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Executive Assistant to International CEO Global Logistics Firm Central London Based Initial 6 months FTC up to 55,000 plus benefits A rapidly growing and renowned global logistics firm with a HQ based in central London are seeking an immediately available, proactive and detail oriented Executive Assistant to support their fast paced and busy CEO on a full time basis on an initial 6 months FTC with the potential of a longer term opportunity. Working directly with the CEO, this person will be an integral part in supporting them with day-to-day operations and supporting with further growth of the brand. This role requires an immediate start and to be in the beautiful central offices 4 days a week with 1 day working from home. Day to day duties may include: Extensive diary and inbox management, coordinating high volumes of meetings and acting as a gatekeeper for the CEO Arranging UK and International travel across multiple time zones, setting itineraries, booking accommodation, VISAS and onwards travel. Processing expenses and other financial administration tasks Organising events internally and externally including with high profile individuals. Full inbox management, actions tasks and emails on the CEO's behalf Taking minutes of meetings, setting action points and chasing Liasing with private investors with preparing of presentations and documents Project Management support on an ad hoc basis where needed This is a really unique opportunity for an Executive Assistant with a proven track record of working within businesses that are going through rapid growth and are evolving in an unstructured but organic manner. You must have supported a CEO or similar C-Suite directors before, ideally from within sectors such as Logistics, Engineering, manufacturing or Fintech environments (though not essential). You will be calm under pressure, confident, organised and be a true plate spinner! At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

A global leading manufacturer of advanced engineering products supplied to the Aerospace, Defence & High Technology Sectors is expanding and has a new vacancy for an Operations Director. Reporting to the divisional Managing Director, you will take responsibility for day-to-day site operations ensuring the delivery of the operational plan and budget. Candidates are sought with previous operations leadership experience gained in a complex manufacturing environment and a track record of improving processes & developing operational teams. The Role Developing and implementing operational strategies that align with organisational goals and customer requirements. Ensuring manufacturing processes, systems and working practices remain efficient, effective, and competitive. Driving operational excellence through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Leading, coaching and developing multidisciplinary teams to create a high-performance culture. Managing operational budgets ensuring operations plans are achieved. Working closely with Engineering, Quality and Commercial functions. Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure long-term success. The Person Previous experience in a senior leadership position within a highly regulated engineering, manufacturing or industrial environment. Excellent leadership, communication and mentoring skills with the ability to influence and engage at all levels. Strong planning and production control experience. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Degree qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline preferred.

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is pleased to be partnering with a leading international manufacturing and engineering organisation in the search for an experienced IT Site Support Manager . While the position can be based anywhere in the UK (with travel), there is a preference for candidates located within easy reach of the Warwickshire region to support site presence and collaboration. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering IT support and infrastructure services across multiple UK locations. Supporting both operational and office-based environments, you will lead a small IT team while remaining actively involved in technical support, infrastructure management, service delivery, and business continuity activities. Working closely with wider technology teams, you will help ensure reliable, secure, and efficient IT operations across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of IT support professionals while remaining hands-on technically. Manage IT service delivery across multiple sites, ensuring high levels of user support and operational performance. Act as the primary IT contact for local stakeholders and business leadership teams. Support and maintain server, desktop, virtualisation, network, and connectivity infrastructure. Provide escalation support for complex technical issues and major incidents. Oversee device lifecycle management, asset control, system patching, and technical documentation. Support enterprise applications, including ERP systems (notably JD Edwards / JDE EnterpriseOne) within a manufacturing environment. Manage backup, disaster recovery, business continuity, and cybersecurity-related activities. Coordinate with third-party suppliers and technology partners to ensure effective service delivery and support. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in a hands-on IT infrastructure, systems administration, or technical support environment. Previous experience leading, supervising, or mentoring IT support teams. Strong knowledge of Microsoft server and desktop technologies, Active Directory, and cloud-based identity services. Experience with virtualisation technologies, networking fundamentals, and endpoint management solutions. Experience supporting or administering JD Edwards (JDE / EnterpriseOne) ERP systems is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience supporting business-critical systems and maintaining operational stability. Knowledge of backup, recovery, and business continuity processes. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent commercial experience is desirable. Desirable Experience Experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, or multi-site environments. Understanding of cybersecurity controls, compliance requirements, and audit processes. Experience supporting disaster recovery planning and testing activities. Familiarity with global or internationally distributed IT environments. Personal Attributes A hands-on leader who enjoys combining management responsibilities with technical involvement. Strong organisational, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills. Proactive and customer-focused approach to service delivery. Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and documentation standards. If you re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please get in touch or click apply now. Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in this instance.

