Product/UX Designer North Manchester £55,000-£60,000 + strong progression Hybrid after onboarding One of the North West's most exciting tech and product transformation journeys is continuing to grow. We're working with a highly successful Manchester business that is heavily investing in technology, product and digital experience, having recently brought in a new Tech Director, Head of Product and Head of Engineering as part of a major transformation programme. They're now looking for a Product/UX Designer to help shape the next phase of that journey. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys solving genuine product and workflow challenges rather than purely marketing or brand-led design work. The environment is fast-moving, collaborative and product-focused, with design becoming increasingly central to how the business builds and improves its platforms. The role You'll be working on a range of customer-facing products, internal systems and operational platforms used across the business. A big part of the role is simplifying complex journeys and improving how users interact with data-heavy workflows across areas such as: customer portals billing and account journeys operational tooling usage and reporting platforms internal systems and processes You'll work closely with Product Managers, Engineers and senior stakeholders, helping influence both the user experience and wider product direction. There's also a genuine opportunity to help shape and influence the growing UX capability within the business as the team continues to expand. Why this role stands out ? Major tech and product investment ? Design becoming a key part of business decisions ? Collaborative Product + Engineering culture ? Modernisation and transformation projects already underway ? Opportunity to mentor and help shape design standards ? Complex UX challenges with real business impact ? Strong progression opportunities as the team grows What they're looking for They're open on background, but ideally someone who has experience working on: SaaS products platforms operational systems internal tooling workflow-heavy applications or complex digital products The key thing is somebody who enjoys: untangling complexity improving workflows collaborating closely with Product and Engineering and thinking deeply about user experience rather than purely visual design Tech/tools Figma, prototyping, design systems, user flows, research and collaborative product design experience are all highly relevant. Working setup Initially the role is more office-led while teams continue embedding together, before moving into a more hybrid setup. The business has built a genuinely strong culture around collaboration, learning and progression, with onsite perks including: free breakfast and lunch onsite gym modern office environment strong team culture This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a business at the right stage of growth, where UX and Product are genuinely being invested in and where you can have a visible impact on both the product experience and wider business direction.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Product/UX Designer North Manchester £55,000-£60,000 + strong progression Hybrid after onboarding One of the North West's most exciting tech and product transformation journeys is continuing to grow. We're working with a highly successful Manchester business that is heavily investing in technology, product and digital experience, having recently brought in a new Tech Director, Head of Product and Head of Engineering as part of a major transformation programme. They're now looking for a Product/UX Designer to help shape the next phase of that journey. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys solving genuine product and workflow challenges rather than purely marketing or brand-led design work. The environment is fast-moving, collaborative and product-focused, with design becoming increasingly central to how the business builds and improves its platforms. The role You'll be working on a range of customer-facing products, internal systems and operational platforms used across the business. A big part of the role is simplifying complex journeys and improving how users interact with data-heavy workflows across areas such as: customer portals billing and account journeys operational tooling usage and reporting platforms internal systems and processes You'll work closely with Product Managers, Engineers and senior stakeholders, helping influence both the user experience and wider product direction. There's also a genuine opportunity to help shape and influence the growing UX capability within the business as the team continues to expand. Why this role stands out ? Major tech and product investment ? Design becoming a key part of business decisions ? Collaborative Product + Engineering culture ? Modernisation and transformation projects already underway ? Opportunity to mentor and help shape design standards ? Complex UX challenges with real business impact ? Strong progression opportunities as the team grows What they're looking for They're open on background, but ideally someone who has experience working on: SaaS products platforms operational systems internal tooling workflow-heavy applications or complex digital products The key thing is somebody who enjoys: untangling complexity improving workflows collaborating closely with Product and Engineering and thinking deeply about user experience rather than purely visual design Tech/tools Figma, prototyping, design systems, user flows, research and collaborative product design experience are all highly relevant. Working setup Initially the role is more office-led while teams continue embedding together, before moving into a more hybrid setup. The business has built a genuinely strong culture around collaboration, learning and progression, with onsite perks including: free breakfast and lunch onsite gym modern office environment strong team culture This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a business at the right stage of growth, where UX and Product are genuinely being invested in and where you can have a visible impact on both the product experience and wider business direction.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.
Job Title: Head of IT Location: Worcestershire across 3 sites (predominantly office based with flexibility for remote working of 1 day per week) Reports To: Partner, Head of Finance and Operations Department: Operational Support Direct Reports: 1 1st Line IT Support Technician Role Purpose The Head of IT has full accountability for the firm's information technology environment, ensuring it is secure, resilient, scalable and aligned to the firm's strategic and regulatory objectives. The role will also be responsible for driving the thoughtful and appropriate adoption of AI and automation, ensuring these technologies are used safely, ethically and pragmatically to enhance efficiency, decision making and client service. This is a senior leadership role with clear ownership of the end to end IT estate, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data and third party services. The role is responsible not only for operational stability, but for shaping and delivering the firm's technology roadmap so that technology actively supports business growth, efficiency and risk management. Working closely with senior leadership, the Head of IT will plan, prioritise and deliver technology initiatives using robust project management disciplines, ensuring change is well governed, outcomes focused and delivered with minimal disruption to the business. Core Accountabilities The overall performance, security and resilience of the firm's IT estate Ownership and continuous evolution of the business technology stack Delivery of IT and digital change programmes through effective project management Alignment of technology decisions with business strategy, regulatory obligations and operational risk IT governance, supplier performance, investment decisions and technology related risk Driving the responsible use of AI and automation to support efficiency, insight and business growth Key Responsibilities Technology Ownership & Infrastructure Own and manage the firm's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, cloud services, servers, storage, backup and disaster recovery Ensure systems are secure, reliable, well maintained and capable of scaling with business growth Proactively identify and address performance issues, capacity constraints and technical debt Oversee and coordinate external IT service providers where required Cybersecurity & Data Protection Hold overall accountability for the firm's cybersecurity posture Define, implement and enforce security policies, standards and controls Monitor systems and risks, responding appropriately to threats and incidents Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection legislation and industry best practice Act as senior owner for IT related incidents, risk management and remediation Business Applications & Technology Stack Own the selection, implementation, integration and optimisation of core business systems Ensure applications are stable, well integrated and aligned to business processes Manage vendor relationships to maximise value, performance and reliability Ensure users are informed of relevant system changes and improvements IT Strategy, Projects & Change Delivery Define and maintain a clear IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap Translate strategic objectives into clearly scoped, prioritised and well governed IT projects Lead and deliver IT and digital change initiatives using appropriate project management methodologies Manage project plans, risks, dependencies, budgets and stakeholder communication Ensure technology change is delivered on time, within scope and aligned to business outcomes Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Own