Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (regular UK travel and occasional international travel at short notice) Contract: Permanent, Full Time (hours as required) Salary: £55,000 £75,000 per annum + discretionary bonus + professional development allowance About Marley Risk Consultants (MRC) Marley Risk Consultants is a high-growth UK consultancy specialising in click apply for full job details
May 02, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire (regular UK travel and occasional international travel at short notice) Contract: Permanent, Full Time (hours as required) Salary: £55,000 £75,000 per annum + discretionary bonus + professional development allowance About Marley Risk Consultants (MRC) Marley Risk Consultants is a high-growth UK consultancy specialising in click apply for full job details
Whitgift is a leading independent day and boarding school offering world-class education to over 1,500 boys aged 10 to 18. Located within 45 acres of magnificent parkland in South Croydon, London, it is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. The School provides an excellent all-around education with a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and co-curricular involvement within a culturally, economically and ethnically diverse community. With a turnover of £40M, Whitgift is a substantial organisation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspiring, collegiate and ambitious leader to drive the business functions of Whitgift, building upon what is already excellent at a highly successful School within a strong and supportive charitable foundation. Reporting to the new Headmaster, and working with the Governors and the Executive Team, the new COO will act as the School's commercial adviser, shaping and implementing the next phase of its strategic development, including further international expansion, whilst ensuring its continued operational and financial success. The COO will lead a diverse team of support staff and be responsible for the School's finance, estates, operations, catering, cleaning and commercial activities. Candidates will have a proven track record of executive leadership, commercial success and financial control, balancing the needs and challenges of large complex organisations, managing resources, delivering results, thinking strategically, and inspiring, motivating and developing high-functioning teams. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to navigate complex relationships, as well as execute initiatives and deliver projects, are essential. The role requires ambition, rigour, energy and resilience complemented by empathetic, inclusive and authentic leadership and exceptional interpersonal abilities. Prior experience in the education sector is not a prerequisite, and applications are encouraged from candidates with commercial, charitable, private-sector and public-sector backgrounds. The successful candidate must, however, demonstrate empathy with independent education and a commitment to the School and Foundation's aims and ethos. An attractive remuneration package, including fee remission, will be available for the successful candidate. Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: Nina Lambert, Head of Professional Services Appointments: For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 18th May 2026. Whitgift School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Whitgift is a leading independent day and boarding school offering world-class education to over 1,500 boys aged 10 to 18. Located within 45 acres of magnificent parkland in South Croydon, London, it is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. The School provides an excellent all-around education with a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and co-curricular involvement within a culturally, economically and ethnically diverse community. With a turnover of £40M, Whitgift is a substantial organisation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspiring, collegiate and ambitious leader to drive the business functions of Whitgift, building upon what is already excellent at a highly successful School within a strong and supportive charitable foundation. Reporting to the new Headmaster, and working with the Governors and the Executive Team, the new COO will act as the School's commercial adviser, shaping and implementing the next phase of its strategic development, including further international expansion, whilst ensuring its continued operational and financial success. The COO will lead a diverse team of support staff and be responsible for the School's finance, estates, operations, catering, cleaning and commercial activities. Candidates will have a proven track record of executive leadership, commercial success and financial control, balancing the needs and challenges of large complex organisations, managing resources, delivering results, thinking strategically, and inspiring, motivating and developing high-functioning teams. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to navigate complex relationships, as well as execute initiatives and deliver projects, are essential. The role requires ambition, rigour, energy and resilience complemented by empathetic, inclusive and authentic leadership and exceptional interpersonal abilities. Prior experience in the education sector is not a prerequisite, and applications are encouraged from candidates with commercial, charitable, private-sector and public-sector backgrounds. The successful candidate must, however, demonstrate empathy with independent education and a commitment to the School and Foundation's aims and ethos. An attractive remuneration package, including fee remission, will be available for the successful candidate. Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: Nina Lambert, Head of Professional Services Appointments: For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 18th May 2026. Whitgift School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
I am currently recruiting for a Section 151/Deputy Chief Executive for a local authority in the South of England. The role will be for 6 months and will be paying up to 900 p/day. The client is looking for someone on a part time basis (3 days p/week) and the successful candidate will be required to go in to the office at least 1 day p/week. Key duties include on taking the lead on:- Financial policy, strategy and management All duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer Implementation of transformation and improvement plans Management accounting and financial planning Strategic procurement Treasury management Internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme Person Specification Fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. Extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding 300m Successfully delivery of balanced budgets despite funding reductions and able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. If you are interested in this role, please get in touch to find out more.
May 02, 2026
Full time
I am currently recruiting for a Section 151/Deputy Chief Executive for a local authority in the South of England. The role will be for 6 months and will be paying up to 900 p/day. The client is looking for someone on a part time basis (3 days p/week) and the successful candidate will be required to go in to the office at least 1 day p/week. Key duties include on taking the lead on:- Financial policy, strategy and management All duties as the Council's statutory Section 151 Officer Implementation of transformation and improvement plans Management accounting and financial planning Strategic procurement Treasury management Internal audit and risk assurance Local Government Pension Scheme Person Specification Fully qualified CCAB accountant with substantial post qualification experience. Extensive experience of development and delivery of a medium-term financial strategy for a council with a gross budget exceeding 300m Successfully delivery of balanced budgets despite funding reductions and able to support 'whole council transformation' to deliver significant efficiency savings. If you are interested in this role, please get in touch to find out more.
This East London Authority are looking for a Child Protection Chair/Independent Reviewing Officer. Details of the role are: As an authoritative professional, the Independent Chair is required to chair all Child Protection Conferences and statutory review meetings for Looked after Children, ensuring that the voice and experiences of the child are central. The role is accountable for ensuring that decisions and recommendations consider harm, risk and need and are in the best interests of the child are made w in the formulation and Child Protection and are Plans. The role must also constructively challenge the effectiveness and quality of service and use statutory powers to escalate to senior management, including up to Chief Executive level and CAFCASS where appropriate. The role is inclusive of the function to chair Foster Carer Annual Reviews. The Independent Chair role champions social work values, contributing to the continuous development and improvement of standards and outcomes for children in the Local Authority, ensuring high quality social work intervention for those in need of care and protection. In this role you will demonstrate our service commitment to systemic, trauma informed and anti-racist principles, embedding this in your practice and role modeling to others. In doing so you will promote positive outcomes for children and their families, and challenging issues of oppression and social injustice. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.
May 01, 2026
Contractor
This East London Authority are looking for a Child Protection Chair/Independent Reviewing Officer. Details of the role are: As an authoritative professional, the Independent Chair is required to chair all Child Protection Conferences and statutory review meetings for Looked after Children, ensuring that the voice and experiences of the child are central. The role is accountable for ensuring that decisions and recommendations consider harm, risk and need and are in the best interests of the child are made w in the formulation and Child Protection and are Plans. The role must also constructively challenge the effectiveness and quality of service and use statutory powers to escalate to senior management, including up to Chief Executive level and CAFCASS where appropriate. The role is inclusive of the function to chair Foster Carer Annual Reviews. The Independent Chair role champions social work values, contributing to the continuous development and improvement of standards and outcomes for children in the Local Authority, ensuring high quality social work intervention for those in need of care and protection. In this role you will demonstrate our service commitment to systemic, trauma informed and anti-racist principles, embedding this in your practice and role modeling to others. In doing so you will promote positive outcomes for children and their families, and challenging issues of oppression and social injustice. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.
