Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Finance Manager - Office based This Finance Manager position offers the chance to take full ownership of the company's financial operations and shape long-term financial strategy. It's a hands-on, office based role for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing or construction experience, confident in balancing day-to-day control with strategic insight and a senior management mindset, able to demonstrate where you have made solid financial recommendations to grow a business. As Finance Manager, you'll be central to driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial processes, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: Project & Construction Finance: Working closely with project managers, estimators, and commercial teams to oversee: Project profitability tracking and cost-to-cost forecasting Project valuations and applications for payment Tendering and bidding with accurate cost analysis Fully responsible for: Retentions management and recovery Contractual payment mechanisms (including MCD and similar frameworks ) Strategic Finance Evaluate investments, capital expenditure, and asset management Advise on borrowing, financing options, and lender relationships Support growth initiatives with robust financial modelling Financial Operations Lead bookkeeping, ledgers, and monthly/annual reporting Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity Develop and control budgets across departments and projects Oversee procurement and purchasing to reduce material and overhead costs Produce management accounts, cost reports, and financial KPIs What You Bring as Finance Manager Experience & Capability Proven experience as a Finance Manager or senior finance lead Strong background in manufacturing or contracting finance Deep knowledge of bookkeeping, cashflow, and budget management Solid understanding of construction finance: valuations, bidding, retentions, payment cycles Experience advising on investments, borrowing, and financial strategy High levels of accuracy, integrity, and commercial awareness Desirable Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experience in specialist construction or craft-led sectors Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills Understanding of M&A activity Experience implementing share ownership schemes Ways of Working Skilled at improving efficiency through strong processes, controls, and governance Confident ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements Experience integrating financial systems with operational platforms (e.g., Simpro, Procore) Comfortable liaising with external accountants, auditors, banks, and advisors Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach Clear, confident communicator able to advise at director level Organised, proactive, and commercially minded Values-driven, committed to quality and long-term legacy Due to the nature of the role, it is office based, therefore you will need to live within a daily commutable distance, using your own transport. Only those who fulfill the specified criteria will be considered. If you have not received a response within 5 working days, then you have not been successful on this occasion. Gibson Search acting as an Employment Agency.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - Office based This Finance Manager position offers the chance to take full ownership of the company's financial operations and shape long-term financial strategy. It's a hands-on, office based role for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing or construction experience, confident in balancing day-to-day control with strategic insight and a senior management mindset, able to demonstrate where you have made solid financial recommendations to grow a business. As Finance Manager, you'll be central to driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial processes, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: Project & Construction Finance: Working closely with project managers, estimators, and commercial teams to oversee: Project profitability tracking and cost-to-cost forecasting Project valuations and applications for payment Tendering and bidding with accurate cost analysis Fully responsible for: Retentions management and recovery Contractual payment mechanisms (including MCD and similar frameworks ) Strategic Finance Evaluate investments, capital expenditure, and asset management Advise on borrowing, financing options, and lender relationships Support growth initiatives with robust financial modelling Financial Operations Lead bookkeeping, ledgers, and monthly/annual reporting Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity Develop and control budgets across departments and projects Oversee procurement and purchasing to reduce material and overhead costs Produce management accounts, cost reports, and financial KPIs What You Bring as Finance Manager Experience & Capability Proven experience as a Finance Manager or senior finance lead Strong background in manufacturing or contracting finance Deep knowledge of bookkeeping, cashflow, and budget management Solid understanding of construction finance: valuations, bidding, retentions, payment cycles Experience advising on investments, borrowing, and financial strategy High levels of accuracy, integrity, and commercial awareness Desirable Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experience in specialist construction or craft-led sectors Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills Understanding of M&A activity Experience implementing share ownership schemes Ways of Working Skilled at improving efficiency through strong processes, controls, and governance Confident ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements Experience integrating financial systems with operational platforms (e.g., Simpro, Procore) Comfortable liaising with external accountants, auditors, banks, and advisors Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach Clear, confident communicator able to advise at director level Organised, proactive, and commercially minded Values-driven, committed to quality and long-term legacy Due to the nature of the role, it is office based, therefore you will need to live within a daily commutable distance, using your own transport. Only those who fulfill the specified criteria will be considered. If you have not received a response within 5 working days, then you have not been successful on this occasion. Gibson Search acting as an Employment Agency.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
THE CHARTERED SOCIETY OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
City, London
£53,592 FTE per annum Full time, 35 hours per week Fixed term contract for ending 31 st December 2027 This contract has the potential to become permanent. About the role London-based roles: London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. We're looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy's Facilities & Operations team at an exciting time, to lead on major procurement activity across the organisation to deliver value for money for our members, best practice contract management and ensure we are maximising value from our supplier relationships. The CSP is a dynamic organisation with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase our support to members and ensure we are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of our members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as we embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships. The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the CSP in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Our Charter aligns strongly to the CSP's values and recognises the connection between our work, that of our colleagues and the care our members provide to patients. Are you: A leader and collaborator, looking for an outstanding opportunity to lead on transformation across the organisation? A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation? Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money? Able to challenge well and support budget holders development at all levels across the organisation? A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills? If so, we want to hear from you! Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with line manager in advance. Further information View the Candidate Information Pack, which includes the full Job Description and Person Specification, and details on how to apply. If you have any questions about the role, please contact John Catley, Facilities & Operations Manager, by email at . Working arrangements Hybrid working The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees can decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from. Flexible working We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy? The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare. At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please click here for further information. How to apply Please click on the 'Apply online' tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack. Closing date: 10am, 6 th May 2026. Shortlisting outcome: 7 th May 2026. Interview date: 14 th May 2026. Equality, Diversity and Belonging Accessibility and adjustments To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact , and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability Confident Scheme As part of the Disability Confident Scheme , candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. We may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, we will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview. Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP's workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please click here . NO AGENCIES
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
£53,592 FTE per annum Full time, 35 hours per week Fixed term contract for ending 31 st December 2027 This contract has the potential to become permanent. About the role London-based roles: London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home. We're looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy's Facilities & Operations team at an exciting time, to lead on major procurement activity across the organisation to deliver value for money for our members, best practice contract management and ensure we are maximising value from our supplier relationships. The CSP is a dynamic organisation with an ambitious corporate strategy to increase our support to members and ensure we are fit for purpose as a sector-leading hybrid working organisation. The Procurement Manager is a key appointment offering the opportunity to shape and professionalise procurement across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, achieving savings, and building lasting capability in procurement and contract management, ensuring fit for purpose services are achieved across the Society in a value for money led, well-coordinated way for the benefit of our members, now and in the future. This is particularly important to us as we embark on a multiyear programme of Digital Transformation, which involves reprocuring business critical contracts and embedding positive supplier relationships. The Facilities & Operations team work as part of the Corporate Services and Infrastructure (CSI) directorate. CSI is a centre for excellence; a collection of professionals leading the CSP in its ambition to be a modern, influential and impactful organisation. Our Charter aligns strongly to the CSP's values and recognises the connection between our work, that of our colleagues and the care our members provide to patients. Are you: A leader and collaborator, looking for an outstanding opportunity to lead on transformation across the organisation? A solutions focused and big picture thinker, who is able to challenge and shape efficiencies across the organisation? Driven and passionate about building effective relationships and maximising value for money? Able to challenge well and support budget holders development at all levels across the organisation? A values-led and trusted people leader with strong technical skills? If so, we want to hear from you! Please note, the current expectation is that colleagues will travel to the office one day per week throughout the year, on specified days agreed with line manager in advance. Further information View the Candidate Information Pack, which includes the full Job Description and Person Specification, and details on how to apply. If you have any questions about the role, please contact John Catley, Facilities & Operations Manager, by email at . Working arrangements Hybrid working The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees can decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from. Flexible working We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy? The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare. At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please click here for further information. How to apply Please click on the 'Apply online' tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack. Closing date: 10am, 6 th May 2026. Shortlisting outcome: 7 th May 2026. Interview date: 14 th May 2026. Equality, Diversity and Belonging Accessibility and adjustments To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact , and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability Confident Scheme As part of the Disability Confident Scheme , candidates who declare a disability and meet the six essential criteria we have selected will normally be shortlisted for interview. There may be occasions, such as having a high-volume of applications, where it is not possible to interview all Disability Confident candidates who meet the six selected essential criteria for the role. We may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both candidates with and without disabilities. In these circumstances, we will ensure that a proportionate number of disabled candidates are shortlisted for interview. Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP's workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please click here . NO AGENCIES
Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd
Hull, Yorkshire