and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements Ensure backups are robust, current and regularly tested Periodically test recovery processes and implement improvements Vendor, MSP & Contract Management Own the relationship and performance of the outsourced IT Managed Service Provider Manage all third party technology suppliers and service contracts Negotiate and review contracts and SLAs to ensure value, resilience and scalability Ensure contracts are renewed, replaced or exited in a controlled and timely manner Budget, Governance & Compliance Own the IT budget, cost forecasting and investment planning Ensure technology spend delivers clear business value Establish and maintain IT policies, procedures and governance frameworks Prepare for and manage IT audits and regulatory reviews Team Leadership & User Enablement Line manage and develop the 1st Line IT Support Technician Ensure users receive effective, timely and professional IT support Develop and deliver IT training to improve adoption and capability Maintain clear documentation, procedures and user guidance Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (IT Manager, IT Lead or Head of IT) Experience in accountancy, finance or professional services strongly preferred Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms and business systems Demonstrable experience of cybersecurity, data protection and risk management Proven track record of delivering IT projects and managing technology change Strong vendor, contract and Managed Service Provider management experience Strong experience of building stakeholder relationships with Senior executives & C Suite. Proven line management, leadership and project management skills. Excellent communication and Team Player skills Strong decision making, prioritisation and problem solving abilities Qualifications Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, ITIL, CompTIA, CISSP or similar) desirable Personal Attributes Clear ownership mindset with strong accountability Strategic thinker with a practical, delivery focused approach Confident decision maker able to balance risk, cost and business need Proactive, organised and comfortable managing competing priorities Able to operate both strategically and hands on when required Working Conditions Full time role, predominantly office based with some remote flexibility Occasional out of hours work for maintenance or critical incidents Benefits: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Private Medical Health insurance Life Assurance Group Personal Pension Plan Electric Car scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme Enhanced Family Pay - maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support If you wish to be considered for the role, please contact Joanne Harris on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed)
May 18, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of IT Location: Worcestershire across 3 sites (predominantly office based with flexibility for remote working of 1 day per week) Reports To: Partner, Head of Finance and Operations Department: Operational Support Direct Reports: 1 1st Line IT Support Technician Role Purpose The Head of IT has full accountability for the firm's information technology environment, ensuring it is secure, resilient, scalable and aligned to the firm's strategic and regulatory objectives. The role will also be responsible for driving the thoughtful and appropriate adoption of AI and automation, ensuring these technologies are used safely, ethically and pragmatically to enhance efficiency, decision making and client service. This is a senior leadership role with clear ownership of the end to end IT estate, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, data and third party services. The role is responsible not only for operational stability, but for shaping and delivering the firm's technology roadmap so that technology actively supports business growth, efficiency and risk management. Working closely with senior leadership, the Head of IT will plan, prioritise and deliver technology initiatives using robust project management disciplines, ensuring change is well governed, outcomes focused and delivered with minimal disruption to the business. Core Accountabilities The overall performance, security and resilience of the firm's IT estate Ownership and continuous evolution of the business technology stack Delivery of IT and digital change programmes through effective project management Alignment of technology decisions with business strategy, regulatory obligations and operational risk IT governance, supplier performance, investment decisions and technology related risk Driving the responsible use of AI and automation to support efficiency, insight and business growth Key Responsibilities Technology Ownership & Infrastructure Own and manage the firm's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, cloud services, servers, storage, backup and disaster recovery Ensure systems are secure, reliable, well maintained and capable of scaling with business growth Proactively identify and address performance issues, capacity constraints and technical debt Oversee and coordinate external IT service providers where required Cybersecurity & Data Protection Hold overall accountability for the firm's cybersecurity posture Define, implement and enforce security policies, standards and controls Monitor systems and risks, responding appropriately to threats and incidents Ensure compliance with GDPR, data protection legislation and industry best practice Act as senior owner for IT related incidents, risk management and remediation Business Applications & Technology Stack Own the selection, implementation, integration and optimisation of core business systems Ensure applications are stable, well integrated and aligned to business processes Manage vendor relationships to maximise value, performance and reliability Ensure users are informed of relevant system changes and improvements IT Strategy, Projects & Change Delivery Define and maintain a clear IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap Translate strategic objectives into clearly scoped, prioritised and well governed IT projects Lead and deliver IT and digital change initiatives using appropriate project management methodologies Manage project plans, risks, dependencies, budgets and stakeholder communication Ensure technology change is delivered on time, within scope and aligned to business outcomes Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Own and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity arrangements Ensure backups are robust, current and regularly tested Periodically test recovery processes and implement improvements Vendor, MSP & Contract Management Own the relationship and performance of the outsourced IT Managed Service Provider Manage all third party technology suppliers and service contracts Negotiate and review contracts and SLAs to ensure value, resilience and scalability Ensure contracts are renewed, replaced or exited in a controlled and timely manner Budget, Governance & Compliance Own the IT budget, cost forecasting and investment planning Ensure technology spend delivers clear business value Establish and maintain IT policies, procedures and governance frameworks Prepare for and manage IT audits and regulatory reviews Team Leadership & User Enablement Line manage and develop the 1st Line IT Support Technician Ensure users receive effective, timely and professional IT support Develop and deliver IT training to improve adoption and capability Maintain clear documentation, procedures and user guidance Key Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (IT Manager, IT Lead or Head of IT) Experience in accountancy, finance or professional services strongly preferred Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms and business systems Demonstrable experience of cybersecurity, data protection and risk management Proven track record of delivering IT projects and managing technology change Strong vendor, contract and Managed Service Provider management experience Strong experience of building stakeholder relationships with Senior executives & C Suite. Proven line management, leadership and project management skills. Excellent communication and Team Player skills Strong decision making, prioritisation and problem solving abilities Qualifications Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, ITIL, CompTIA, CISSP or similar) desirable Personal Attributes Clear ownership mindset with strong accountability Strategic thinker with a practical, delivery focused approach Confident decision maker able to balance risk, cost and business need Proactive, organised and comfortable managing competing priorities Able to operate both strategically and hands on when required Working Conditions Full time role, predominantly office based with some remote flexibility Occasional out of hours work for maintenance or critical incidents Benefits: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Private Medical Health insurance Life Assurance Group Personal Pension Plan Electric Car scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme Enhanced Family Pay - maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support If you wish to be considered for the role, please contact Joanne Harris on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed)