Warner Recruitment Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
We are proud to be working exclusively with the Northamptonshire FA to appoint a Head of Finance at an exciting time in the organisations development; as they lead, inspire and develop football across the county.The Northamptonshire FA is the not-for-profit governing body for football in the county. Since 1895, they have been responsible for guiding and developing the game locally and now support over 27,000 players across 1,600 teams. Their current 4-year plan ' Create The Feeling ' started in 2024. It is focussed on People, Places, Pathways and Partnerships to ensure football across the county is safe, well organised and 'Creates The Feeling' that only football can. The Role: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Finance will lead all financial activity across the organisation, ensuring robust financial management, strong controls and clear reporting to inform strategic decision making. Head of Finance (Part-Time) £38,000 per annum (Pro-rata) 21 hours per week Northampton Exclusive Opportunity with Warner Recruitment Duties: Financial Leadership & Reporting Lead financial reporting for the CEO, Board and Committees, including analysis, narrative and forecasting. Provide strategic financial insight to planning and day-to-day delivery. Support annual budgeting and in-year reforecasting. Track financial performance to monitor spend. Financial Control & Governance: Implement and maintain strong financial controls, policies and procedures in line with FA requirements and the Code of Governance. Review monthly journals, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity. Maintain the fixed asset register Ensure compliance with HMRC, Companies House and FA financial guidelines. Systems & Process Improvement Oversee and optimise use of Xero to enhance efficiency and reporting. Maintain accurate supplier, debtor and financial records. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes. Payroll, Cashflow & Treasury Oversee accurate and timely payroll for the Northamptonshire FA Monitor and forecast cashflow, including risk scenarios. Manage debtor, creditor and credit control processes. Act as the main point of contact with banks and manage reserves and cash holdings. Audit & Statutory Accounts Lead the preparation of statutory accounts. Manage the external audit process and implement recommendations. Ensure all statutory filings are accurate and completed on time What this role offers A key leadership role in a progressive County FA 33 days annual leave (pro rata), including bank holidays Flexible working pattern Workplace pension scheme Company health plan Commitment to professional development and learning Access to the FA Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities to attend FA fixtures at Wembley Stadium A welcoming, motivated and purpose-driven team If you have any questions about this Part-time Head of Finance vacancy, please contact Julie or Karen at Warner Recruitment. We look forward to hearing from you.
May 01, 2026
Full time
We are proud to be working exclusively with the Northamptonshire FA to appoint a Head of Finance at an exciting time in the organisations development; as they lead, inspire and develop football across the county.The Northamptonshire FA is the not-for-profit governing body for football in the county. Since 1895, they have been responsible for guiding and developing the game locally and now support over 27,000 players across 1,600 teams. Their current 4-year plan ' Create The Feeling ' started in 2024. It is focussed on People, Places, Pathways and Partnerships to ensure football across the county is safe, well organised and 'Creates The Feeling' that only football can. The Role: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Finance will lead all financial activity across the organisation, ensuring robust financial management, strong controls and clear reporting to inform strategic decision making. Head of Finance (Part-Time) £38,000 per annum (Pro-rata) 21 hours per week Northampton Exclusive Opportunity with Warner Recruitment Duties: Financial Leadership & Reporting Lead financial reporting for the CEO, Board and Committees, including analysis, narrative and forecasting. Provide strategic financial insight to planning and day-to-day delivery. Support annual budgeting and in-year reforecasting. Track financial performance to monitor spend. Financial Control & Governance: Implement and maintain strong financial controls, policies and procedures in line with FA requirements and the Code of Governance. Review monthly journals, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity. Maintain the fixed asset register Ensure compliance with HMRC, Companies House and FA financial guidelines. Systems & Process Improvement Oversee and optimise use of Xero to enhance efficiency and reporting. Maintain accurate supplier, debtor and financial records. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes. Payroll, Cashflow & Treasury Oversee accurate and timely payroll for the Northamptonshire FA Monitor and forecast cashflow, including risk scenarios. Manage debtor, creditor and credit control processes. Act as the main point of contact with banks and manage reserves and cash holdings. Audit & Statutory Accounts Lead the preparation of statutory accounts. Manage the external audit process and implement recommendations. Ensure all statutory filings are accurate and completed on time What this role offers A key leadership role in a progressive County FA 33 days annual leave (pro rata), including bank holidays Flexible working pattern Workplace pension scheme Company health plan Commitment to professional development and learning Access to the FA Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities to attend FA fixtures at Wembley Stadium A welcoming, motivated and purpose-driven team If you have any questions about this Part-time Head of Finance vacancy, please contact Julie or Karen at Warner Recruitment. We look forward to hearing from you.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
The Queen Elizabeth Trust, Chief Executive Officer The Queen Elizabeth Trust has been established as an independent charity to deliver a lasting, UK-wide legacy to the extraordinary life of service of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth. The Trust will work across the UK to regenerate the buildings, green spaces and shared places where people come together. Working hand in hand with communities, the Trust reflects Her late Queen's belief in service, neighbourliness and the power of ordinary people to achieve extraordinary things. The Board is seeking to appoint the inaugural Chief Executive to shape the organisation from the outset and steward a programme of significant national importance. As Chief Executive, you will work closely with the Chair and Board to define the Trust's strategy and ambitions, establish its identity and build the foundations for long-term impact. You will lead the development of the Trust's operating model and grant-making approach, build trusted relationships with communities, partners, government, the Royal Household, philanthropic organisations and key stakeholders, ensuring the Trust operates with transparency, independence and confidence. You will also play a central role in developing and delivering a high-value fundraising strategy, helping to secure the Trust's reach, sustainability and ambition. This role calls for a leader with the authority, judgement and discretion to operate effectively in a complex, high-profile national context. You will bring senior leadership experience and the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder landscapes with confidence and care. You may come from within or beyond the charity sector, but you will share a deep commitment to community-based impact, inclusion and public service. You will be an inspiring communicator, entrepreneurial in approach, and comfortable building organisations, small high-performing teams and reputation at pace. This is a rare opportunity to lead a new national charity with significant ambition and a clear and enduring purpose: to strengthen communities across the UK and ensure that a legacy rooted in service continues to make a meaningful difference for generations to come. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit: or email: or Evie Day: . The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 8th May 2026.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The Queen Elizabeth Trust, Chief Executive Officer The Queen Elizabeth Trust has been established as an independent charity to deliver a lasting, UK-wide legacy to the extraordinary life of service of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth. The Trust will work across the UK to regenerate the buildings, green spaces and shared places where people come together. Working hand in hand with communities, the Trust reflects Her late Queen's belief in service, neighbourliness and the power of ordinary people to achieve extraordinary things. The Board is seeking to appoint the inaugural Chief Executive to shape the organisation from the outset and steward a programme of significant national importance. As Chief Executive, you will work closely with the Chair and Board to define the Trust's strategy and ambitions, establish its identity and build the foundations for long-term impact. You will lead the development of the Trust's operating model and grant-making approach, build trusted relationships with communities, partners, government, the Royal Household, philanthropic organisations and key stakeholders, ensuring the Trust operates with transparency, independence and confidence. You will also play a central role in developing and delivering a high-value fundraising strategy, helping to secure the Trust's reach, sustainability and ambition. This role calls for a leader with the authority, judgement and discretion to operate effectively in a complex, high-profile national context. You will bring senior leadership experience and the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder landscapes with confidence and care. You may come from within or beyond the charity sector, but you will share a deep commitment to community-based impact, inclusion and public service. You will be an inspiring communicator, entrepreneurial in approach, and comfortable building organisations, small high-performing teams and reputation at pace. This is a rare opportunity to lead a new national charity with significant ambition and a clear and enduring purpose: to strengthen communities across the UK and ensure that a legacy rooted in service continues to make a meaningful difference for generations to come. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit: or email: or Evie Day: . The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 8th May 2026.
