Finance Manager - Near Langport, Somerset (Office-based) Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00 Salary: 40,000- 45,000 per annum (DOE) Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension included FREE office parking About the business My client is a fast-growing technology and infrastructure organisation delivering high-quality solutions across data, networking and critical environments. As the business scales, it's investing in stronger financial control and project visibility-placing finance at the heart of operational decision-making. The culture is built around being kind, caring and respectful to colleagues, clients and partners. The role Reporting into senior leadership, you will oversee core finance processes, lead month-end reporting, and support budgeting and forecasting. You'll take ownership of financial management across all projects, with a strong focus on job costing, project reporting and analysis. Working closely with Project Managers, operational teams, and the wider finance function, you'll ensure accurate cost capture, improve controls, and enhance project profitability and performance visibility. Key responsibilities Lead job costing across all projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and accountability Build and improve project cost reporting, analysis and management information Partner with Project Managers to provide real-time financial insight and constructive challenge Monitor performance vs budget, flagging variances, risks and opportunities early Produce monthly management accounts with clear commentary on project profitability Own Sage (e.g., Sage 50) job costing and reporting setup, ensuring data integrity Lead month-end close, balance sheet control and reconciliations Manage budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and cashflow reporting Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger and support VAT returns/compliance Liaise with auditors and support year-end accounts preparation Support/mentor junior finance staff where applicable About you - Ideally you will have Proven experience as a Finance Manager (or similar), ideally in a project-based/contracting environment Strong job costing, project accounting and financial analysis skills Hands-on Sage job costing experience (essential) Commercial mindset and confident stakeholder management Strong attention to detail and clear communication with non-finance colleagues Desirable ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or qualified by experience) Experience improving controls, reporting processes and MI (dashboards/templates)
May 06, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - Near Langport, Somerset (Office-based) Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00 Salary: 40,000- 45,000 per annum (DOE) Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension included FREE office parking About the business My client is a fast-growing technology and infrastructure organisation delivering high-quality solutions across data, networking and critical environments. As the business scales, it's investing in stronger financial control and project visibility-placing finance at the heart of operational decision-making. The culture is built around being kind, caring and respectful to colleagues, clients and partners. The role Reporting into senior leadership, you will oversee core finance processes, lead month-end reporting, and support budgeting and forecasting. You'll take ownership of financial management across all projects, with a strong focus on job costing, project reporting and analysis. Working closely with Project Managers, operational teams, and the wider finance function, you'll ensure accurate cost capture, improve controls, and enhance project profitability and performance visibility. Key responsibilities Lead job costing across all projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and accountability Build and improve project cost reporting, analysis and management information Partner with Project Managers to provide real-time financial insight and constructive challenge Monitor performance vs budget, flagging variances, risks and opportunities early Produce monthly management accounts with clear commentary on project profitability Own Sage (e.g., Sage 50) job costing and reporting setup, ensuring data integrity Lead month-end close, balance sheet control and reconciliations Manage budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and cashflow reporting Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger and support VAT returns/compliance Liaise with auditors and support year-end accounts preparation Support/mentor junior finance staff where applicable About you - Ideally you will have Proven experience as a Finance Manager (or similar), ideally in a project-based/contracting environment Strong job costing, project accounting and financial analysis skills Hands-on Sage job costing experience (essential) Commercial mindset and confident stakeholder management Strong attention to detail and clear communication with non-finance colleagues Desirable ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or qualified by experience) Experience improving controls, reporting processes and MI (dashboards/templates)
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Contract Support CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Contract Support to join our team in Birmingham. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's. Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION Training Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc. Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo. Experience Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business. Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
May 06, 2026
Full time
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Contract Support CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Contract Support to join our team in Birmingham. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's. Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION Training Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc. Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo. Experience Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business. Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
Finance Manager Global Media & Entertainment London £65k + Bonus Looking to make your first move out of practice into a genuinely exciting, globally recognised brand? A leading international media and entertainment business is hiring a Finance Manager to join its high-performing finance team, offering a rare blend of technical depth, global exposure, and commercial visibility click apply for full job details
May 06, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Global Media & Entertainment London £65k + Bonus Looking to make your first move out of practice into a genuinely exciting, globally recognised brand? A leading international media and entertainment business is hiring a Finance Manager to join its high-performing finance team, offering a rare blend of technical depth, global exposure, and commercial visibility click apply for full job details
Sewell Wallis is looking to secure a Finance Business Partner (with a costings, commercial, and operations focus) for a fast-growing Manufacturing business in Sheffield. This South Yorkshire role involves working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand product margins, while analysing and forecasting raw material costs, including foreign exchange impacts and potential hedging needs. It also requires integrating standard costing into product pricing and cost structures, alongside regularly monitoring operational costs against budgets to identify variances and drive performance improvements. This role isn't just pulling the data together, but requires someone who can digest and communicate the meaning and implications to the SLT, be heavily involved with decision making, managing large budgets, and, in return, will get real insight & experience in the business's commercial and operations functions. You'll need to have an extensive background in Manufacturing, strong experience with modelling & Excel, and good commercial acumen. What will you be doing? Regular analysis and reporting of raw material costs, including forecasting of elementals, foreign exchange and potential hedging requirements Understanding of the full operational process of the company's product portfolio, incorporating standard costing into product cost and pricing mechanisms Daily review, analysis and informative reporting of operational costs in line with budget/forecast, including assessment of manufacturing variances such as mix/yield/price/quantity, promoting cost awareness with insight to drive action and improve future performance Daily review, analysis and reporting of production vs forecast, including assessment of volume/revenue/GCM Identify operational process inefficiencies and suggest necessary improvements to enhance cost efficiency and business improvement Strengthen both proactive and reactive operational decision making by providing appropriate challenge to assumptions and proposals, including scenario modelling where necessary Actively review and drive improvements in KPI metrics Present cost models and pricing for new opportunities What skills are we looking for? ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (will consider QBE) Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel Strong financial modelling experience Desire to continually improve processes Manufacturing experience Strong communication skills with both finance and non-finance managers What's on offer? A competitive salary of 65,000 Generous quarterly bonus Flexible working hours within core hours 7:30am-6pm Recognition of additional work put in during tight deadlines Matched pension up to 8% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas Shutdown Private healthcare Free secure parking Annual salary reviews Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is looking to secure a Finance Business Partner (with a costings, commercial, and operations focus) for a fast-growing Manufacturing business in Sheffield. This South Yorkshire role involves working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand product margins, while analysing and forecasting raw material costs, including foreign exchange impacts and potential hedging needs. It also requires integrating standard costing into product pricing and cost structures, alongside regularly monitoring operational costs against budgets to identify variances and drive performance improvements. This role isn't just pulling the data together, but requires someone who can digest and communicate the meaning and implications to the SLT, be heavily involved with decision making, managing large budgets, and, in return, will get real insight & experience in the business's commercial and operations functions. You'll need to have an extensive background in Manufacturing, strong experience with modelling & Excel, and good commercial acumen. What will you be doing? Regular analysis and reporting of raw material costs, including forecasting of elementals, foreign exchange and potential hedging requirements Understanding of the full operational process of the company's product portfolio, incorporating standard costing into product cost and pricing mechanisms Daily review, analysis and informative reporting of operational costs in line with budget/forecast, including assessment of manufacturing variances such as mix/yield/price/quantity, promoting cost awareness with insight to drive action and improve future performance Daily review, analysis and reporting of production vs forecast, including assessment of volume/revenue/GCM Identify operational process inefficiencies and suggest necessary improvements to enhance cost efficiency and business improvement Strengthen both proactive and reactive operational decision making by providing appropriate challenge to assumptions and proposals, including scenario modelling where necessary Actively review and drive improvements in KPI metrics Present cost models and pricing for new opportunities What skills are we looking for? ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (will consider QBE) Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel Strong financial modelling experience Desire to continually improve processes Manufacturing experience Strong communication skills with both finance and non-finance managers What's on offer? A competitive salary of 65,000 Generous quarterly bonus Flexible working hours within core hours 7:30am-6pm Recognition of additional work put in during tight deadlines Matched pension up to 8% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas Shutdown Private healthcare Free secure parking Annual salary reviews Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Contract Support CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Contract Support to join our team in Cambridge. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's. Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION Training Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc. Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo. Experience Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business. Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
May 06, 2026
Full time
CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Contract Support CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Contract Support to join our team in Cambridge. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's. Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION Training Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc. Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo. Experience Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business. Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
Junior Business Controller - Ground Transport Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 200- 220/day Contract: 12months The Role Join our global travel client's team to drive the "Connected Trip" strategy. Reporting to the Senior FP&A Manager, you will be the financial engine for the Rides department , influencing bottom-line results through data-led analysis and commercial business partnering. Key Responsibilities Trading Analysis: Extract and transform data into actionable insights to identify performance levers. Agile Planning: Support quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting for an end-to-end P&L. Variance Analysis: Highlight risks and opportunities with clear conclusions and recommendations. Rebates & Month-End: Oversee rebate models, trackers, and SAP reconciliations. Business Partnering: Collaborate across units to understand trends affecting business performance. Requirements Education: Studying for or completed ACCA/CIMA . Systems: Strong Excel skills; SAP knowledge is highly desirable. Mindset: Analytical, commercially curious, and able to work independently. Communication: Excellent skills to present complex data to diverse stakeholders Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
May 06, 2026
Contractor
Junior Business Controller - Ground Transport Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 200- 220/day Contract: 12months The Role Join our global travel client's team to drive the "Connected Trip" strategy. Reporting to the Senior FP&A Manager, you will be the financial engine for the Rides department , influencing bottom-line results through data-led analysis and commercial business partnering. Key Responsibilities Trading Analysis: Extract and transform data into actionable insights to identify performance levers. Agile Planning: Support quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting for an end-to-end P&L. Variance Analysis: Highlight risks and opportunities with clear conclusions and recommendations. Rebates & Month-End: Oversee rebate models, trackers, and SAP reconciliations. Business Partnering: Collaborate across units to understand trends affecting business performance. Requirements Education: Studying for or completed ACCA/CIMA . Systems: Strong Excel skills; SAP knowledge is highly desirable. Mindset: Analytical, commercially curious, and able to work independently. Communication: Excellent skills to present complex data to diverse stakeholders Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Credit Underwriting team The credit underwriting team is a business critical, growing, and dynamic team led by the Head of Credit & Commercial risk who reports into the Group Financial Controller. The team work closely with the sales team, financial reporting, and various areas of business operations. The credit underwriting team are ultimately responsible for the management, underwriting, and control of credit exposure to the business in what is a rapidly evolving environment. Success. The Softcat Way. There's a uniqueness to Softcat - what we do, how we do it and why we do it. That's because we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We give everyone the chance to step up and show how much they can achieve. We succeed when all our people succeed. Be part of a team that enables business growth This role is part of the Finance Management team and will lead the credit underwriting team supporting our rapidly growing and dynamic IT solutions business. This passionate, highly numerate underwriter will work closely with our finance and sales teams as well as external stakeholders, insurance brokers and customers alike, to maintain credit risk controls within an existing framework and provide a unique service to our customers. As a Credit Underwriting Manager , you'll be responsible for : Analyse customer risk profiles and validate automated credit scorecards Produce monthly risk reports and support senior credit governance forums Manage credit exposure, limits, and portfolio risk across customers and sectors Lead and develop senior underwriters, including performance, hiring, and KPIs Support board approvals and senior decision making within agreed authority levels Oversee trade credit insurance, budgets, and process improvements Manage and monitor the Deputy Credit Risk Manager performance, manage KPI's during a performance management process through having challenging conversations Stre amli ning proces ses whe re need ed Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align credit strategy Participating in credit review meetings with the senior leadership team, displaying understanding of customers who have gone into administrations, high exposure risks, industry updates and credit assessment SLA overviews. We'd love you to have Strong risk assessment and analytical skills Proven leadership and team management experience Solid knowledge of underwriting regulations and compliance Commercial and financial awareness Confident decision making and stakeholder communication Strong knowledge across different areas of the business to ensure organisational goals are met. Demonstrate the ability to think around a subject, considering risk implications of our current policies and procedures. Experience s upporting the gro w th and d evelo pment of team me mbers . We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Credit Underwriting team The credit underwriting team is a business critical, growing, and dynamic team led by the Head of Credit & Commercial risk who reports into the Group Financial Controller. The team work closely with the sales team, financial reporting, and various areas of business operations. The credit underwriting team are ultimately responsible for the management, underwriting, and control of credit exposure to the business in what is a rapidly evolving environment. Success. The Softcat Way. There's a uniqueness to Softcat - what we do, how we do it and why we do it. That's because we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We give everyone the chance to step up and show how much they can achieve. We succeed when all our people succeed. Be part of a team that enables business growth This role is part of the Finance Management team and will lead the credit underwriting team supporting our rapidly growing and dynamic IT solutions business. This passionate, highly numerate underwriter will work closely with our finance and sales teams as well as external stakeholders, insurance brokers and customers alike, to maintain credit risk controls within an existing framework and provide a unique service to our customers. As a Credit Underwriting Manager , you'll be responsible for : Analyse customer risk profiles and validate automated credit scorecards Produce monthly risk reports and support senior credit governance forums Manage credit exposure, limits, and portfolio risk across customers and sectors Lead and develop senior underwriters, including performance, hiring, and KPIs Support board approvals and senior decision making within agreed authority levels Oversee trade credit insurance, budgets, and process improvements Manage and monitor the Deputy Credit Risk Manager performance, manage KPI's during a performance management process through having challenging conversations Stre amli ning proces ses whe re need ed Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align credit strategy Participating in credit review meetings with the senior leadership team, displaying understanding of customers who have gone into administrations, high exposure risks, industry updates and credit assessment SLA overviews. We'd love you to have Strong risk assessment and analytical skills Proven leadership and team management experience Solid knowledge of underwriting regulations and compliance Commercial and financial awareness Confident decision making and stakeholder communication Strong knowledge across different areas of the business to ensure organisational goals are met. Demonstrate the ability to think around a subject, considering risk implications of our current policies and procedures. Experience s upporting the gro w th and d evelo pment of team me mbers . We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.