Finance Manager Location: Hull Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience You will join a growing, internationally backed manufacturing business as the number two in finance, working closely with an experienced Finance Director who is committed to developing their successor. From day one, you ll be involved in more than reporting. You ll contribute to strategic decisions, challenge performance, and take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of the finance function. This is a role for someone who wants to step beyond the numbers, influence how the business operates, and build towards a future Finance Director position, without the usual guesswork around when or how that happens. The Opportunity You will act as the number two in finance, partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, improve processes and support ambitious growth plans. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, group reporting and financial submissions to strict deadlines Drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning Provide meaningful commercial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Take ownership of working capital, cashflow forecasting and financial controls Oversee VAT and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Build, mentor and develop a small finance team Partner with departments across operations, supply chain and commercial teams Support investment decisions, cost control initiatives and strategic projects Strengthen systems, processes and governance to enable scalable growth About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment Strong track record of managing full financials (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow) Confident in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling Commercially astute with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience leading or developing teams Comfortable operating in a hands-on, site-based role Ambitious, driven and keen to progress into a senior leadership position Why Apply? Clear pathway to Finance Director High level of exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business Supportive environment focused on development and progression International exposure within a wider group structure Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven t received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit (url removed)
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Location: Hull Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience You will join a growing, internationally backed manufacturing business as the number two in finance, working closely with an experienced Finance Director who is committed to developing their successor. From day one, you ll be involved in more than reporting. You ll contribute to strategic decisions, challenge performance, and take ownership of the day-to-day leadership of the finance function. This is a role for someone who wants to step beyond the numbers, influence how the business operates, and build towards a future Finance Director position, without the usual guesswork around when or how that happens. The Opportunity You will act as the number two in finance, partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver insight, improve processes and support ambitious growth plans. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, group reporting and financial submissions to strict deadlines Drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning Provide meaningful commercial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Take ownership of working capital, cashflow forecasting and financial controls Oversee VAT and tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions Build, mentor and develop a small finance team Partner with departments across operations, supply chain and commercial teams Support investment decisions, cost control initiatives and strategic projects Strengthen systems, processes and governance to enable scalable growth About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment Strong track record of managing full financials (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow) Confident in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling Commercially astute with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Experience leading or developing teams Comfortable operating in a hands-on, site-based role Ambitious, driven and keen to progress into a senior leadership position Why Apply? Clear pathway to Finance Director High level of exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business Supportive environment focused on development and progression International exposure within a wider group structure Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven t received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit (url removed)
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow , belong and impact . Job Purpose As an Internal Audit Manager within the Banking Risk Consulting Team, you will be responsible for planning, fieldwork, delivery and finalisation of internal audit engagements, leading a team of Assistant Manager and Senior Consultants and presenting at Audit Committees, to a range of banking and building society clients. Primarily, the team provide outsourced and co-sourced internal audit services, however, we also provide (or support other teams with the delivery of) a range of risk-based engagements including corporate governance reviews and External Quality Assessments. Having experienced significant growth, the team are looking for a motivated individual, who will have excellent opportunities for progression. Core Responsibilities Management of a portfolio of clients, including overseeing the preparation and delivery of Internal Audit plan, Risk Assessments, client engagement, committee presentation and reporting. Performance and management of internal audit fieldwork along with supporting a team of internal auditors including assistant manager and senior consultants, Preparation and review of draft internal audit reports and other deliverables. Leading opening and closing meetings with key client contacts (Exco). Developing and maintaining good relationships with clients. Providing on-the-job training and supervision of junior team members. Identify opportunities and prospects for new work Lead the preparation of client proposals / pitches. Ensure Quality and Risk standards and procedures are maintained across the team. Attributes, Knowledge &Experience Holds either ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA or CII (or equivalent) qualification. Experience of planning, delivering and managing internal audit fieldwork. Experience of managing a portfolio of Banking and Financial Services Internal Audit clients. Experience of delivering and leading reviews such as - Underwriting and Credit Risk Management Enterprise Risk Management Deposit and Card operations Compliance Framework reviews Third party Risk Management Payment operations Good understanding of the UK regulations applicable to Financial Services (specifically Banks, Building Societies and non-bank lenders). Good understanding of requirements under MCOBs for Regulated loans Strong communication and report writing skills; the candidate will also be a confident speaker to deliver effective training sessions and webinars both to client/colleagues. Should have experience of presenting at Audit Committees Good interpersonal, client handling and project management skills. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow , belong and impact . Job Purpose As an Internal Audit Manager within the Banking Risk Consulting Team, you will be responsible for planning, fieldwork, delivery and finalisation of internal audit engagements, leading a team of Assistant Manager and Senior Consultants and presenting at Audit Committees, to a range of banking and building society clients. Primarily, the team provide outsourced and co-sourced internal audit services, however, we also provide (or support other teams with the delivery of) a range of risk-based engagements including corporate governance reviews and External Quality Assessments. Having experienced significant growth, the team are looking for a motivated individual, who will have excellent opportunities for progression. Core Responsibilities Management of a portfolio of clients, including overseeing the preparation and delivery of Internal Audit plan, Risk Assessments, client engagement, committee presentation and reporting. Performance and management of internal audit fieldwork along with supporting a team of internal auditors including assistant manager and senior consultants, Preparation and review of draft internal audit reports and other deliverables. Leading opening and closing meetings with key client contacts (Exco). Developing and maintaining good relationships with clients. Providing on-the-job training and supervision of junior team members. Identify opportunities and prospects for new work Lead the preparation of client proposals / pitches. Ensure Quality and Risk standards and procedures are maintained across the team. Attributes, Knowledge &Experience Holds either ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA or CII (or equivalent) qualification. Experience of planning, delivering and managing internal audit fieldwork. Experience of managing a portfolio of Banking and Financial Services Internal Audit clients. Experience of delivering and leading reviews such as - Underwriting and Credit Risk Management Enterprise Risk Management Deposit and Card operations Compliance Framework reviews Third party Risk Management Payment operations Good understanding of the UK regulations applicable to Financial Services (specifically Banks, Building Societies and non-bank lenders). Good understanding of requirements under MCOBs for Regulated loans Strong communication and report writing skills; the candidate will also be a confident speaker to deliver effective training sessions and webinars both to client/colleagues. Should have experience of presenting at Audit Committees Good interpersonal, client handling and project management skills. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.
Are you looking for a part time contract within the finance industry? Are you ACCA qualified and have advanced knowledge of corporation tax? DS Smith are seeking an experienced Interim Corporate Tax Manager to take ownership of the preparation of corporation tax returns and support the UK corporate tax compliance cycle. This is a standalone role suited to a self sufficient tax professional who can quickly embed themselves into the team and deliver high quality work with limited supervision. Job role: Corporate Tax Manager Location: Paddington Square Shifts: 3 days per week Salary: Inside IR35, 90K- 100K Duration: 4-6 months FTC The role will involve engaging and working with a broad range of business stakeholders including external authorities (regulatory, audit, tax), our advisors, regional finance teams the Group Finance team, other corporate functions (Legal, HR, operations) and shared services. It will also provide the right candidate with an excellent opportunity to review and evolve the existing compliance and reporting processes and functions and be part of and shape the journey as DS Smith relists and returns to being an independent listed group. Responsibilities: Finalisation of UK corporation tax returns for the year ended 30 April 2025 and preparation of the returns eight-month period to 31 December 2025 including capital allowances, group relief, and any adjustments required under UK tax legislation and Prepare and maintain supporting workpapers, schedules, and documentation for internal review and HMRC audit readiness. Preparation of tax numbers and disclosures in the statutory accounts of 20 UK companies for eight-month period to 31 December 2025. Managing cross-border withholding taxes compliance, where the UK is a counterparty, including tax residency certificates and clearances, CT61 reporting. Assist with the development and ongoing oversight of the Tax Control Framework including assisting with internal controls, governance processes and tax risk management policies Keep up to date with changes in UK corporate tax legislation and apply them appropriately and liaise with external advisors where necessary to support more complex technical matters. Roll-forward of UK QIP calculations. Requirements: CTA / ACA / ACCA) qualified with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. Strong UK corporate tax experience, ideally gained in both practice and an inhouse environment. Proven ability to prepare corporation tax returns independently and manage compliance cycles without close supervision. Strong understanding of UK tax legislation, tax accounting, and HMRC processes. Benefits: Advice and editing on your current CV Paid holiday Chance to receive 300 for referring a friend Opportunity for progression into permanent roles Competitive rates of pay Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.
Apr 30, 2026
Seasonal
Are you looking for a part time contract within the finance industry? Are you ACCA qualified and have advanced knowledge of corporation tax? DS Smith are seeking an experienced Interim Corporate Tax Manager to take ownership of the preparation of corporation tax returns and support the UK corporate tax compliance cycle. This is a standalone role suited to a self sufficient tax professional who can quickly embed themselves into the team and deliver high quality work with limited supervision. Job role: Corporate Tax Manager Location: Paddington Square Shifts: 3 days per week Salary: Inside IR35, 90K- 100K Duration: 4-6 months FTC The role will involve engaging and working with a broad range of business stakeholders including external authorities (regulatory, audit, tax), our advisors, regional finance teams the Group Finance team, other corporate functions (Legal, HR, operations) and shared services. It will also provide the right candidate with an excellent opportunity to review and evolve the existing compliance and reporting processes and functions and be part of and shape the journey as DS Smith relists and returns to being an independent listed group. Responsibilities: Finalisation of UK corporation tax returns for the year ended 30 April 2025 and preparation of the returns eight-month period to 31 December 2025 including capital allowances, group relief, and any adjustments required under UK tax legislation and Prepare and maintain supporting workpapers, schedules, and documentation for internal review and HMRC audit readiness. Preparation of tax numbers and disclosures in the statutory accounts of 20 UK companies for eight-month period to 31 December 2025. Managing cross-border withholding taxes compliance, where the UK is a counterparty, including tax residency certificates and clearances, CT61 reporting. Assist with the development and ongoing oversight of the Tax Control Framework including assisting with internal controls, governance processes and tax risk management policies Keep up to date with changes in UK corporate tax legislation and apply them appropriately and liaise with external advisors where necessary to support more complex technical matters. Roll-forward of UK QIP calculations. Requirements: CTA / ACA / ACCA) qualified with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience. Strong UK corporate tax experience, ideally gained in both practice and an inhouse environment. Proven ability to prepare corporation tax returns independently and manage compliance cycles without close supervision. Strong understanding of UK tax legislation, tax accounting, and HMRC processes. Benefits: Advice and editing on your current CV Paid holiday Chance to receive 300 for referring a friend Opportunity for progression into permanent roles Competitive rates of pay Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.
