Graduate Finance Analyst. Birmingham City Centre. £26,000- £30,000+ study support. Hybrid working. Your new company This role sits within a well-established UK business that forms part of a large international group operating across multiple markets. The organisation is known for its strong financial controls, investment in systems and people, and a genuine commitment to developing early-career talent. With an upcoming systems transformation project, the finance team offers an excellent environment for a graduate to gain hands-on experience and broad exposure across multiple areas of finance. Your new role This is an ideal role for a recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, or a related degree who is eager to kick-start their career within a supportive and structured finance team. The role is learn-on-the-job, offering exposure to management accounting, FP&A, and some transactional finance, while more senior team members focus on an upcoming SAP project. Over time, you will have the opportunity to move around different areas of finance, building a strong foundation for long-term progression. Full professional study support (ACCA/CIMA) is provided. Day-to-day responsibilities will evolve as you develop, but initially will include: Supporting the preparation of management accounts Assisting with month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations Producing basic financial reports for internal stakeholders Supporting parts of transactional finance (AP/AR) to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly Maintaining accurate financial records and controls Assisting with data and reporting during the SAP implementation project Working with different members of the finance team to gain broad exposure Ad-hoc tasks and analysis to support the wider finance function What you'll need to succeed A recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline Ambitious, curious, and keen to learn Interested in building a long-term career in finance Comfortable working with numbers and data Organised, reliable, and willing to get stuck in Looking to study towards a professional qualification alongside work No prior finance experience is required, but any internships, placements, or part-time finance exposure would be beneficial. What you'll get in return Salary £26,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience) Full ACCA / CIMA study support Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Free on-site parking Exposure to management accounting, FP&A, systems, and transactional finance Clear development pathway within a structured finance team This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who wants more than just a transactional role, and instead is looking for hands-on exposure, learning, and progression within finance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
Graduate Finance Analyst. Birmingham City Centre. £26,000- £30,000+ study support. Hybrid working. Your new company This role sits within a well-established UK business that forms part of a large international group operating across multiple markets. The organisation is known for its strong financial controls, investment in systems and people, and a genuine commitment to developing early-career talent. With an upcoming systems transformation project, the finance team offers an excellent environment for a graduate to gain hands-on experience and broad exposure across multiple areas of finance. Your new role This is an ideal role for a recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, or a related degree who is eager to kick-start their career within a supportive and structured finance team. The role is learn-on-the-job, offering exposure to management accounting, FP&A, and some transactional finance, while more senior team members focus on an upcoming SAP project. Over time, you will have the opportunity to move around different areas of finance, building a strong foundation for long-term progression. Full professional study support (ACCA/CIMA) is provided. Day-to-day responsibilities will evolve as you develop, but initially will include: Supporting the preparation of management accounts Assisting with month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations Producing basic financial reports for internal stakeholders Supporting parts of transactional finance (AP/AR) to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly Maintaining accurate financial records and controls Assisting with data and reporting during the SAP implementation project Working with different members of the finance team to gain broad exposure Ad-hoc tasks and analysis to support the wider finance function What you'll need to succeed A recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline Ambitious, curious, and keen to learn Interested in building a long-term career in finance Comfortable working with numbers and data Organised, reliable, and willing to get stuck in Looking to study towards a professional qualification alongside work No prior finance experience is required, but any internships, placements, or part-time finance exposure would be beneficial. What you'll get in return Salary £26,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience) Full ACCA / CIMA study support Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Free on-site parking Exposure to management accounting, FP&A, systems, and transactional finance Clear development pathway within a structured finance team This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who wants more than just a transactional role, and instead is looking for hands-on exposure, learning, and progression within finance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Senior Tax Analyst role within a global organisation offering broad UK and international tax exposure Your new company My client is a FTSE 250 listed organisation with a global reach. A specialist in their field, with a fast moving and forever developing product and service line. A new opportunity is available in their tax team, ideal for a first move from practice, with a focus on Corporation and International Tax. Your new role You will: Prepare UK corporation tax computations and returns.Assist with tracking international tax payments and preparing supporting schedules.Prepare year-end and half-year tax reporting calculations under IFRS using OneSource.Prepare tax notes for statutory financial statements of UK entities.Assist with VAT/Customs Duty projects and e-invoicing mandate implementations.Support employment tax queries, including liaising with HR and advisers on global mobility questions.Work with the finance for Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting and Pillar Two calculations.Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing calculations and work with advisers to prepare TP local files.Support international expansion projects by collecting data and preparing initial compliance assessments.Assist with withholding tax residency certificate applications and completion of WHT returns. What you'll need to succeed You are a qualified tax professional with UK corporate tax compliance experience. This role allows you to develop your skills further across international tax and transfer pricing with no previous experience needed. If you are part-qualified and nearing the end of your qualification, you will also be considered. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £70,000. There is a 10% bonus, private medical and an excellent hybrid working arrangement with only two days in the office, parking available on site. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Tax Analyst role within a global organisation offering broad UK and international tax exposure Your new company My client is a FTSE 250 listed organisation with a global reach. A specialist in their field, with a fast moving and forever developing product and service line. A new opportunity is available in their tax team, ideal for a first move from practice, with a focus on Corporation and International Tax. Your new role You will: Prepare UK corporation tax computations and returns.Assist with tracking international tax payments and preparing supporting schedules.Prepare year-end and half-year tax reporting calculations under IFRS using OneSource.Prepare tax notes for statutory financial statements of UK entities.Assist with VAT/Customs Duty projects and e-invoicing mandate implementations.Support employment tax queries, including liaising with HR and advisers on global mobility questions.Work with the finance for Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting and Pillar Two calculations.Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing calculations and work with advisers to prepare TP local files.Support international expansion projects by collecting data and preparing initial compliance assessments.Assist with withholding tax residency certificate applications and completion of WHT returns. What you'll need to succeed You are a qualified tax professional with UK corporate tax compliance experience. This role allows you to develop your skills further across international tax and transfer pricing with no previous experience needed. If you are part-qualified and nearing the end of your qualification, you will also be considered. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £70,000. There is a 10% bonus, private medical and an excellent hybrid working arrangement with only two days in the office, parking available on site. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to , or call us now on If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Finance Analyst - Band 5 - Ballymena - Hybrid Your new company You will be joining a large, forward-thinking public sector organisation that plays a key role in shaping financial strategy and supporting critical services across the region. This organisation is known for its strong commitment to excellence, collaborative working, and continuous improvement. As part of a highly respected Financial Planning function, you will contribute to projects that directly influence service delivery, value for money, and long-term sustainability. Your new role In this Finance Analyst role, you'll support the financial planning team by providing accurate analysis and insights to guide key organisational decisions. You will: Assist with preparing and reviewing financial information for capital and revenue business cases. Support value-for-money, benchmarking and efficiency exercises. Maintain and develop databases used for financial planning and reporting. Gather, analyse and present financial and non-financial data for senior managers. Provide financial support for service agreements, tenders, contracts and research activity. Work collaboratively with managers and clinical staff to ensure accurate, timely financial information. What you'll need to succeed Experience: 4 years' relevant finance experience or ATI/equivalent Level 5 with 2 years' experience. Skills: Strong Excel skills, ability to analyse and present data, effective communication, good organisation and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines. Knowledge: Understanding of how finance supports wider organisational structures and operations. What you'll get in return Professional development opportunities and clear pathways for progression. Hybrid working after induction period. Flexible hours. A positive working environment. Additional organisational benefits available to all staff, supporting wellbeing and personal development. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 15, 2026
Seasonal
Finance Analyst - Band 5 - Ballymena - Hybrid Your new company You will be joining a large, forward-thinking public sector organisation that plays a key role in shaping financial strategy and supporting critical services across the region. This organisation is known for its strong commitment to excellence, collaborative working, and continuous improvement. As part of a highly respected Financial Planning function, you will contribute to projects that directly influence service delivery, value for money, and long-term sustainability. Your new role In this Finance Analyst role, you'll support the financial planning team by providing accurate analysis and insights to guide key organisational decisions. You will: Assist with preparing and reviewing financial information for capital and revenue business cases. Support value-for-money, benchmarking and efficiency exercises. Maintain and develop databases used for financial planning and reporting. Gather, analyse and present financial and non-financial data for senior managers. Provide financial support for service agreements, tenders, contracts and research activity. Work collaboratively with managers and clinical staff to ensure accurate, timely financial information. What you'll need to succeed Experience: 4 years' relevant finance experience or ATI/equivalent Level 5 with 2 years' experience. Skills: Strong Excel skills, ability to analyse and present data, effective communication, good organisation and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines. Knowledge: Understanding of how finance supports wider organisational structures and operations. What you'll get in return Professional development opportunities and clear pathways for progression. Hybrid working after induction period. Flexible hours. A positive working environment. Additional organisational benefits available to all staff, supporting wellbeing and personal development. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Finance Transformation Analyst Location: Oxfordshire / Hybrid Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits The Opportunity A high-growth international business is seeking a Finance Transformation Analyst to join during a period of significant change and investment. This is a broad and high-impact role, combining FP&A, finance systems, process improvement and data management responsibilities across a complex and evolving organisation. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders to improve financial visibility, enhance reporting capability and support the development of scalable finance processes and systems. Key Responsibilities FP&A & Commercial Insight Support and coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes across the business Develop and enhance financial models to support planning and decision-making Deliver insightful analysis on business performance, trends and strategic initiatives Provide commercial challenge and support to senior stakeholders Finance Systems & Process Improvement Support the ongoing development and optimisation of ERP and finance systems Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting and automation Assist with systems integrations and finance transformation initiatives Help standardise finance processes and improve data consistency across the organisation Data & Business Intelligence Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and management information Support data governance, accuracy and integrity across finance systems Work cross-functionally to improve the quality and flow of operational and financial data Contribute towards establishing consistent and reliable reporting structures across the business About You Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA preferred) Experience within FP&A, finance systems, or a finance transformation environment Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical capability Exposure to ERP systems and reporting / BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau Comfortable working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Naturally curious with an interest in systems, data and process improvement Why Apply? Opportunity to play a visible role in a scaling, evolving business Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects Broad role combining finance, systems and transformation work Collaborative and fast-paced environment Flexible / hybrid working arrangements If you're looking for a role that combines finance, systems and business transformation within a growing organisation, this could be an excellent next step.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Finance Transformation Analyst Location: Oxfordshire / Hybrid Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits The Opportunity A high-growth international business is seeking a Finance Transformation Analyst to join during a period of significant change and investment. This is a broad and high-impact role, combining FP&A, finance systems, process improvement and data management responsibilities across a complex and evolving organisation. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders to improve financial visibility, enhance reporting capability and support the development of scalable finance processes and systems. Key Responsibilities FP&A & Commercial Insight Support and coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes across the business Develop and enhance financial models to support planning and decision-making Deliver insightful analysis on business performance, trends and strategic initiatives Provide commercial challenge and support to senior stakeholders Finance Systems & Process Improvement Support the ongoing development and optimisation of ERP and finance systems Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting and automation Assist with systems integrations and finance transformation initiatives Help standardise finance processes and improve data consistency across the organisation Data & Business Intelligence Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and management information Support data governance, accuracy and integrity across finance systems Work cross-functionally to improve the quality and flow of operational and financial data Contribute towards establishing consistent and reliable reporting structures across the business About You Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA preferred) Experience within FP&A, finance systems, or a finance transformation environment Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical capability Exposure to ERP systems and reporting / BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau Comfortable working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Naturally curious with an interest in systems, data and process improvement Why Apply? Opportunity to play a visible role in a scaling, evolving business Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects Broad role combining finance, systems and transformation work Collaborative and fast-paced environment Flexible / hybrid working arrangements If you're looking for a role that combines finance, systems and business transformation within a growing organisation, this could be an excellent next step.