Structural Timber Association Ltd
Swindon, Wiltshire
ARV Solutions are proud to be partnering with the Structural Timber Association to appoint a Chief Executive Officer. This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognised organisation at the centre of the UK's sustainable construction agenda. As Chief Executive Officer, you won't just be leading an organisation, you'll be shaping the future of structural timber across the UK. With direct influence over policy, regulation and industry standards, this role places you at the heart of conversations that are driving change in how the built environment evolves. You'll work alongside government bodies, regulators and senior industry leaders, positioning the Structural Timber Association as the voice of the sector while delivering meaningful value to its 950+ members. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role where you will balance strategic vision with operational delivery, working closely with the Non-Executive Board and stakeholders to drive growth, strengthen influence and champion the role of timber in modern construction. What's in it for you as CEO Circa £125,000 salary Pension contribution up to 8% Home-based working with regular travel to the office in Swindon, Wiltshire and occasional national travel 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Opportunity to lead a respected, influential UK-wide trade association Direct impact on legislation, policy and the future of sustainable construction Work closely with senior industry leaders, government and regulators Lead a passionate, collaborative and purpose-driven team Your responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer Develop and deliver the long-term strategic vision to grow membership, influence and sector credibility Act as the primary spokesperson, representing the association with government, regulators and industry stakeholders Lead policy and regulatory engagement, influencing legislation impacting the timber construction sector Ensure strong governance, compliance and financial stewardship across the organisation Oversee delivery of member services including research, training, networking and quality assurance schemes Lead and develop a small, high-performing team, maintaining a collaborative and member-focused culture Build and maintaining strategic partnerships across the construction and regulatory landscape What we're looking for in a Chief Executive Officer Proven experience operating at CEO or senior leadership level Experience working with or for a trade association Strong understanding of the UK construction sector and regulatory landscape Experience working with non-executive boards and governance structures Demonstrable success in stakeholder engagement at senior level Commercial and financial acumen with experience managing budgets and organisational performance If you're ready to lead a nationally recognised organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable construction, apply online today or contact ARV Solutions for a confidential discussion. The STA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics.
May 01, 2026
Full time
ARV Solutions are proud to be partnering with the Structural Timber Association to appoint a Chief Executive Officer. This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognised organisation at the centre of the UK's sustainable construction agenda. As Chief Executive Officer, you won't just be leading an organisation, you'll be shaping the future of structural timber across the UK. With direct influence over policy, regulation and industry standards, this role places you at the heart of conversations that are driving change in how the built environment evolves. You'll work alongside government bodies, regulators and senior industry leaders, positioning the Structural Timber Association as the voice of the sector while delivering meaningful value to its 950+ members. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role where you will balance strategic vision with operational delivery, working closely with the Non-Executive Board and stakeholders to drive growth, strengthen influence and champion the role of timber in modern construction. What's in it for you as CEO Circa £125,000 salary Pension contribution up to 8% Home-based working with regular travel to the office in Swindon, Wiltshire and occasional national travel 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Opportunity to lead a respected, influential UK-wide trade association Direct impact on legislation, policy and the future of sustainable construction Work closely with senior industry leaders, government and regulators Lead a passionate, collaborative and purpose-driven team Your responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer Develop and deliver the long-term strategic vision to grow membership, influence and sector credibility Act as the primary spokesperson, representing the association with government, regulators and industry stakeholders Lead policy and regulatory engagement, influencing legislation impacting the timber construction sector Ensure strong governance, compliance and financial stewardship across the organisation Oversee delivery of member services including research, training, networking and quality assurance schemes Lead and develop a small, high-performing team, maintaining a collaborative and member-focused culture Build and maintaining strategic partnerships across the construction and regulatory landscape What we're looking for in a Chief Executive Officer Proven experience operating at CEO or senior leadership level Experience working with or for a trade association Strong understanding of the UK construction sector and regulatory landscape Experience working with non-executive boards and governance structures Demonstrable success in stakeholder engagement at senior level Commercial and financial acumen with experience managing budgets and organisational performance If you're ready to lead a nationally recognised organisation and play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable construction, apply online today or contact ARV Solutions for a confidential discussion. The STA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics.
Join us as we shape the Isle of Wight's future through strong financial stewardship and system leadership. We need a talented and experienced Service Director of Finance to join us and play a pivotal role in securing a resilient financial future for the Island. The role will also hold Deputy Section 151 Officer status working to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services " The Service Director for Finance plays a crucial role in turning strategy into impact for the Isle of Wight. This is an opportunity to lead finance services, strengthen sound decision-making, and build capability across the organisation, making a real difference for Island residents " - Wendy Perera, Chief Executive, Isle of Wight Council With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) announcing that the Island will be retained as a separate unitary authority, this is the perfect time to join us to take our local directives forward. With our unique geography and distinct service needs, this announcement ensures decisions continue to be made locally and services remain tailored to our residents. We are ready to move forward confidently, focusing on strengthening public services, supporting our economy, and championing the interests of our Island community. Join us and help secure a strong, sustainable financial future for the Isle of Wight. Focus areas will include lead and manage the Council's financial management services development and delivery of financial strategy and budget setting provision of strategic advice to Members, senior officers and project boards robust financial governance, assurance, risk management and financial oversight financial appraisal, due diligence and investment analysis for major strategic projects and commercial activity ensure financial benefits are clearly defined, understood, monitored and delivered financial oversight of Council owned companies and trading activity champion continuous improvement, innovation and modern financial practice lead, develop and motivate high performing professional finance teams maintain strong business continuity arrangements contribute to corporate emergency response arrangements We are looking for a qualified finance professional, experienced in finance leadership, with a strong track record in local government financial management who can engage, inspire and influence whilst sharing specialist knowledge in complex and politically sensitive environments. Required skills and experience include relevant professional finance qualification (e.g. CIPFA or equivalent) and the capability to fulfil the role of Deputy Section 151 Officer local authority finance, including budgeting, financial planning, control, accounting and governance evidence of leading strategic financial projects, business cases and investment proposals strong commercial awareness and a creative, solution focused approach to financial sustainability political awareness and the ability to influence and challenge at senior level clear commitment to developing people, championing professional standards and building inclusive, high performing teams This is a unique chance to take on a challenging leadership role, shaping the future of our island, in a fantastic coastal location surrounded by beauty, in a warm and welcoming community. Join and you'll also receive our staff benefits package including annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays! Local Government Pension Scheme discounted Solent ferry travel Island bus network discount cycle to work scheme staff parking permit scheme salary sacrifice scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) discounted island sports and leisure gym membership national and local discounts and benefits schemes relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria) travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
May 01, 2026
Full time