Financial Controller West Bromwich£60,000 - £70,000 + benefits I'm currently partnering with a well-established, growing organisation in the West Midlands to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a key hire within the finance team, offering strong exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence both financial performance and operational decision-making.Reporting directly to the Group Head of Finance, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while acting as a true business partner across operations, supply chain, and commercial teams. This role combines hands-on financial control with strategic input, making it ideal for someone who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) Ensure strong balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations Maintain and enhance financial controls and compliance Support year-end processes and external audits Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles Provide insightful variance analysis with clear, actionable commentary Support financial modelling and scenario planning Monitor cost performance, margins, and operational KPIs Cash Flow & Working Capital Manage cash flow forecasting and optimisation Drive improvements in working capital (inventory, receivables, payables) Partner with credit control and commercial teams to enhance cash performance Business Partnering Act as a key finance contact across operational and commercial teams Support pricing decisions, investment appraisals, and cost-saving initiatives Provide constructive challenge to support better decision-making Oversee R&D reporting aligned with HMRC requirements Systems & Process Improvement Continuously improve finance processes and controls Support ERP system enhancements and implementations (including D365) Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains Team Leadership Lead, develop, and mentor a small finance team Set objectives, review performance, and support professional growth Ensure strong team structure and coverage Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with VAT, tax, and regulatory requirements Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners Support internal and external audit processes About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role Strong background in management accounting, reporting, and financial controls Experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and analysis Confident communicator with strong business partnering skills Advanced Excel and systems capability Desirable: Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments ERP/system implementation exposure (e.g. D365) Previous team management experience Knowledge of UK VAT and statutory reporting Why Apply? High-impact role with real influence on business performance Strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making Opportunity to drive process improvements and shape the finance function Supportive and evolving environment with scope for progression
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller West Bromwich£60,000 - £70,000 + benefits I'm currently partnering with a well-established, growing organisation in the West Midlands to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a key hire within the finance team, offering strong exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence both financial performance and operational decision-making.Reporting directly to the Group Head of Finance, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while acting as a true business partner across operations, supply chain, and commercial teams. This role combines hands-on financial control with strategic input, making it ideal for someone who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) Ensure strong balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations Maintain and enhance financial controls and compliance Support year-end processes and external audits Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles Provide insightful variance analysis with clear, actionable commentary Support financial modelling and scenario planning Monitor cost performance, margins, and operational KPIs Cash Flow & Working Capital Manage cash flow forecasting and optimisation Drive improvements in working capital (inventory, receivables, payables) Partner with credit control and commercial teams to enhance cash performance Business Partnering Act as a key finance contact across operational and commercial teams Support pricing decisions, investment appraisals, and cost-saving initiatives Provide constructive challenge to support better decision-making Oversee R&D reporting aligned with HMRC requirements Systems & Process Improvement Continuously improve finance processes and controls Support ERP system enhancements and implementations (including D365) Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains Team Leadership Lead, develop, and mentor a small finance team Set objectives, review performance, and support professional growth Ensure strong team structure and coverage Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with VAT, tax, and regulatory requirements Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners Support internal and external audit processes About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role Strong background in management accounting, reporting, and financial controls Experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and analysis Confident communicator with strong business partnering skills Advanced Excel and systems capability Desirable: Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments ERP/system implementation exposure (e.g. D365) Previous team management experience Knowledge of UK VAT and statutory reporting Why Apply? High-impact role with real influence on business performance Strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making Opportunity to drive process improvements and shape the finance function Supportive and evolving environment with scope for progression
We are looking for a Senior Treasury Manager with management experience, to oversee and manage treasury operations within the real estate sector. The role is based in Central London and requires expertise in cash forecasting, cash pooling, TMS oversight, covenant reporting and inter-company transactions. Client Details Our client is a prominent entity within the property industry, operating as a large organisation with a focus on financial excellence. It is known for its commitment to maintaining strong financial management and providing a stable and rewarding environment for its employees. Description Lead and develop a team of 4 treasury professionals, setting direction, priorities, and best-practice standards across the function. Own group liquidity and cash management, including short-term forecasting, surplus cash deployment, and support of revolving credit facilities. Design, implement, and manage cash pooling structures, inter-company funding, and liquidity optimisation, working closely with tax on transfer pricing considerations. Oversee covenant monitoring and reporting, supporting lender, shareholder, and internal reporting requirements. Act as a key business partner to finance, tax, and commercial teams to anticipate funding needs and manage liquidity risk. Own, optimise, and enhance the Treasury Management System and associated banking platforms, ensuring accurate trade capture, inter-company settlements, reporting, and strong operational controls. Lead treasury operational activities including bank account management, mandates, payment controls, reconciliations, and engagement with lenders and counterparties. Drive treasury transformation initiatives, including TMS enhancements, bank rationalisation, process improvements, and automation. Maintain strong relationships with banks and treasury advisors, challenging calculations where required and ensuring cost efficiency. Ensure a robust treasury control environment, strong governance, and audit readiness. Profile A successful candidate should have: 7+ years of progressive treasury experience, including at least 2-3 years in a leadership or people management role. Proven experience using and optimising Treasury Management Systems within a complex treasury environment. Demonstrated experience designing or managing cash pooling structures Demonstrated ability to lead and manage sophisticated treasury operations, with strong stakeholder and team leadership skills. Highly analytical and logical problem-solver, with a track record of identifying and implementing process and control improvements. Advanced Excel capability, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £100,000 - £110,000 Attractive 15% performance-based bonus. 4 days per week in office, 1 day work from home. Opportunities for professional growth within the property industry. Supportive work environment with a focus on excellence in accounting and finance. If you are a motivated Senior Treasury Manager with a passion for the property sector, we encourage you to apply today. Take the next step in your career and join an organisation that values expertise and innovation.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Treasury Manager with management experience, to oversee and manage treasury operations within the real estate sector. The role is based in Central London and requires expertise in cash forecasting, cash pooling, TMS oversight, covenant reporting and inter-company transactions. Client Details Our client is a prominent entity within the property industry, operating as a large organisation with a focus on financial excellence. It is known for its commitment to maintaining strong financial management and providing a stable and rewarding environment for its employees. Description Lead and develop a team of 4 treasury professionals, setting direction, priorities, and best-practice standards across the function. Own group liquidity and cash management, including short-term forecasting, surplus cash deployment, and support of revolving credit facilities. Design, implement, and manage cash pooling structures, inter-company funding, and liquidity optimisation, working closely with tax on transfer pricing considerations. Oversee covenant monitoring and reporting, supporting lender, shareholder, and internal reporting requirements. Act as a key business partner to finance, tax, and commercial teams to anticipate funding needs and manage liquidity risk. Own, optimise, and enhance the Treasury Management System and associated banking platforms, ensuring accurate trade capture, inter-company settlements, reporting, and strong operational controls. Lead treasury operational activities including bank account management, mandates, payment controls, reconciliations, and engagement with lenders and counterparties. Drive treasury transformation initiatives, including TMS enhancements, bank rationalisation, process improvements, and automation. Maintain strong relationships with banks and treasury advisors, challenging calculations where required and ensuring cost efficiency. Ensure a robust treasury control environment, strong governance, and audit readiness. Profile A successful candidate should have: 7+ years of progressive treasury experience, including at least 2-3 years in a leadership or people management role. Proven experience using and optimising Treasury Management Systems within a complex treasury environment. Demonstrated experience designing or managing cash pooling structures Demonstrated ability to lead and manage sophisticated treasury operations, with strong stakeholder and team leadership skills. Highly analytical and logical problem-solver, with a track record of identifying and implementing process and control improvements. Advanced Excel capability, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £100,000 - £110,000 Attractive 15% performance-based bonus. 4 days per week in office, 1 day work from home. Opportunities for professional growth within the property industry. Supportive work environment with a focus on excellence in accounting and finance. If you are a motivated Senior Treasury Manager with a passion for the property sector, we encourage you to apply today. Take the next step in your career and join an organisation that values expertise and innovation.