Your next move: a varied, hands-on in-house tax role with great salary & benefits Tax Analyst, Bournemouth/Hybrid Salary: DOE Hybrid Working: 2 Days in the Bournemouth Office Full Time: 35 Hours per week Permanent Are you looking to take the next step in your tax career and join a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation? Hays is delighted to support our client in recruiting a Tax Analyst to join their dynamic Group Tax team. This is an ideal first move in-house for someone with a solid grounding in tax or finance who wants a varied, hands-on role with fantastic career development opportunities. About the Role Reporting to the Tax Manager, you will support across the full spectrum of business taxes - including Corporation Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes, IPT and international tax matters. You will gain exposure to a wide range of compliance responsibilities, financial reporting, tax governance and business partnering. This is a collaborative, people-centred environment where your contribution will make a real impact. Key Responsibilities This is a great opportunity to build on your foundations and learn as you will be involved in the end-to-end management of various tax processes, including: Preparing VAT group returns, balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing partial exemption and attribution details.Completing PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations and working closely with HR and other teamsManaging preparation of UK corporation tax computations and reviewing tax-sensitive expenditureOverseeing compliance for short-term business visitors, liaising with international colleaguesAssisting with tax accounting under IFRS, including liaising with audit teams and posting tax journals in SAGE.Maintaining dashboards for international tax reporting (CbCR, Pillar 2, transparency, transfer pricing)Ensuring strong tax governance controls and accurate documentationActing as a trusted business partner, offering clear and practical tax guidanceSupporting various ad hoc projects, including tax automation and process enhancements What You Need to Thrive Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role with some tax exposure and an interest in specialising in tax Strong Excel and data analysis skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsHigh attention to detail, strong organisation and the ability to juggle multiple prioritiesProactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment What's in It for You? You'll benefit from an impressive rewards package that includes:Performance-based bonusPension up to 12% (6% employer match)Comprehensive health insuranceLife assurance - 4x salaryA wide range of additional perks, rewards and benefitsFlexible working arrangementsA supportive, collaborative workplace with strong wellbeing and development valuesThis organisation is widely recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work and is committed to diversity, inclusion and sustainability. How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your tax career, apply today through Hays. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
Your next move: a varied, hands-on in-house tax role with great salary & benefits Tax Analyst, Bournemouth/Hybrid Salary: DOE Hybrid Working: 2 Days in the Bournemouth Office Full Time: 35 Hours per week Permanent Are you looking to take the next step in your tax career and join a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation? Hays is delighted to support our client in recruiting a Tax Analyst to join their dynamic Group Tax team. This is an ideal first move in-house for someone with a solid grounding in tax or finance who wants a varied, hands-on role with fantastic career development opportunities. About the Role Reporting to the Tax Manager, you will support across the full spectrum of business taxes - including Corporation Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes, IPT and international tax matters. You will gain exposure to a wide range of compliance responsibilities, financial reporting, tax governance and business partnering. This is a collaborative, people-centred environment where your contribution will make a real impact. Key Responsibilities This is a great opportunity to build on your foundations and learn as you will be involved in the end-to-end management of various tax processes, including: Preparing VAT group returns, balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing partial exemption and attribution details.Completing PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations and working closely with HR and other teamsManaging preparation of UK corporation tax computations and reviewing tax-sensitive expenditureOverseeing compliance for short-term business visitors, liaising with international colleaguesAssisting with tax accounting under IFRS, including liaising with audit teams and posting tax journals in SAGE.Maintaining dashboards for international tax reporting (CbCR, Pillar 2, transparency, transfer pricing)Ensuring strong tax governance controls and accurate documentationActing as a trusted business partner, offering clear and practical tax guidanceSupporting various ad hoc projects, including tax automation and process enhancements What You Need to Thrive Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role with some tax exposure and an interest in specialising in tax Strong Excel and data analysis skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsHigh attention to detail, strong organisation and the ability to juggle multiple prioritiesProactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment What's in It for You? You'll benefit from an impressive rewards package that includes:Performance-based bonusPension up to 12% (6% employer match)Comprehensive health insuranceLife assurance - 4x salaryA wide range of additional perks, rewards and benefitsFlexible working arrangementsA supportive, collaborative workplace with strong wellbeing and development valuesThis organisation is widely recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work and is committed to diversity, inclusion and sustainability. How to Apply If you're ready to take the next step in your tax career, apply today through Hays. #
Senior Analyst - Banking & Payments Research and Insights Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Banking & Payments Research and Insights team, where you will deliver high-quality consumer insight and market intelligence across key markets, categories, and trends. The role involves analysing and interpreting data, producing clear, commercially relevant written content across a range of formats, including reports, dashboards, case studies, and databases, and contributing to projects such as primary research and bespoke client deliverables. You will take ownership of your work, manage projects, support and review junior team members, and help build GlobalData s profile through client engagement and PR activity. What you ll be doing Produce high-quality, concise thought leadership content across banking and payments topics, primarily in PowerPoint and Word Independently scope, structure, and deliver full reports, from defining the research angle through to final output Apply a strong understanding of the payments value chain to develop insightful, relevant analysis Analyse and manipulate datasets (e.g. market data, surveys) to uncover trends and generate clear, actionable insights Own and manage projects end-to-end, including report series and primary research initiatives Conduct primary interviews with industry experts and stakeholders Continuously build subject matter expertise through ongoing research and industry monitoring Engage directly with clients, responding to queries, leading discussions, and participating in meetings Support and mentor other analysts by reviewing work, improving quality, and strengthening team-wide knowledge in banking and payments Represent the team externally through webinars, client presentations, and industry events What we re looking for Significant experience in market intelligence, research, or analytical roles within banking, payments, or wider financial services Demonstrate a strong understanding of banking and payments, including the payments value chain and key industry dynamics Be able to independently scope, write, and deliver high-quality reports Have experience managing and interacting with clients, with confidence to lead conversations and provide informed perspectives Show strong awareness of industry trends and be able to clearly articulate what they mean for clients ( so what thinking) Be an excellent writer, able to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and with authority Be comfortable reviewing and refining others work, helping to raise overall team output and subject matter expertise Have strong analytical and data skills (Excel essential; data visualisation and forecasting tools such as Tableau are a plus) Be highly organised, able to manage multiple projects, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Be a proactive, fast learner with a self-starter mindset, able to work both independently and as part of a team In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Analyst - Banking & Payments Research and Insights Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Banking & Payments Research and Insights team, where you will deliver high-quality consumer insight and market intelligence across key markets, categories, and trends. The role involves analysing and interpreting data, producing clear, commercially relevant written content across a range of formats, including reports, dashboards, case studies, and databases, and contributing to projects such as primary research and bespoke client deliverables. You will take ownership of your work, manage projects, support and review junior team members, and help build GlobalData s profile through client engagement and PR activity. What you ll be doing Produce high-quality, concise thought leadership content across banking and payments topics, primarily in PowerPoint and Word Independently scope, structure, and deliver full reports, from defining the research angle through to final output Apply a strong understanding of the payments value chain to develop insightful, relevant analysis Analyse and manipulate datasets (e.g. market data, surveys) to uncover trends and generate clear, actionable insights Own and manage projects end-to-end, including report series and primary research initiatives Conduct primary interviews with industry experts and stakeholders Continuously build subject matter expertise through ongoing research and industry monitoring Engage directly with clients, responding to queries, leading discussions, and participating in meetings Support and mentor other analysts by reviewing work, improving quality, and strengthening team-wide knowledge in banking and payments Represent the team externally through webinars, client presentations, and industry events What we re looking for Significant experience in market intelligence, research, or analytical roles within banking, payments, or wider financial services Demonstrate a strong understanding of banking and payments, including the payments value chain and key industry dynamics Be able to independently scope, write, and deliver high-quality reports Have experience managing and interacting with clients, with confidence to lead conversations and provide informed perspectives Show strong awareness of industry trends and be able to clearly articulate what they mean for clients ( so what thinking) Be an excellent writer, able to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and with authority Be comfortable reviewing and refining others work, helping to raise overall team output and subject matter expertise Have strong analytical and data skills (Excel essential; data visualisation and forecasting tools such as Tableau are a plus) Be highly organised, able to manage multiple projects, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Be a proactive, fast learner with a self-starter mindset, able to work both independently and as part of a team In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project Manager for our client a government organisation in Portsmouth. The organisation is embarking on a major transformation of its Housing Management services, replacing a complex mix of ageing systems with a single, modern, cloud-hosted Housing Management System (HMS). This high-profile project will play a significant role in improving services for more than 15,000 households across the city. The new HMS will bring together all Portsmouth Homes tenancy, property, and asset information into one secure, modern platform, improving data accuracy, strengthening compliance, and enabling smarter, real-time decision-making. It will also provide improved customer experience, giving residents access to online services and enabling staff to work more efficiently with better tools and streamlined processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a programme with strong organizational backing, clear strategic drivers, and a wide impact across Housing, Repairs & Maintenance, Community Safety, and Corporate IT. The post holder will help deliver a modern SaaS solution that supports regulatory standards, drives digital transformation, and creates a resilient technical foundation for future service improvement. This role is a temporary contract initially for 24 months with the possibility to extend. This role has flexibility for remote working with occasional requirement to work onsite in the Portsmouth offices or in a local housing office in either Somerstown, Paulsgrove or Leigh Park. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Lead full lifecycle delivery of Portsmouth Homes Housing Management System (HMS) transformation, from mobilisation through tender, implementation, testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilisation. Provide line management and day-to-day leadership for project delivery resources, including the Project Coordinator, Data Lead, Business Analyst, Test Lead and any contracted specialists, ensuring clear accountability, prioritisation, and effective collaboration across all workstreams. Function as the primary bridge between Housing, IT & Digital, Data, Procurement, Finance, corporate governance teams, external suppliers, and delivery partners, ensuring effective communication, aligned priorities, and timely decision-making. Drive strategic alignment with PCC's cloud, data protection, information governance, cyber security, and IT architectural standards, ensuring project alignment across all required IT checkpoints such as IT Change Board (CAB) and Architecture Review Board (ARB). Work with Portsmouth Homes stakeholders to ensure the new HMS fully supports regulatory and compliance requirements. Own and manage the programme plan, overseeing scope, milestones, interdependencies, risks, issues, budget, change control and resource planning, ensuring effective reporting into project and governance boards. Lead procurement engagement where required, ensuring supplier deliverables meet contractual expectations. Oversee all technical and functional workstreams, including data cleansing, migration from multiple legacy systems, integrations with Repairs, Community Safety, Finance and corporate platforms, environment management, and configuration. Manage testing cycles end-to-end, including SIT, UAT, defect tracking, quality assurance, and readiness assessments to ensure a robust and stable solution at go-live. Coordinate business change and transformation activity, ensuring redesigned processes, operating models, and workflows are embedded and aligned with the Council's wider digital ambitions. Lead organisational readiness, including training planning and delivery, user support models, communications, impact assessments, and transition to BAU support teams, including Hand Over to Service (HOTS) activities with IT. Championing data quality and governance, working with data owners and analysts to establish a single authoritative dataset, improve reporting capability, and support emerging regulatory expectations. Personal Requirements: Proven history of delivering complex housing-focused IT system implementations, including large-scale data migrations from multiple legacy platforms. Hands-on experience with major housing technologies, including NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise-grade HMS solutions. Strong understanding of end-to-end landlord services, including tenancy management, allocations, repairs and maintenance, rents, asset management, and associated compliance workflows. Practical experience working with cloud-hosted SaaS environments, including configuration, integration, security, and vendor-managed delivery models. Robust knowledge of project governance, including change control, risk and issue management, cutover planning, and quality assurance across complex IT environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business, operational, digital, data, and technical teams, ensuring solutions align with IT governance, organisational standards, and GDPR. Experience leading stakeholders through significant organisational or digital change, including training, engagement, process redesign, and adoption support. Expertise in data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and migration from legacy housing systems into a consolidated, modern HMS (Desirable). Formal project management certification, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner (Desirable). Broad modular understanding across housing operations, such as Rents, Repairs, Allocations, ASB, Voids, Stock Condition, and Planned Maintenance (Desirable). Experience integrating HMS platforms with wider systems, such as document management, customer portals, workflow automation tools, and reporting solutions (e.g., Power BI, Business Objects) (Desirable). Working Hours: 37hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £450.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
May 15, 2026
Seasonal
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project Manager for our client a government organisation in Portsmouth. The organisation is embarking on a major transformation of its Housing Management services, replacing a complex mix of ageing systems with a single, modern, cloud-hosted Housing Management System (HMS). This high-profile project will play a significant role in improving services for more than 15,000 households across the city. The new HMS will bring together all Portsmouth Homes tenancy, property, and asset information into one secure, modern platform, improving data accuracy, strengthening compliance, and enabling smarter, real-time decision-making. It will also provide improved customer experience, giving residents access to online services and enabling staff to work more efficiently with better tools and streamlined processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a programme with strong organizational backing, clear strategic drivers, and a wide impact across Housing, Repairs & Maintenance, Community Safety, and Corporate IT. The post holder will help deliver a modern SaaS solution that supports regulatory standards, drives digital transformation, and creates a resilient technical foundation for future service improvement. This role is a temporary contract initially for 24 months with the possibility to extend. This role has flexibility for remote working with occasional requirement to work onsite in the Portsmouth offices or in a local housing office in either Somerstown, Paulsgrove or Leigh Park. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Lead full lifecycle delivery of Portsmouth Homes Housing Management System (HMS) transformation, from mobilisation through tender, implementation, testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilisation. Provide line management and day-to-day leadership for project delivery resources, including the Project Coordinator, Data Lead, Business Analyst, Test Lead and any contracted specialists, ensuring clear accountability, prioritisation, and effective collaboration across all workstreams. Function as the primary bridge between Housing, IT & Digital, Data, Procurement, Finance, corporate governance teams, external suppliers, and delivery partners, ensuring effective communication, aligned priorities, and timely decision-making. Drive strategic alignment with PCC's cloud, data protection, information governance, cyber security, and IT architectural standards, ensuring project alignment across all required IT checkpoints such as IT Change Board (CAB) and Architecture Review Board (ARB). Work with Portsmouth Homes stakeholders to ensure the new HMS fully supports regulatory and compliance requirements. Own and manage the programme plan, overseeing scope, milestones, interdependencies, risks, issues, budget, change control and resource planning, ensuring effective reporting into project and governance boards. Lead procurement engagement where required, ensuring supplier deliverables meet contractual expectations. Oversee all technical and functional workstreams, including data cleansing, migration from multiple legacy systems, integrations with Repairs, Community Safety, Finance and corporate platforms, environment management, and configuration. Manage testing cycles end-to-end, including SIT, UAT, defect tracking, quality assurance, and readiness assessments to ensure a robust and stable solution at go-live. Coordinate business change and transformation activity, ensuring redesigned processes, operating models, and workflows are embedded and aligned with the Council's wider digital ambitions. Lead organisational readiness, including training planning and delivery, user support models, communications, impact assessments, and transition to BAU support teams, including Hand Over to Service (HOTS) activities with IT. Championing data quality and governance, working with data owners and analysts to establish a single authoritative dataset, improve reporting capability, and support emerging regulatory expectations. Personal Requirements: Proven history of delivering complex housing-focused IT system implementations, including large-scale data migrations from multiple legacy platforms. Hands-on experience with major housing technologies, including NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise-grade HMS solutions. Strong understanding of end-to-end landlord services, including tenancy management, allocations, repairs and maintenance, rents, asset management, and associated compliance workflows. Practical experience working with cloud-hosted SaaS environments, including configuration, integration, security, and vendor-managed delivery models. Robust knowledge of project governance, including change control, risk and issue management, cutover planning, and quality assurance across complex IT environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business, operational, digital, data, and technical teams, ensuring solutions align with IT governance, organisational standards, and GDPR. Experience leading stakeholders through significant organisational or digital change, including training, engagement, process redesign, and adoption support. Expertise in data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and migration from legacy housing systems into a consolidated, modern HMS (Desirable). Formal project management certification, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner (Desirable). Broad modular understanding across housing operations, such as Rents, Repairs, Allocations, ASB, Voids, Stock Condition, and Planned Maintenance (Desirable). Experience integrating HMS platforms with wider systems, such as document management, customer portals, workflow automation tools, and reporting solutions (e.g., Power BI, Business Objects) (Desirable). Working Hours: 37hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £450.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Finance Analyst London Borough of Brent - Finance Analysts x3 positions £48,003 - £58,461 (depending on experience as per the JD) Permanent 3 days a week in the office, 2 days from home Wembley Your new company At London Borough of Brent, finance is more than just producing the accounts, it's about enabling transformation, safeguarding public resources, and helping shape the future of our borough. Working closely with colleagues across the council to ensure that financial insight is at the heart of decision-making. Their work is grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect, and great pride is taken in creating a team environment where every voice is heard, and every success is celebrated. These values are not just aspirations, they are embedded in how they lead, how they support each other, and how they deliver for Brent's communities. Your new role There are 3 positions on offer at the Finance Analyst level - Finance Analyst - HRA In your role as Finance Business Partner, you will support the Senior Finance Analyst in preparing the HRA annual statement of accounts and accompanying notes, as well as responding to subsequent audit queries. You will undertake a range of financial checks and reconciliations, support annual housing rent setting and tenant service charge reviews, and contribute to updating and monitoring the HRA Business Plan. In addition, you will assist in the preparation of HRA budgets and provide analytical support to ensure sound financial decision-making. Finance Analyst - Capital As a Finance Analyst within the Capital Team, you will operate as a Business Partner, providing high-quality financial and accounting support across a designated area of the Council's capital programme. You will advise officers on a wide range of financial matters, ensuring alignment with the Council's strategic and operational objectives.Your responsibilities will include maintaining and updating the asset register, appraising new capital projects, and leading key capital financial reporting tasks. Strong analytical skills and financial modelling capability are essential, enabling you to inform strategic decision-making, improve financial performance, and support delivery of the Council's wider capital priorities. Finance Analyst - Children & Young People You will act as the Finance Business Partner for the Children & Young People's directorate, with a particular focus on services supporting the inclusion of children with Special Educational Needs. You will play a key role in the ongoing programme to reduce the Dedicated Schools Grant deficit, undertaking detailed and complex data analysis, and supporting the budget-setting process. Your financial expertise will help ensure robust planning, monitoring, and delivery of resources across the directorate. What you need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant or hold an AAT qualification, with a strong interest in pursuing a more technical role within finance.A genuine curiosity about the funding mechanisms of local government and a commitment to staying informed on statutory regulations are essential.While experience in local government is advantageous, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in other public sector organisations, charities/ not for profit. What you'll get in return Competitive salaryThe opportunity to join the Local Government Pension SchemeGenerous holiday entitlements starting from 27 days' holiday a yearA full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity and paternity entitlements and childcare schemesFlexible working patterns, including hybrid workingTraining and development opportunitiesGood travel links in and out of Wembley and a range of cost-saving travel schemesAccess to My Brent Rewards, our dedicated website for staff with big brand discounts and local offersWork at the outstanding state-of-the-art Brent Civic CentreSeason ticket loan for public transportCycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities The closing date will be 15th March but please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