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Digital Product Manager Job Description About this role Year after year we've been recognised as a great place to work. In 2025, Capital One was ranked 15th in the UK's Best Workplaces list. Our Product Managers are pivotal in the delivery of value, fostering collaboration, and taking responsibility for where and how we invest. As a senior member of our Digital Product team, you will play a strategic role in the definition of our digital product investments. You will be forever building on your understanding of both our consumer and business needs, working across the business to realise this value into the market. What you'll do Autonomously lead the discovery, definition and delivery of new digital products and features that deliver our key business outcomes Collaborate effectively with engineering teams, designers, and others to create compelling strategies for our products, and deliver on them Be passionate about how consumer credit works so that you can disrupt it from the inside out Challenge and champion technology choices to deliver innovative and resilient solutions that enable both near and long term value Integrate business analytics and operational excellence in every aspect of product design and development, and define metrics to measure the success of products Maintain a rigorously human-centred approach, obsessing about internal and external customer needs to reimagine customer interactions What you'll bring Proven experience working within a regulated industry with demonstrable in market results A track record of thought leadership and delivery across complex products or platform capabilities Ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders through strong commercial thinking & engaging communication Proven ability to leverage data and insight to define product strategy and customer experience Ability to appreciate the detail, get under the hood and make decisions that unleash product engineering Excellent communication skills, able to engage, influence and inspire Passionate about achieving the right outcome Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our Nottingham office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Birchanger, Hertfordshire
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well-designed, well-governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architectural integrity and operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people-leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership: Build and deliver a long-term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with the CIO to ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, business applications and change. People Leadership & Team Development: Lead a multi-discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training and succession planning. Create a high-trust, high-performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation, processes and business knowledge to reduce key-person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership: Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall where appropriate) with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAID management and cross-functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go-live. Business Systems Management: Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well-maintained documentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platform concerns and supplier escalations. Drive simplification, standardisation and rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership: Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership: Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost-effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, Business Management or related field. Strong evidence of leadership in technology delivery, business systems or change management. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise-scale change functions. Skills and experience Strong leadership capability: team leadership, coaching, performance management. Deep understanding of business systems, integrations, software delivery lifecycle, and enterprise change management. Ability to oversee complex delivery portfolios, balancing capacity, risk and value. Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior levels. Knowledge of technology strategy, architecture governance, and vendor management. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Ability to constructively challenge, make decisive recommendations, and deliver difficult messages. Demonstrated ability to shape culture, drive behavioural change and embed new ways of working. Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Overview We are searching for a Business Systems, Delivery & Change Manager to lead our business systems, digital platforms, and technology change portfolio. This senior technology leader will ensure our portfolio delivers measurable value, supports operational excellence, and aligns with organisational strategy. You will provide leadership across business systems management, project delivery, and strategic change - ensuring solutions are well-designed, well-governed, and successfully adopted. The role combines people leadership, technology governance, and delivery oversight, guiding cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure that technology change is delivered safely, consistently, and effectively across the business. Responsibilities Define and own the strategic direction for business systems, ensuring alignment to Solus' technology roadmap and business goals. Prioritise the change portfolio, balancing strategic needs, operational risks, dependencies, and capacity. Make decisions on technology investments, supplier contracts, and commercial evaluations. Approve and govern system changes, ensuring security, architectural integrity and operational stability. Own the standards and frameworks for delivery, change governance, business analysis, release management, and system lifecycle management. Make people-leadership decisions including performance management, capability development, and team structure. Evaluate and manage risk across systems, projects and change activity, ensuring regulatory, audit and security requirements are fully met. Strategic Leadership: Build and deliver a long-term strategic roadmap for business systems, integrations, data flows, and platform evolution. Provide leadership across the delivery and change capability, setting expectations for quality, pace, and governance. Work closely with the CIO to ensure alignment between infrastructure, cloud, platforms, business applications and change. People Leadership & Team Development: Lead a multi-discipline function (Business Analysts, Change Leads, Delivery Leads, Systems SMEs) ensuring capability, performance, and progression. Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training and succession planning. Create a high-trust, high-performance culture that empowers colleagues and encourages continuous improvement. Ensure the team manages documentation, processes and business knowledge to reduce key-person dependencies. Delivery & Change Ownership: Own the full lifecycle of technology change: intake, analysis, prioritisation, design assurance, delivery oversight, adoption, and benefits tracking. Ensure delivery teams follow agreed standards (Agile, hybrid, or waterfall where appropriate) with consistent governance. Oversee delivery risks, RAID management and cross-functional dependencies. Ensure systems changes are safe, secure, tested, and supported at go-live. Business Systems Management: Oversee the lifecycle of key business systems - including upgrades, vendor management, integrations, and enhancement roadmaps. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and compliant, supported by well-maintained documentation and change records. Act as escalation point for system incidents, recurring issues, platform concerns and supplier escalations. Drive simplification, standardisation and rationalisation of systems to reduce complexity and improve user experience. Stakeholder Leadership: Build strong relationships with business leaders, operational managers, suppliers, and technology partners. Communicate complex technical and delivery topics clearly at senior level. Represent Technology at governance boards, steering groups, and executive forums. Financial Leadership: Manage budgets for systems, suppliers, licences, and delivery resources. Ensure cost-effective delivery and maximise value for money from suppliers and change activity. Qualifications Degree in IT, Technology, Business Management or related field. Strong evidence of leadership in technology delivery, business systems or change management. Certifications beneficial: ITIL (governance & service management) Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile Project/Programme Management (PMP, MSP, Prince2) Change Management (APMG/PROSCI) Experience managing budgets, suppliers and enterprise-scale change functions. Skills and experience Strong leadership capability: team leadership, coaching, performance management. Deep understanding of business systems, integrations, software delivery lifecycle, and enterprise change management. Ability to oversee complex delivery portfolios, balancing capacity, risk and value. Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior levels. Knowledge of technology strategy, architecture governance, and vendor management. Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments. Ability to constructively challenge, make decisive recommendations, and deliver difficult messages. Demonstrated ability to shape culture, drive behavioural change and embed new ways of working. Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Audit RI Director / PartnerExceptional package • Hybrid working • Lead Your new company A long-established and highly regarded accountancy practice with several offices across Central and Southern England is looking to appoint an Audit RI Director or Partner as part of its strategic growth.The firm has an excellent reputation for technical quality, a strong advisory offering and a people-first culture. Teams benefit from modern systems, collaborative working practices and a clear commitment to ongoing investment in training, leadership development and inclusion. As the firm continues to expand, there is genuine scope for influence, visibility and long-term progression. Your new role This newly created position will see you lead and develop the audit function within one of the firm's key offices. You will manage and grow a diverse client portfolio, increase the firm's local presence and play a pivotal role in shaping the audit strategy.You'll work closely with senior leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality services, support business development initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and contribute to broader firm-wide goals. Line management, coaching and developing the audit team will be a major part of your remit, alongside helping to strengthen external relationships and representing the practice in networking and technical forums. Hybrid working is available (typically three office days), alongside flexible hours What you'll need to succeed • ACA or ACCA qualified• RI status• 5-7+ years' post-qualified UK audit experience• Proven track record operating at Senior Manager, Associate Director or Director level• Strong UK audit knowledge and confidence handling a wide range of technical topics• Excellent communication and client relationship skills• Demonstrated success in business development and growth• Commercial mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders• A collaborative, supportive leadership style What you'll get in return Hybrid and flexible working • Clear leadership pathway and long-term progression • Exposure to a broad and varied client base • Opportunity to shape the audit offering and influence firm strategy • Management Development Programme • Internal awards and recognition schemes • Supportive, inclusive culture with strong investment in people • Regular firm-wide events • Competitive benefits including: - 25 days' holiday + buy/sell options + flexible bank holidays - Additional wellbeing day - EAP with 24/7 GP access - Wellbeing and coaching platforms - Retail discounts - Health cash plan - EV salary sacrifice - Referral bonuses - Pension salary sacrifice - Life assurance - Enhanced family leave What you need to do now If you're an experienced audit leader with RI status and are looking for a confidential conversation about a strategic Director/Partner opportunity, please get in touch. #
May 16, 2026
Full time
Audit RI Director / PartnerExceptional package • Hybrid working • Lead Your new company A long-established and highly regarded accountancy practice with several offices across Central and Southern England is looking to appoint an Audit RI Director or Partner as part of its strategic growth.The firm has an excellent reputation for technical quality, a strong advisory offering and a people-first culture. Teams benefit from modern systems, collaborative working practices and a clear commitment to ongoing investment in training, leadership development and inclusion. As the firm continues to expand, there is genuine scope for influence, visibility and long-term progression. Your new role This newly created position will see you lead and develop the audit function within one of the firm's key offices. You will manage and grow a diverse client portfolio, increase the firm's local presence and play a pivotal role in shaping the audit strategy.You'll work closely with senior leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality services, support business development initiatives, monitor performance metrics, and contribute to broader firm-wide goals. Line management, coaching and developing the audit team will be a major part of your remit, alongside helping to strengthen external relationships and representing the practice in networking and technical forums. Hybrid working is available (typically three office days), alongside flexible hours What you'll need to succeed • ACA or ACCA qualified• RI status• 5-7+ years' post-qualified UK audit experience• Proven track record operating at Senior Manager, Associate Director or Director level• Strong UK audit knowledge and confidence handling a wide range of technical topics• Excellent communication and client relationship skills• Demonstrated success in business development and growth• Commercial mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders• A collaborative, supportive leadership style What you'll get in return Hybrid and flexible working • Clear leadership pathway and long-term progression • Exposure to a broad and varied client base • Opportunity to shape the audit offering and influence firm strategy • Management Development Programme • Internal awards and recognition schemes • Supportive, inclusive culture with strong investment in people • Regular firm-wide events • Competitive benefits including: - 25 days' holiday + buy/sell options + flexible bank holidays - Additional wellbeing day - EAP with 24/7 GP access - Wellbeing and coaching platforms - Retail discounts - Health cash plan - EV salary sacrifice - Referral bonuses - Pension salary sacrifice - Life assurance - Enhanced family leave What you need to do now If you're an experienced audit leader with RI status and are looking for a confidential conversation about a strategic Director/Partner opportunity, please get in touch. #
Role : Senior Business Analyst Area : Asset Management within Alternatives Contract : Permanent Salary : £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Location : London - onsite 3x per weekWe're supporting a leading global asset manager in the search for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join their Alternatives and Private Markets function, focused on building out a modern operating model across an Alternatives investment business onto the eFront platform.This role sits at the heart of a multi-year change initiative, where you will play a key part in shaping how front, middle, and back-office functions interact through new systems and data frameworks. The Role You will take ownership of complex analysis workstreams, working closely with stakeholders across investment, operations, technology, and data teams to understand current processes, identify inefficiencies, and define scalable future-state solutions.A significant part of the work involves supporting the implementation of a new core platform, alongside broader improvements to performance, reporting, and data architecture. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end business analysis across complex change initiatives Map current and target state processes across the investment lifecycle Define data flows, data lineage, and integration points across systems Work with technology teams to translate business requirements into system designs Facilitate workshops and drive alignment across business and IT stakeholders Produce high-quality documentation to support delivery and governance About You We're looking for a genuinely senior, self-sufficient Business Analyst who can operate independently and bring structure to complex environments. You will Bring: Strong Asset anagement experience is essentialy - candidates will not be progressed without this Experience working within Private Markets / Alternatives (highly desirable - e.g. Real Assets, Private Equity) A technical or data-focused Business Analyst background (data analysis, mapping, migration, or change) The successful candidate will have Private Markets/Alternatives experience within Asset Management (Real Assets, PE, etc.) Solid understanding of fund structures, operating models, and investment workflows Experience working on platform implementations or transformation programmes Exposure to eFront is highly desirable Alternatively, experience with SimCorp or Charles River Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive workstreams independently Strong data skills, including experience with SQL and data analysis Ability to work independently, structure ambiguity, and deliver clear recommendations Exposure to alternatives or private markets is advantageous Why Apply? Opportunity to deliver a business-critical transformation programme within a growing alternatives function High visibility role with exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives Collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a focus on innovation and scalability If you're interested in hearing more, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Due to the requirements of this role, all candidates must meet the essential criteria outlined in the job description. Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Role : Senior Business Analyst Area : Asset Management within Alternatives Contract : Permanent Salary : £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Location : London - onsite 3x per weekWe're supporting a leading global asset manager in the search for an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join their Alternatives and Private Markets function, focused on building out a modern operating model across an Alternatives investment business onto the eFront platform.This role sits at the heart of a multi-year change initiative, where you will play a key part in shaping how front, middle, and back-office functions interact through new systems and data frameworks. The Role You will take ownership of complex analysis workstreams, working closely with stakeholders across investment, operations, technology, and data teams to understand current processes, identify inefficiencies, and define scalable future-state solutions.A significant part of the work involves supporting the implementation of a new core platform, alongside broader improvements to performance, reporting, and data architecture. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end business analysis across complex change initiatives Map current and target state processes across the investment lifecycle Define data flows, data lineage, and integration points across systems Work with technology teams to translate business requirements into system designs Facilitate workshops and drive alignment across business and IT stakeholders Produce high-quality documentation to support delivery and governance About You We're looking for a genuinely senior, self-sufficient Business Analyst who can operate independently and bring structure to complex environments. You will Bring: Strong Asset anagement experience is essentialy - candidates will not be progressed without this Experience working within Private Markets / Alternatives (highly desirable - e.g. Real Assets, Private Equity) A technical or data-focused Business Analyst background (data analysis, mapping, migration, or change) The successful candidate will have Private Markets/Alternatives experience within Asset Management (Real Assets, PE, etc.) Solid understanding of fund structures, operating models, and investment workflows Experience working on platform implementations or transformation programmes Exposure to eFront is highly desirable Alternatively, experience with SimCorp or Charles River Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive workstreams independently Strong data skills, including experience with SQL and data analysis Ability to work independently, structure ambiguity, and deliver clear recommendations Exposure to alternatives or private markets is advantageous Why Apply? Opportunity to deliver a business-critical transformation programme within a growing alternatives function High visibility role with exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives Collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a focus on innovation and scalability If you're interested in hearing more, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Due to the requirements of this role, all candidates must meet the essential criteria outlined in the job description. Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Head of IT Hybrid Taunton, 3 days/week £80,000 £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of technology across a values-led organisation that genuinely changes lives. As Head of IT, you will shape and deliver a bold digital agenda. Leading transformation from the front, influencing at the highest level, and building the infrastructure that underpins outstanding care. Our client is a not-for-profit social enterprise delivering high-quality care across the South West. They exist to support people to live the life they choose - and everything they do is guided by their values: connecting with people, making a difference, doing the right thing, and embracing change. Those values aren t just words on a wall; they define how they work, how they lead, and how they grow. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and sitting at Head of Department level, you will hold single-point accountability for all areas of technology across the organisation. This is a hands-on strategic leadership role - one that demands both vision and delivery. You will: • Lead the end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring IT is a genuine enabler of organisational growth and care quality. • Drive large-scale digital transformation programmes - modernising legacy systems, onboarding new platforms, and embedding robust change governance. • Own the full IT budget (capex and opex), providing clear financial oversight and delivering measurable outcomes. • Build and lead a high-performing team, including an IT Programme Manager, Senior Business Analysis Manager, and Data & Insights Manager. • Act as the senior technology voice at Executive and Board level - translating complex technical strategy into compelling, actionable insight. • Serve as the critical bridge between business needs and IT delivery, internal teams, external partners, and all levels of the organisation. What We re Looking For: You are a strategic technology leader who thrives in complex, fast-moving organisations. You bring a track record of delivering transformation. Not just planning it - you know how to take people with you through change. • Proven experience leading significant IT transformation programmes across both back and front office, managing technical and non-technical stakeholders. • A confident executive presence - you ve presented at Board level and you know how to translate technology into business language. • Experience in complex, multi-site organisations where competing priorities are the norm, not the exception. • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage significant budgets and demonstrate return on investment. • A collaborative, people-first leadership style that inspires trust, fosters innovation, and develops others. • Experience in not-for-profit, health or social care settings is desirable but not essential. What matters most is your adaptability and passion for purpose-driven work. The Package: • Salary: £80,000 £90,000 per annum • Car allowance: £5,000 per annum • Annual performance bonus: 5% • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service • 7% matched pension contribution • Individual private healthcare with BUPA • Life cover: 2x salary • Employee Assistance Programme including free 24-hour counselling helpline for you and your family • Access to a retail discounts platform - with average savings of £1,000 per year • Wagestream - access your earned wages before payday • Excellent training and development opportunities with recognised qualifications • Access to The Hub online learning platform Working Pattern: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday, 8:30am 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm. Ready to Lead the Way? If you re a technology leader who wants their work to have real meaning, who wants to modernise, transform and inspire in an organisation where people are at the heart of everything - we d love to hear from you. Please note: This role requires a Standard-level DBS check. We actively promotes equality of opportunity for all candidates.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Head of IT Hybrid Taunton, 3 days/week £80,000 £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of technology across a values-led organisation that genuinely changes lives. As Head of IT, you will shape and deliver a bold digital agenda. Leading transformation from the front, influencing at the highest level, and building the infrastructure that underpins outstanding care. Our client is a not-for-profit social enterprise delivering high-quality care across the South West. They exist to support people to live the life they choose - and everything they do is guided by their values: connecting with people, making a difference, doing the right thing, and embracing change. Those values aren t just words on a wall; they define how they work, how they lead, and how they grow. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and sitting at Head of Department level, you will hold single-point accountability for all areas of technology across the organisation. This is a hands-on strategic leadership role - one that demands both vision and delivery. You will: • Lead the end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring IT is a genuine enabler of organisational growth and care quality. • Drive large-scale digital transformation programmes - modernising legacy systems, onboarding new platforms, and embedding robust change governance. • Own the full IT budget (capex and opex), providing clear financial oversight and delivering measurable outcomes. • Build and lead a high-performing team, including an IT Programme Manager, Senior Business Analysis Manager, and Data & Insights Manager. • Act as the senior technology voice at Executive and Board level - translating complex technical strategy into compelling, actionable insight. • Serve as the critical bridge between business needs and IT delivery, internal teams, external partners, and all levels of the organisation. What We re Looking For: You are a strategic technology leader who thrives in complex, fast-moving organisations. You bring a track record of delivering transformation. Not just planning it - you know how to take people with you through change. • Proven experience leading significant IT transformation programmes across both back and front office, managing technical and non-technical stakeholders. • A confident executive presence - you ve presented at Board level and you know how to translate technology into business language. • Experience in complex, multi-site organisations where competing priorities are the norm, not the exception. • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage significant budgets and demonstrate return on investment. • A collaborative, people-first leadership style that inspires trust, fosters innovation, and develops others. • Experience in not-for-profit, health or social care settings is desirable but not essential. What matters most is your adaptability and passion for purpose-driven work. The Package: • Salary: £80,000 £90,000 per annum • Car allowance: £5,000 per annum • Annual performance bonus: 5% • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service • 7% matched pension contribution • Individual private healthcare with BUPA • Life cover: 2x salary • Employee Assistance Programme including free 24-hour counselling helpline for you and your family • Access to a retail discounts platform - with average savings of £1,000 per year • Wagestream - access your earned wages before payday • Excellent training and development opportunities with recognised qualifications • Access to The Hub online learning platform Working Pattern: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday, 8:30am 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm. Ready to Lead the Way? If you re a technology leader who wants their work to have real meaning, who wants to modernise, transform and inspire in an organisation where people are at the heart of everything - we d love to hear from you. Please note: This role requires a Standard-level DBS check. We actively promotes equality of opportunity for all candidates.