Join us as we shape the Isle of Wight's future through strong financial stewardship and system leadership. We need a talented and experienced Service Director of Finance to join us and play a pivotal role in securing a resilient financial future for the Island. The role will also hold Deputy Section 151 Officer status working to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services " The Service Director for Finance plays a crucial role in turning strategy into impact for the Isle of Wight. This is an opportunity to lead finance services, strengthen sound decision-making, and build capability across the organisation, making a real difference for Island residents " - Wendy Perera, Chief Executive, Isle of Wight Council With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) announcing that the Island will be retained as a separate unitary authority, this is the perfect time to join us to take our local directives forward. With our unique geography and distinct service needs, this announcement ensures decisions continue to be made locally and services remain tailored to our residents. We are ready to move forward confidently, focusing on strengthening public services, supporting our economy, and championing the interests of our Island community. Join us and help secure a strong, sustainable financial future for the Isle of Wight. Focus areas will include lead and manage the Council's financial management services development and delivery of financial strategy and budget setting provision of strategic advice to Members, senior officers and project boards robust financial governance, assurance, risk management and financial oversight financial appraisal, due diligence and investment analysis for major strategic projects and commercial activity ensure financial benefits are clearly defined, understood, monitored and delivered financial oversight of Council owned companies and trading activity champion continuous improvement, innovation and modern financial practice lead, develop and motivate high performing professional finance teams maintain strong business continuity arrangements contribute to corporate emergency response arrangements We are looking for a qualified finance professional, experienced in finance leadership, with a strong track record in local government financial management who can engage, inspire and influence whilst sharing specialist knowledge in complex and politically sensitive environments. Required skills and experience include relevant professional finance qualification (e.g. CIPFA or equivalent) and the capability to fulfil the role of Deputy Section 151 Officer local authority finance, including budgeting, financial planning, control, accounting and governance evidence of leading strategic financial projects, business cases and investment proposals strong commercial awareness and a creative, solution focused approach to financial sustainability political awareness and the ability to influence and challenge at senior level clear commitment to developing people, championing professional standards and building inclusive, high performing teams This is a unique chance to take on a challenging leadership role, shaping the future of our island, in a fantastic coastal location surrounded by beauty, in a warm and welcoming community. Join and you'll also receive our staff benefits package including annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays! Local Government Pension Scheme discounted Solent ferry travel Island bus network discount cycle to work scheme staff parking permit scheme salary sacrifice scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) discounted island sports and leisure gym membership national and local discounts and benefits schemes relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria) travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
Hybrid from our Birmingham or London office Succession Wealth is one of the UK's leading, independent financial planning and wealth management business with a national network of Wealth Advisors and support teams providing holistic, independent wealth management and financial planning services. Now is a fantastic time to Succession as we enter an exciting new phase of planned growth which will see our workforce and business develop and flourish even further. The Opportunity We're looking for an organised and proactive Operations Team Coordinator to provide high quality administrative support to our Operations Leadership Team. This is a varied and people focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating activity, managing competing priorities, and working closely with senior stakeholders. Reporting into the Executive Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day to day operation of the leadership team, supporting meetings, travel, events, and communications. Key aspects of the role will include: Providing comprehensive administrative support to the Operations Leadership Team Coordinating meetings, including room bookings, catering, agendas, papers and minutes Managing diaries, communications, action logs and follow ups to ensure key actions are delivered Organising domestic and occasional overnight travel, producing clear and detailed itineraries Supporting the EA to the Chief Operating Officer with joint executive activity coordination Assisting with team events, including on site support and note taking where required Processing expense claims and supporting reporting deadlines Managing and prioritising workloads effectively, adapting to changing demands Supporting ad hoc administrative tasks as required You At least 3 years' administrative experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both written and verbal High attention to detail with a forward thinking approach Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively Professional, discreet and ethical approach to work A collaborative team player What You Can Expect From Us 25 days Annual leave rapidly increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional days for Christmas closure. Excellent company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. Agile and family friendly working arrangements to allow for a great work/life balance. Company sick pay. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Up to 40% discount on Aviva Insurance & Investment products. £450 towards the purchase of home office equipment. Group Life Assurance Scheme: 8 x salary. Access to the Benefit Hub; discounts on shopping, dining out, holidays and lots more! A range of health benefits including eye care vouchers, flu vaccinations, Annual Health Screening, Digitial GP, Mental health and Nutrition Sessions and Employee Assistance Programme. Voluntary flexible benefits platform including Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and Health Screening. Support with cost of professional exams /study days. Charity Days. Company Events. Group Income Protection Our Wellbeing committee Employee Assistance Programme including access to a 24/7 support line. Access to mental health first aiders. Menopause support. Parental and compassionate leave. Wellbeing Library and Hub. Aviva DigiCare and Workplace. Bereavement Helpline. Support in achieving your career goals Sponsorship for relevant professional exams and study leave. Access to funded apprenticeships in a range of topics, such as business administration, leadership & management, and accounting & finance. Access to Insights Discovery, a psychometric tool, which helps individuals and teams to connect better, overcome challenges & conflict resulting in high performing teams. Clear career pathways and endless internal job opportunities. Access to a huge range of free courses via our Learning Management system. Our commitment to DE&I Succession is committed to building and preserving a culture of inclusion and diversity. With a diverse team of employees we are able to grow, innovate and deliver excellent client care to help us reach our goals as a business. Our diverse teams help us reflect and understand the communities in which we operate and the subjects we cover in our everyday work. In recruiting for Succession, we welcome the unique contributions all candidates can bring regardless of their background and strive to ensure that every candidate is given the best chance of success through fair and equitable recruitment practice.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Hybrid from our Birmingham or London office Succession Wealth is one of the UK's leading, independent financial planning and wealth management business with a national network of Wealth Advisors and support teams providing holistic, independent wealth management and financial planning services. Now is a fantastic time to Succession as we enter an exciting new phase of planned growth which will see our workforce and business develop and flourish even further. The Opportunity We're looking for an organised and proactive Operations Team Coordinator to provide high quality administrative support to our Operations Leadership Team. This is a varied and people focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating activity, managing competing priorities, and working closely with senior stakeholders. Reporting into the Executive Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day to day operation of the leadership team, supporting meetings, travel, events, and communications. Key aspects of the role will include: Providing comprehensive administrative support to the Operations Leadership Team Coordinating meetings, including room bookings, catering, agendas, papers and minutes Managing diaries, communications, action logs and follow ups to ensure key actions are delivered Organising domestic and occasional overnight travel, producing clear and detailed itineraries Supporting the EA to the Chief Operating Officer with joint executive activity coordination Assisting with team events, including on site support and note taking where required Processing expense claims and supporting reporting deadlines Managing and prioritising workloads effectively, adapting to changing demands Supporting ad hoc administrative tasks as required You At least 3 years' administrative experience Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels, both written and verbal High attention to detail with a forward thinking approach Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workloads effectively Professional, discreet and ethical approach to work A collaborative team player What You Can Expect From Us 25 days Annual leave rapidly increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional days for Christmas closure. Excellent company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. Agile and family friendly working arrangements to allow for a great work/life balance. Company sick pay. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Up to 40% discount on Aviva Insurance & Investment products. £450 towards the purchase of home office equipment. Group Life Assurance Scheme: 8 x salary. Access to the Benefit Hub; discounts on shopping, dining out, holidays and lots more! A range of health benefits including eye care vouchers, flu vaccinations, Annual Health Screening, Digitial GP, Mental health and Nutrition Sessions and Employee Assistance Programme. Voluntary flexible benefits platform including Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, Critical Illness and Health Screening. Support with cost of professional exams /study days. Charity Days. Company Events. Group Income Protection Our Wellbeing committee Employee Assistance Programme including access to a 24/7 support line. Access to mental health first aiders. Menopause support. Parental and compassionate leave. Wellbeing Library and Hub. Aviva DigiCare and Workplace. Bereavement Helpline. Support in achieving your career goals Sponsorship for relevant professional exams and study leave. Access to funded apprenticeships in a range of topics, such as business administration, leadership & management, and accounting & finance. Access to Insights Discovery, a psychometric tool, which helps individuals and teams to connect better, overcome challenges & conflict resulting in high performing teams. Clear career pathways and endless internal job opportunities. Access to a huge range of free courses via our Learning Management system. Our commitment to DE&I Succession is committed to building and preserving a culture of inclusion and diversity. With a diverse team of employees we are able to grow, innovate and deliver excellent client care to help us reach our goals as a business. Our diverse teams help us reflect and understand the communities in which we operate and the subjects we cover in our everyday work. In recruiting for Succession, we welcome the unique contributions all candidates can bring regardless of their background and strive to ensure that every candidate is given the best chance of success through fair and equitable recruitment practice.