Finance Analyst London Borough of Brent - Finance Analysts x3 positions £48,003 - £58,461 (depending on experience as per the JD) Permanent 3 days a week in the office, 2 days from home Wembley Your new company At London Borough of Brent, finance is more than just producing the accounts, it's about enabling transformation, safeguarding public resources, and helping shape the future of our borough. Working closely with colleagues across the council to ensure that financial insight is at the heart of decision-making. Their work is grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect, and great pride is taken in creating a team environment where every voice is heard, and every success is celebrated. These values are not just aspirations, they are embedded in how they lead, how they support each other, and how they deliver for Brent's communities. Your new role There are 3 positions on offer at the Finance Analyst level - Finance Analyst - HRA In your role as Finance Business Partner, you will support the Senior Finance Analyst in preparing the HRA annual statement of accounts and accompanying notes, as well as responding to subsequent audit queries. You will undertake a range of financial checks and reconciliations, support annual housing rent setting and tenant service charge reviews, and contribute to updating and monitoring the HRA Business Plan. In addition, you will assist in the preparation of HRA budgets and provide analytical support to ensure sound financial decision-making. Finance Analyst - Capital As a Finance Analyst within the Capital Team, you will operate as a Business Partner, providing high-quality financial and accounting support across a designated area of the Council's capital programme. You will advise officers on a wide range of financial matters, ensuring alignment with the Council's strategic and operational objectives.Your responsibilities will include maintaining and updating the asset register, appraising new capital projects, and leading key capital financial reporting tasks. Strong analytical skills and financial modelling capability are essential, enabling you to inform strategic decision-making, improve financial performance, and support delivery of the Council's wider capital priorities. Finance Analyst - Children & Young People You will act as the Finance Business Partner for the Children & Young People's directorate, with a particular focus on services supporting the inclusion of children with Special Educational Needs. You will play a key role in the ongoing programme to reduce the Dedicated Schools Grant deficit, undertaking detailed and complex data analysis, and supporting the budget-setting process. Your financial expertise will help ensure robust planning, monitoring, and delivery of resources across the directorate. What you need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant or hold an AAT qualification, with a strong interest in pursuing a more technical role within finance.A genuine curiosity about the funding mechanisms of local government and a commitment to staying informed on statutory regulations are essential.While experience in local government is advantageous, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in other public sector organisations, charities/ not for profit. What you'll get in return Competitive salaryThe opportunity to join the Local Government Pension SchemeGenerous holiday entitlements starting from 27 days' holiday a yearA full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity and paternity entitlements and childcare schemesFlexible working patterns, including hybrid workingTraining and development opportunitiesGood travel links in and out of Wembley and a range of cost-saving travel schemesAccess to My Brent Rewards, our dedicated website for staff with big brand discounts and local offersWork at the outstanding state-of-the-art Brent Civic CentreSeason ticket loan for public transportCycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities The closing date will be 15th March but please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please do not wait until the closing date to apply. #
An international specialist insurer is seeking a Senior Catastrophe Research Analyst to lead research projects on catastrophe risk. This hybrid position involves validating models, communicating insights, and presenting findings to external partners. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master's degree and possesses exemplary research and technological skills, including knowledge of catastrophe modelling and strong critical thinking abilities. Join a creative culture that values innovative thinking and personal wellbeing at our London office.
May 15, 2026
Full time
An international specialist insurer is seeking a Senior Catastrophe Research Analyst to lead research projects on catastrophe risk. This hybrid position involves validating models, communicating insights, and presenting findings to external partners. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master's degree and possesses exemplary research and technological skills, including knowledge of catastrophe modelling and strong critical thinking abilities. Join a creative culture that values innovative thinking and personal wellbeing at our London office.
Job Title : Lead Pricing Analyst- Strategic Target Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Salary Range: Circa £70,000 Location: London / Eastleigh, hybrid - once a month office attendance Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: The Strategic Lead Pricing Analyst plays a crucial role in shaping the company's long-term market position and profitability through advanced analytics, market research and strategic recommendations. This role involves leading and reviewing detailed data analysis using sophisticated actuarial and statistical techniques to inform pricing actions aimed at increasing volume, income, and profit. The resulting pricing actions will have a direct and immediate impact on the future profitability and growth of the business, with key targets to increase conversion, retention, and achieve target loss ratios. Additionally, the analyst conducts in-depth market research, utilises advanced analytics, provides strategic recommendations to senior management, enhances risk models with new data insights, collaborates across product lines, and engages in dynamic, project-based work. Main Responsibilities as Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: Predictive Model Development: Lead the creation, validation, and review of predictive models, including machine learning models, and recommend their use in risk pricing. Data Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of data used for modelling, pricing, and monitoring. Data Assessment: Evaluate new internal and external data to enhance risk pricing, build cost-benefit analyses, and present findings to stakeholders. Collaborate with pricing and implementation teams to deploy new data. Tender Support: Provide risk pricing support for tender responses, working closely with Distribution and Underwriting teams. Pricing Analysis: Conduct and lead pricing analyses, prepare options for senior stakeholders, and clearly present findings to gain their buy-in. Coordinate rate deployment as needed. Monitoring Dashboards: Develop and lead the creation of monitoring dashboards that meet business needs. Project Management: Execute, develop, and manage projects across all stages of the price control cycle. Team Influence: Inform and influence peers within the team and across Ageas. Strategic Initiatives: Work with underwriting and pricing teams to deliver on strategic initiatives. Market Trends: Identify and monitor market trends that could impact the pricing and underwriting of products. Skills and experience you need as Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: A good quantitative degree in Statistics, Mathematics or Actuarial Science. Experience in a relevant role in a data-driven environment. Knowledge of Home insurance products is essential. Experience of using statistics to explore and validate data, extract and manipulate large datasets for analysis. Experienced in the use of a programming language (SAS, R, Python) and/or statistical packages. Experience in SOME of the following predictive modelling techniques e.g. Logistic Regression, Log-Gamma GLMs, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Support Vector Machines and Neural Nets. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK.Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart gives employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental Insurance Health Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Yoga, Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, yoga, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Return to work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers.As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter , member of iCAN and GAIN . As a Disability Confident Leader , we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience. If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to
May 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Lead Pricing Analyst- Strategic Target Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Salary Range: Circa £70,000 Location: London / Eastleigh, hybrid - once a month office attendance Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: The Strategic Lead Pricing Analyst plays a crucial role in shaping the company's long-term market position and profitability through advanced analytics, market research and strategic recommendations. This role involves leading and reviewing detailed data analysis using sophisticated actuarial and statistical techniques to inform pricing actions aimed at increasing volume, income, and profit. The resulting pricing actions will have a direct and immediate impact on the future profitability and growth of the business, with key targets to increase conversion, retention, and achieve target loss ratios. Additionally, the analyst conducts in-depth market research, utilises advanced analytics, provides strategic recommendations to senior management, enhances risk models with new data insights, collaborates across product lines, and engages in dynamic, project-based work. Main Responsibilities as Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: Predictive Model Development: Lead the creation, validation, and review of predictive models, including machine learning models, and recommend their use in risk pricing. Data Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of data used for modelling, pricing, and monitoring. Data Assessment: Evaluate new internal and external data to enhance risk pricing, build cost-benefit analyses, and present findings to stakeholders. Collaborate with pricing and implementation teams to deploy new data. Tender Support: Provide risk pricing support for tender responses, working closely with Distribution and Underwriting teams. Pricing Analysis: Conduct and lead pricing analyses, prepare options for senior stakeholders, and clearly present findings to gain their buy-in. Coordinate rate deployment as needed. Monitoring Dashboards: Develop and lead the creation of monitoring dashboards that meet business needs. Project Management: Execute, develop, and manage projects across all stages of the price control cycle. Team Influence: Inform and influence peers within the team and across Ageas. Strategic Initiatives: Work with underwriting and pricing teams to deliver on strategic initiatives. Market Trends: Identify and monitor market trends that could impact the pricing and underwriting of products. Skills and experience you need as Lead Pricing Analyst - Strategic: A good quantitative degree in Statistics, Mathematics or Actuarial Science. Experience in a relevant role in a data-driven environment. Knowledge of Home insurance products is essential. Experience of using statistics to explore and validate data, extract and manipulate large datasets for analysis. Experienced in the use of a programming language (SAS, R, Python) and/or statistical packages. Experience in SOME of the following predictive modelling techniques e.g. Logistic Regression, Log-Gamma GLMs, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Support Vector Machines and Neural Nets. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK.Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart gives employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental Insurance Health Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Yoga, Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, yoga, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Return to work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers.As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter , member of iCAN and GAIN . As a Disability Confident Leader , we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience. If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to