Location: Liverpool Sector Focus : - SME/Owner Managed Businesses & Not for Profit Salary: circa £60k Our client, a leading independent firm across the North West are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join their established and growing practice. The role is best suited to someone who is not only technically highly proficient but also engaged, confident and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in client relationships and business development. The role is pitched at Manager level with short term progression to RI status, understudying the existing management team with the aim to lead the audit offering of the firm. Key Responsibilities Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients including not for profit and SME/owner managed businesses and professional practices Directly line manage 3-4 team members Play an active role in business development, including: Involvement in pitches and tenders Identifying opportunities within existing client relationships Developing commercial confidence and visibility within the firm Ad hoc non audit related projects, including due diligence work and problem solving accounting issues Assisting with the firm's Audit Quality Control process Skills, Knowledge and Expertise ACA/ACCA qualified Operating at Audit Manager level High level familiarity with UK auditing and accounting standards Background in general practice Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines concurrently Commitment to audit quality and attention to detail Experience of managing SRA Accounts Rules Reviews would be an advantage, but not mandatory
May 06, 2026
Full time
Location: Liverpool Sector Focus : - SME/Owner Managed Businesses & Not for Profit Salary: circa £60k Our client, a leading independent firm across the North West are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join their established and growing practice. The role is best suited to someone who is not only technically highly proficient but also engaged, confident and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in client relationships and business development. The role is pitched at Manager level with short term progression to RI status, understudying the existing management team with the aim to lead the audit offering of the firm. Key Responsibilities Manage and deliver audit engagements from planning through to completion Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients including not for profit and SME/owner managed businesses and professional practices Directly line manage 3-4 team members Play an active role in business development, including: Involvement in pitches and tenders Identifying opportunities within existing client relationships Developing commercial confidence and visibility within the firm Ad hoc non audit related projects, including due diligence work and problem solving accounting issues Assisting with the firm's Audit Quality Control process Skills, Knowledge and Expertise ACA/ACCA qualified Operating at Audit Manager level High level familiarity with UK auditing and accounting standards Background in general practice Experience managing multiple audits and deadlines concurrently Commitment to audit quality and attention to detail Experience of managing SRA Accounts Rules Reviews would be an advantage, but not mandatory
Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a growing project management consultancy to recruit a Project Director to support the leadership and delivery of major capital projects. This Project Director role offers a competitive salary, clear leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping teams, winning work, and delivering high-profile projects within a business experiencing strong growth. If you're a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor or Cost Management professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Project Director role Within the role you will: Lead the delivery of cost management services across the full project lifecycle Work closely with Regional Directors to manage and grow high-performing teams Oversee feasibility estimates, cost planning, procurement, tendering and post-contract services Take accountability for the successful and profitable delivery of multiple projects Manage senior client relationships and act as a key account lead Lead major bids and contribute to business development and work-winning activities Support recruitment and team growth aligned with business needs Provide leadership, mentoring and development for Senior Managers, Managers and junior staff Ensure commercial performance, including fee tracking, forecasting and profitability Drive quality, consistency and continuous improvement across project delivery Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or similar Chartered status (RICS, CIOB) or equivalent experience 10+ years' experience within a consultancy environment Proven experience delivering the full spectrum of cost management services Demonstrated ability to win work and manage profitable project delivery Experience managing teams, client accounts and internal project finances Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and leadership skills Personal skills The Project Director role would suit someone who is: A strong leader with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams Commercially astute with a focus on profitability and growth Confident managing senior client relationships and key accounts Strategic in thinking, with the ability to influence and drive business decisions Proactive, adaptable and capable of operating at both strategic and delivery levels Passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of professionals Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role Competitive salary dependent on experience Bonus scheme reviewed annually, up to 10% Structured competency matrix to support career development and progression Matched 5% pension scheme Electric vehicle scheme Private healthcare (Vitality) Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home (site visits excluded) Group incentive days and team events INDNUC Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Astute's Nuclear team is partnering with a growing project management consultancy to recruit a Project Director to support the leadership and delivery of major capital projects. This Project Director role offers a competitive salary, clear leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping teams, winning work, and delivering high-profile projects within a business experiencing strong growth. If you're a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor or Cost Management professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Project Director role Within the role you will: Lead the delivery of cost management services across the full project lifecycle Work closely with Regional Directors to manage and grow high-performing teams Oversee feasibility estimates, cost planning, procurement, tendering and post-contract services Take accountability for the successful and profitable delivery of multiple projects Manage senior client relationships and act as a key account lead Lead major bids and contribute to business development and work-winning activities Support recruitment and team growth aligned with business needs Provide leadership, mentoring and development for Senior Managers, Managers and junior staff Ensure commercial performance, including fee tracking, forecasting and profitability Drive quality, consistency and continuous improvement across project delivery Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or similar Chartered status (RICS, CIOB) or equivalent experience 10+ years' experience within a consultancy environment Proven experience delivering the full spectrum of cost management services Demonstrated ability to win work and manage profitable project delivery Experience managing teams, client accounts and internal project finances Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and leadership skills Personal skills The Project Director role would suit someone who is: A strong leader with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams Commercially astute with a focus on profitability and growth Confident managing senior client relationships and key accounts Strategic in thinking, with the ability to influence and drive business decisions Proactive, adaptable and capable of operating at both strategic and delivery levels Passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of professionals Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role Competitive salary dependent on experience Bonus scheme reviewed annually, up to 10% Structured competency matrix to support career development and progression Matched 5% pension scheme Electric vehicle scheme Private healthcare (Vitality) Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home (site visits excluded) Group incentive days and team events INDNUC Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join a dynamic, fast-paced organisation on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role sits within a collaborative finance function supporting multiple business units, including manufacturing and international sales operations. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, driving performance insights, and supporting operational decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver accurate and timely month-end close processes Review balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting packs Provide insightful variance analysis (actuals vs budget/forecast) Support year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements Analyse manufacturing KPIs and drive operational improvements Partner with internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities Support cash flow forecasting and financial planning Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and use of AI in reporting Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners (auditors, vendors, advisors) Key Skills & Experience You will ideally be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience operating within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Bring a solid understanding of standard costing and inventory accounting, alongside advanced Excel skills and ideally exposure to ERP systems such as SAP or similar. With strong financial analysis and reporting capability, you are commercially aware and able to translate financial data into meaningful insights that support business decision-making. You will need to be highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, and possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. A proactive and self-motivated approach enables you to manage competing priorities effectively, while your strong organisational skills ensure deadlines are consistently met. You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, confident in challenging where appropriate and driven to support continuous improvement across processes and performance. Salary on offer between 55,000 and 65,000 DOE, plus hybrid working and company benefits.