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c.£15m and a clear pathway to £20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major £35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support £20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current £35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a £15m-£50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
May 01, 2026
Full time
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c.£15m and a clear pathway to £20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major £35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support £20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current £35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a £15m-£50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
CEO Hemel Hempstead; Building and Construction Sector A rare opportunity has emerged for a Chief Executive Officer to take the lead in a well-established and growing organisation operating within the Building and construction sector. With a strong track record of organic growth to date, the business is now looking for a commercially astute leader to shape its next phase and build on solid foundations. Based in Hemel Hempstead, this role offers real influence at board level, with the scope to define strategy, strengthen operational performance, and drive sustainable expansion across the construction sector. The incoming CEO will work closely with a committed leadership team, taking ownership of overall business performance while identifying new opportunities for growth, both operationally and commercially. What you'll be doing Setting and delivering a clear strategic vision aligned to long-term growth plans Leading and developing a high-performing senior leadership team Driving revenue growth through a mix of organic development and market expansion Strengthening operational efficiencies and ensuring scalable processes are in place Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners Monitoring financial performance, ensuring profitability and sustainable margins Identifying new market opportunities within the construction sector Acting as the public face of the business, representing the organisation externally What we're looking for Proven experience operating at senior leadership or board level, ideally as a Chief Executive Officer or equivalent Strong background within the building and construction sector or a closely related field is essential Demonstrable success in driving growth, particularly through organic strategies Commercially astute with a solid grasp of financial and operational management A natural leader who can inspire, challenge, and develop teams Experience navigating business change, scaling operations, or entering new markets Credible communicator with the ability to influence at all levels What's on offer Salary of £140,000 - £180,000 per annum Performance-related incentives aligned to growth targets The chance to shape the direction of a successful, privately backed business A leadership role with genuine autonomy and strategic influence Long-term progression potential as the organisation continues to expand Based in Hemel Hempstead with flexibility expected at this level This is a high-impact CEO role suited to someone who wants to leave a clear mark on a business already performing well but primed for further growth within the construction sector. For a confidential discussion, get in touch to explore the opportunity in more detail.
May 01, 2026
Full time
CEO Hemel Hempstead; Building and Construction Sector A rare opportunity has emerged for a Chief Executive Officer to take the lead in a well-established and growing organisation operating within the Building and construction sector. With a strong track record of organic growth to date, the business is now looking for a commercially astute leader to shape its next phase and build on solid foundations. Based in Hemel Hempstead, this role offers real influence at board level, with the scope to define strategy, strengthen operational performance, and drive sustainable expansion across the construction sector. The incoming CEO will work closely with a committed leadership team, taking ownership of overall business performance while identifying new opportunities for growth, both operationally and commercially. What you'll be doing Setting and delivering a clear strategic vision aligned to long-term growth plans Leading and developing a high-performing senior leadership team Driving revenue growth through a mix of organic development and market expansion Strengthening operational efficiencies and ensuring scalable processes are in place Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and partners Monitoring financial performance, ensuring profitability and sustainable margins Identifying new market opportunities within the construction sector Acting as the public face of the business, representing the organisation externally What we're looking for Proven experience operating at senior leadership or board level, ideally as a Chief Executive Officer or equivalent Strong background within the building and construction sector or a closely related field is essential Demonstrable success in driving growth, particularly through organic strategies Commercially astute with a solid grasp of financial and operational management A natural leader who can inspire, challenge, and develop teams Experience navigating business change, scaling operations, or entering new markets Credible communicator with the ability to influence at all levels What's on offer Salary of £140,000 - £180,000 per annum Performance-related incentives aligned to growth targets The chance to shape the direction of a successful, privately backed business A leadership role with genuine autonomy and strategic influence Long-term progression potential as the organisation continues to expand Based in Hemel Hempstead with flexibility expected at this level This is a high-impact CEO role suited to someone who wants to leave a clear mark on a business already performing well but primed for further growth within the construction sector. For a confidential discussion, get in touch to explore the opportunity in more detail.
ST OSCAR ROMERO CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Croydon, London
St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust is recruiting: DIRECTOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION Contract Length: Permanent Salary Range: Highly competitive + benefits Location: Flexible. The nature of work will largely involve the postholder carrying out work at different schools within the Trust. There is also a Head office at Shirley Court, Croydon, CR9 5AS Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer We are looking for an exceptional individual to join the Central Services team at St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust, as our Director of Secondary Education. We currently have four Secondary schools and twelve Primary schools. We are a growing Trust and are supported by the Archdiocese of Southwark to grow to thirty-five schools over the next three to five years. This is a demanding role in a positive environment where we expect the very best from everyone in our team. Our Catholic Ethos and Mission is at the heart of everything we do and we except candidates to share and embrace those values. The ideal candidate will: Have extensive experience of working as part of a secondary school senior leadership team, including at Headteacher level. Be able to demonstrate recent success at leading school improvement and raising education standards for children. Possess the ability to inspire, empower and challenge staff to lead the next stage of a school's journey. Be an excellent written and verbal communicator. Align to the mission, vision and values of St Oscar Romero and the Diocese In return we offer: The opportunity to work within a highly skilled and supportive team. A commitment to continue with national pay, terms and conditions. Access to the generous Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme. Staff benefits, including a cycle to work scheme. Opportunities for personal and professional growth and access to our Training Portal. The opportunity to join a growing Trust. Closing date: 9:00am Thursday 14th May 2026. Interview date: Wednesday 20th May 2026. Start date: September 2026. Please also see the Annual report and further information on our website: Responsible for: Secondary standards, Secondary school improvement and key performance secondary outcomes. The successful candidate would be responsible for a significant additional area, for example professional development pathways across the Trust. Job Description: As a member of the Trust's Executive Team, the Director of Secondary Education is a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving excellence in teaching, learning, and academic outcomes across Secondary schools within the Trust and working alongside the Directors of Primary. The successful candidate would also be responsible for leading on a key area for the Trust, for example professional development pathways across the Trust. Main Purpose: Uphold, develop, and promote the Trust's mission, vision, and values. Contribute towards the development and delivery of the Trust's five-year strategic plan, self evaluation and development plan. Produce reports for the CEO, Trust Board, and external partners on the quality of education and the impact of school improvement activity and contribute towardstermly policy updates and newsletters. Ensure effective and timely delivery of Trust-wide projects to ensure the best possible outcomes for all children. Develop, deliver and promote the positive reputation of the Trust and contribute towards broader system leadership support beyond the Trust. Develop and deliver policies and guidance in line with Trust and statutory requirements and ensure consistent implementation and application across all schools. Apply knowledge of statutory and regulatory compliance to ensure compliance across all schools. Take strategic responsibility for Trust wide areas as allocated by the Chief Executive Officer. Provide advice and guidance to school leaders on safeguarding. Support with the planning, organisation and facilitation of high-quality professional development opportunities, networks and programmesfor Trust staff Providing strategic leadership for the Trust secondary schools: Working with the Chief Executive Officer to deliver a long-term Trust Secondary Strategy. Working with the Chief Executive Officer to challenge and support secondary school leaders to deliver outstanding Catholic Education for all. Support with the planning, organisation and facilitation of high-quality professional development opportunities, networks and programmesfor Trust staff. Support the Chief Executive Officer and secondary Headteachers in the setting and achievement of challenging school performance targets as well as other key performance indicators. Support the Chief Executive Officer and secondary Headteachers with all secondary scrutiny processes and self-evaluation work. Work with the Chief Education Officer and secondary Headteachers to ensure consistency of approach and overall effectiveness of the Trust. Be a line manager for secondary Headteachers. Develop and deliver the Trust's secondary school improvement strategy, action plan and framework; in coordination with the Chief Executive Officer and Headteachers. Support the Trust's strategic approach and ensure statutory compliance across all secondary schools. Work with secondary schools Headteachers and school leaders to ensure effective delivery of school improvement. Lead on strategic oversight of accountability, scrutiny, and quality assurance processes for the Trust Secondary schools: Manage the approach with an understanding of the demands experienced by school leaders and the need to provide effective monitoring, accurate judgements and robust accountability. Support the Chief