Help Us Build Smarter, Better People Experiences Through Data We're now looking for a People Data & Systems Analyst to play a pivotal role in shaping how people data drives meaningful action across our business. The Role This is a critical position within our People team, focused on turning complex people data into clear, commercial insight. You'll own and optimise our people systems (including Sage People), lead our people analytics capability, and act as a trusted partner to stakeholders across People, Finance, Technology and Operations. It's a hands-on role for someone who enjoys both the technical detail and the so-what using data to proactively influence decisions, improve performance and strengthen our people strategy. What You'll Be Doing People Systems Ownership Act as the super user for our HR system (Sage People), ensuring data accuracy, governance and usability. Own system configuration, workflows, upgrades, testing and issue resolution. Manage data flows and integrations between HR systems and wider platforms (e.g. finance or engagement tools). Continuously improve and automate employee lifecycle processes. People Analytics & Insight Design, build and maintain impactful Power BI dashboards that tell a clear story. Translate people data into actionable insight across performance, attrition, engagement, DE&I, workforce planning and compliance. Create strong narrative reporting that links people metrics to commercial and operational outcomes. Enable self-service reporting for HR, leaders and managers. Data, Governance & Improvement Champion data quality, GDPR compliance and consistent data standards. Maintain data definitions, documentation and a people data dictionary. Proactively identify trends, risks and opportunities, and recommend solutions. Partner on people, systems and reporting projects to improve data maturity across the function. What We're Looking For: Essential Experience in a People Analytics, HR Data, Systems or Reporting role. Strong Power BI capability (data modelling, DAX, dataflows, optimisation). Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with complex datasets. Proven ability to translate data into insight and action, not just reports. Good understanding of HR data and metrics across the employee lifecycle. A proactive, curious mindset with strong stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Experience with Sage People (or similar HRIS). Broader systems experience, integrations and process automation. Exposure to Microsoft data platforms (e.g. Fabric) or willingness to learn. Why Join Gattaca? A genuine opportunity to shape people data capability in a growing organisation. High visibility work with real impact on decision-making. Collaborative, values-driven culture with room to innovate and improve. Commitment to inclusion, ethical data use and continuous development. If you're passionate about people data, enjoy solving problems, and want your insight to drive real change we'd love to hear from you. Who We Are: For over 40 years,Matchtech, part ofGattaca PLC, has supported clients worldwide by solving their biggest STEM talent challenges. Our vision is to become theSTEM talent partner of choice. Our values -Trust, Professionalism, Ambition, and Fun- shape how we operate with our clients, our candidates, and each other. Combined with industry-leading training and tools, we'll help you build a career with real longevity and potential. Recruitment Process Gattaca is dedicated to helping our people to realise their full potential. We understand the value a diverse workforce brings to every workplace and in everything we do, we are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to consider a career with Gattaca, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you, tell us. Our recruitment process will include a combination of telephone, video and face to face interviews for you to showcase your talents and potential. We offer reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of our applicants, such as providing interview questions in advance, offering written formats, changing interview times, structure, or settings, and arranging office visits before the interview. This list is not exhaustive, and we are open to considering any additional adjustments to support our candidates. Apply now to help us turn people data into meaningful action at Gattaca.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Help Us Build Smarter, Better People Experiences Through Data We're now looking for a People Data & Systems Analyst to play a pivotal role in shaping how people data drives meaningful action across our business. The Role This is a critical position within our People team, focused on turning complex people data into clear, commercial insight. You'll own and optimise our people systems (including Sage People), lead our people analytics capability, and act as a trusted partner to stakeholders across People, Finance, Technology and Operations. It's a hands-on role for someone who enjoys both the technical detail and the so-what using data to proactively influence decisions, improve performance and strengthen our people strategy. What You'll Be Doing People Systems Ownership Act as the super user for our HR system (Sage People), ensuring data accuracy, governance and usability. Own system configuration, workflows, upgrades, testing and issue resolution. Manage data flows and integrations between HR systems and wider platforms (e.g. finance or engagement tools). Continuously improve and automate employee lifecycle processes. People Analytics & Insight Design, build and maintain impactful Power BI dashboards that tell a clear story. Translate people data into actionable insight across performance, attrition, engagement, DE&I, workforce planning and compliance. Create strong narrative reporting that links people metrics to commercial and operational outcomes. Enable self-service reporting for HR, leaders and managers. Data, Governance & Improvement Champion data quality, GDPR compliance and consistent data standards. Maintain data definitions, documentation and a people data dictionary. Proactively identify trends, risks and opportunities, and recommend solutions. Partner on people, systems and reporting projects to improve data maturity across the function. What We're Looking For: Essential Experience in a People Analytics, HR Data, Systems or Reporting role. Strong Power BI capability (data modelling, DAX, dataflows, optimisation). Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with complex datasets. Proven ability to translate data into insight and action, not just reports. Good understanding of HR data and metrics across the employee lifecycle. A proactive, curious mindset with strong stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Experience with Sage People (or similar HRIS). Broader systems experience, integrations and process automation. Exposure to Microsoft data platforms (e.g. Fabric) or willingness to learn. Why Join Gattaca? A genuine opportunity to shape people data capability in a growing organisation. High visibility work with real impact on decision-making. Collaborative, values-driven culture with room to innovate and improve. Commitment to inclusion, ethical data use and continuous development. If you're passionate about people data, enjoy solving problems, and want your insight to drive real change we'd love to hear from you. Who We Are: For over 40 years,Matchtech, part ofGattaca PLC, has supported clients worldwide by solving their biggest STEM talent challenges. Our vision is to become theSTEM talent partner of choice. Our values -Trust, Professionalism, Ambition, and Fun- shape how we operate with our clients, our candidates, and each other. Combined with industry-leading training and tools, we'll help you build a career with real longevity and potential. Recruitment Process Gattaca is dedicated to helping our people to realise their full potential. We understand the value a diverse workforce brings to every workplace and in everything we do, we are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to consider a career with Gattaca, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment processes better for you, tell us. Our recruitment process will include a combination of telephone, video and face to face interviews for you to showcase your talents and potential. We offer reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of our applicants, such as providing interview questions in advance, offering written formats, changing interview times, structure, or settings, and arranging office visits before the interview. This list is not exhaustive, and we are open to considering any additional adjustments to support our candidates. Apply now to help us turn people data into meaningful action at Gattaca.
Overview CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. STR, a CoStar company, is the global leader in hospitality data benchmarking, analytics, and marketplace insights for the global hospitality industry. We are recruiting an Analyst to support international forecasting efforts and keep STR's position as a leading provider of forward looking hotel performance data worldwide. Responsibilities Assist in the production and delivery of STR's Market Forecasts outside of North America under the direction of the Forecast Director. Contribute to the development of forecasting methodology that captures region specific macroeconomic and hotel performance trends. Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and conduct market research to investigate market conditions and demand drivers, adjusting forecast projections accordingly. Build an in depth understanding of global hotel performance and key trends to create compelling hotel performance storylines. Communicate effectively through written memos/analyses and verbal interactions with clients and colleagues regarding hotel performance trends, forecast data, and assumptions. Promote STR as a thought leader within the industry, transforming data into meaningful insights by visualizing STR's data for conferences, events, meetings, and client engagements. Contribute analyses to blogs, articles, and white papers, which are distributed to clients and stakeholders on a regular basis. Maintain high levels of data quality and accuracy by applying processes and robust reviews, investigating anomalies, and finding resolutions. Adhere to STR's standards and guidelines for data confidentiality. Maintain proactive and open communication with the Product team and global analyst teams. Keep up to date on hotel industry trends and news, particularly those that affect hotel performance. Ensure CoStar brand and corporate values are evident to the customer at all times. Qualifications Strong understanding of the hotel industry; experience working within the industry is a plus. Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Familiarity with Power BI and SSMS is preferred. Customer focused with excellent relationship building skills and the ability to present to clients. Adaptable to changing working environments, priorities, and organizational needs. Results oriented with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks independently or as part of a team. Analytical and research skills, including the ability to analyze, interpret, and visualize data, and conduct research to explain data and validate information. Strong decision making skills, making timely decisions based on available information and taking ownership of decisions. Proficient in presenting trends and insights to relevant stakeholders, both internal and external. Excellent organizational and planning skills, managing multiple projects within tight deadlines across different time zones. Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of related work experience, or equivalent work experience. Benefits Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, life assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, and more. The role is based in London. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre employment substance abuse testing.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Overview CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. STR, a CoStar company, is the global leader in hospitality data benchmarking, analytics, and marketplace insights for the global hospitality industry. We are recruiting an Analyst to support international forecasting efforts and keep STR's position as a leading provider of forward looking hotel performance data worldwide. Responsibilities Assist in the production and delivery of STR's Market Forecasts outside of North America under the direction of the Forecast Director. Contribute to the development of forecasting methodology that captures region specific macroeconomic and hotel performance trends. Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and conduct market research to investigate market conditions and demand drivers, adjusting forecast projections accordingly. Build an in depth understanding of global hotel performance and key trends to create compelling hotel performance storylines. Communicate effectively through written memos/analyses and verbal interactions with clients and colleagues regarding hotel performance trends, forecast data, and assumptions. Promote STR as a thought leader within the industry, transforming data into meaningful insights by visualizing STR's data for conferences, events, meetings, and client engagements. Contribute analyses to blogs, articles, and white papers, which are distributed to clients and stakeholders on a regular basis. Maintain high levels of data quality and accuracy by applying processes and robust reviews, investigating anomalies, and finding resolutions. Adhere to STR's standards and guidelines for data confidentiality. Maintain proactive and open communication with the Product team and global analyst teams. Keep up to date on hotel industry trends and news, particularly those that affect hotel performance. Ensure CoStar brand and corporate values are evident to the customer at all times. Qualifications Strong understanding of the hotel industry; experience working within the industry is a plus. Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Familiarity with Power BI and SSMS is preferred. Customer focused with excellent relationship building skills and the ability to present to clients. Adaptable to changing working environments, priorities, and organizational needs. Results oriented with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks independently or as part of a team. Analytical and research skills, including the ability to analyze, interpret, and visualize data, and conduct research to explain data and validate information. Strong decision making skills, making timely decisions based on available information and taking ownership of decisions. Proficient in presenting trends and insights to relevant stakeholders, both internal and external. Excellent organizational and planning skills, managing multiple projects within tight deadlines across different time zones. Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of related work experience, or equivalent work experience. Benefits Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, life assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, and more. The role is based in London. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre employment substance abuse testing.