May 06, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join a dynamic, fast-paced organisation on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role sits within a collaborative finance function supporting multiple business units, including manufacturing and international sales operations. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, driving performance insights, and supporting operational decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver accurate and timely month-end close processes Review balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting packs Provide insightful variance analysis (actuals vs budget/forecast) Support year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements Analyse manufacturing KPIs and drive operational improvements Partner with internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities Support cash flow forecasting and financial planning Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and use of AI in reporting Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners (auditors, vendors, advisors) Key Skills & Experience You will ideally be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience operating within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Bring a solid understanding of standard costing and inventory accounting, alongside advanced Excel skills and ideally exposure to ERP systems such as SAP or similar. With strong financial analysis and reporting capability, you are commercially aware and able to translate financial data into meaningful insights that support business decision-making. You will need to be highly detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy, and possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. A proactive and self-motivated approach enables you to manage competing priorities effectively, while your strong organisational skills ensure deadlines are consistently met. You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, confident in challenging where appropriate and driven to support continuous improvement across processes and performance. Salary on offer between 55,000 and 65,000 DOE, plus hybrid working and company benefits.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or 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 Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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 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 AreAt 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.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or 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 Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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 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 AreAt 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.
A modern, tech-driven consultancy in St Albans is looking to bring in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support its expanding portfolio of projects. This is a genuinely different opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor -one that blends traditional cost management with a more data-led, forward-thinking approach across infrastructure, utilities, and commercial schemes. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will not just support projects, but actively contribute to how they're shaped and delivered. This Assistant Quantity Surveyor role is ideal for someone who wants more than routine tasks, offering exposure to innovative project environments. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will join a business that values adaptability, collaboration, and fresh thinking. For an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to break away from the standard consultancy mould, this role offers a refreshing change. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor's role The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will work closely with project teams to support cost and commercial management across multiple schemes. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will assist in building cost models, supporting procurement strategies, and contributing to contract administration processes. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be involved in analysing project data, supporting decision-making, and engaging with clients and contractors throughout delivery. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will also help manage valuations, variations, and reporting, gaining a well-rounded and practical understanding of project finances. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have around 1-3 years' experience within a consultancy or contractor environment. An Assistant Quantity Surveyor should have a solid grounding in core QS principles, with an interest in modern construction methods or data-driven project delivery. Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts will be beneficial for this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role. A relevant degree is preferred, alongside a desire to progress towards professional accreditation. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be curious, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment. In Return? 35,000 - 45,000 salary (depending on experience) St Albans location with varied project exposure Opportunity to work in a modern, forward-thinking consultancy Clear development pathway and progression opportunities Supportive, collaborative team with a different approach Assistant Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Infrastructure Utilities NEC St Albans Jobs (phone number removed) Reference Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MICOB / MAPM / FRICS / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy
May 06, 2026
Full time
A modern, tech-driven consultancy in St Albans is looking to bring in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support its expanding portfolio of projects. This is a genuinely different opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor -one that blends traditional cost management with a more data-led, forward-thinking approach across infrastructure, utilities, and commercial schemes. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will not just support projects, but actively contribute to how they're shaped and delivered. This Assistant Quantity Surveyor role is ideal for someone who wants more than routine tasks, offering exposure to innovative project environments. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will join a business that values adaptability, collaboration, and fresh thinking. For an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to break away from the standard consultancy mould, this role offers a refreshing change. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor's role The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will work closely with project teams to support cost and commercial management across multiple schemes. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will assist in building cost models, supporting procurement strategies, and contributing to contract administration processes. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll be involved in analysing project data, supporting decision-making, and engaging with clients and contractors throughout delivery. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will also help manage valuations, variations, and reporting, gaining a well-rounded and practical understanding of project finances. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have around 1-3 years' experience within a consultancy or contractor environment. An Assistant Quantity Surveyor should have a solid grounding in core QS principles, with an interest in modern construction methods or data-driven project delivery. Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts will be beneficial for this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role. A relevant degree is preferred, alongside a desire to progress towards professional accreditation. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be curious, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving environment. In Return? 35,000 - 45,000 salary (depending on experience) St Albans location with varied project exposure Opportunity to work in a modern, forward-thinking consultancy Clear development pathway and progression opportunities Supportive, collaborative team with a different approach Assistant Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying Infrastructure Utilities NEC St Albans Jobs (phone number removed) Reference Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MICOB / MAPM / FRICS / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy
Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Credit Underwriting team The credit underwriting team is a business critical, growing, and dynamic team led by the Head of Credit & Commercial risk who reports into the Group Financial Controller. The team work closely with the sales team, financial reporting, and various areas of business operations. The credit underwriting team are ultimately responsible for the management, underwriting, and control of credit exposure to the business in what is a rapidly evolving environment. Success. The Softcat Way. There's a uniqueness to Softcat - what we do, how we do it and why we do it. That's because we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We give everyone the chance to step up and show how much they can achieve. We succeed when all our people succeed. Be part of a team that enables business growth This role is part of the Finance Management team and will lead the credit underwriting team supporting our rapidly growing and dynamic IT solutions business. This passionate, highly numerate underwriter will work closely with our finance and sales teams as well as external stakeholders, insurance brokers and customers alike, to maintain credit risk controls within an existing framework and provide a unique service to our customers. As a Credit Underwriting Manager , you'll be responsible for : Analyse customer risk profiles and validate automated credit scorecards Produce monthly risk reports and support senior credit governance forums Manage credit exposure, limits, and portfolio risk across customers and sectors Lead and develop senior underwriters, including performance, hiring, and KPIs Support board approvals and senior decision making within agreed authority levels Oversee trade credit insurance, budgets, and process improvements Manage and monitor the Deputy Credit Risk Manager performance, manage KPI's during a performance management process through having challenging conversations Stre amli ning proces ses whe re need ed Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align credit strategy Participating in credit review meetings with the senior leadership team, displaying understanding of customers who have gone into administrations, high exposure risks, industry updates and credit assessment SLA overviews. We'd love you to have Strong risk assessment and analytical skills Proven leadership and team management experience Solid knowledge of