Job Title: ServiceNow Technical Architect Start Date :Immediate Mode of working: Hybrid / 2-3 days based on-site in Crawley Are you a ServiceNow Technical Architect with proven experience delivering enterprise-scale global ServiceNow transformation programs spanning multi-country rollouts and complex IT landscapes and deep expertise in ITSM Pro, CMDB/CSDM, IRM and end-to-end ServiceNow platform architecture, with demonstrated capability to design scalable and governed enterprise solutions? If so, our client is currently seeking a ServiceNow Technical Architect to be responsible for designing, governing, and delivering scalable, high-quality ServiceNow platform solutions that align with business objectives and enterprise architecture standards. You will act as the technical authority for ServiceNow implementations, ensuring best practices, platform optimization, and long-term maintainability across projects. Your responsibilities: Define and maintain a scalable, future-ready ServiceNow architecture for global environments. Lead architecture/design workshops, gap analysis, and provide technical governance. Drive implementation of ServiceNow modules across ITSM Pro, ITOM, ITAM, HRSD, IRM, and Financial Planning. Integrate ServiceNow with Active Directory, observability tools, and other enterprise systems. Establish and enforce platform governance, design standards, and release management processes. Ensure compliance with GDPR, cybersecurity policies, and audit requirements. Drive innovation through AI, predictive intelligence, automation, and low-code/no-code capabilities. Support Lighthouse implementations as scalable models for global rollouts. Collaborate with SIAM, OCM, and IT business units to drive adoption and maturity uplift. Lead design authority forums; mentor developers and administrators. Provide hypercare support, knowledge transfer, and user training during implementations. Essential skills/knowledge/experience: Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale global ServiceNow transformation programs spanning multi-country rollouts and complex IT landscapes. Deep expertise in ITSM Pro, CMDB/CSDM, IRM and end-to-end ServiceNow platform architecture, with demonstrated capability to design scalable and governed enterprise solutions. Strong experience defining and implementing CMDB strategy aligned to CSDM, including data model design, lifecycle governance, and operationalization at enterprise scale. Ability to deliver solution architecture and technical designs strictly aligned to customer-defined platform standards, governance models, and design authority frameworks (HT standards). Broader platform/solution architecture for all other ServiceNow outcomes Strong communication, stakeholder management, leadership, documentation, and team collaboration. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: (As applicable) Expertise in multiple ServiceNow modules: ITSM, ITOM, ITAM, HRSD, IRM, Financial Planning. Multi-industry enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity, manufacturing, and global service delivery programs.