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Senior Analyst - Finance PMO & Investment to join our growing Finance team. A highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the Finance PMO (FPMO) and investment governance activities. Acting as a key partner to the FPMO Manager, this role will drive project tracking, governance, and reporting across strategic finance and cross-functional initiatives. The role plays a critical part in enabling high-quality decision-making, improving transparency of investment performance, and supporting finance transformation. Day to Day You'll Be: Project Tracking & Governance Own the end-to-end tracking and reporting of finance and cross-functional projects, ensuring clear milestones, timelines, ownership, and visibility of key issues Partner with project leads to build and maintain project plans (Smartsheet or similar), driving consistency and quality of updates Monitor project performance, identifying risks, blockers, and delays, and proactively support teams to stay on track Act as a subject matter expert in project governance, driving best practice and consistency across initiatives Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a central point of contact across Finance, Commercial, and other business functions for project tracking and investment queries Build strong relationships to drive accountability, transparency, and engagement Facilitate discussions to help teams articulate challenges and navigate delivery issues Data, Reporting & Insight Develop and maintain insightful reporting on project progress and performance to support prioritisation and decision-making Leverage financial modelling to support analysis of initiatives and track value delivery Investment & Planning Support Support evaluation of business cases and track realised vs planned benefits Participate in longer-term planning cycles, particularly around investment initiatives Process Improvement & Transformation Lead continuous improvement of project governance and reporting consistency Support the development of a best-in-class FPMO function Contribute to and influence broader finance transformation initiatives, improving scalability and effectiveness of finance processes Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or similar analytical role Strong Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights Confident stakeholder engagement across multiple functions Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, problem-solving mindset Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in PMO, project, or transformation environments Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project Exposure to investment appraisal or business case evaluation Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title AF Sr Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis
May 15, 2026
Full time
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Senior Analyst - Finance PMO & Investment to join our growing Finance team. A highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the Finance PMO (FPMO) and investment governance activities. Acting as a key partner to the FPMO Manager, this role will drive project tracking, governance, and reporting across strategic finance and cross-functional initiatives. The role plays a critical part in enabling high-quality decision-making, improving transparency of investment performance, and supporting finance transformation. Day to Day You'll Be: Project Tracking & Governance Own the end-to-end tracking and reporting of finance and cross-functional projects, ensuring clear milestones, timelines, ownership, and visibility of key issues Partner with project leads to build and maintain project plans (Smartsheet or similar), driving consistency and quality of updates Monitor project performance, identifying risks, blockers, and delays, and proactively support teams to stay on track Act as a subject matter expert in project governance, driving best practice and consistency across initiatives Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a central point of contact across Finance, Commercial, and other business functions for project tracking and investment queries Build strong relationships to drive accountability, transparency, and engagement Facilitate discussions to help teams articulate challenges and navigate delivery issues Data, Reporting & Insight Develop and maintain insightful reporting on project progress and performance to support prioritisation and decision-making Leverage financial modelling to support analysis of initiatives and track value delivery Investment & Planning Support Support evaluation of business cases and track realised vs planned benefits Participate in longer-term planning cycles, particularly around investment initiatives Process Improvement & Transformation Lead continuous improvement of project governance and reporting consistency Support the development of a best-in-class FPMO function Contribute to and influence broader finance transformation initiatives, improving scalability and effectiveness of finance processes Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or similar analytical role Strong Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights Confident stakeholder engagement across multiple functions Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, problem-solving mindset Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in PMO, project, or transformation environments Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project Exposure to investment appraisal or business case evaluation Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title AF Sr Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis
Location: Reading (mostly onsite) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: 107ph UMB (Inside IR35) Active SC Required! Role details: Our client, a prominent company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Business Architect to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical for a major digital transformation programme within a new start-up organisation. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Direction Define and implement the approach for requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation across multiple workstreams. Set up a new Business Analysis Team, including recruitment, setting the standards and working practices, overseeing quality. Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts with varying levels of experience, fostering growth and capability development. Alongside the Product Owner, set the vision for the digital solution. Assure the output of the BA team or around BAs and assurance of the solution produced by our Managed Service Provider. Stakeholder Management Engage and manage senior stakeholders, including CxOs and Heads of Functions, to ensure alignment and buy-in for requirements and product vision, and to agree priorities. Experience of delivering solutions in ERP Systems (SAP 4/HANA), HR applications and Microsoft tools, including Power Platform. Facilitate workshops and discussions to resolve conflicts and achieve consensus on requirements. Oversee the quality of work from suppliers and ensure that their solutions align with the business requirements. Delivery & Innovation Find creative and pragmatic solutions to deliver requirements when functional teams have limited capacity. Collaborate with suppliers to develop proposals for solutions based on the defined requirements and vision. Work with architects to align requirements to Product choices. Familiarity with digital solutions in the market for business functions including Finance, HR, Programme Management, Legal, IP, and Commercial Supply Chain. Agile Practices Drive requirements definition activities within Agile projects, ensuring clarity and prioritisation of User Stories, Use Cases, and acceptance criteria. Champion best practices in requirements management processes and tools across the wider Programme. Organisational Development Contribute to the evolution of the organisation's processes and BA maturity. Establish standards and frameworks for requirements management and analysis. Job Requirements: Proven experience leading teams of Business Analysts across digital solutions in HR, Finance, and Programme Management functions on digital transformation projects. Experience in setting up a new BA function for digital programmes. Strong track record in requirements definition and management within Agile delivery environments. Expertise in User Stories, Use Cases, and requirements documentation techniques. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including experience working with CxOs and senior leadership. Ability to work in a start-up or evolving organisation, shaping processes and building capability. Experience collaborating with suppliers to define and deliver requirements. Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps or similar for Agile requirements management tools. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong leadership and influencing skills. Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Excellent communication and facilitation skills. Excellent leadership and directing skills. Able to work with minimal direction to establish and lead a Business Analysis Function in a new organisation. If you are an experienced Business Architect looking for a contract role in an exciting and evolving environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Reading.
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Location: Reading (mostly onsite) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: 107ph UMB (Inside IR35) Active SC Required! Role details: Our client, a prominent company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Business Architect to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical for a major digital transformation programme within a new start-up organisation. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Direction Define and implement the approach for requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation across multiple workstreams. Set up a new Business Analysis Team, including recruitment, setting the standards and working practices, overseeing quality. Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts with varying levels of experience, fostering growth and capability development. Alongside the Product Owner, set the vision for the digital solution. Assure the output of the BA team or around BAs and assurance of the solution produced by our Managed Service Provider. Stakeholder Management Engage and manage senior stakeholders, including CxOs and Heads of Functions, to ensure alignment and buy-in for requirements and product vision, and to agree priorities. Experience of delivering solutions in ERP Systems (SAP 4/HANA), HR applications and Microsoft tools, including Power Platform. Facilitate workshops and discussions to resolve conflicts and achieve consensus on requirements. Oversee the quality of work from suppliers and ensure that their solutions align with the business requirements. Delivery & Innovation Find creative and pragmatic solutions to deliver requirements when functional teams have limited capacity. Collaborate with suppliers to develop proposals for solutions based on the defined requirements and vision. Work with architects to align requirements to Product choices. Familiarity with digital solutions in the market for business functions including Finance, HR, Programme Management, Legal, IP, and Commercial Supply Chain. Agile Practices Drive requirements definition activities within Agile projects, ensuring clarity and prioritisation of User Stories, Use Cases, and acceptance criteria. Champion best practices in requirements management processes and tools across the wider Programme. Organisational Development Contribute to the evolution of the organisation's processes and BA maturity. Establish standards and frameworks for requirements management and analysis. Job Requirements: Proven experience leading teams of Business Analysts across digital solutions in HR, Finance, and Programme Management functions on digital transformation projects. Experience in setting up a new BA function for digital programmes. Strong track record in requirements definition and management within Agile delivery environments. Expertise in User Stories, Use Cases, and requirements documentation techniques. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including experience working with CxOs and senior leadership. Ability to work in a start-up or evolving organisation, shaping processes and building capability. Experience collaborating with suppliers to define and deliver requirements. Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps or similar for Agile requirements management tools. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong leadership and influencing skills. Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Excellent communication and facilitation skills. Excellent leadership and directing skills. Able to work with minimal direction to establish and lead a Business Analysis Function in a new organisation. If you are an experienced Business Architect looking for a contract role in an exciting and evolving environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Reading.