underwriting regulations and compliance Commercial and financial awareness Confident decision making and stakeholder communication Strong knowledge across different areas of the business to ensure organisational goals are met. Demonstrate the ability to think around a subject, considering risk implications of our current policies and procedures. Experience s upporting the gro w th and d evelo pment of team me mbers . We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Credit Underwriting team The credit underwriting team is a business critical, growing, and dynamic team led by the Head of Credit & Commercial risk who reports into the Group Financial Controller. The team work closely with the sales team, financial reporting, and various areas of business operations. The credit underwriting team are ultimately responsible for the management, underwriting, and control of credit exposure to the business in what is a rapidly evolving environment. Success. The Softcat Way. There's a uniqueness to Softcat - what we do, how we do it and why we do it. That's because we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We give everyone the chance to step up and show how much they can achieve. We succeed when all our people succeed. Be part of a team that enables business growth This role is part of the Finance Management team and will lead the credit underwriting team supporting our rapidly growing and dynamic IT solutions business. This passionate, highly numerate underwriter will work closely with our finance and sales teams as well as external stakeholders, insurance brokers and customers alike, to maintain credit risk controls within an existing framework and provide a unique service to our customers. As a Credit Underwriting Manager , you'll be responsible for : Analyse customer risk profiles and validate automated credit scorecards Produce monthly risk reports and support senior credit governance forums Manage credit exposure, limits, and portfolio risk across customers and sectors Lead and develop senior underwriters, including performance, hiring, and KPIs Support board approvals and senior decision making within agreed authority levels Oversee trade credit insurance, budgets, and process improvements Manage and monitor the Deputy Credit Risk Manager performance, manage KPI's during a performance management process through having challenging conversations Stre amli ning proces ses whe re need ed Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align credit strategy Participating in credit review meetings with the senior leadership team, displaying understanding of customers who have gone into administrations, high exposure risks, industry updates and credit assessment SLA overviews. We'd love you to have Strong risk assessment and analytical skills Proven leadership and team management experience Solid knowledge of underwriting regulations and compliance Commercial and financial awareness Confident decision making and stakeholder communication Strong knowledge across different areas of the business to ensure organisational goals are met. Demonstrate the ability to think around a subject, considering risk implications of our current policies and procedures. Experience s upporting the gro w th and d evelo pment of team me mbers . We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.
Finance Manager - St. Austell - Up to £65,000 Trial Balance are delighted to be working with a long-standing client, a highly successful Cornish business, in their search for a Finance Manager. Operating within the construction industry, this is a market leading organisation that is known for its strong values and focus on delivering excellence within their field. Offered on a full-time and permanent basis, this role would see you join an experienced and collaborative team within a business which is proud of its commitment to employee development. The role would suit a commercially focussed and experienced finance professional, with the role having a strong bias towards business partnering. Working closely with the MD and other stakeholders, this is a key role that will see you partner with operational teams, offering insight and support to drive performance, improve profitability and ensure robust financial control. The successful candidate will: - Own the monthly management accounts process, delivering accurate and insightful reporting against budget and KPIs - Partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making - Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with stakeholders across the business - Analyse financial performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for growth - Review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring strong financial controls are in place - Support the year-end audit process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of information - Mentor and support junior finance team members, helping to develop capability within the team - Support wider strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives - Respond to ad-hoc financial queries across the business We're seeking a qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with strong management accounting and business partnering experience. You'll be confident working with stakeholders across the business and be comfortable translating financial data into meaningful insight. A pro-active and commercially minded approach is important, as well as being able to understand the drivers behind performance and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability are essential. This is a commercially focused and forward-looking role, ideal for someone who enjoys making an impact and working as part of a collaborative, values-driven organisation. The position offers exposure to multiple business entities, opportunities for development and the chance to play a key role in supporting on-going growth. For further details and to apply, please submit your CV to Steve Roach quoting reference SR10983
May 06, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - St. Austell - Up to £65,000 Trial Balance are delighted to be working with a long-standing client, a highly successful Cornish business, in their search for a Finance Manager. Operating within the construction industry, this is a market leading organisation that is known for its strong values and focus on delivering excellence within their field. Offered on a full-time and permanent basis, this role would see you join an experienced and collaborative team within a business which is proud of its commitment to employee development. The role would suit a commercially focussed and experienced finance professional, with the role having a strong bias towards business partnering. Working closely with the MD and other stakeholders, this is a key role that will see you partner with operational teams, offering insight and support to drive performance, improve profitability and ensure robust financial control. The successful candidate will: - Own the monthly management accounts process, delivering accurate and insightful reporting against budget and KPIs - Partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making - Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with stakeholders across the business - Analyse financial performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for growth - Review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring strong financial controls are in place - Support the year-end audit process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of information - Mentor and support junior finance team members, helping to develop capability within the team - Support wider strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives - Respond to ad-hoc financial queries across the business We're seeking a qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with strong management accounting and business partnering experience. You'll be confident working with stakeholders across the business and be comfortable translating financial data into meaningful insight. A pro-active and commercially minded approach is important, as well as being able to understand the drivers behind performance and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability are essential. This is a commercially focused and forward-looking role, ideal for someone who enjoys making an impact and working as part of a collaborative, values-driven organisation. The position offers exposure to multiple business entities, opportunities for development and the chance to play a key role in supporting on-going growth. For further details and to apply, please submit your CV to Steve Roach quoting reference SR10983
Your new company Hays are partnering exclusively with a well-established commercial business based near Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Finance Manager / Financial Controller for a subsidiary of a large group. The company has had steady growth over many years, but has recently been acquired through private equity and is looking to increase its growth trajectory. The company consists of 4 key revenue streams and offers vast opportunities for increased market share. If you are looking for a new opportunity in a forward-thinking and collaborative business, then have a look at the details below. Your new role You will operate as the number 1 in finance on site and work in close conjunction with the MD and group finance to shape the daily financial operations and support key growth initiatives. Primarily, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting function for 4 divisions with a combined turnover of around 30m, as well as helping shape the business strategy moving forwards.More specifically, you will be responsible for: Managing a team of 2 transactional finance staff Reviewing and improving financial processes Leading the month-end close process for 3 entities Producing statutory accounts and financial statements VAT Returns Cash flow forecasting Leading and supporting the yearly audit process Reviewing centrally drafted monthly management accounts and utilising data to support commercial and strategic decision-making Posting journals Supporting the continued development of the finance system Reviewing financial procedures, controls and processes and improving or streamlining these for continuous improvement This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week between Monday and Friday. The role will primarily be based on-site, but for the right candidate could accommodate 1 day a week working remotely. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Prior experience leading a finance team and strong management skills Excellent communication skills and ability to act as a business partner to key stakeholders Experience operating in a group structure, with 'hands-on' experience of an SME environment Strong technical skills and competency Change management experience or systems improvement experience would be highly advantageous. Experience using Netsuite would also be advantageous. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 06, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays are partnering exclusively with a well-established commercial business based near Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Finance Manager / Financial Controller for a subsidiary of a large group. The company has had steady growth over many years, but has recently been acquired through private equity and is looking to increase its growth trajectory. The company consists of 4 key revenue streams and offers vast opportunities for increased market share. If you are looking for a new opportunity in a forward-thinking and collaborative business, then have a look at the details below. Your new role You will operate as the number 1 in finance on site and work in close conjunction with the MD and group finance to shape the daily financial operations and support key growth initiatives. Primarily, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting function for 4 divisions with a combined turnover of around 30m, as well as helping shape the business strategy moving forwards.More specifically, you will be responsible for: Managing a team of 2 transactional finance staff Reviewing and improving financial processes Leading the month-end close process for 3 entities Producing statutory accounts and financial statements VAT Returns Cash flow forecasting Leading and supporting the yearly audit process Reviewing centrally drafted monthly management accounts and utilising data to support commercial and strategic decision-making Posting journals Supporting the continued development of the finance system Reviewing financial procedures, controls and processes and improving or streamlining these for continuous improvement This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week between Monday and Friday. The role will primarily be based on-site, but for the right candidate could accommodate 1 day a week working remotely. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Prior experience leading a finance team and strong management skills Excellent communication skills and ability to act as a business partner to key stakeholders Experience operating in a group structure, with 'hands-on' experience of an SME environment Strong technical skills and competency Change management experience or systems improvement experience would be highly advantageous. Experience using Netsuite would also be advantageous. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Senior People Operations Manager - EMEA Our client is a global organisation in the financial services sector, providing trusted data, analytics and solutions. Oakleaf are looking for a Senior People Operations Manager, EMEA to lead and elevate their current People Operations function across the region. Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, EMEA, you will oversee a team of 3 responsible for delivering an outstanding employee experience while enabling efficiency, scalability, and growth. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people management skills, operational expertise, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems to enhance efficiencies and support their future growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing People Operations team across multiple hubs in EMEA Drive operational excellence by streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and leveraging automation Act as a trusted partner to People & Culture leaders and global colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency in HR programs and initiatives Use data and analytics to measure impact, track KPIs, and inform business decisions Partner with global operations and cross-functional teams (e.g. Finance, Technology) to align on priorities and enhance ways of working Champion a service-focused approach that prioritises employee experience and supports business growth Experience/Skills: Proven experience managing People Operations/HR teams in an international environment Strong people leadership skills with a track record of coaching and developing teams Background in HR process optimisation, automation, and service delivery improvement Proficient in HR technology (ideally Workday, ServiceNow, and data tools such as Power BI) Commercial mindset with the ability to deliver measurable value through operations Collaborative, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement
May 06, 2026
Full time
Senior People Operations Manager - EMEA Our client is a global organisation in the financial services sector, providing trusted data, analytics and solutions. Oakleaf are looking for a Senior People Operations Manager, EMEA to lead and elevate their current People Operations function across the region. Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, EMEA, you will oversee a team of 3 responsible for delivering an outstanding employee experience while enabling efficiency, scalability, and growth. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people management skills, operational expertise, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems to enhance efficiencies and support their future growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing People Operations team across multiple hubs in EMEA Drive operational excellence by streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and leveraging automation Act as a trusted partner to People & Culture leaders and global colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency in HR programs and initiatives Use data and analytics to measure impact, track KPIs, and inform business decisions Partner with global operations and cross-functional teams (e.g. Finance, Technology) to align on priorities and enhance ways of working Champion a service-focused approach that prioritises employee experience and supports business growth Experience/Skills: Proven experience managing People Operations/HR teams in an international environment Strong people leadership skills with a track record of coaching and developing teams Background in HR process optimisation, automation, and service delivery improvement Proficient in HR technology (ideally Workday, ServiceNow, and data tools such as Power BI) Commercial mindset with the ability to deliver measurable value through operations Collaborative, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement
Associate Cost Manager LONDON Up to £95,000 per annum I am working on behalf of an established, independent construction and property consultancy with a strong UK and international presence. The business delivers cost and project management services across commercial office, fit out, hospitality and mixed use sectors. Known for its partner led structure and collaborative culture, the firm offers direct access to leadership, high profile projects and clear progression routes. They are currently recruiting for a senior position within the London Cost Management team, acting as a key client lead across pre and post contract stages. You will take ownership of projects from early cost planning through to final account, ensuring strong commercial control while supporting team development and contributing to wider business growth. Responsibilities Lead procurement strategies and tender processes Prepare cost plans, budgets and financial reports Manage valuations, variations and final accounts Monitor risk, change control and project performance Act as primary client contact on projects Mentor junior team members About You Degree qualified and MRICS Strong consultancy experience Proven pre & post contract capability Experience in office, fit out or hospitality sectors Confident client facing professional with leadership ability If you are interested in pursuing this position, please contact Annabel
May 06, 2026
Full time
Associate Cost Manager LONDON Up to £95,000 per annum I am working on behalf of an established, independent construction and property consultancy with a strong UK and international presence. The business delivers cost and project management services across commercial office, fit out, hospitality and mixed use sectors. Known for its partner led structure and collaborative culture, the firm offers direct access to leadership, high profile projects and clear progression routes. They are currently recruiting for a senior position within the London Cost Management team, acting as a key client lead across pre and post contract stages. You will take ownership of projects from early cost planning through to final account, ensuring strong commercial control while supporting team development and contributing to wider business growth. Responsibilities Lead procurement strategies and tender processes Prepare cost plans, budgets and financial reports Manage valuations, variations and final accounts Monitor risk, change control and project performance Act as primary client contact on projects Mentor junior team members About You Degree qualified and MRICS Strong consultancy experience Proven pre & post contract capability Experience in office, fit out or hospitality sectors Confident client facing professional with leadership ability If you are interested in pursuing this position, please contact Annabel
FP&A Manager Location: Lincolnshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Are you a qualified finance professional with a passion for reporting, analysis and driving better decisions? Do you want a role where you can blend technical accounting strength with data-led insight? We are recruiting for an FP&A Manager to join a growing organisation in Lincolnshire during a period of operational and financial evolution. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into a role with real influence - strengthening financial planning, enhancing reporting frameworks and improving how data supports decision-making across the business. The Role As FP&A Manager , you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting processes, ensuring clarity, accuracy and commercial insight. You'll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to translate financial and operational data into meaningful analysis. This role requires a blend of strong technical accounting capability and advanced reporting and analytics expertise. The business is investing in improving its planning and reporting capability, and this role will play a central part in shaping that journey. Key Responsibilities Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes Develop and enhance financial planning models Deliver insightful monthly performance reporting and variance analysis Strengthen reporting frameworks and KPI dashboards Provide commercial insight to senior stakeholders Support data analysis and improve reporting automation Ensure strong financial governance underpinning planning processes About You ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Strong technical accounting background Experience within FP&A, commercial finance or financial planning Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability Comfortable working with large data sets and reporting tools Proactive, change-oriented and confident influencing stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity for a driven FP&A Manager looking to shape reporting, influence decision-making and play a key role within a growing organisation. Apply today or contact Harry at Blusource Recruitment on for more information.