Executive Officer with all secondary scrutiny processes, e.g. academic outcomes and safeguarding. Support the Chief Executive Officer with secondary quality assurance processes e.g. internal and external reviews. Provide performance reports to the Standards Committee of the Trust Board as required, including schools' progress to targets and prompts for school improvement throughout the academic year. Monitor and report on key data such as attendance, persistent absentees, suspensions, permanent exclusions, self- evaluation and pupil characteristics updates to inform strategy. Safeguarding Children: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. We also expect full compliance with all statutory policies and procedures on safeguarding and child protection. Confidentiality: We expect all staff ensure that confidentiality is maintained and work in line with agreed Trust policies and protocols. Staff are also expected to maintain statutory responsibilities e.g. Data Protection and Freedom of Information. General: The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the Statement of Conditions of Employment. The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. Undertaking any other duties which may be reasonably assigned and regarded as within the responsibilities of the post, subject to the proviso that any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms. The post holder will be expected to have an agreed flexible working pattern to ensure that all relevant functions are fulfilled through direct dialogue with the CEO and Directors. How to apply: The deadline for receipt of applications is 9:00am on Thursday 14th May 2026. If you would like to arrange a telephone appointment to discuss the role, please contact Sarah Yusuf-Watson by email at . Applicants should complete the Catholic Education Service Leadership form, available in supporting documents. Please use the personal statement in your application form to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, with evidence provided where ever possible of outcomes and positive impact. Candidates will be shortlisted on how well they demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attributes set out in the job description and person specification. Completed forms should be submitted by an email via the button below. Should you have any queries please contact HR on . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Wednesday 20th May 2026. The interview process will consist of a series of job-related exercises designed to give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate the key attitudes, skills and knowledge required for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be fully briefed at the beginning of the process and supported throughout the day. Safeguarding: St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory shortlisting and pre-employment checks . click apply for full job details
May 01, 2026
Full time
St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust is recruiting: DIRECTOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION Contract Length: Permanent Salary Range: Highly competitive + benefits Location: Flexible. The nature of work will largely involve the postholder carrying out work at different schools within the Trust. There is also a Head office at Shirley Court, Croydon, CR9 5AS Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer We are looking for an exceptional individual to join the Central Services team at St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust, as our Director of Secondary Education. We currently have four Secondary schools and twelve Primary schools. We are a growing Trust and are supported by the Archdiocese of Southwark to grow to thirty-five schools over the next three to five years. This is a demanding role in a positive environment where we expect the very best from everyone in our team. Our Catholic Ethos and Mission is at the heart of everything we do and we except candidates to share and embrace those values. The ideal candidate will: Have extensive experience of working as part of a secondary school senior leadership team, including at Headteacher level. Be able to demonstrate recent success at leading school improvement and raising education standards for children. Possess the ability to inspire, empower and challenge staff to lead the next stage of a school's journey. Be an excellent written and verbal communicator. Align to the mission, vision and values of St Oscar Romero and the Diocese In return we offer: The opportunity to work within a highly skilled and supportive team. A commitment to continue with national pay, terms and conditions. Access to the generous Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Scheme. Staff benefits, including a cycle to work scheme. Opportunities for personal and professional growth and access to our Training Portal. The opportunity to join a growing Trust. Closing date: 9:00am Thursday 14th May 2026. Interview date: Wednesday 20th May 2026. Start date: September 2026. Please also see the Annual report and further information on our website: Responsible for: Secondary standards, Secondary school improvement and key performance secondary outcomes. The successful candidate would be responsible for a significant additional area, for example professional development pathways across the Trust. Job Description: As a member of the Trust's Executive Team, the Director of Secondary Education is a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving excellence in teaching, learning, and academic outcomes across Secondary schools within the Trust and working alongside the Directors of Primary. The successful candidate would also be responsible for leading on a key area for the Trust, for example professional development pathways across the Trust. Main Purpose: Uphold, develop, and promote the Trust's mission, vision, and values. Contribute towards the development and delivery of the Trust's five-year strategic plan, self evaluation and development plan. Produce reports for the CEO, Trust Board, and external partners on the quality of education and the impact of school improvement activity and contribute towardstermly policy updates and newsletters. Ensure effective and timely delivery of Trust-wide projects to ensure the best possible outcomes for all children. Develop, deliver and promote the positive reputation of the Trust and contribute towards broader system leadership support beyond the Trust. Develop and deliver policies and guidance in line with Trust and statutory requirements and ensure consistent implementation and application across all schools. Apply knowledge of statutory and regulatory compliance to ensure compliance across all schools. Take strategic responsibility for Trust wide areas as allocated by the Chief Executive Officer. Provide advice and guidance to school leaders on safeguarding. Support with the planning, organisation and facilitation of high-quality professional development opportunities, networks and programmesfor Trust staff Providing strategic leadership for the Trust secondary schools: Working with the Chief Executive Officer to deliver a long-term Trust Secondary Strategy. Working with the Chief Executive Officer to challenge and support secondary school leaders to deliver outstanding Catholic Education for all. Support with the planning, organisation and facilitation of high-quality professional development opportunities, networks and programmesfor Trust staff. Support the Chief Executive Officer and secondary Headteachers in the setting and achievement of challenging school performance targets as well as other key performance indicators. Support the Chief Executive Officer and secondary Headteachers with all secondary scrutiny processes and self-evaluation work. Work with the Chief Education Officer and secondary Headteachers to ensure consistency of approach and overall effectiveness of the Trust. Be a line manager for secondary Headteachers. Develop and deliver the Trust's secondary school improvement strategy, action plan and framework; in coordination with the Chief Executive Officer and Headteachers. Support the Trust's strategic approach and ensure statutory compliance across all secondary schools. Work with secondary schools Headteachers and school leaders to ensure effective delivery of school improvement. Lead on strategic oversight of accountability, scrutiny, and quality assurance processes for the Trust Secondary schools: Manage the approach with an understanding of the demands experienced by school leaders and the need to provide effective monitoring, accurate judgements and robust accountability. Support the Chief Executive Officer with all secondary scrutiny processes, e.g. academic outcomes and safeguarding. Support the Chief Executive Officer with secondary quality assurance processes e.g. internal and external reviews. Provide performance reports to the Standards Committee of the Trust Board as required, including schools' progress to targets and prompts for school improvement throughout the academic year. Monitor and report on key data such as attendance, persistent absentees, suspensions, permanent exclusions, self- evaluation and pupil characteristics updates to inform strategy. Safeguarding Children: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. We also expect full compliance with all statutory policies and procedures on safeguarding and child protection. Confidentiality: We expect all staff ensure that confidentiality is maintained and work in line with agreed Trust policies and protocols. Staff are also expected to maintain statutory responsibilities e.g. Data Protection and Freedom of Information. General: The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the Statement of Conditions of Employment. The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. Undertaking any other duties which may be reasonably assigned and regarded as within the responsibilities of the post, subject to the proviso that any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms. The post holder will be expected to have an agreed flexible working pattern to ensure that all relevant functions are fulfilled through direct dialogue with the CEO and Directors. How to apply: The deadline for receipt of applications is 9:00am on Thursday 14th May 2026. If you would like to arrange a telephone appointment to discuss the role, please contact Sarah Yusuf-Watson by email at . Applicants should complete the Catholic Education Service Leadership form, available in supporting documents. Please use the personal statement in your application form to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, with evidence provided where ever possible of outcomes and positive impact. Candidates will be shortlisted on how well they demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attributes set out in the job description and person specification. Completed forms should be submitted by an email via the button below. Should you have any queries please contact HR on . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Wednesday 20th May 2026. The interview process will consist of a series of job-related exercises designed to give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate the key attitudes, skills and knowledge required for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be fully briefed at the beginning of the process and supported throughout the day. Safeguarding: St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to satisfactory shortlisting and pre-employment checks . click apply for full job details