Lead Developer - VP - XVA Technology Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn't just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech. Equities Tech Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi year transformation to build a best in class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross product margining. We are re engineering our technology estate to achieve world leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you'll collaborate closely with high calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi. The Team XVA Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi year transformation to build a best in class centralised cross asset platform risk system. We are re engineering our technology estate to achieve world leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you'll collaborate closely with high calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of XVA technology at Citi. Role Overview / What will you do: As an Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our product quality and delivery, working towards a target state of a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. This role combines strategic vision with rigorous quality assurance expertise, with a strong emphasis on driving value through automation, particularly in the realm of Generative AI. Lead application systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint. Drive product quality and delivery through automation initiatives, especially in generative AI, targeting a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. Partner with management teams to define necessary system enhancements, deploy new products, and resolve high impact problems through in depth evaluation of complex business processes. Collaborate with development teams and Product Owners to formulate comprehensive requirements and propose innovative, efficient solutions. Define and drive the strategy for quality automation, overseeing testing priorities, road mapping for releases, and continuous improvement. Act as a central point of contact for interdepartmental communication, ensuring alignment and seamless collaboration across various project impacts. Provide technical expertise, mentor mid level developers and analysts, and establish standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation. Proactively assess risk, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and maintain clear, concise communication across all organizational levels. Key Skills and Experience required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Proven relevant experience in Applications Development, systems analysis, or a similar tech lead role. Proven experience in product ownership, quality assurance management, or a hybrid role within a technology driven environment. Extensive experience with system analysis, software application programming, and managing successful projects. Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and various testing methodologies, with experience driving automation initiatives. Demonstrated leadership, project management, and Subject Matter Expertise in at least one area of Applications Development. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, ensuring effective dissemination of information. Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience Experience with Generative AI (Gen AI) concepts and their application in product development or quality assurance. Familiarity with AI powered development tools such as Copilot. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with an ability to adjust priorities quickly. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment. Ability to think strategically and translate vision into actionable plans. This job description provides a high level review of the types of work performed. Other job related duties may be assigned as required. What we'll provide you By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) A discretional annual performance related bonus Private Medical Care & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive. Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Lead Developer - VP - XVA Technology Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn't just support finance - we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we build systems that matter. Look to join a team where your work helps influence economies, your ideas can drive innovation and outcomes, and your growth is backed by mentorship, continuous learning and flexibility with potential hybrid work opportunities. Help solve real world challenges that touch millions and get the opportunity to build the future of finance with Citi Tech. Equities Tech Equities Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi year transformation to build a best in class global platform across execution, prime, clearing and cross product margining. We are re engineering our technology estate to achieve world leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities in advanced execution, global market connectivity, and modernised post trade, clearing and margin processes. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you'll collaborate closely with high calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of Equities technology at Citi. The Team XVA Technology at Citi is undertaking a bold, multi year transformation to build a best in class centralised cross asset platform risk system. We are re engineering our technology estate to achieve world leading performance and resiliency, enabling new capabilities. Our ambition is to deliver a seamlessly integrated, highly automated platform that drives outstanding client outcomes and accelerates growth across our global franchise. As part of the team, you'll collaborate closely with high calibre engineers and deeply engaged business and product partners - working together to define and deliver the next generation of XVA technology at Citi. Role Overview / What will you do: As an Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our product quality and delivery, working towards a target state of a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. This role combines strategic vision with rigorous quality assurance expertise, with a strong emphasis on driving value through automation, particularly in the realm of Generative AI. Lead application systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint. Drive product quality and delivery through automation initiatives, especially in generative AI, targeting a fully automated platform with minimal manual QA intervention. Partner with management teams to define necessary system enhancements, deploy new products, and resolve high impact problems through in depth evaluation of complex business processes. Collaborate with development teams and Product Owners to formulate comprehensive requirements and propose innovative, efficient solutions. Define and drive the strategy for quality automation, overseeing testing priorities, road mapping for releases, and continuous improvement. Act as a central point of contact for interdepartmental communication, ensuring alignment and seamless collaboration across various project impacts. Provide technical expertise, mentor mid level developers and analysts, and establish standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation. Proactively assess risk, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and maintain clear, concise communication across all organizational levels. Key Skills and Experience required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Proven relevant experience in Applications Development, systems analysis, or a similar tech lead role. Proven experience in product ownership, quality assurance management, or a hybrid role within a technology driven environment. Extensive experience with system analysis, software application programming, and managing successful projects. Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and various testing methodologies, with experience driving automation initiatives. Demonstrated leadership, project management, and Subject Matter Expertise in at least one area of Applications Development. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, ensuring effective dissemination of information. Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience Experience with Generative AI (Gen AI) concepts and their application in product development or quality assurance. Familiarity with AI powered development tools such as Copilot. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with an ability to adjust priorities quickly. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment. Ability to think strategically and translate vision into actionable plans. This job description provides a high level review of the types of work performed. Other job related duties may be assigned as required. What we'll provide you By joining Citi, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as: 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) A discretional annual performance related bonus Private Medical Care & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pension Plan Paid Parental Leave Special discounts for employees, family, and friends Access to an array of learning and development resources Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive. Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY NEEDED - SENIOR FP&A ANALYST - GLOBAL TRAVEL BUSINESS - £70-75K NEED TO BE IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE The Company Are you looking to take the next step in your career within a fast-paced, acquisitive global organisation? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading Travel business operating in many markets across the globe. They are looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to join their finance team, supporting the Head of FP&A with financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting, management reporting and process improvements. They require to someone to start immediately! The Role As Senior FP&A Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving commercial insight and supporting strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Head of FP&A, you'll be responsible for: Supporting the budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.Finance business partnering with multiple divisions.Partnering with senior stakeholders to influence business performance and growth.Identify key drivers, trends, and anomalies; provide clear explanations and actionable insights to stakeholders.Support the month-end process, producing monthly management board packs. Variance analysis of performance vs budget.Build and maintain financial models. Process improvements across financial reporting and FP&AAd hoc projects as required. About You You will be a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with both financial analysis and accounting experience. Industry experience is a must for this role, however they are open on sector. Ideally, you'll have experience within multi-geographical / multi-region / multi-currency environments. What's on Offer Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000. Attractive benefits package.Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects in a global setting.Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY NEEDED - SENIOR FP&A ANALYST - GLOBAL TRAVEL BUSINESS - £70-75K NEED TO BE IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE The Company Are you looking to take the next step in your career within a fast-paced, acquisitive global organisation? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading Travel business operating in many markets across the globe. They are looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to join their finance team, supporting the Head of FP&A with financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting, management reporting and process improvements. They require to someone to start immediately! The Role As Senior FP&A Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving commercial insight and supporting strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Head of FP&A, you'll be responsible for: Supporting the budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.Finance business partnering with multiple divisions.Partnering with senior stakeholders to influence business performance and growth.Identify key drivers, trends, and anomalies; provide clear explanations and actionable insights to stakeholders.Support the month-end process, producing monthly management board packs. Variance analysis of performance vs budget.Build and maintain financial models. Process improvements across financial reporting and FP&AAd hoc projects as required. About You You will be a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with both financial analysis and accounting experience. Industry experience is a must for this role, however they are open on sector. Ideally, you'll have experience within multi-geographical / multi-region / multi-currency environments. What's on Offer Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000. Attractive benefits package.Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects in a global setting.Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
We are pleased to be working in partnership with a leading global manufacturer and distributor of test measurement solutions and production supplies. With a long-standing success story and a portfolio of specialised products, they proudly support the aerospace, defence, automotive, electronics, education, and medical industries. As the company continues to expand, they are looking to onboard a Head of Integration to orchestrate enterprise-wide integration initiatives, including ERP migrations and post-merger technology alignment. The role is externally focused, so knowledge of M & A onboarding is crucial, and they will oversee the Training, PMO, and Business Analyst teams, ensuring that methodologies are standardised, scalable, and aligned with business goals. This is a hands-on, delivery focused IT role with a strong emphasis on integration and execution. They will lead ERP modification or new installation initiatives, serving as the primary project lead or integration point of contact. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead end-to-end IT integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, ensuring seamless transition of systems, data, and processes. Develop and execute integration playbooks, timelines, and KPIs for ERP and other enterprise platforms. Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Operations to align systems and workflows post-acquisition. Establish and enforce standardised methodologies across PMO, BA, and Training teams. Adhere to SOX, ISO, and other relevant certifications/methodologies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives. Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies. Ensure resource planning, career development, and succession planning are in place. Own budget planning, ROI, and forecasting for integration-related activities. Negotiate contracts and maintain vendor relationships. Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for integration and acquisition initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in IT integration strategy, operational execution, contract negotiation, and cross-functional leadership across complex environments, as well as strong knowledge of Mergers and Acquisitions onboarding. Experience with Infor Cloud Suite Distribution (CSD) and similar ERP platforms is essential. They must have experience of managing concurrent integrations and strong programme management skills. They will be a seasoned technology leader, with a good level of gravitas and accountability, along with a solid understanding of technology trends and enterprise applications. Experience of Patchwork and Shopify would be a distinct advantage, along with experience of working within a distribution environment. Please note: Salary is flexible dependant on relevant experience
May 15, 2026
Full time