May 06, 2026
Full time
FP&A Manager Location: Lincolnshire Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Are you a qualified finance professional with a passion for reporting, analysis and driving better decisions? Do you want a role where you can blend technical accounting strength with data-led insight? We are recruiting for an FP&A Manager to join a growing organisation in Lincolnshire during a period of operational and financial evolution. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into a role with real influence - strengthening financial planning, enhancing reporting frameworks and improving how data supports decision-making across the business. The Role As FP&A Manager , you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting processes, ensuring clarity, accuracy and commercial insight. You'll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to translate financial and operational data into meaningful analysis. This role requires a blend of strong technical accounting capability and advanced reporting and analytics expertise. The business is investing in improving its planning and reporting capability, and this role will play a central part in shaping that journey. Key Responsibilities Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes Develop and enhance financial planning models Deliver insightful monthly performance reporting and variance analysis Strengthen reporting frameworks and KPI dashboards Provide commercial insight to senior stakeholders Support data analysis and improve reporting automation Ensure strong financial governance underpinning planning processes About You ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Strong technical accounting background Experience within FP&A, commercial finance or financial planning Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability Comfortable working with large data sets and reporting tools Proactive, change-oriented and confident influencing stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity for a driven FP&A Manager looking to shape reporting, influence decision-making and play a key role within a growing organisation. Apply today or contact Harry at Blusource Recruitment on for more information.
National Account Manager Benefits £45K-£65K salary DOE 5% discretionary bonus Hybrid working: 4 office days, 1 home day Free onsite parking Supportive, inclusive culture aligned with company values Role Purpose The National Account Manager (NAM) leads strategic commercial relationships with key national retail and wholesale partners. The role drives profitable growth, builds long-term customer partnerships, and ensures commercial excellence across assigned accounts. Acting as the link between senior leadership and the sales organisation, the postholder develops and delivers joint business plans, manages full P&L responsibility, and oversees execution across in-store and digital channels. The NAM also supports the development of high-performing account teams and promotes data-driven, customer-centric decision-making. Key Responsibilities Build and manage strong commercial relationships with national customers, serving as the main contact for strategy, category reviews, and supply chain collaboration. Lead pricing, terms, contract, and promotional negotiations to deliver mutual value. Develop and execute Joint Business Plans (JBPs) aligned with business goals. Own full P&L for assigned accounts, achieving targets for revenue, volume, margin, and trade spend. Identify growth opportunities through distribution gains, NPD, and promotional programmes. Analyse performance, market trends, and competitor activity to inform strategy. Deliver accurate forecasting and partner with supply chain teams to maintain service levels. Manage and optimise trade spend, ensuring ROI and continuous improvement. Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Category, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver customer initiatives. Lead internal account reviews, presenting insights, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders. Ensure flawless execution across stores and online, including pricing, merchandising, and activation. Resolve compliance issues promptly and maintain documentation for audit requirements. Core Attributes Takes full ownership of commercial performance and proactively identifies risks and opportunities. Builds trusted partnerships and leads high-impact negotiations confidently. Creates compelling commercial plans that deliver profitable growth. Applies data, insight, and CRM tools to drive forecasting and performance improvement. Demonstrates strong financial acumen across P&L, margin, and trade spend. Leads teams with clarity and ambition, fostering a high-performance culture. Tackles underperformance quickly with effective corrective actions. Collaborates effectively across teams to align strategy and ensure delivery excellence. Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong sales leadership and people management experience. Proven commercial track record delivering revenue, margin, and profitable growth. Experience managing national accounts and complex negotiations. Advanced negotiation, influencing, and value-based selling skills. Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and performance management. Strong analytical ability with CRM and sales data tools. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience influencing senior leadership. Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience in senior sales leadership roles Exposure to category development, innovation, or cross-functional commercial projects.
May 06, 2026
Full time
National Account Manager Benefits £45K-£65K salary DOE 5% discretionary bonus Hybrid working: 4 office days, 1 home day Free onsite parking Supportive, inclusive culture aligned with company values Role Purpose The National Account Manager (NAM) leads strategic commercial relationships with key national retail and wholesale partners. The role drives profitable growth, builds long-term customer partnerships, and ensures commercial excellence across assigned accounts. Acting as the link between senior leadership and the sales organisation, the postholder develops and delivers joint business plans, manages full P&L responsibility, and oversees execution across in-store and digital channels. The NAM also supports the development of high-performing account teams and promotes data-driven, customer-centric decision-making. Key Responsibilities Build and manage strong commercial relationships with national customers, serving as the main contact for strategy, category reviews, and supply chain collaboration. Lead pricing, terms, contract, and promotional negotiations to deliver mutual value. Develop and execute Joint Business Plans (JBPs) aligned with business goals. Own full P&L for assigned accounts, achieving targets for revenue, volume, margin, and trade spend. Identify growth opportunities through distribution gains, NPD, and promotional programmes. Analyse performance, market trends, and competitor activity to inform strategy. Deliver accurate forecasting and partner with supply chain teams to maintain service levels. Manage and optimise trade spend, ensuring ROI and continuous improvement. Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Category, Finance, and Supply Chain to deliver customer initiatives. Lead internal account reviews, presenting insights, risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders. Ensure flawless execution across stores and online, including pricing, merchandising, and activation. Resolve compliance issues promptly and maintain documentation for audit requirements. Core Attributes Takes full ownership of commercial performance and proactively identifies risks and opportunities. Builds trusted partnerships and leads high-impact negotiations confidently. Creates compelling commercial plans that deliver profitable growth. Applies data, insight, and CRM tools to drive forecasting and performance improvement. Demonstrates strong financial acumen across P&L, margin, and trade spend. Leads teams with clarity and ambition, fostering a high-performance culture. Tackles underperformance quickly with effective corrective actions. Collaborates effectively across teams to align strategy and ensure delivery excellence. Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong sales leadership and people management experience. Proven commercial track record delivering revenue, margin, and profitable growth. Experience managing national accounts and complex negotiations. Advanced negotiation, influencing, and value-based selling skills. Expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and performance management. Strong analytical ability with CRM and sales data tools. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience influencing senior leadership. Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or equivalent experience. Desirable Experience in senior sales leadership roles Exposure to category development, innovation, or cross-functional commercial projects.