Join our Client Devon and Cornwall Constabulary Legal Team! Are you a qualified legal professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the Police Service? We have an amazing role that could be perfect for you! Our client is seeking a Legal Advisor to join their dynamic Legal Services Department for a temporary 12-month contract based in Middlemoor, Exeter. Competitive Pay: Hourly rate of £26.41.Convenient Location: Middlemoor ExeterFull-Time Opportunity: Immerse yourself in a role that makes a difference! Your Role in a Nutshell As a Legal Advisor, you will provide comprehensive legal services to the Chief Constables, officers, staff, and the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners (OPCC). Your expertise will be pivotal in guiding strategic and tactical legal decisions across three key areas: Litigation, Operations, and Vulnerability . Key Responsibilities: Offer strategic legal advice on a variety of contentious matters, including civil claims, Employment Tribunals, and Inquests. Manage operational case files, advising on misconduct cases, licensing applications, and more. Collaborate with police officers and partner agencies to obtain civil preventative orders. Provide tactical advice during police operations and represent the Chief Constable in legal proceedings. Supervise and mentor paralegals, ensuring high standards of legal advice. What We're Looking For:To excel in this role, you should possess: An LLB (Hons) degree or equivalent and be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. Experience handling contentious matters and a strong grasp of legal principles, legislation, and police law. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels. A proactive mindset, critical thinking abilities, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment. Due to the Police Vetting Criteria you must have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application. Who You Are:You are an emotionally aware, innovative, and collaborative individual who thrives in teamwork. You take ownership of your responsibilities and inspire those around you. Your strong research and investigative skills enable you to navigate complex legal landscapes with ease Don't Miss Out!This is your chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to serving the community and upholding justice. Join us in making a difference! We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Apply Today!Be the legal expert that helps shape the future of policing in our community. We can't wait to meet you! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
Join our Client Devon and Cornwall Constabulary Legal Team! Are you a qualified legal professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the Police Service? We have an amazing role that could be perfect for you! Our client is seeking a Legal Advisor to join their dynamic Legal Services Department for a temporary 12-month contract based in Middlemoor, Exeter. Competitive Pay: Hourly rate of £26.41.Convenient Location: Middlemoor ExeterFull-Time Opportunity: Immerse yourself in a role that makes a difference! Your Role in a Nutshell As a Legal Advisor, you will provide comprehensive legal services to the Chief Constables, officers, staff, and the Offices of the Police and Crime Commissioners (OPCC). Your expertise will be pivotal in guiding strategic and tactical legal decisions across three key areas: Litigation, Operations, and Vulnerability . Key Responsibilities: Offer strategic legal advice on a variety of contentious matters, including civil claims, Employment Tribunals, and Inquests. Manage operational case files, advising on misconduct cases, licensing applications, and more. Collaborate with police officers and partner agencies to obtain civil preventative orders. Provide tactical advice during police operations and represent the Chief Constable in legal proceedings. Supervise and mentor paralegals, ensuring high standards of legal advice. What We're Looking For:To excel in this role, you should possess: An LLB (Hons) degree or equivalent and be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. Experience handling contentious matters and a strong grasp of legal principles, legislation, and police law. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels. A proactive mindset, critical thinking abilities, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment. Due to the Police Vetting Criteria you must have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years at the time of application. Who You Are:You are an emotionally aware, innovative, and collaborative individual who thrives in teamwork. You take ownership of your responsibilities and inspire those around you. Your strong research and investigative skills enable you to navigate complex legal landscapes with ease Don't Miss Out!This is your chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to serving the community and upholding justice. Join us in making a difference! We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Apply Today!Be the legal expert that helps shape the future of policing in our community. We can't wait to meet you! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis - International Banking Group - London - £115,000 + benefits We are partnering confidentially with an international banking group to recruit a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis into its London finance function. This is a senior, high-impact role responsible for leading FP&A across the business, providing strategic financial insight to senior leadership, and driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across a complex banking environment. Sitting at the centre of Finance, this position plays a key role in supporting the UK CFO, CEO, and Board with high-quality financial analysis, forward-looking insight, and robust planning processes. You will lead a small team while working closely with stakeholders across treasury, corporate banking, and senior management. The Opportunity Role: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis Location: London Working model: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office Department: Finance Reports to: Chief Financial Officer About the Organisation Our client is a well-established international banking group with a strong presence in London and operations across multiple global financial centres. The organisation operates across treasury, markets, and corporate banking activities, supporting a broad institutional client base and maintaining a robust regulatory and governance framework. Known for its technical expertise, prudent risk management, and collaborative culture, the bank offers a professional environment where finance plays a central role in supporting complex financial products and ensuring the highest standards of reporting, control, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting process across all business areas. Provide forward-looking financial analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to inform management decisions. Deliver regular reporting and performance analysis across income, costs, balance sheet, and KPIs. Strategic Analysis & Business Partnering Provide strategic financial insight to the UK CFO, CEO, Board, and Group Finance. Partner with senior stakeholders across treasury and corporate banking functions regarding financial performance. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insight for non-financial audiences. Team Leadership & Development Manage, motivate, and develop a small FP&A team. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the function. Controls, Governance & Process Improvement Ensure robust controls, procedures, and policies across FP&A processes. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes, and systems. Support operational risk management within the finance function. Your Profile Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA). Extensive experience within a banking finance function, ideally supporting treasury or corporate banking teams. Proven FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting experience within a regulated environment. Strong leadership experience managing and developing small teams. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly to senior, non-finance stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills and strong systems awareness. Experience improving processes and implementing efficiencies. What's on Offer Salary: £115,000 per annum. Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the London office. Senior, visible role supporting executive leadership. Opportunity to lead FP&A within a complex international banking environment. Professional, collaborative finance culture with strong governance and standards.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Head of Financial Planning & Analysis - International Banking Group - London - £115,000 + benefits We are partnering confidentially with an international banking group to recruit a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis into its London finance function. This is a senior, high-impact role responsible for leading FP&A across the business, providing strategic financial insight to senior leadership, and driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across a complex banking environment. Sitting at the centre of Finance, this position plays a key role in supporting the UK CFO, CEO, and Board with high-quality financial analysis, forward-looking insight, and robust planning processes. You will lead a small team while working closely with stakeholders across treasury, corporate banking, and senior management. The Opportunity Role: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis Location: London Working model: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office Department: Finance Reports to: Chief Financial Officer About the Organisation Our client is a well-established international banking group with a strong presence in London and operations across multiple global financial centres. The organisation operates across treasury, markets, and corporate banking activities, supporting a broad institutional client base and maintaining a robust regulatory and governance framework. Known for its technical expertise, prudent risk management, and collaborative culture, the bank offers a professional environment where finance plays a central role in supporting complex financial products and ensuring the highest standards of reporting, control, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting process across all business areas. Provide forward-looking financial analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to inform management decisions. Deliver regular reporting and performance analysis across income, costs, balance sheet, and KPIs. Strategic Analysis & Business Partnering Provide strategic financial insight to the UK CFO, CEO, Board, and Group Finance. Partner with senior stakeholders across treasury and corporate banking functions regarding financial performance. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insight for non-financial audiences. Team Leadership & Development Manage, motivate, and develop a small FP&A team. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the function. Controls, Governance & Process Improvement Ensure robust controls, procedures, and policies across FP&A processes. Identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes, and systems. Support operational risk management within the finance function. Your Profile Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA). Extensive experience within a banking finance function, ideally supporting treasury or corporate banking teams. Proven FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting experience within a regulated environment. Strong leadership experience managing and developing small teams. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly to senior, non-finance stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills and strong systems awareness. Experience improving processes and implementing efficiencies. What's on Offer Salary: £115,000 per annum. Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the London office. Senior, visible role supporting executive leadership. Opportunity to lead FP&A within a complex international banking environment. Professional, collaborative finance culture with strong governance and standards.