Research Grants Manager We're looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association's research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association's Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Research Grants Manager We're looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association's research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association's Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Ringwood, Hampshire
IT Service Delivery Manager Position: Senior Service Manager (Internal Name) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working Salary: £40k DOE + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role Working alongside two fellow Senior Service Managers, you will form part of a well-established service management team helping to lead the delivery of high-quality IT support services and drive continuous improvement across our client's operational environment. You will be responsible for the day to day operation of their business as usual support services, including allocating tasks, monitoring and maintaining contractual KPI commitments, producing customer reports, and serving as an escalation point for both internal and external stakeholders. You will take ownership of the end-to-end customer experience, understanding people, processes and technology to maximise service quality and ensure operational excellence. You will also hold line-management responsibilities. Duties Include: Provide strategic oversight of all service operations, including the full lifecycle of incidents, service requests, problems, and major incidents, ensuring SLAs are met and ITIL processes (Major Incident, Change, Problem) are consistently applied. Drive proactive and preventive service delivery by identifying recurring issues, analysing operational data and trends, and implementing improvements that reduce disruption and enhance service stability. Lead customer experience and service governance, including Service Reviews, satisfaction measurement, feedback loops, and actionable service reporting that informs continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with customers, internal teams, and technical stakeholders, acting as a senior escalation point and ensuring collaborative, positive service outcomes. Champion continuous improvement and professional development, driving service quality initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining awareness of evolving technologies and best practice. Skills and Experience: Experience in Service Delivery or IT Service Management (three years preferred), with proven leadership experience, a strong track record managing incidents, problems, and major incidents, and consistently meeting SLAs/KPIs. Solid technical understanding of IT support environments, ideally with previous hands on troubleshooting or IT operations experience. Experience and knowledge of using ITIL v3/v4 best practice. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence senior stakeholders, manage escalations professionally, and present confidently. Strong analytical and reporting ability, using data and service metrics to identify trends, reduce recurring issues, and drive measurable improvements. Ability to learn new technologies quickly. Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities and performing effectively under pressure. Proactive and improvement focused, committed to continuous learning, professional development, and raising service standards. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. Some travel to customer sites may be involved, so you must have a Full UK Driving license. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service Birthday as additional paid leave Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance) Company sick pay policy Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance including dental Free Parking Hybrid Working Progression opportunities Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Our Client Our client has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. They are an Employee Ownership Trust - a growing company. They are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Their core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. They encourage progression for their colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join their friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
IT Service Delivery Manager Position: Senior Service Manager (Internal Name) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + Hybrid home working Salary: £40k DOE + Benefits + Company Profit Share Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role Working alongside two fellow Senior Service Managers, you will form part of a well-established service management team helping to lead the delivery of high-quality IT support services and drive continuous improvement across our client's operational environment. You will be responsible for the day to day operation of their business as usual support services, including allocating tasks, monitoring and maintaining contractual KPI commitments, producing customer reports, and serving as an escalation point for both internal and external stakeholders. You will take ownership of the end-to-end customer experience, understanding people, processes and technology to maximise service quality and ensure operational excellence. You will also hold line-management responsibilities. Duties Include: Provide strategic oversight of all service operations, including the full lifecycle of incidents, service requests, problems, and major incidents, ensuring SLAs are met and ITIL processes (Major Incident, Change, Problem) are consistently applied. Drive proactive and preventive service delivery by identifying recurring issues, analysing operational data and trends, and implementing improvements that reduce disruption and enhance service stability. Lead customer experience and service governance, including Service Reviews, satisfaction measurement, feedback loops, and actionable service reporting that informs continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with customers, internal teams, and technical stakeholders, acting as a senior escalation point and ensuring collaborative, positive service outcomes. Champion continuous improvement and professional development, driving service quality initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining awareness of evolving technologies and best practice. Skills and Experience: Experience in Service Delivery or IT Service Management (three years preferred), with proven leadership experience, a strong track record managing incidents, problems, and major incidents, and consistently meeting SLAs/KPIs. Solid technical understanding of IT support environments, ideally with previous hands on troubleshooting or IT operations experience. Experience and knowledge of using ITIL v3/v4 best practice. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence senior stakeholders, manage escalations professionally, and present confidently. Strong analytical and reporting ability, using data and service metrics to identify trends, reduce recurring issues, and drive measurable improvements. Ability to learn new technologies quickly. Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities and performing effectively under pressure. Proactive and improvement focused, committed to continuous learning, professional development, and raising service standards. The role is subject to a standard clear DBS being received. Some travel to customer sites may be involved, so you must have a Full UK Driving license. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free) 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service Birthday as additional paid leave Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance) Company sick pay policy Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance including dental Free Parking Hybrid Working Progression opportunities Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Our Client Our client has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. They are an Employee Ownership Trust - a growing company. They are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Their core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. They encourage progression for their colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join their friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.
Are you an experienced Tax Manager looking for your next challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to take ownership of the Group's tax affairs across UK corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC. You'll play a pivotal role in driving improvements to processes and controls, while working closely with senior finance leadership, including supporting and deputising for the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director. What will you be doing? Compliance & Reporting: Manage tax in accordance with The FA's Tax Strategy and Tax Governance Framework and keep these up to date. Support Commercial Finance in the preparation of corporation tax forecasts for the annual budget, medium-term financial plan and scenario analysis as required. Preparation and submission of UK corporate tax computations and quarterly instalment calculations. Responsible for year-end tax provisioning and disclosures in the statutory financial statements. Perform detailed review and analysis of quarterly VAT returns and appropriate accounting entries. Review of internal processes/databases to ensure tax compliance in all areas is efficiently managed so that comfort can be provided for SAO sign-off. Support the Payroll team with ad-hoc employment tax compliance, including reviewing annual PSA returns. Liaise with external advisers and assist payroll with part-resident employee tax advice. Manage external advisers in the provision of RDEC and Capital Allowances claims. Manage relationship with HMRC, including dispute resolution. Build and maintain a comprehensive permanent database of tax information and establish project files for specific tax advice that can be easily referenced. Advisory: Manage all the tax affairs of the Group, covering corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC and ensure advice across all taxes is consistent, giving consideration to both UK and foreign taxes. Manage exposure to and assess risks of major taxes to the Group and proactively initiate tax projects. Ensure the group is proactive in its tax planning and reviews material contracts/projects to ensure they are set up in the most tax-efficient way. Be the main point of contact for the business on tax issues and proactively partner with the rest of the business (Legal/HR/Procurement/Property, etc.) to support in decision-making, providing relevant and practical advice. Assess the impact of new and proposed UK tax legislation and update the business accordingly. People : Build and manage strong relationships with HMRC and HMT and professional tax advisors for the FA Group and County FAs. Build and manage the relationship with key stakeholders, including payroll, commercial finance, financial operations, financial accounting, and the external auditor, etc. Other : Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities. Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance. What are we looking for? Essential for the role: A recognised tax qualification. Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) - minimum 2 years PQE. Experience within the tax department of a medium to large accounting practice or corporate organisation, including leading the year-end audit process from a tax perspective. Strong experience in Corporation tax and experience in preparing/reviewing VAT returns. Building and managing strong relationships both internally and with external organisations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to disseminate technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to cope under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Understanding of the broader impact of decisions and ensuring all stakeholders are appropriately engaged. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Beneficial to have: Relevant operational finance experience. Good understanding of the football/sports industry. Alphatax experience. Workday Accounting system experience. In-house experience of working in the industry. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) What's in it for you? We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles. To achieve this, we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire, which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders. We currently operate a hybrid working model. The Finance team is expected to work from Wembley Stadium for part of the week, as required by the team, with the remaining days worked remotely. This typically means being in the office 2-3 days per week, usually Tuesday to Thursday. This arrangement is kept under review and may be adjusted in the future if necessary. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below: Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encourages you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being. Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park. Free private medical cover. A contributory pension scheme. An additional 'Thank You' day's leave, volunteering days, as well as 25 days of annual leave ( based on a full-time, permanent contract ) A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility. For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Tax Manager looking for your next challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager to take ownership of the Group's tax affairs across UK corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC. You'll play a pivotal role in driving improvements to processes and controls, while working closely with senior finance leadership, including supporting and deputising for the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director. What will you be doing? Compliance & Reporting: Manage tax in accordance with The FA's Tax Strategy and Tax Governance Framework and keep these up to date. Support Commercial Finance in the preparation of corporation tax forecasts for the annual budget, medium-term financial plan and scenario analysis as required. Preparation and submission of UK corporate tax computations and quarterly instalment calculations. Responsible for year-end tax provisioning and disclosures in the statutory financial statements. Perform detailed review and analysis of quarterly VAT returns and appropriate accounting entries. Review of internal processes/databases to ensure tax compliance in all areas is efficiently managed so that comfort can be provided for SAO sign-off. Support the Payroll team with ad-hoc employment tax compliance, including reviewing annual PSA returns. Liaise with external advisers and assist payroll with part-resident employee tax advice. Manage external advisers in the provision of RDEC and Capital Allowances claims. Manage relationship with HMRC, including dispute resolution. Build and maintain a comprehensive permanent database of tax information and establish project files for specific tax advice that can be easily referenced. Advisory: Manage all the tax affairs of the Group, covering corporation tax, VAT and PAYE/NIC and ensure advice across all taxes is consistent, giving consideration to both UK and foreign taxes. Manage exposure to and assess risks of major taxes to the Group and proactively initiate tax projects. Ensure the group is proactive in its tax planning and reviews material contracts/projects to ensure they are set up in the most tax-efficient way. Be the main point of contact for the business on tax issues and proactively partner with the rest of the business (Legal/HR/Procurement/Property, etc.) to support in decision-making, providing relevant and practical advice. Assess the impact of new and proposed UK tax legislation and update the business accordingly. People : Build and manage strong relationships with HMRC and HMT and professional tax advisors for the FA Group and County FAs. Build and manage the relationship with key stakeholders, including payroll, commercial finance, financial operations, financial accounting, and the external auditor, etc. Other : Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities. Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance. What are we looking for? Essential for the role: A recognised tax qualification. Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) - minimum 2 years PQE. Experience within the tax department of a medium to large accounting practice or corporate organisation, including leading the year-end audit process from a tax perspective. Strong experience in Corporation tax and experience in preparing/reviewing VAT returns. Building and managing strong relationships both internally and with external organisations. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to disseminate technical information clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders. Ability to cope under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Understanding of the broader impact of decisions and ensuring all stakeholders are appropriately engaged. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Beneficial to have: Relevant operational finance experience. Good understanding of the football/sports industry. Alphatax experience. Workday Accounting system experience. In-house experience of working in the industry. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) What's in it for you? We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles. To achieve this, we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire, which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders. We currently operate a hybrid working model. The Finance team is expected to work from Wembley Stadium for part of the week, as required by the team, with the remaining days worked remotely. This typically means being in the office 2-3 days per week, usually Tuesday to Thursday. This arrangement is kept under review and may be adjusted in the future if necessary. We pride ourselves on offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below: Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encourages you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being. Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park. Free private medical cover. A contributory pension scheme. An additional 'Thank You' day's leave, volunteering days, as well as 25 days of annual leave ( based on a full-time, permanent contract ) A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility. For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance
Are you a proven senior leader within large-scale logistics operations? Do you have the capability to lead complex, high-volume environments while developing high-performing leadership teams? Are you commercially astute with a relentless focus on operational excellence and customer delivery? Here at GXO , we are recruiting a Head of Operations to lead our large, multi-user site in Northampton , with responsibility for an operation of approximately 1,000 colleagues . This is a critical senior leadership role with end-to-end accountability for warehouse performance, service delivery, and commercial outcomes. You will directly lead four Contract Managers, setting strategic direction, driving performance, and ensuring alignment to GXO's operational and customer objectives within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This is a full-time, permanent role , working Monday to Friday. Pay, benefits and more: We're offering a of up to £85,000 per annum , plus company car or car allowance , and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Our comprehensive benefits package includes flexible dental insurance, a company-sponsored pension scheme, 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also have access to our MyBenefits platform, offering high-street discounts, cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, savings schemes and more. What you'll do on a typical day: Provide strategic and operational leadership across all warehouse functions, ensuring service excellence, cost control, and compliance at scale. Own and review operational forecasts with customers, aligning labour, recruitment, and resource planning with business performance. Lead financial performance management, identifying cost-saving initiatives and delivering corrective actions to maximise efficiency and profitability. Produce detailed cost reporting and performance narratives, providing clear justification for all spend. Review and optimise daily warehouse plans, driving continuous improvement and the consistent achievement of KPIs. Develop and coach senior operational leaders, strengthening succession planning, engagement, and leadership capability. What you need to succeed at GXO: Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within a large-scale, fast-paced logistics or distribution environment. Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable experience managing budgets, cost control, and financial performance. A track record of leading complex operations through clear objective setting, KPI governance, and performance management. Passion for developing leadership teams, improving employee engagement, and driving a culture of continuous improvement. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Are you a proven senior leader within large-scale logistics operations? Do you have the capability to lead complex, high-volume environments while developing high-performing leadership teams? Are you commercially astute with a relentless focus on operational excellence and customer delivery? Here at GXO , we are recruiting a Head of Operations to lead our large, multi-user site in Northampton , with responsibility for an operation of approximately 1,000 colleagues . This is a critical senior leadership role with end-to-end accountability for warehouse performance, service delivery, and commercial outcomes. You will directly lead four Contract Managers, setting strategic direction, driving performance, and ensuring alignment to GXO's operational and customer objectives within a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. This is a full-time, permanent role , working Monday to Friday. Pay, benefits and more: We're offering a of up to £85,000 per annum , plus company car or car allowance , and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Our comprehensive benefits package includes flexible dental insurance, a company-sponsored pension scheme, 24/7 online GP service, life assurance, and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also have access to our MyBenefits platform, offering high-street discounts, cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, savings schemes and more. What you'll do on a typical day: Provide strategic and operational leadership across all warehouse functions, ensuring service excellence, cost control, and compliance at scale. Own and review operational forecasts with customers, aligning labour, recruitment, and resource planning with business performance. Lead financial performance management, identifying cost-saving initiatives and delivering corrective actions to maximise efficiency and profitability. Produce detailed cost reporting and performance narratives, providing clear justification for all spend. Review and optimise daily warehouse plans, driving continuous improvement and the consistent achievement of KPIs. Develop and coach senior operational leaders, strengthening succession planning, engagement, and leadership capability. What you need to succeed at GXO: Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within a large-scale, fast-paced logistics or distribution environment. Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable experience managing budgets, cost control, and financial performance. A track record of leading complex operations through clear objective setting, KPI governance, and performance management. Passion for developing leadership teams, improving employee engagement, and driving a culture of continuous improvement. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement
About the role If you are interested in keeping the UK's wonderful heritage of church buildings open and in use and want to take the next step in your finance career, then this is an exciting role for you. Come and join a small team at the National Churches Trust and work alongside the Head of Finance and the Finance and Governance Officer by managing the charity's day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. We're looking for someone who can work collaboratively, is detail-oriented and will enjoy being involved in our important work as we expand our reach across the UK. If you enjoy all aspects of financial operations and are keen to develop new skills - and would get satisfaction knowing your work supports the conservation of some of the nation's most important buildings - we would love to hear from you. About the National Churches Trust We want to keep the UK's wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of communities. Our mission: We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming support Our values: Being straightforward in responding to others' needs Providing support that makes a difference Joining forces to achieve greater impact Driving change that brings our vision closer Apply for the role For an informal conversation about the role, please contact the Head of Finance To apply, please send a covering letter (max 2 sides) detailing your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, together with a copy of your CV to . To find out more about this role, please visit , where you can download the information pack, including job description and person specification. Closing date: Sunday, 17 May 2026, midnight. Interview date: Thursday, 4 June 2026, in Westminster, London.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
About the role If you are interested in keeping the UK's wonderful heritage of church buildings open and in use and want to take the next step in your finance career, then this is an exciting role for you. Come and join a small team at the National Churches Trust and work alongside the Head of Finance and the Finance and Governance Officer by managing the charity's day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. We're looking for someone who can work collaboratively, is detail-oriented and will enjoy being involved in our important work as we expand our reach across the UK. If you enjoy all aspects of financial operations and are keen to develop new skills - and would get satisfaction knowing your work supports the conservation of some of the nation's most important buildings - we would love to hear from you. About the National Churches Trust We want to keep the UK's wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of communities. Our mission: We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming support Our values: Being straightforward in responding to others' needs Providing support that makes a difference Joining forces to achieve greater impact Driving change that brings our vision closer Apply for the role For an informal conversation about the role, please contact the Head of Finance To apply, please send a covering letter (max 2 sides) detailing your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, together with a copy of your CV to . To find out more about this role, please visit , where you can download the information pack, including job description and person specification. Closing date: Sunday, 17 May 2026, midnight. Interview date: Thursday, 4 June 2026, in Westminster, London.