About us Salary - Competitive Work Type - Onsite - 3 days office / flexible arrangements available Job Location - WINDERMERE - LINGLEY MERE, LINGLEY MERE, LINGLEY GREEN AVENUE, GREAT SANKEY, WARRINGTON, WA5 3LP Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Car cash allowance - £5,000 Up to 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose The Commercial Business Manager - IT Procurement is responsible for strategically managing the sourcing and procurement of IT products and services to ensure cost efficiency, compliance, and alignment with business objectives. This role bridges the needs of the Technology Services team with commercial strategy, driving contractor performance and procurement delivery. What you'll be doing Leadership of a specific spend category team, comprising a market management, sourcing delivery, and supplier collaboration capability. Responsible for building influential relationships with relevant business stakeholders through the implementation of the full business partnering model. Lead the development and implementation of highly complex, business critical and high spend (greater than £150M) market strategies, influencing annual spend of more than £80M per annum. Oversight of the team in their delivery of market, sourcing and supplier collaboration led value. Responsible for facilitating the delivery of multi-million pound savings and defined benefits, working in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders, approved by Finance, and applied to budgets, where applicable. Lead the annual business planning process for the specific spend category and relevant stakeholders. Lead regular external market benchmark assessments, reflected in the integrated market strategies, to include competitor market watch assessments, market trend analysis, market dynamics and innovation. Active management of business compliance to the Procurement Policy specific to spend category, whilst ensuring workload management & prioritisation and agile working methodologies are adopted for qualified opportunities. Recognised throughout UU and the external market for their market, sourcing and supplier collaboration management expertise. Bring innovation, insights, and ideas back into UU to solve real business problems and to support the delivery and success of the business. Lead a team of motivated and talented commercial professionals, fostering team-work, coaching, challenging, promoting talent management, with a succession plan implemented. Technical Skills & Experience Extensive experience in a reputable organisation, or experience working in a equivalent Role. Preferably degree educated, with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g. CIPS,RICS, MBA, MSC) Significant experience of leading business critical spend categories, sourcing strategies, and strategic supplier relationships. Proven senior level stakeholder management and business partnering skillset. A demonstrable level of line management experience. Proven level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set. Politically savvy, with the ability to use exemplary direct and indirect influencing strategies. Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience and in large, complex organisations Experience with cross-functional collaborative working methods. Detailed knowledge of the Utilities market sector. Project management experience would be an advantage Knowledge of vendor evaluation, selection, and management to engage with external technology partners effectively. Extensive knowledge of Information Technology industry regulations and data privacy laws to ensure technology practices align with legal requirements Understanding of the Commercial role in IT governance, IT strategy and Enterprise architecture. Proficient understanding of IT delivery methodologies such as agile project management and DevOps Proficient understanding of IT service management, including incident and problem management tools and support processes. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Degree educated, with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g. CIPS,RICS, MBA, MSC) Desirable Specific knowledge of Technology use in Utilities or Energy Sector. E.g. Water Network Management Systems, Geospatial, SatelliteKnowledge of OT and its impact on the Technology Services Estate Other We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
May 06, 2026
Full time
About us Salary - Competitive Work Type - Onsite - 3 days office / flexible arrangements available Job Location - WINDERMERE - LINGLEY MERE, LINGLEY MERE, LINGLEY GREEN AVENUE, GREAT SANKEY, WARRINGTON, WA5 3LP Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Car cash allowance - £5,000 Up to 20% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose The Commercial Business Manager - IT Procurement is responsible for strategically managing the sourcing and procurement of IT products and services to ensure cost efficiency, compliance, and alignment with business objectives. This role bridges the needs of the Technology Services team with commercial strategy, driving contractor performance and procurement delivery. What you'll be doing Leadership of a specific spend category team, comprising a market management, sourcing delivery, and supplier collaboration capability. Responsible for building influential relationships with relevant business stakeholders through the implementation of the full business partnering model. Lead the development and implementation of highly complex, business critical and high spend (greater than £150M) market strategies, influencing annual spend of more than £80M per annum. Oversight of the team in their delivery of market, sourcing and supplier collaboration led value. Responsible for facilitating the delivery of multi-million pound savings and defined benefits, working in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders, approved by Finance, and applied to budgets, where applicable. Lead the annual business planning process for the specific spend category and relevant stakeholders. Lead regular external market benchmark assessments, reflected in the integrated market strategies, to include competitor market watch assessments, market trend analysis, market dynamics and innovation. Active management of business compliance to the Procurement Policy specific to spend category, whilst ensuring workload management & prioritisation and agile working methodologies are adopted for qualified opportunities. Recognised throughout UU and the external market for their market, sourcing and supplier collaboration management expertise. Bring innovation, insights, and ideas back into UU to solve real business problems and to support the delivery and success of the business. Lead a team of motivated and talented commercial professionals, fostering team-work, coaching, challenging, promoting talent management, with a succession plan implemented. Technical Skills & Experience Extensive experience in a reputable organisation, or experience working in a equivalent Role. Preferably degree educated, with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g. CIPS,RICS, MBA, MSC) Significant experience of leading business critical spend categories, sourcing strategies, and strategic supplier relationships. Proven senior level stakeholder management and business partnering skillset. A demonstrable level of line management experience. Proven level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set. Politically savvy, with the ability to use exemplary direct and indirect influencing strategies. Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience and in large, complex organisations Experience with cross-functional collaborative working methods. Detailed knowledge of the Utilities market sector. Project management experience would be an advantage Knowledge of vendor evaluation, selection, and management to engage with external technology partners effectively. Extensive knowledge of Information Technology industry regulations and data privacy laws to ensure technology practices align with legal requirements Understanding of the Commercial role in IT governance, IT strategy and Enterprise architecture. Proficient understanding of IT delivery methodologies such as agile project management and DevOps Proficient understanding of IT service management, including incident and problem management tools and support processes. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Degree educated, with a relevant post-graduate qualification (e.g. CIPS,RICS, MBA, MSC) Desirable Specific knowledge of Technology use in Utilities or Energy Sector. E.g. Water Network Management Systems, Geospatial, SatelliteKnowledge of OT and its impact on the Technology Services Estate Other We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