We are pleased to be working in partnership with a leading global manufacturer and distributor of test measurement solutions and production supplies. With a long-standing success story and a portfolio of specialised products, they proudly support the aerospace, defence, automotive, electronics, education, and medical industries. As the company continues to expand, they are looking to onboard a Head of Integration to orchestrate enterprise-wide integration initiatives, including ERP migrations and post-merger technology alignment. The role is externally focused, so knowledge of M & A onboarding is crucial, and they will oversee the Training, PMO, and Business Analyst teams, ensuring that methodologies are standardised, scalable, and aligned with business goals. This is a hands-on, delivery focused IT role with a strong emphasis on integration and execution. They will lead ERP modification or new installation initiatives, serving as the primary project lead or integration point of contact. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Lead end-to-end IT integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, ensuring seamless transition of systems, data, and processes. Develop and execute integration playbooks, timelines, and KPIs for ERP and other enterprise platforms. Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Operations to align systems and workflows post-acquisition. Establish and enforce standardised methodologies across PMO, BA, and Training teams. Adhere to SOX, ISO, and other relevant certifications/methodologies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives. Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies. Ensure resource planning, career development, and succession planning are in place. Own budget planning, ROI, and forecasting for integration-related activities. Negotiate contracts and maintain vendor relationships. Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for integration and acquisition initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in IT integration strategy, operational execution, contract negotiation, and cross-functional leadership across complex environments, as well as strong knowledge of Mergers and Acquisitions onboarding. Experience with Infor Cloud Suite Distribution (CSD) and similar ERP platforms is essential. They must have experience of managing concurrent integrations and strong programme management skills. They will be a seasoned technology leader, with a good level of gravitas and accountability, along with a solid understanding of technology trends and enterprise applications. Experience of Patchwork and Shopify would be a distinct advantage, along with experience of working within a distribution environment. Please note: Salary is flexible dependant on relevant experience
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Job role: Analyst (Associate Consultant) Location: Manchester, England, U.K. - hybrid working model Reporting to: Consulting Team - Performance Manager The world of payments is going through the most thrilling transformation imaginable. Volumes are growing, payment options are expanding, and complexity is intensifying. Retailers are at the epicentre of these changes, and it is CMSPI's mission to revolutionise payments for merchants and retailers worldwide. We are a hyper-growth company and the go-to payments advisor for Global 500 merchants, driving big cost savings, huge sales growth, and enhanced strategies. CMSPI is at the forefront of transforming the payments industry, and as a Analyst (Associate Consultant), you'll be at the heart of this exciting journey. We are seeking a data driven Analyst (Associate Consultant) to play a pivotal role in our journey to become the world's no 1 payments supply chain consultancy. Role Overview CMSPI's Analysts (Associate Consultants) play an integral role within our payments consulting team, where they combine payments knowledge with in depth and meaningful analytics, to discover exciting opportunities that drive optimisation across our clients' payment arrangements. You'll work alongside senior associates, engagement managers, consulting leadership, and the wider CMSPI team to understand the business goals of our clients, with a focus on helping them to better navigate the complexities of their evolving payment ecosystems. The team's goal is to provide powerful data insights to drive tangible improvements to client's payment strategy and third party supplier arrangements. While following CMSPI's refined internal processes and standards, this role provides our Associate Consultants with the opportunity to closely support CMSPI's delivery teams to identify, investigate, and present optimisation initiatives directly to some of the most exciting brands in the world. The day to day deliverables also offer the ability to quickly grow your career and develop your own commercial, technical and leadership skills in the process - all as part of an intelligent and vibrant global team. The key focus areas include: Perform in depth analysis on complex client payment data, internal and external payment processes, using benchmarking data, industry research and payments knowledge. Analysis should be completed efficiently and accurately, with minimal corrections. Produce accurate reports to communicate back to clients through various methods including Excel, Power BI, written reports and presentations. Use CMSPI methodologies and entrepreneurial initiative to suggest opportunities and improvements to client arrangements and support these with detailed analysis. Accompany the project team to client meetings to provide technical and analytical support. Collaborate with Engagement Managers on the production of negotiation and tender documentation to be sent to suppliers of clients, with responsibility for written documentation, appendices and pricing tables. Review commercial contracts and SLAs for CMSPI and clients. Complete all required training on projects and internal processes. With support of the Performance Manager and Director, People Performance, proactively work on an individual development plan. Gain a thorough understanding of each market CMSPI operates in and our core product offerings. Continue to share knowledge from projects with the wider business. Work closely with Senior Associates and Engagement Managers in the management and coordination of projects to ensure deadlines are met, looking at driving process improvements internally to promote efficient data analysis and ultimately drive further value in client projects. You are a great match if Ambitious individual excited by a challenge and curious to learn a new industry and new skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Sciences, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. 1+ years of professional experience in consulting or analysis, including experience in presenting complex analytical findings. Strong ability to apply logic, creativity and solid problem solving techniques across a variety of topics. Interest in innovation and developments around CMSPI's key differentiators - consulting, market intelligence and sophisticated data analytics. Excellent written and verbal skills, demonstrating an authentic and professional communication approach. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of tasks to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proactive behaviour in clarifying expectations, asking questions and understanding deliverables for the best outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, resilience and flexibility to work in a fast growing business and industry. Comfortable presenting opportunities to internal and external stakeholders, with keen relationship management skills. Willingness to travel to client and company meetings as required. Competence in and experience utilising MS Office. Experience in SQL and Power BI is highly desirable but not required. What we offer Comprehensive payments industry training by in house and industry experts. Excellent performance based earning opportunity, including OKR driven bonuses. Future opportunity for equity, rewarded to high performers. Personal and professional learning opportunities and growth experiences aligned with your career aspirations. Quarterly values award for all employees - with a financial prize. Regular company wide socials and team building events. Monthly reimbursement of commuting costs. 22 vacation days + UK public holidays and discretionary office closure during Christmas. Competitive pension plan, Vitality healthcare cover (after 6 months) and cycle to work scheme.
A leading Renewable Energy developer are looking for a qualified FP&A professional Your new company Working for a world leading, fast growth, global renewable energy investor, developer and operator, this role will be operationally involved with sites and projects on a global scale. The company have been responsible for some of the most highly regarded renewable projects in the last 15 years. Your new role The purpose of this role is to work with the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to deliver projects and commercial related accounting, forecasting in the most effective manner to the business and operations. Duties Business partnering Financial planning and analysis Reporting on project performance Strategic presentation of financial information to operational business partners and senior exec team Pricing Ad hoc project work What you'll need to succeed You will need to be a qualified finance professional with a true acumen to analyse, interpret and present financial information. The role would be open to ACA / CIMA / ACCA qualified professionals with demonstrable experience in the commercial space. What you'll get in return You will get the opportunity to join a really relevant business at a time when they are experiencing growth in a newly created role, you will therefore work closely with the Head of FP&A so will offer superb training and development from a long term perspective. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
May 15, 2026
Full time
A leading Renewable Energy developer are looking for a qualified FP&A professional Your new company Working for a world leading, fast growth, global renewable energy investor, developer and operator, this role will be operationally involved with sites and projects on a global scale. The company have been responsible for some of the most highly regarded renewable projects in the last 15 years. Your new role The purpose of this role is to work with the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to deliver projects and commercial related accounting, forecasting in the most effective manner to the business and operations. Duties Business partnering Financial planning and analysis Reporting on project performance Strategic presentation of financial information to operational business partners and senior exec team Pricing Ad hoc project work What you'll need to succeed You will need to be a qualified finance professional with a true acumen to analyse, interpret and present financial information. The role would be open to ACA / CIMA / ACCA qualified professionals with demonstrable experience in the commercial space. What you'll get in return You will get the opportunity to join a really relevant business at a time when they are experiencing growth in a newly created role, you will therefore work closely with the Head of FP&A so will offer superb training and development from a long term perspective. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Look Ahead Care Support and Housing
Islington, London
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Service Charge Analyst located at our Head Office in Islington. £35,000.00 per annum (pro rata), working 35 hours per week. Fixed Term Contract for 6 months. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply) Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. To play a key role in Look Ahead's review of service charge structures across its commissioned and non-commissioned housing portfolio. They will draft new service charge schedules, provide clear written rationales for all proposed charges, and liaise directly with local authorities and housing benefit to explain and agree new charges for 2026-27. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Review and Rebuild Service Charge Budgets Lead on the zero-based review of existing rent and service charge budgets across Look Ahead's full housing portfolio. Draft and Implement New Service Charges Schedules Produce accurate and transparent service charges schedules for each scheme, distinguishing between eligible and ineligible costs in line with housing benefit guidance and provide summary rationale for each cost element. Liaise with Local Authorities, Housing Benefit Teams and Owning Landlords Act as key contact for Housing Benefit teams, representing Look Ahead in rent and service discussion for 2026-27. Collaboration and Internal Coordination Working closely with finance colleagues to align service charges budgets with proposed schedules for 2026-27. Compliance, Reporting and Improvement Ensure full compliance with DWP guidance (including circulars A4/2014 and A1/2023), HB regulations, and Regulator of Social Housing requirements. About you: Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines in a time-limited role. Analytical and methodical, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, auditable records. What you'll bring: Essential: Substantial experience reviewing or setting service charges within supported or social housing. Proven experience preparing enhanced Housing Benefit claims and engaging directly with local authority housing benefit teams. Experience of building or reviewing budgets using a zero-based or baseline-up approach. Strong understanding of Housing Benefit regulations relating to exempt and specified accommodation, including eligible and ineligible costs. Desirable: Experience working in an interim, project-based, or time-limited role. Experience supporting or contributing to a full service charge review for a registered provider. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
May 15, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Service Charge Analyst located at our Head Office in Islington. £35,000.00 per annum (pro rata), working 35 hours per week. Fixed Term Contract for 6 months. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply) Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. To play a key role in Look Ahead's review of service charge structures across its commissioned and non-commissioned housing portfolio. They will draft new service charge schedules, provide clear written rationales for all proposed charges, and liaise directly with local authorities and housing benefit to explain and agree new charges for 2026-27. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Review and Rebuild Service Charge Budgets Lead on the zero-based review of existing rent and service charge budgets across Look Ahead's full housing portfolio. Draft and Implement New Service Charges Schedules Produce accurate and transparent service charges schedules for each scheme, distinguishing between eligible and ineligible costs in line with housing benefit guidance and provide summary rationale for each cost element. Liaise with Local Authorities, Housing Benefit Teams and Owning Landlords Act as key contact for Housing Benefit teams, representing Look Ahead in rent and service discussion for 2026-27. Collaboration and Internal Coordination Working closely with finance colleagues to align service charges budgets with proposed schedules for 2026-27. Compliance, Reporting and Improvement Ensure full compliance with DWP guidance (including circulars A4/2014 and A1/2023), HB regulations, and Regulator of Social Housing requirements. About you: Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines in a time-limited role. Analytical and methodical, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, auditable records. What you'll bring: Essential: Substantial experience reviewing or setting service charges within supported or social housing. Proven experience preparing enhanced Housing Benefit claims and engaging directly with local authority housing benefit teams. Experience of building or reviewing budgets using a zero-based or baseline-up approach. Strong understanding of Housing Benefit regulations relating to exempt and specified accommodation, including eligible and ineligible costs. Desirable: Experience working in an interim, project-based, or time-limited role. Experience supporting or contributing to a full service charge review for a registered provider. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