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Job Description We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Internal Controls Manager to join our growing FTSE 250 business. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Internal Controls, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing the Group's financial, operational, and compliance control environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambitious setting and is passionate about driving continuous improvement across the internal control framework. About the role: You will support the development and ongoing monitoring of the Group's internal control framework, with a focus on operational and compliance controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to enhance control design, perform effectiveness testing, and ensure compliance with evolving governance requirements. Key Responsibilities: Support the Senior Manager Internal Controls in the ongoing development and monitoring of the Group's operational and compliance elements of the internal control framework. Conduct design effectiveness reviews of operational and compliance controls, create/review process maps, and work with the business and SMEs to resolve control design failures and monitor remediation plans. Perform operating effectiveness testing of controls, provide outcomes and recommendations, and work with the business to address root causes of control deficiencies and track remediation plans. Provide guidance and best practice advice to operational and compliance control owners on remediation activities and internal control improvements. Advise and educate the business on the impact of new UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. Assist in preparing control assessment findings and recommendations for Executive and Board Committees. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Competence: Proven experience in a risk, internal control, or audit role, ideally within a regulated industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong ability to formulate proposals, provide recommendations, and collaborate with risk and control owners to address control weaknesses. Knowledge & Skills: Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively. Confidence working to tight reporting deadlines. Solid technical skills with a logical, problem-solving mindset. Methodical and disciplined approach, balancing attention to detail with a clear understanding of the broader context. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 620,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £96.1 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,450 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2024 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. What we offer: Starting salary c.£60,000 (Negotiable DOE) Generous holiday allowance of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service Holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Job Description We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Internal Controls Manager to join our growing FTSE 250 business. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Internal Controls, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing the Group's financial, operational, and compliance control environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambitious setting and is passionate about driving continuous improvement across the internal control framework. About the role: You will support the development and ongoing monitoring of the Group's internal control framework, with a focus on operational and compliance controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to enhance control design, perform effectiveness testing, and ensure compliance with evolving governance requirements. Key Responsibilities: Support the Senior Manager Internal Controls in the ongoing development and monitoring of the Group's operational and compliance elements of the internal control framework. Conduct design effectiveness reviews of operational and compliance controls, create/review process maps, and work with the business and SMEs to resolve control design failures and monitor remediation plans. Perform operating effectiveness testing of controls, provide outcomes and recommendations, and work with the business to address root causes of control deficiencies and track remediation plans. Provide guidance and best practice advice to operational and compliance control owners on remediation activities and internal control improvements. Advise and educate the business on the impact of new UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. Assist in preparing control assessment findings and recommendations for Executive and Board Committees. Competence, Knowledge & Skills: Competence: Proven experience in a risk, internal control, or audit role, ideally within a regulated industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong ability to formulate proposals, provide recommendations, and collaborate with risk and control owners to address control weaknesses. Knowledge & Skills: Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively. Confidence working to tight reporting deadlines. Solid technical skills with a logical, problem-solving mindset. Methodical and disciplined approach, balancing attention to detail with a clear understanding of the broader context. About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 620,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £96.1 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1,450 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years and in 2024 named a Great Place to Work. At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles. What we offer: Starting salary c.£60,000 (Negotiable DOE) Generous holiday allowance of 27 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service Holiday buy and sell scheme A choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 8% Discretionary bonus scheme Annual free share awards scheme Buy As You Earn (BAYE) Scheme Health Cash Plan - provided by SimplyHealth Discounted private healthcare scheme and dental plan Free gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Bike loan scheme Sick pay+ pledge Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Loans for travel season tickets Death in service scheme Paid time off for volunteer work Charitable giving opportunities through salary sacrifice Calendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much more Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshops Ongoing technical training Professional qualification support Talent development programmes Peer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time off Monthly leadership breakfasts and lunches Casual dress code Access to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals Hybrid working: At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That's why we offer a hybrid working model, where you'll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues. AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need. If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we'd love to speak to you.
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will: Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs. Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more. Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms. Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems. Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enables growth and service excellence. Create and manage successful partnerships to assist in the delivery of the programme. About You. We're looking for a senior leader who can bring together people, process, and technology to deliver transformation. As an open organisation they seek collaborative people who have honesty, integrity and a sense of humour! You will have: Significant leadership experience in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and AI/automation adoption. At a senior programme manager/director level you will have a track record of leading large-scale, complex IT change programmes and delivering measurable outcomes. Expertise in enterprise system architecture, integration, and security frameworks. Strong understanding of data strategy, governance, and interoperability, ideally with Azure platforms. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior decision-makers across technical and non-technical domains at all levels You can see the strategic big picture but have an entrepreneurial mindset and approach to ensure delivery Experience applying ITIL, ISO 27001 or similar frameworks to ensure service quality and compliance. Relevant postgraduate qualifications, certifications in project/programme management, enterprise architecture, or AI/automation frameworks will be advantageous. What's on Offer? This role comes with an attractive package, including: Salary c. 120,000 pa. Generous pension scheme. 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Personal and professional development opportunities Inclusive employment policies that support diversity and work-life balance. Duration/Type: 18 month Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract. Why Apply? This role offers the chance to: Transform and Organisation and work with a "go ahead" non-hierarchal organisation that has drive a purpose and that contributes to society whilst providing you with a challenge. The CGO, COO CFO and CTO are all behind this programme and will provide full support to you in your work. Shape and deliver cutting-edge AI and automation strategy at an organisational level. Lead innovation and transformation hubs that directly support staff, customers, and communities for this truly class leading inclusive organisation. Be part of a senior leadership team driving digital change, efficiency, and growth. This is a high-profile opportunity for an ambitious leader who wants to be at the forefront of AI, automation, and application strategy in a complex, fast-evolving environment. To be a part of this exciting, inclusive organisation and take on this challenge please send your CV and a supporting statement as to why you are interested to Simon Dunscombe (url removed). Services Advertised are those of an Employment Agency.