Senior Commercial Manager Location: North East RegionContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's North East Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial operations across a portfolio of civil and electrical framework projects, delivering more than £50m of annual turnover. Working with major DNO clients, the Business Unit delivers multiple concurrent programmes of high-volume, low-value works where framework experience, commercial governance and strong leadership are essential.This role forms part of both the Regional Senior Leadership Team and the Divisional Commercial Leadership Team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Provide commercial leadership, ensuring compliance with Freedom's health and safety and governance standards. Manage commercial performance across multiple frameworks, ensuring objectives are met at team, regional and divisional levels. Oversee commercial rigour across all contracts, including cost management and compliance with Group operating procedures. Lead commercial contract reviews, including T&Cs evaluation, risk assessment and mitigation strategies for bids. Ensure all supply chain contracts are appropriate, compliant and commercially robust. Produce cash flow forecasts, monthly forecasting and CVRs in line with business tempo. Measure completed works, manage compensation events and support monthly project reviews. Attend client progress meetings and prepare commercial reports for the Regional Director. Manage applications, invoicing, debt recovery and post-audit activities. Lead, coach and develop commercial staff across the Business Unit. Work closely with operational teams to meet monthly financial targets and support continuous improvement. What We're Looking For: Essential: Significant experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role. Experience in civil and high-voltage electrical projects. Strong framework management experience (high-volume/low-value). Comprehensive understanding of NEC contracts and commercial governance. Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, CVRs and cost control. Desirable: MRICS or similar professional commercial qualification. Relevant degree or equivalent (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management). Experience in DNO or electricity industry organisations. CDM awareness. Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager Location: North East RegionContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom's North East Business Unit has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial operations across a portfolio of civil and electrical framework projects, delivering more than £50m of annual turnover. Working with major DNO clients, the Business Unit delivers multiple concurrent programmes of high-volume, low-value works where framework experience, commercial governance and strong leadership are essential.This role forms part of both the Regional Senior Leadership Team and the Divisional Commercial Leadership Team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Provide commercial leadership, ensuring compliance with Freedom's health and safety and governance standards. Manage commercial performance across multiple frameworks, ensuring objectives are met at team, regional and divisional levels. Oversee commercial rigour across all contracts, including cost management and compliance with Group operating procedures. Lead commercial contract reviews, including T&Cs evaluation, risk assessment and mitigation strategies for bids. Ensure all supply chain contracts are appropriate, compliant and commercially robust. Produce cash flow forecasts, monthly forecasting and CVRs in line with business tempo. Measure completed works, manage compensation events and support monthly project reviews. Attend client progress meetings and prepare commercial reports for the Regional Director. Manage applications, invoicing, debt recovery and post-audit activities. Lead, coach and develop commercial staff across the Business Unit. Work closely with operational teams to meet monthly financial targets and support continuous improvement. What We're Looking For: Essential: Significant experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role. Experience in civil and high-voltage electrical projects. Strong framework management experience (high-volume/low-value). Comprehensive understanding of NEC contracts and commercial governance. Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, CVRs and cost control. Desirable: MRICS or similar professional commercial qualification. Relevant degree or equivalent (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management). Experience in DNO or electricity industry organisations. CDM awareness. Benefits: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
UK QEHS Lead - Electrical & Mechanical Services Location: London with UK-wide travel Reward & Benefits Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 Car allowance: £5,000 Pension: 5% employee / 7% employer contribution Private healthcare: AXA for employee and partner Annual leave: 25 days All business travel expenses covered The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for an experienced QEHS professional who wants to shape standards, influence culture and make a visible impact across a growing UK business. Reporting to the UK Regional Director, the UK QEHS Lead for Electrical & Mechanical Services will set the direction for Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety performance across all UK operations and group activities delivered in the UK. Based from the London office, you will work closely with leadership teams, project delivery teams and supply chain partners, with regular site and regional visits. With strong support from our Dublin Head Office, you will act as the QEHS figurehead for the UK, balancing strategic leadership with practical, value adding delivery. Why This Role Stands Out A high profile position with direct access to senior leadership Genuine autonomy to shape QEHS strategy and standards Exposure to complex, high value projects across sectors such as data centres, energy, industrial and life sciences Opportunity to build, mentor and lead a regional QEHS team A business that values continuous improvement, learning and professional development What You'll Be Doing Leadership & Culture Be a visible role model, promoting a "right first time, incident free" culture Champion QEHS across the UK business, influencing at all levels Drive accountability and ownership for QEHS performance across teams and projects Strategy, Governance & Compliance Lead QEHS systems and requirements across UK operations Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and relevant UK standards, certifications and accreditations Act as the UK point of contact for QEHS related tender and pre qualification activity Operational Excellence Oversee the implementation and monitoring of regional and group QEHS programmes Coordinate and support the UK QEHS team, working closely with Group QEHS functions Ensure supply chain partners meet QEHS requirements and expectations Support other group business units delivering or exploring UK opportunities Risk, Assurance & Incident Management Proactively identify and mitigate safety, environmental and quality risks Lead and support incident and dangerous occurrence investigations, ensuring root causes are addressed Prepare and present clear QEHS performance reports, highlighting trends and improvement opportunities Stakeholder, Client & Regulatory Engagement Build strong relationships with clients, customers and internal stakeholders Engage with regulatory authorities such as the HSE and Environment Agency when required Lead UK quality expectations in line with industry, client and business standards People Development & Improvement Identify, coordinate and manage QEHS training and development needs Coach and mentor teams to raise capability and consistency Sustain a culture of continuous improvement across the UK region About You You are a confident, credible QEHS leader who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery. You are comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and supporting project teams in fast paced environments. Strong analytical and problem solving skills A structured, methodical and risk based mindset Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to translate stakeholder and regulatory requirements into effective processes Strong influencing skills across projects and business functions High visual awareness, spotting issues before they escalates Development & Support Relevant CPD opportunities are supported in line with business needs and company policy, ensuring you continue to grow professionally while delivering impact. If you've built your career in QEHS within an M&E environment and want to step into a regional leadership role, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
UK QEHS Lead - Electrical & Mechanical Services Location: London with UK-wide travel Reward & Benefits Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 Car allowance: £5,000 Pension: 5% employee / 7% employer contribution Private healthcare: AXA for employee and partner Annual leave: 25 days All business travel expenses covered The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role for an experienced QEHS professional who wants to shape standards, influence culture and make a visible impact across a growing UK business. Reporting to the UK Regional Director, the UK QEHS Lead for Electrical & Mechanical Services will set the direction for Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety performance across all UK operations and group activities delivered in the UK. Based from the London office, you will work closely with leadership teams, project delivery teams and supply chain partners, with regular site and regional visits. With strong support from our Dublin Head Office, you will act as the QEHS figurehead for the UK, balancing strategic leadership with practical, value adding delivery. Why This Role Stands Out A high profile position with direct access to senior leadership Genuine autonomy to shape QEHS strategy and standards Exposure to complex, high value projects across sectors such as data centres, energy, industrial and life sciences Opportunity to build, mentor and lead a regional QEHS team A business that values continuous improvement, learning and professional development What You'll Be Doing Leadership & Culture Be a visible role model, promoting a "right first time, incident free" culture Champion QEHS across the UK business, influencing at all levels Drive accountability and ownership for QEHS performance across teams and projects Strategy, Governance & Compliance Lead QEHS systems and requirements across UK operations Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and relevant UK standards, certifications and accreditations Act as the UK point of contact for QEHS related tender and pre qualification activity Operational Excellence Oversee the implementation and monitoring of regional and group QEHS programmes Coordinate and support the UK QEHS team, working closely with Group QEHS functions Ensure supply chain partners meet QEHS requirements and expectations Support other group business units delivering or exploring UK opportunities Risk, Assurance & Incident Management Proactively identify and mitigate safety, environmental and quality risks Lead and support incident and dangerous occurrence investigations, ensuring root causes are addressed Prepare and present clear QEHS performance reports, highlighting trends and improvement opportunities Stakeholder, Client & Regulatory Engagement Build strong relationships with clients, customers and internal stakeholders Engage with regulatory authorities such as the HSE and Environment Agency when required Lead UK quality expectations in line with industry, client and business standards People Development & Improvement Identify, coordinate and manage QEHS training and development needs Coach and mentor teams to raise capability and consistency Sustain a culture of continuous improvement across the UK region About You You are a confident, credible QEHS leader who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery. You are comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and supporting project teams in fast paced environments. Strong analytical and problem solving skills A structured, methodical and risk based mindset Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to translate stakeholder and regulatory requirements into effective processes Strong influencing skills across projects and business functions High visual awareness, spotting issues before they escalates Development & Support Relevant CPD opportunities are supported in line with business needs and company policy, ensuring you continue to grow professionally while delivering impact. If you've built your career in QEHS within an M&E environment and want to step into a regional leadership role, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.
Factory General Manager Established in 1957, our Ashford site is home to some of the UK's most iconic food brands, including Paxo, Batchelors, Angel Delight and Birds. Today, the site operates two highly automated manufacturing centres, producing over 300 products across 21 production lines, supported by a skilled and committed workforce of around 420 colleagues. Following an internal promotion, we are delighted to offer the opportunity for an experienced General Manager to join our team. As Factory General Manager, you will have full accountability for the performance, safety and future success of the site. You will lead all aspects of day to day operations while shaping and delivering a clear 5 year strategic vision, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. At Premier Foods, we're proud of our people first culture. This role offers the opportunity to lead in an environment where colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, take pride in what they do, and grow their careers while delivering outstanding results. Location: Ashford, GB What you'll be doing Creating and sustaining a safe, inclusive working environment, leading a strong behavioural safety culture to reduce accidents and near misses Ensuring food safety, quality and GMP standards are consistently achieved, reviewed and continuously improved Championing the site HACCP programme, ensuring appropriate resource, governance and review Driving reductions in customer complaints and waste through effective maintenance strategies and continuous improvement Establishing robust performance review mechanisms to support delivery of objectives at site, team and individual level Owning the site talent and succession agenda, developing current and future leaders Actively fostering a culture of engagement, accountability and high performance, where people can do their best work Developing and delivering a 5 year Factory strategy, with clear tracking and governance to ensure progress Aligning functional structures, objectives and KPIs to deliver Business and Operations strategies Leading a cost reduction programme through cross functional collaboration Delivering a capital investment programme that supports the long term vision of the site Managing relationships with Local Authorities, Regulatory Bodies and Trade Unions, delegating appropriately to site experts Steering continuous improvement initiatives from concept through to delivery Ensuring clear, transparent and effective site wide communications, delivered through structured briefings Taking accountability for key site decisions, including safety, quality, capital and overhead spend, senior recruitment and employee relations matters What we need from you Significant senior operational leadership experience within FMCG or a comparable manufacturing environment A proven track record of leading large, multi functional teams to deliver strategic and operational goals Experience of succeeding in complex, fast paced and changing environments Strong commercial capability, with experience of building and delivering robust operational budgets Demonstrable success in identifying and implementing manufacturing and operational improvements Experience of leading transformation and cultural change Proven project management capability across continuous improvement, operational efficiency and major capital projects The ability to coach, mentor and role model the behaviours and values required for success Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills at all levels Well developed negotiation skills, with experience of working constructively with Trade Unions What we offer you in return Highly competitive salary A comprehensive range of corporate benefits At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Factory General Manager Established in 1957, our Ashford site is home to some of the UK's most iconic food brands, including Paxo, Batchelors, Angel Delight and Birds. Today, the site operates two highly automated manufacturing centres, producing over 300 products across 21 production lines, supported by a skilled and committed workforce of around 420 colleagues. Following an internal promotion, we are delighted to offer the opportunity for an experienced General Manager to join our team. As Factory General Manager, you will have full accountability for the performance, safety and future success of the site. You will lead all aspects of day to day operations while shaping and delivering a clear 5 year strategic vision, working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across the business. At Premier Foods, we're proud of our people first culture. This role offers the opportunity to lead in an environment where colleagues are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, take pride in what they do, and grow their careers while delivering outstanding results. Location: Ashford, GB What you'll be doing Creating and sustaining a safe, inclusive working environment, leading a strong behavioural safety culture to reduce accidents and near misses Ensuring food safety, quality and GMP standards are consistently achieved, reviewed and continuously improved Championing the site HACCP programme, ensuring appropriate resource, governance and review Driving reductions in customer complaints and waste through effective maintenance strategies and continuous improvement Establishing robust performance review mechanisms to support delivery of objectives at site, team and individual level Owning the site talent and succession agenda, developing current and future leaders Actively fostering a culture of engagement, accountability and high performance, where people can do their best work Developing and delivering a 5 year Factory strategy, with clear tracking and governance to ensure progress Aligning functional structures, objectives and KPIs to deliver Business and Operations strategies Leading a cost reduction programme through cross functional collaboration Delivering a capital investment programme that supports the long term vision of the site Managing relationships with Local Authorities, Regulatory Bodies and Trade Unions, delegating appropriately to site experts Steering continuous improvement initiatives from concept through to delivery Ensuring clear, transparent and effective site wide communications, delivered through structured briefings Taking accountability for key site decisions, including safety, quality, capital and overhead spend, senior recruitment and employee relations matters What we need from you Significant senior operational leadership experience within FMCG or a comparable manufacturing environment A proven track record of leading large, multi functional teams to deliver strategic and operational goals Experience of succeeding in complex, fast paced and changing environments Strong commercial capability, with experience of building and delivering robust operational budgets Demonstrable success in identifying and implementing manufacturing and operational improvements Experience of leading transformation and cultural change Proven project management capability across continuous improvement, operational efficiency and major capital projects The ability to coach, mentor and role model the behaviours and values required for success Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills at all levels Well developed negotiation skills, with experience of working constructively with Trade Unions What we offer you in return Highly competitive salary A comprehensive range of corporate benefits At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.