Our client is a leading provider of education and skills in the Liverpool City Region, committed to transforming lives through high-quality technical and professional learning. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration and community impact, the college plays a vital role in supporting local and regional priorities, delivering outstanding outcomes for learners, staff and employers, and strengthening its position as an anchor institution in the area. Our client is seeking a strategic and dynamic Chief Operating Officer to join its Principalship Team. This pivotal role will shape and drive the college's operational strategy, ensuring systems, resources and infrastructure are future-ready, financially sustainable, and capable of supporting exceptional teaching, learning, and student experience. The COO will provide executive leadership across all non-curricular functions, champion digital transformation, operational excellence, and service innovation, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our client has engaged FE Associates to support them with this appointment. Interested parties should contact for an initial discussion. Closing date: 9am on Monday 1 June 2026 Interviews: Friday 12 June and Monday 15 June 2026
May 01, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading provider of education and skills in the Liverpool City Region, committed to transforming lives through high-quality technical and professional learning. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration and community impact, the college plays a vital role in supporting local and regional priorities, delivering outstanding outcomes for learners, staff and employers, and strengthening its position as an anchor institution in the area. Our client is seeking a strategic and dynamic Chief Operating Officer to join its Principalship Team. This pivotal role will shape and drive the college's operational strategy, ensuring systems, resources and infrastructure are future-ready, financially sustainable, and capable of supporting exceptional teaching, learning, and student experience. The COO will provide executive leadership across all non-curricular functions, champion digital transformation, operational excellence, and service innovation, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our client has engaged FE Associates to support them with this appointment. Interested parties should contact for an initial discussion. Closing date: 9am on Monday 1 June 2026 Interviews: Friday 12 June and Monday 15 June 2026
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services About this role Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership. What you'll do Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business. Bring technical leadership to your team. We don't require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team's work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions. Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture. Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You'll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place. What we're looking for An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment. We are looking for: Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases A balance of self-reflection and bias for action Strong ownership and excellent communication A drive for positive, proactive impact We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you: A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space. A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business Influence change in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services About this role Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership. What you'll do Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business. Bring technical leadership to your team. We don't require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team's work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions. Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture. Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You'll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place. What we're looking for An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment. We are looking for: Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases A balance of self-reflection and bias for action Strong ownership and excellent communication A drive for positive, proactive impact We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you: A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space. A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business Influence change in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Head of Legal and Governance.This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate You will Advising on decisions that constitute a key decision and ensuring appropriate support is in place to enable effective scrutiny. Develop and maintain the authority's Constitution, governance frameworks, and decision-making protocols, ensuring these are widely available for consultation with members, employees and the public. Oversee corporate assurance with reference to code of conduct (including conflicts of interest), whistleblowing, information governance and transparency. As the Monitoring Officer, make recommendations on the appropriate action against any unlawful acts in line with relevant governance requirements. Act as the most senior legal adviser to the authority, the Mayor (when elected), Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, including on constitutional matters and complex legal issues. Work closely with the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance (S73 Officer) and Executive Leadership Team to shape and deliver strategic policy and corporate plans. Provide legal and governance input into programmes, partnerships, and regional initiatives representing the authority in these and other external forums. Operational oversight Strategic and operational leadership of the Legal Services function, ensuring high-quality, timely legal advice across the authority. Develop and lead the Democratic Services and Scrutiny function, ensuring effective support for elected members, committees and advisory boards, and facilitating public engagement. Support and enable the leadership of the emerging HR and OD function, including relevant policies and frameworks, and appropriate execution of an effective HROD service. Strategic and operational leadership of the Information Governance and Data Protection function, ensuring statutory requirements are met in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) Ensure a register of Members' interests, gifts and hospitality is maintained Ensure the effective operation of the Councillors' Code of Conduct including member complaints and the Investigation and Disciplinary Committee process in relation to Protected Officers. Oversee legal risk management, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Leadership and management Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team of professionals, providing clear objectives and direction. Lead by example as part of the Senior Leadership Team, embodying the highest standards of ethical practice and behaviour and demonstrating integrity at all times. Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement through mentoring and coaching of staff. Manage budgets and resources effectively. Support the development of the team by creating a learning environment and a culture of collaboration. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 HYBRID WORKING IS AVAILABLE
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Head of Legal and Governance.This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate You will Advising on decisions that constitute a key decision and ensuring appropriate support is in place to enable effective scrutiny. Develop and maintain the authority's Constitution, governance frameworks, and decision-making protocols, ensuring these are widely available for consultation with members, employees and the public. Oversee corporate assurance with reference to code of conduct (including conflicts of interest), whistleblowing, information governance and transparency. As the Monitoring Officer, make recommendations on the appropriate action against any unlawful acts in line with relevant governance requirements. Act as the most senior legal adviser to the authority, the Mayor (when elected), Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, including on constitutional matters and complex legal issues. Work closely with the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance (S73 Officer) and Executive Leadership Team to shape and deliver strategic policy and corporate plans. Provide legal and governance input into programmes, partnerships, and regional initiatives representing the authority in these and other external forums. Operational oversight Strategic and operational leadership of the Legal Services function, ensuring high-quality, timely legal advice across the authority. Develop and lead the Democratic Services and Scrutiny function, ensuring effective support for elected members, committees and advisory boards, and facilitating public engagement. Support and enable the leadership of the emerging HR and OD function, including relevant policies and frameworks, and appropriate execution of an effective HROD service. Strategic and operational leadership of the Information Governance and Data Protection function, ensuring statutory requirements are met in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) Ensure a register of Members' interests, gifts and hospitality is maintained Ensure the effective operation of the Councillors' Code of Conduct including member complaints and the Investigation and Disciplinary Committee process in relation to Protected Officers. Oversee legal risk management, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Leadership and management Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team of professionals, providing clear objectives and direction. Lead by example as part of the Senior Leadership Team, embodying the highest standards of ethical practice and behaviour and demonstrating integrity at all times. Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement through mentoring and coaching of staff. Manage budgets and resources effectively. Support the development of the team by creating a learning environment and a culture of collaboration. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 HYBRID WORKING IS AVAILABLE