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Business Development Manager Maritime UK-Based (with regular visits to our company offices and customer sites) Salary of up to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced business development professional with a maritime defence background to join our forward-thinking organisation. With competitive earning potential supported by a generous bonus scheme, your success will be directly rewarded, giving you the chance to significantly boost your income as you grow the business. What s more, as our Business Development Manager, we ll give you the platform to fast-track your career, opening doors to bigger opportunities, greater responsibility, and the chance to make your mark as we continue to expand. What we re looking for - Previous experience in a similar business development role within the maritime defence industry - Proven success in developing, managing, and winning bids and proposals - Experience working with senior stakeholders and contributing to business growth strategies - A track record of building and managing strong client relationships within defence - Excellent communication skills - Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as required - A bachelor s degree or equivalent, ideally in engineering or a related discipline Other organisations may call this role Sales Manager, Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales and Business Development Executive, Account Development Manager, Client Engagement Manager, BDM, Customer Relationship Manager, or Sales Development Manager. A bit about us At Allan Webb Ltd, we are a leading engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience delivering asset optimisation services to clients across the defence, government, energy, pharmaceutical, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally. We re committed to conducting all our activities ethically, with a strong focus on human rights, sustainability, and social responsibility. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy reflects this commitment, ensuring we operate in a way that positively impacts both society and the environment. We truly champion agile working, believing that flexibility and wellbeing empower our people to perform at their best. What s more, we re proud supporters of the Armed Forces community, and we foster an inclusive, innovative workplace where individuals and teams can thrive. What we can offer you In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Annual bonus scheme - Agile/remote working arrangements - 33 days annual leave (incl. Bank Holidays) - Option to purchase additional annual leave - Regular training and personal development reviews - Investment in professional qualifications and training - Mentoring and coaching programmes - Inclusive and supportive work environment - Active ED&I networks and initiatives - Electric car scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Access to Perkbox (providing over 9,000 perks and benefits) - EAP - a confidential 24/7 service - Employee Referral Bonus (£1,000 following probation) - Payment for Professional Membership - Structured career development and professional accreditation support - Access to high-profile defence and engineering projects - Inclusive, team-oriented culture with a focus on technical excellence What the role involves As our Business Development Manager, you will drive growth by securing new business opportunities and strengthening relationships within the maritime defence sector. Specifically, you will focus on developing new customer relationships across ships, submarines, and wider defence markets while ensuring the retention and expansion of existing accounts through effective account management. Managing the full business development lifecycle, you will oversee everything from lead generation and campaign planning through to solution development, proposal preparation, pitching, negotiation, and closing opportunities successfully. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will also contribute to shaping our future vision and strategy, identifying and planning new business opportunities across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons to support our ongoing growth. Please note, you will also need to have the following: - Existing right to live and work in the UK - Willingness to undergo a BPSS check prior to site access - Ability to hold, or eligibility to obtain, SC security clearance Webrecruit and Allan Webb Ltd are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to join us as a Business Development Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Business Development Manager Maritime UK-Based (with regular visits to our company offices and customer sites) Salary of up to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced business development professional with a maritime defence background to join our forward-thinking organisation. With competitive earning potential supported by a generous bonus scheme, your success will be directly rewarded, giving you the chance to significantly boost your income as you grow the business. What s more, as our Business Development Manager, we ll give you the platform to fast-track your career, opening doors to bigger opportunities, greater responsibility, and the chance to make your mark as we continue to expand. What we re looking for - Previous experience in a similar business development role within the maritime defence industry - Proven success in developing, managing, and winning bids and proposals - Experience working with senior stakeholders and contributing to business growth strategies - A track record of building and managing strong client relationships within defence - Excellent communication skills - Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally as required - A bachelor s degree or equivalent, ideally in engineering or a related discipline Other organisations may call this role Sales Manager, Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales and Business Development Executive, Account Development Manager, Client Engagement Manager, BDM, Customer Relationship Manager, or Sales Development Manager. A bit about us At Allan Webb Ltd, we are a leading engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience delivering asset optimisation services to clients across the defence, government, energy, pharmaceutical, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally. We re committed to conducting all our activities ethically, with a strong focus on human rights, sustainability, and social responsibility. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy reflects this commitment, ensuring we operate in a way that positively impacts both society and the environment. We truly champion agile working, believing that flexibility and wellbeing empower our people to perform at their best. What s more, we re proud supporters of the Armed Forces community, and we foster an inclusive, innovative workplace where individuals and teams can thrive. What we can offer you In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Annual bonus scheme - Agile/remote working arrangements - 33 days annual leave (incl. Bank Holidays) - Option to purchase additional annual leave - Regular training and personal development reviews - Investment in professional qualifications and training - Mentoring and coaching programmes - Inclusive and supportive work environment - Active ED&I networks and initiatives - Electric car scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Access to Perkbox (providing over 9,000 perks and benefits) - EAP - a confidential 24/7 service - Employee Referral Bonus (£1,000 following probation) - Payment for Professional Membership - Structured career development and professional accreditation support - Access to high-profile defence and engineering projects - Inclusive, team-oriented culture with a focus on technical excellence What the role involves As our Business Development Manager, you will drive growth by securing new business opportunities and strengthening relationships within the maritime defence sector. Specifically, you will focus on developing new customer relationships across ships, submarines, and wider defence markets while ensuring the retention and expansion of existing accounts through effective account management. Managing the full business development lifecycle, you will oversee everything from lead generation and campaign planning through to solution development, proposal preparation, pitching, negotiation, and closing opportunities successfully. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will also contribute to shaping our future vision and strategy, identifying and planning new business opportunities across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons to support our ongoing growth. Please note, you will also need to have the following: - Existing right to live and work in the UK - Willingness to undergo a BPSS check prior to site access - Ability to hold, or eligibility to obtain, SC security clearance Webrecruit and Allan Webb Ltd are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to join us as a Business Development Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Job Description Our Client - Guiseley At Our Client's in Guiseley site, our Vehicle Technicians play a vital role within the Aftersales function, delivering an outstanding customer motoring experience built on honesty and trust. We are looking to recruit Technicians to join our growing, modern workshop in Guiseley. You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced Service Manager who is expanding the team to support one of the UK's largest motor retailers. The role presents the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled Technician team in one of the company's biggest workshops. We are offering a basic salary between 28,840 and 48,880 , depending on skills and experience, based on a 40-hour working week. While this role is primarily Monday to Friday, there may occasionally be requirements to work on Saturdays to support business needs or special events. Advance notice will be provided, and any Saturday hours will be paid as overtime. The packages offered are dependent upon experience and accreditation, with examples as follows: Service and Maintenance Technicians: basics up to 39,200 Service and Diagnostic Technicians: basics up to 41,600 Senior Technicians: basics up to 44,000 Master Technicians: basics up to 48,880 Your role as a Vehicle Technician is crucial in delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and quality workmanship. You will be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing vehicles to the highest standards. From routine servicing to complex repairs, your expertise will ensure first-time fixes and customer confidence. To be successful in this role, you should have: A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 Current experience as a Vehicle Technician MOT license preferred but not essential Your own set of tools A full UK driving licence At Our Client , investment in personal development is a key priority. As a successful candidate, you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities, a clear career path, and a range of benefits that reflect their commitment to being an employer of choice, including: 33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37 with length of service Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to full manufacturer training, including EV and electrical training Evolution Management Development program for career progression Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Share incentive scheme for tax-efficient investment and rewards Comprehensive Tool Insurance Programme Company pension scheme Online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts at major retailers Preferential service rates for your own vehicle Exclusive discounts on vehicle purchases Join the team at Our Client and take your career to new heights. As a national company with over 190 locations across England and Scotland, there are always opportunities for internal progression and long-term career development.