The Global Category Lead for Labs & Manufacturing Supplies, Filtration & Single Use Technology (SUT) is a strategic category leader responsible for executing CSL's sourcing strategy across a regulated, operationally critical portfolio of approximately USD $90M in annual spend across 1,000 suppliers. The role directly supports Laboratory and Manufacturing Raw Material requirements, including critical materials for quality testing, validation, and final product release, ensuring compliant, efficient, and scalable procurement strategies aligned with enterprise priorities and operational objectives.The Global Category Lead develops category strategies and supplier governance frameworks to drive financial performance, simplify the portfolio, and strengthen supply continuity. The role ensures consistent use of approved suppliers, catalogs, and contracts, minimizing off-channel spend and maximizing network-wide sourcing leverage. By standardizing and simplifying buying processes, the role enhances supply reliability, mitigates operational and regulatory risk, and improves the procurement experience.This role leads supplier consolidation and standardization initiatives to reduce complexity and validation burden for process-critical materials. In partnership with Supply Chain and Operations, the role optimizes Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and replenishment models, balancing working capital efficiency with uninterrupted supply to maintain operational continuity across multiple sites.The Sourcing Lead ensures sourcing strategies comply with GMP, regulatory, and technical requirements through close collaboration with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D. The role also drives the ongoing alignment of the strategic roadmap with long-term enterprise objectives. In addition, the Associate Director builds team capability, provides mentorship, and develops future procurement leaders to sustain performance and resilience across the network. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Category Strategy & Governance Define and execute category strategies for Labs & Manufacturing Supplies, Filtration & Single Use Technology (SUT) aligned to CSL's operational, quality, and regulatory requirements and managing an annual spend of approximately USD 90M.Establish and govern sourcing frameworks, standards, and commercial guardrails that enable compliant, scalable, and efficient procurement across the CSL network.Maintain oversight of supplier segmentation, specification standardisation, and lifecycle management for process-critical materials. 2. Demand Channelling & Procurement Compliance Own demand channeling to preferred buying routes and approved procurement channels, ensuring consistent utilisation of approved suppliers, catalogs, and contracts.Govern supplier and contract adherence to reduce maverick spend, minimise local variability, and maximise network-wide spend leverage.Drive consistent adoption of sourcing strategies across sites through clear governance, stakeholder engagement, and change management. 3. Supplier Consolidation & Risk Management Lead supplier consolidation and standardisation initiatives to reduce portfolio complexity and minimise qualification and validation burden.Strengthen supply assurance and continuity for materials critical to manufacturing, testing, validation, and final product release.Proactively identify and mitigate supply, quality, and compliance risks in partnership with Quality and Operations. 4. Inventory & VMI Optimisation Lead the optimisation of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and replenishment models in collaboration with Supply Chain and site Operations.Balance working capital efficiency with service levels and uninterrupted supply, aligned to demand variability and material criticality. 5. Cross-Functional Partnership & Regulatory Alignment Act as a strategic business partner to Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D.Ensure sourcing strategies align with GMP-aligned sourcing practices, regulatory expectations, and audit readiness requirements.Support change control, material qualification, and validation activities through disciplined supplier and specification management. 6. Performance, Value & Continuous Improvement Deliver measurable outcomes across cost efficiency, spend leverage, supply reliability, and risk reduction.Improve cycle times, process consistency, and user experience by simplifying procurement pathways and enabling ease of execution for the business.Monitor category performance using defined KPIs and continuously refine sourcing approaches to support CSL's operational performance and growth objectives. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or related discipline; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience Requirements Minimum 10+ years' experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement leadership roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing sectors.Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D.Demonstrated success in developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable value, cost efficiency, and supply continuity across complex networks.Experience in supplier consolidation, governance frameworks, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) optimization.Track record of managing complex supplier relationships while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including GMP-aligned sourcing practices.Experience in change management, stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption of standardized procurement pathways across multiple sites Competencies Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term category strategies that balance cost, supply risk, and regulatory compliance while supporting CSL's operational and growth objectives.Leadership and Team Management: Provides effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring to Category Managers and cross-functional partners, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.Supplier Relationship Management: Builds and maintains strategic, value-focused relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration, drive innovation, and ensure supply continuity for critical materials.Negotiation and Commercial Acumen: Applies expert negotiation and contracting skills to secure favourable terms, enforce compliance, and optimise network-wide spend leverage.Process and Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to streamline procurement pathways, standardise frameworks, optimise VMI, reduce complexity, and improve cycle time and user experience.Regulatory & Quality Alignment: Ensures sourcing strategies and supplier practices comply with GMP requirements and support audit readiness, validation, and product release processes.Influence without Direct Authority: Effectively drives adoption of category strategies, governance, and supplier standards across sites and functions through collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Working Conditions Ability to work across time zones and manage global stakeholder relationshipsTravel Requirements (Domestic, International, frequency)Domestic travel as required (maximum 30%)International travel as required (maximum 20%) About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients' needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
The Global Category Lead for Labs & Manufacturing Supplies, Filtration & Single Use Technology (SUT) is a strategic category leader responsible for executing CSL's sourcing strategy across a regulated, operationally critical portfolio of approximately USD $90M in annual spend across 1,000 suppliers. The role directly supports Laboratory and Manufacturing Raw Material requirements, including critical materials for quality testing, validation, and final product release, ensuring compliant, efficient, and scalable procurement strategies aligned with enterprise priorities and operational objectives.The Global Category Lead develops category strategies and supplier governance frameworks to drive financial performance, simplify the portfolio, and strengthen supply continuity. The role ensures consistent use of approved suppliers, catalogs, and contracts, minimizing off-channel spend and maximizing network-wide sourcing leverage. By standardizing and simplifying buying processes, the role enhances supply reliability, mitigates operational and regulatory risk, and improves the procurement experience.This role leads supplier consolidation and standardization initiatives to reduce complexity and validation burden for process-critical materials. In partnership with Supply Chain and Operations, the role optimizes Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and replenishment models, balancing working capital efficiency with uninterrupted supply to maintain operational continuity across multiple sites.The Sourcing Lead ensures sourcing strategies comply with GMP, regulatory, and technical requirements through close collaboration with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D. The role also drives the ongoing alignment of the strategic roadmap with long-term enterprise objectives. In addition, the Associate Director builds team capability, provides mentorship, and develops future procurement leaders to sustain performance and resilience across the network. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Category Strategy & Governance Define and execute category strategies for Labs & Manufacturing Supplies, Filtration & Single Use Technology (SUT) aligned to CSL's operational, quality, and regulatory requirements and managing an annual spend of approximately USD 90M.Establish and govern sourcing frameworks, standards, and commercial guardrails that enable compliant, scalable, and efficient procurement across the CSL network.Maintain oversight of supplier segmentation, specification standardisation, and lifecycle management for process-critical materials. 2. Demand Channelling & Procurement Compliance Own demand channeling to preferred buying routes and approved procurement channels, ensuring consistent utilisation of approved suppliers, catalogs, and contracts.Govern supplier and contract adherence to reduce maverick spend, minimise local variability, and maximise network-wide spend leverage.Drive consistent adoption of sourcing strategies across sites through clear governance, stakeholder engagement, and change management. 3. Supplier Consolidation & Risk Management Lead supplier consolidation and standardisation initiatives to reduce portfolio complexity and minimise qualification and validation burden.Strengthen supply assurance and continuity for materials critical to manufacturing, testing, validation, and final product release.Proactively identify and mitigate supply, quality, and compliance risks in partnership with Quality and Operations. 4. Inventory & VMI Optimisation Lead the optimisation of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and replenishment models in collaboration with Supply Chain and site Operations.Balance working capital efficiency with service levels and uninterrupted supply, aligned to demand variability and material criticality. 5. Cross-Functional Partnership & Regulatory Alignment Act as a strategic business partner to Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D.Ensure sourcing strategies align with GMP-aligned sourcing practices, regulatory expectations, and audit readiness requirements.Support change control, material qualification, and validation activities through disciplined supplier and specification management. 6. Performance, Value & Continuous Improvement Deliver measurable outcomes across cost efficiency, spend leverage, supply reliability, and risk reduction.Improve cycle times, process consistency, and user experience by simplifying procurement pathways and enabling ease of execution for the business.Monitor category performance using defined KPIs and continuously refine sourcing approaches to support CSL's operational performance and growth objectives. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or related discipline; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience Requirements Minimum 10+ years' experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement leadership roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing sectors.Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D.Demonstrated success in developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable value, cost efficiency, and supply continuity across complex networks.Experience in supplier consolidation, governance frameworks, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) optimization.Track record of managing complex supplier relationships while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including GMP-aligned sourcing practices.Experience in change management, stakeholder engagement, and driving adoption of standardized procurement pathways across multiple sites Competencies Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term category strategies that balance cost, supply risk, and regulatory compliance while supporting CSL's operational and growth objectives.Leadership and Team Management: Provides effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring to Category Managers and cross-functional partners, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.Supplier Relationship Management: Builds and maintains strategic, value-focused relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration, drive innovation, and ensure supply continuity for critical materials.Negotiation and Commercial Acumen: Applies expert negotiation and contracting skills to secure favourable terms, enforce compliance, and optimise network-wide spend leverage.Process and Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to streamline procurement pathways, standardise frameworks, optimise VMI, reduce complexity, and improve cycle time and user experience.Regulatory & Quality Alignment: Ensures sourcing strategies and supplier practices comply with GMP requirements and support audit readiness, validation, and product release processes.Influence without Direct Authority: Effectively drives adoption of category strategies, governance, and supplier standards across sites and functions through collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Working Conditions Ability to work across time zones and manage global stakeholder relationshipsTravel Requirements (Domestic, International, frequency)Domestic travel as required (maximum 30%)International travel as required (maximum 20%) About CSL Behring CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients' needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients
Job Description: Your impact Are you ready to launch your career and make an impact on real world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we're looking for graduates who want to be part of something bigger-shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for professional development. Our 2 year Graduate Programme gives you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects alongside subject matter experts. On joining, you will receive a competitive starting salary, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. You'll also be eligible for a £1,000 exit bonus upon successful completion of the programme. In addition, you may be eligible for a Temporary Accommodation Allowance (TAA), subject to specific criteria. We encourage you to spend at least four days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Project Management Business Graduate within the Project Management function. During the programme, you will: Start with an Induction into Leonardo, followed by team building activities. There will also be a Project Management specific induction to ensure that scheme requirements and expectations are fully established. From day one, you will be immersed in a wide range of development opportunities, delivered across both virtual platforms and practical working environments. As part of the graduate scheme, placements typically consist of 6 month rotations across the Project Management function, offering exposure to a wide range of projects and business areas. A key highlight of the programme is the opportunity to undertake a 3 month external placement elsewhere within the business, broadening your organisational understanding and professional network. This structured scheme is designed to help you build both your technical expertise and soft skills, offering a more comprehensive development experience than a direct entry role might provide. You'll gain insights into real world challenges while working alongside experienced professionals across multiple disciplines. In collaboration with the Project Management Team and the Early Careers Team, you will also have the chance to help shape your own development path. This includes selecting placements that align with your career goals and provide visibility of the entire Product Life Cycle - from concept and design through to delivery and in service support - as well as broader business operations. Leonardo is committed to nurturing its graduates into future leaders and professionals within the business and technical communities. We actively encourage a culture of lifelong learning, and our graduates benefit from access to Coursera and LinkedIn Learning - offering a catalogue of over 4,000 courses across a broad range of subjects. This empowers you to take ownership of your development and tailor your learning journey to match your professional ambitions and personal interests. As a Project Management Graduate, you will Project Life Cycle Support: Assist project managers in coordinating cross functional teams to ensure successful progression through each phase of the programme, while monitoring schedule, cost, risk, and quality parameters. Product Roadmap Development: Contribute to the long term strategic development of various aircraft platforms, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals. Bid and Proposal Consulting: Support the preparation of bids and proposals for future aircraft sales by providing project management input and commercial insight. Programme Phase Engagement: Gain hands on experience across multiple aircraft programme phases including design definition, procurement, build and flight test, and final delivery to the customer. Aircraft Deliveries and Contract Fulfilment: Support contract execution and deliverables, ensuring timely and high quality delivery of aircraft and associated services. PMO Support: Work within the Project Management Office to provide governance, reporting, and project control support. Stakeholder Management: Assist with internal and external stakeholder engagement, including customers, suppliers, and cross functional teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project. International Exposure: Participate in domestic and international site visits, offering a broader understanding of customer environments and operational requirements. You may also have the opportunity to visit customer facilities both domestically and internationally, gaining first hand exposure to operational environments and strengthening customer relationships. By working alongside world leading specialists in the aerospace sector, you will continuously enhance your technical capabilities, while developing both academic and practical understanding of the complex and fast paced aerospace industry. This role provides a comprehensive foundation for a future career in project management within high technology engineering environments. What you'll bring Entry Requirements Minimum 2:2 Bachelors or Masters in Engineering Management, Economics or Business related subject. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year. Secure your future: Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your wellbeing matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding performance: All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme. Join in our success: Our annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo. Tailored perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. For a full list of our company benefits please visit: We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people, communities and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Contract Type: Fixed term Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Your impact Are you ready to launch your career and make an impact on real world projects from day one? At Leonardo, we're looking for graduates who want to be part of something bigger-shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for professional development. Our 2 year Graduate Programme gives you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects alongside subject matter experts. On joining, you will receive a competitive starting salary, plus a £1,000 welcome bonus. You'll also be eligible for a £1,000 exit bonus upon successful completion of the programme. In addition, you may be eligible for a Temporary Accommodation Allowance (TAA), subject to specific criteria. We encourage you to spend at least four days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Project Management Business Graduate within the Project Management function. During the programme, you will: Start with an Induction into Leonardo, followed by team building activities. There will also be a Project Management specific induction to ensure that scheme requirements and expectations are fully established. From day one, you will be immersed in a wide range of development opportunities, delivered across both virtual platforms and practical working environments. As part of the graduate scheme, placements typically consist of 6 month rotations across the Project Management function, offering exposure to a wide range of projects and business areas. A key highlight of the programme is the opportunity to undertake a 3 month external placement elsewhere within the business, broadening your organisational understanding and professional network. This structured scheme is designed to help you build both your technical expertise and soft skills, offering a more comprehensive development experience than a direct entry role might provide. You'll gain insights into real world challenges while working alongside experienced professionals across multiple disciplines. In collaboration with the Project Management Team and the Early Careers Team, you will also have the chance to help shape your own development path. This includes selecting placements that align with your career goals and provide visibility of the entire Product Life Cycle - from concept and design through to delivery and in service support - as well as broader business operations. Leonardo is committed to nurturing its graduates into future leaders and professionals within the business and technical communities. We actively encourage a culture of lifelong learning, and our graduates benefit from access to Coursera and LinkedIn Learning - offering a catalogue of over 4,000 courses across a broad range of subjects. This empowers you to take ownership of your development and tailor your learning journey to match your professional ambitions and personal interests. As a Project Management Graduate, you will Project Life Cycle Support: Assist project managers in coordinating cross functional teams to ensure successful progression through each phase of the programme, while monitoring schedule, cost, risk, and quality parameters. Product Roadmap Development: Contribute to the long term strategic development of various aircraft platforms, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals. Bid and Proposal Consulting: Support the preparation of bids and proposals for future aircraft sales by providing project management input and commercial insight. Programme Phase Engagement: Gain hands on experience across multiple aircraft programme phases including design definition, procurement, build and flight test, and final delivery to the customer. Aircraft Deliveries and Contract Fulfilment: Support contract execution and deliverables, ensuring timely and high quality delivery of aircraft and associated services. PMO Support: Work within the Project Management Office to provide governance, reporting, and project control support. Stakeholder Management: Assist with internal and external stakeholder engagement, including customers, suppliers, and cross functional teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project. International Exposure: Participate in domestic and international site visits, offering a broader understanding of customer environments and operational requirements. You may also have the opportunity to visit customer facilities both domestically and internationally, gaining first hand exposure to operational environments and strengthening customer relationships. By working alongside world leading specialists in the aerospace sector, you will continuously enhance your technical capabilities, while developing both academic and practical understanding of the complex and fast paced aerospace industry. This role provides a comprehensive foundation for a future career in project management within high technology engineering environments. What you'll bring Entry Requirements Minimum 2:2 Bachelors or Masters in Engineering Management, Economics or Business related subject. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. We offer a comprehensive, company funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year. Secure your future: Benefit from our award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your wellbeing matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding performance: All employees are eligible for our bonus scheme. Join in our success: Our annual Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides you the opportunity to own shares in Leonardo. Tailored perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. For a full list of our company benefits please visit: We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people, communities and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd Contract Type: Fixed term Hybrid Working: Hybrid
