ambassador, building strong external relationships and raising the organisation s profileWork with the Board to shape and deliver strategy, business planning and long-term sustainabilityDrive service development and identify opportunities to grow and expand reach and impactDevelop and diversify income streams, with a strong emphasis on reducing reliance on grants and tendersOversee service delivery, operations and organisational performanceLead and develop staff, volunteers and senior managersEnsure effective financial management, governance, compliance and risk management About YouThis role is likely to suit someone who enjoys building organisations, growing services, developing new income opportunities and working externally as well as internally. You will understand how to balance mission with sustainability and will be motivated by the chance to lead an organisation that is ambitious about both its impact and its future.Essential experience Senior leadership experience in a charity, not-for-profit or other relevant organisation, or in a comparable leadership role with clearly transferable experiencePartnership development and external stakeholder managementBusiness planning, service development and organisational growthIncome generation, fundraising, contract management or commercial developmentFinancial management, including budgeting and delivery against income and cost targetsLeading and developing staff and teamsGovernance, risk management and implementing effective controls Desirable experience Experience or knowledge of disability, sensory support, health, social care or community servicesExperience of leading organisational change Essential skills and attributes Strategic and commercially awareStrong leadership and relationship-building skillsA confident communicator who can influence and inspire confidenceAble to identify opportunities and turn them into practical actionInclusive, resilient and collaborative in approachUnderstanding of, or empathy with, the people and communities SAM supports Additional requirements Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualificationAccess to a car for work purposesClean driving licenceHead Office is in Gateshead and there is a second premises in South Shields. You will be required to physically cover both offices Equality and Diversity"We value diversity and promote equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application."What happens next?Please apply online. The agent, Hiring People, will then contact you directly about the next steps. If shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview. Please be sure to check your junk/spam.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
A charity that provides specialised support to adults with sensory impairments, disabilities, and long-term health conditions is looking to appoint a commercially minded, strategic and ambitious leader as its next Chief Executive Officer.This is not a traditional charity CEO role. They are looking for someone who can combine a strong sense of purpose with commercial awareness someone who can build on the organisation s strong local reputation, grow and develop services, strengthen partnerships, and help create income streams that move the charity away from relying too heavily on grants and commissioned tenders.The role may suit an existing CEO of a smaller organisation, a senior leader looking for a first Chief Executive position, or someone from the public, health, social care, housing, education, membership or commercial sectors who can bring relevant transferable experience in business development, service growth, stakeholder engagement and organisational leadership.About our clientThey exist for one reason: to make sure that a sensory impairment, disability or long-term health condition does not stop anyone from living a full and connected life.They work with people across South Tyneside and Gateshead to help them stay informed, feel empowered and build the resilience to deal with whatever life brings. Behind this work is a team of professionals and people with lived experience of disability and sensory loss. They do not just understand the needs of the community they support for many of them, those experiences are personal.Their vision is for disabled people and those with sensory loss across the region to feel informed, empowered and resilient.The OpportunityThe organisation now needs someone with a stronger commercial and business focus someone who can help lead its next phase of development by broadening its reach, expanding services and building a more diverse and sustainable income base.A key priority for the next CEO will be to reduce reliance on grants and tendered income by developing other revenue streams, increasing unrestricted income and identifying opportunities for growth. This means they are looking for someone who is outward-facing, entrepreneurial and confident in spotting opportunities, building relationships and turning ideas into action.This is a genuine opportunity to shape the future of a well-regarded organisation with strong local roots, a clear purpose and real potential for further development.The RoleAs Chief Executive, you will provide overall strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation s vision, business plan and long-term sustainability.You will lead the organisation externally with commissioners, funders, partners, businesses and other stakeholders, while also ensuring that services remain high quality, responsive and financially sustainable.Key Responsibilities Lead the charity as its senior representative and ambassador, building strong external relationships and raising the organisation s profileWork with the Board to shape and deliver strategy, business planning and long-term sustainabilityDrive service development and identify opportunities to grow and expand reach and impactDevelop and diversify income streams, with a strong emphasis on reducing reliance on grants and tendersOversee service delivery, operations and organisational performanceLead and develop staff, volunteers and senior managersEnsure effective financial management, governance, compliance and risk management About YouThis role is likely to suit someone who enjoys building organisations, growing services, developing new income opportunities and working externally as well as internally. You will understand how to balance mission with sustainability and will be motivated by the chance to lead an organisation that is ambitious about both its impact and its future.Essential experience Senior leadership experience in a charity, not-for-profit or other relevant organisation, or in a comparable leadership role with clearly transferable experiencePartnership development and external stakeholder managementBusiness planning, service development and organisational growthIncome generation, fundraising, contract management or commercial developmentFinancial management, including budgeting and delivery against income and cost targetsLeading and developing staff and teamsGovernance, risk management and implementing effective controls Desirable experience Experience or knowledge of disability, sensory support, health, social care or community servicesExperience of leading organisational change Essential skills and attributes Strategic and commercially awareStrong leadership and relationship-building skillsA confident communicator who can influence and inspire confidenceAble to identify opportunities and turn them into practical actionInclusive, resilient and collaborative in approachUnderstanding of, or empathy with, the people and communities SAM supports Additional requirements Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualificationAccess to a car for work purposesClean driving licenceHead Office is in Gateshead and there is a second premises in South Shields. You will be required to physically cover both offices Equality and Diversity"We value diversity and promote equality. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support your application."What happens next?Please apply online. The agent, Hiring People, will then contact you directly about the next steps. If shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short video interview. Please be sure to check your junk/spam.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