Procurement & Supply Chain Director Worcestershire Full Time Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you an outstanding procurement and supply chain leader looking for an opportunity to shape strategy, influence key business decisions and drive operational performance on a global scale? We're seeking an exceptional Procurement & Supply Chain Director to join a successful and ambitious business at an exciting stage of growth. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll take ownership of global sourcing, procurement strategy, inventory management, logistics and supply chain performance across an international supplier network. The successful candidate will combine strategic procurement expertise with hands-on supply chain leadership, bringing deep experience of international sourcing, inventory optimisation, logistics management and commercial decision making. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially astute leader to make a significant impact, driving operational excellence, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering measurable improvements in cost, efficiency and business performance. We're particularly interested in candidates who combine strong academic credentials with exceptional commercial acumen, analytical rigour and a proven ability to drive business performance. What You'll Be Doing . Developing and executing the company's global procurement and supply chain strategy . Leading international sourcing activities and strategic supplier partnerships . Negotiating high-value supplier agreements and commercial contracts . Driving inventory optimisation, forecasting accuracy and stock availability . Leading demand forecasting and rolling purchase planning across multiple product categories . Managing inventory optimisation, safety stock strategies and stock availability performance . Working closely with ERP systems to drive purchasing, inventory and supply chain visibility . Building supplier relationships across Asia, Europe and the UK, ensuring resilience and continuity of supply . Overseeing import logistics, freight management and third-party logistics providers . Managing freight costs, landed cost analysis and supply chain performance metrics . Identifying opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs and enhance operational efficiency . Managing supply chain risk and building resilience across international supply networks . Ensuring compliance with UK and international trade, customs and import regulations . Providing strategic reporting and insight to senior stakeholders . Leading and developing high-performing procurement and supply chain teams . Championing continuous improvement and data-driven decision making throughout the business . Partnering with finance to support budgeting, margin improvement, working capital management and forecasting About You . A strong academic background with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Economics, Operations or a related discipline . Strong academic credentials, with postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA, MSc or MCIPS highly regarded . Minimum 8-10 years' experience within procurement and supply chain leadership, including Director or Head of level responsibility . Experience leading procurement and supply chain functions within complex international environments . Proven experience managing international sourcing, particularly across Asia-Pacific markets . Proven success delivering cost reduction, inventory optimisation and operational excellence programmes . Deep expertise in global sourcing, supplier negotiation and contract management . Strong understanding of demand planning, inventory optimisation and stock management methodologies . Experience managing freight providers, import logistics and third-party logistics partners . Experience working with ERP systems such as Orderwise, Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent enterprise platforms . Experience managing procurement budgets, cost reduction initiatives and margin improvement programmes . Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience influencing senior decision makers . Advanced Excel and analytical modelling capability with a data-led approach to decision making . Exceptional analytical capability and a data-led approach to problem solving . Experience building, developing and leading high-performing teams . The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels . A track record of delivering measurable commercial results through supply chain transformation and continuous improvement initiatives Desirable Experience . MCIPS qualification, Chartered MCIPS preferred . MBA, MSc or other postgraduate qualification . Experience within manufacturing, distribution, retail products or consumer goods environments . Experience managing international logistics, freight operations and 3PL providers . Knowledge of ERP systems such as Orderwise, Microsoft Dynamics or similar . Experience operating across UK and international supply chains . Experience managing supply chains affected by global freight volatility and international sourcing challenges . Knowledge of UK and EU customs, import regulations and post-Brexit supply chain requirements . Experience developing KPI frameworks and presenting to Board or Senior Leadership teams . Experience leading transformation, change or continuous improvement projects . Formal project management qualifications such as Prince2, PMP or Agile certifications What's On Offer . Salary of £85,000 - £100,000 per annum . Performance-related bonus . Senior leadership position reporting directly to the Managing Director . Opportunity to shape procurement and supply chain strategy across a growing international business . International supplier and sourcing responsibility . Ongoing professional development opportunities . Long-term career growth within an ambitious organisation How to Apply Apply now and a member of the Workforce team will be in touch to discuss your application. Or contact: P: (phone number removed) M: (phone number removed) E: (url removed) CheltPro

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Management Accountant This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Senior Management Accountant is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Senior Management Accountant role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors You will likely have worked in a similar project and cost accounting role for a minimum of 10 years and have formal accounting qualifications Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove highly beneficial in the role working with various currencies Benefits of the Senior Management Accountant Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