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Job Description Our Client - Guiseley At Our Client's in Guiseley site, our Vehicle Technicians play a vital role within the Aftersales function, delivering an outstanding customer motoring experience built on honesty and trust. We are looking to recruit Technicians to join our growing, modern workshop in Guiseley. You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced Service Manager who is expanding the team to support one of the UK's largest motor retailers. The role presents the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled Technician team in one of the company's biggest workshops. We are offering a basic salary between 28,840 and 48,880 , depending on skills and experience, based on a 40-hour working week. While this role is primarily Monday to Friday, there may occasionally be requirements to work on Saturdays to support business needs or special events. Advance notice will be provided, and any Saturday hours will be paid as overtime. The packages offered are dependent upon experience and accreditation, with examples as follows: Service and Maintenance Technicians: basics up to 39,200 Service and Diagnostic Technicians: basics up to 41,600 Senior Technicians: basics up to 44,000 Master Technicians: basics up to 48,880 Your role as a Vehicle Technician is crucial in delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and quality workmanship. You will be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing vehicles to the highest standards. From routine servicing to complex repairs, your expertise will ensure first-time fixes and customer confidence. To be successful in this role, you should have: A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 Current experience as a Vehicle Technician MOT license preferred but not essential Your own set of tools A full UK driving licence At Our Client , investment in personal development is a key priority. As a successful candidate, you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities, a clear career path, and a range of benefits that reflect their commitment to being an employer of choice, including: 33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37 with length of service Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Access to full manufacturer training, including EV and electrical training Evolution Management Development program for career progression Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Share incentive scheme for tax-efficient investment and rewards Comprehensive Tool Insurance Programme Company pension scheme Online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts at major retailers Preferential service rates for your own vehicle Exclusive discounts on vehicle purchases Join the team at Our Client and take your career to new heights. As a national company with over 190 locations across England and Scotland, there are always opportunities for internal progression and long-term career development.
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Project Engineer (North) Location: Cumbernauld Are you ready to Be Your Best Barr None? Lets Grow We are all about Being Your Best Barr None and having a career with real Moments that Matter! Employing around 850 people across the UK, we are proud to be a responsible business that takes care of our people, values diversity, gives something back to our communities and works to minimise our environmental impact. For 150 years AG Barr has been building great brands and is home to some of the nations favourite flavours. At our core is IRN-BRU, launched in 1901 and still going strong today, the vibrant RUBICON fruit based brand, Boost making every moment better with a caffeine kick, hydration hit or tasty treat, and FUNKIN where real fruit means authentic taste. We also have a number of exciting owned brands within our portfolio including MOMA, which crafts quality oats into great tasting oat drinks and porridges. There's never been a better time to join us! What we're looking for We are after a Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful execution of engineering projects from conception to completion. As our Senior Project Engineer you will possess a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and strong leadership to ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards Your responsibilities will include Project Management: You will lead and manage Capital and Revenue projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and according to the agreed-upon criteria. This includes preparing proposals, managing purchases, and overseeing installation and commissioning. You'll be the primary point of contact, providing regular updates to senior management and operational staff. Technical Leadership: As a technical lead, you'll guide project teams and provide expert advice on new equipment, processes, and technical problems. You'll also review and develop engineering standards for new equipment and testing to ensure the business uses the latest technology. Strategic Planning: A key part of the role is supporting the Project Engineering Manager in creating a 5-year capital plan. You'll conduct feasibility studies and provide budget estimates for proposed projects to help the business make informed decisions about future investments. Compliance and Safety: You are accountable for ensuring that all projects comply with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. This is a top priority, and you'll build these standards into every project from the outset. Contractor and Financial Management: You will be responsible for effective contractor management and will collaborate with the legal and procurement teams to prepare contracts for major purchases. You have the authority to choose preferred contractors for capital contracts up to £20,000 and can approve installation costs up to £1,000 within a project's budget. Continuous Improvement: You will lead projects focused on Continuous Improvement and efficiency, helping to make site operations more effective and reliable. What you'll bring A degree-level education in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,Chemical, Packaging) is essential, coupled with at least five years of experience in an FMCG setting. This experience is crucial for understanding the unique demands of high-volume production and tight deadlines. Project Management: APM or PMP trained and knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile and traditional frameworks. Personal Attributes: You must be a creative, innovative, and self-motivated individual with a keen, analytical approach to problem-solving. A hands-on, practical mindset is vital, as is the ability to complete complex projects. Technical Expertise: Experience with financial software for budget control is also required. Furthermore, a NEBOSH or IOSH qualification is mandatory, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. Knowledge of Quality Systems: The job holder must be knowledgeable about a range of quality and safety standards, including ISO9001 (Quality Management), ISO14001 (Environmental Management), and BRC (British Retail Consortium) standards. Leadership and Communication: You will be expected to lead and motivate both internal project teams and external contractors daily. Strong communication skills are essential for managing these relationships and for providing effective training to engineers. You must also be able to manage commercial aspects of projects to ensure they remain within budget. Management of External Partners: You will be responsible for controlling and utilising consultants for tasks that fall outside your specialist knowledge, ensuring their work aligns with project goals and standards. What we offer We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture where your voice can be heard. Our skilled, loyal and committed people are critical to the future success of AG Barr which is why we are continually investing in our employees to develop their talent. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; Uncapped bonus linked to business performance Defined contribution Pension Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern) Flexible holiday trading Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits Healthcare Cash Plan Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc Life assurance Save as you earn scheme Staff sales discount Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales Annual salary review Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content And much more! To find out more about what it is like to work for AG Barr, please visit our careers platform here. We are an equal opportunities employer and happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that may be needed for successful candidates with a disability, health or mental health condition. While we have highlighted our ideal requirements for this role, we are realistic that the successful candidate probably won't meet every single requirement in this advert, but we are big advocates of people growing in role. So even if you don't meet every single requirement, we encourage you to submit an application - you may be just what we are looking for! Apply now! Speculative CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Latest closing date for applications is 16th September Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so apply now!