FP&A Manager; Wolverhampton: 6 month contract;£700-£800 per day (depending on experience) ; Inside IR35 We currently have a requirement for an experienced FP&A Manager on an initial 6 month contract to work with our aerospace sector client based in Wolverhampton, This role would require the postholder to be on site 4 days per week Role Overview Partner with the Finance Director and Value Stream Finance Managers to be able to articulate the business performance for the Wolverhampton site through the appropriate insight, analysis and strategic direction. Manage and co-ordinate the period end, budget and forecast processes to deliver the required business performance levels. Maximising operational performance while focusing on areas of margin expansion and cost reduction to support value creation. Challenge the business to deliver against its commitments and support growth initiatives. Lead a Finance team with responsibilities that cover Capex, Payroll costs, Engineering and other Central costs. Lead a Finance team consisting of qualified, part qualified and entry level staff with the ability to coach, develop and mentor. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and manage a finance team to ensure high performance and accountability. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure the leadership team are aware and informed financially to guide improved decision making. Own the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning process. Design and implement financial models to aid key business decision making and continually improve budgeting, financial projections, and operating forecasts. Be a critical stakeholder in Value Stream business reviews in order to take ownership of creating and consolidating the Wolverhampton financial packs and to be able to articulate the business performance message to the non-finance leaders of the business. Take ownership of the scenario planning and sensitivity analysis (e.g. material cost inflation, FX, program impact). Support various functional teams (Operations, Programmes, Engineering etc) with cost control, margin analysis, and business cases. Translate financial insights into operational levers and drivers to maximise performance. Ensure compliance with Group financial policies, statutory requirements, and internal controls. Act as a strategic partner with supply chain, operations, programmes and engineering to drive efficiencies and support project delivery, cost control, margin expansion and business case development. Support cashflow forecasting, working capital, and treasury processes. Continuously improve financial processes, reporting tools, and ERP system utilisation. Support Capital Investment appraisal and external funding process. Key Skill and Experience Required Scenario planning mindset: anticipates risks and opportunities within the P&L/Balance Sheet and translates into financial impact. Strong Partner to the value stream Finance managers, value stream directors and wider leadership team with the ability to effectively collaborate and challenge at all levels in the business. Strong commercial acumen, with good understanding of business cases and investment analysis. Clear communication: can explain complex financial impacts in plain language to non-financial leaders with the ability to tell the story. Strong Leadership skills to engage, coach and develop a finance team to get the best output. Bias for action: shapes business decisions rather than a reporter of numbers. Essential Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing or similar environment Excellent financial planning, analysis, and reporting skills Ability to digest and manipulate complex data sets to translate into meaningful information. Able to demonstrate strong leadership behaviours to project a vision, engage and develop a finance team and to drive accountability. Desirable Experience working in a matrixed or global organisation Knowledge of Aerospace Experience with digital finance transformation or automation tools Exposure to capital investment analysis and cost accounting Lean / continuous improvement mindset Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Management Accountant This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Senior Management Accountant is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Senior Management Accountant role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors You will likely have worked in a similar project and cost accounting role for a minimum of 10 years and have formal accounting qualifications Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove highly beneficial in the role working with various currencies Benefits of the Senior Management Accountant Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Management Accountant This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Senior Management Accountant is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Senior Management Accountant role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors You will likely have worked in a similar project and cost accounting role for a minimum of 10 years and have formal accounting qualifications Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove highly beneficial in the role working with various currencies Benefits of the Senior Management Accountant Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Management Accountant This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Senior Management Accountant is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Senior Management Accountant role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Senior Management Accountant (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors You will likely have worked in a similar project and cost accounting role for a minimum of 10 years and have formal accounting qualifications Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove highly beneficial in the role working with various currencies Benefits of the Senior Management Accountant Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

UK Health, Safety & Environmental Manager The systems are built. The culture shift is next. Come in and make this role your own. About Joloda Hydraroll Joloda Hydraroll is a global specialist in loading automation and conveyor technology, with manufacturing and engineering operations across the UK. Based in Speke, Liverpool, they design and deliver systems that help household-name logistics and manufacturing clients move goods more efficiently. The team is practical, technically minded, and down to earth. The role This is the number one health and safety position for Joloda s UK operations, covering manufacturing, installation, field service, and office-based activity. Reporting to the Operations Director, your central objective is to continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates across all areas of the business. You ll maintain and build on the management systems already in place, lead the cultural shift that gets everyone on board, and be the competent person the business relies on when regulators, insurers, or customers require it. The person before you built the structure from the ground up. Your job is to bring it to life and make the numbers move. What you'll do Maintain and continuously improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 across UK operations Lead incident investigations, RIDDOR reporting, and corrective action tracking Support manufacturing, installation, and field service teams with RAMS, permits, and site HSE requirements Manage relationships with the HSE, insurers, certification bodies, and key customers Chair Safety and Environmental Committee meetings and manage Management Reviews Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and briefings that people actually engage with Manage contractor assessment, approval, and on-site monitoring Continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates in all areas What you'll bring Essential: Proven background in health and safety within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar industrial environment NEBOSH General Certificate Joloda can help you obtain diploma Direct experience dealing with the HSE, insurers, or external auditors Good working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation A fantastic communicator, with the ability to communicate at all levels Useful, not essential: NEBOSH Diploma, or actively working towards it Experience maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Multi-site HSE management experience Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, or IEMA Package & working arrangements Financial: £48,000 £55,000, depending on experience. Development : Joloda will sponsor NEBOSH Diploma study, with a clear path to a group-level role for the right person. Flexibility : Split your time between Speke and Anglesey. A company car is provided. Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays. Company pension included. Location : Speke, Liverpool, with weekly travel to Anglesey. Or Anglesey based with weekly travel to Speke. Contract : Permanent Full-time. How to apply If this sounds like the right next move, click to apply and we'll be in touch. Applications are reviewed as they come in.

Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.

Paying up to £60k + Excellent benefits - Based in Trafford Park, Manchester, our client is a global manufacturing and distribution company that are seeking to find an experienced Warehouse & Production Manager to lead all warehouse and logistics operations at their UK site. Typical working hours are 7.30am 3.45pm Mon Thurs and 7.30am 1.00pm on Fridays. Working 38hrs per week (including a fully paid lunch break). THE JOB We are looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Warehouse & Production Manager to oversee all warehouse, production, maintenance, inventory, and logistics operations at their UK site. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials from receipt through to production, storage, and final delivery to customers. The successful candidate will take full ownership of day-to-day operations, leading and developing both warehouse and production teams while driving productivity and continuous improvement initiatives. A key focus of the role is to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately, on time, and in full. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role carries accountability for achieving operational targets across health and safety, quality, service levels, inventory accuracy, cost control, and overall business performance. The Warehouse & Production Manager will play a central role in delivering operational excellence and supporting the company s continued growth ambitions. Your responsibilities will include: Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, and company standards across all operations. Oversee all warehouse, production, maintenance, inventory, and dispatch activities, ensuring efficient end-to-end material flow from goods receipt to customer delivery. Plan and manage production and logistics to meet customer requirements, ensuring orders are delivered on time and in full through effective scheduling and resource allocation. Lead, develop, and manage warehouse and production teams, including training, performance management, and succession planning. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance. Monitor and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) across safety, quality, service, inventory accuracy, and cost control. Collaborate with customer service, finance, and quality teams to resolve issues and implement improvements, while supporting capital projects and business growth. THE PERSON Essential Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in a leadership role within warehouse, production, or operations, with proven responsibility for both manufacturing and logistics functions. Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable for performance. Demonstrated success in improving productivity, efficiency, and customer service through effective planning, scheduling, and operational management. Solid understanding of inventory control, production planning, logistics, and warehouse management systems. Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence. Commercially aware, with experience in budget management, cost control, and data-driven decision-making. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Mechanical aptitude and experience working with production equipment and maintenance teams is desirable. THE BENEFITS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Company paid life insurance On-site parking 25.5 days holiday plus the bank holidays (employees can take the holidays in hours if required for flexibility) Easy access to public transport links Opportunities for career development Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.

Quality Control Manager Foundry Manufacturing £50,000 Are you a hands-on Quality professional who enjoys solving problems on the shop floor rather than from behind a desk? Do you have foundry or heavy manufacturing experience and want the opportunity to shape the future of a growing quality function while working closely with customers, production teams, and senior leadership? Our client is a successful and rapidly expanding UK manufacturing business supplying high-integrity cast components into demanding industrial sectors worldwide. Following significant growth and continued investment, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Quality Control Manager to play a key role in the transformation of their quality department. This is far more than a traditional quality role. It's an opportunity to become the vital link between customers, production, sales, and quality, helping drive standards, solve problems, and improve performance across the business. The Opportunity The business is currently investing heavily in its quality structure, with a new Quality Assurance Manager joining the team and a clear strategy to separate quality process management from product quality ownership. As Quality Control Manager, you will take ownership of product quality throughout the manufacturing process and lead a team of Quality Engineers and Technicians. Working alongside the QA Manager, Production teams and Directors, you'll be instrumental in reducing defects, improving customer satisfaction, and embedding a proactive quality culture throughout the operation. This is a highly visible position with direct access to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence how quality is managed across the business. What You'll Be Doing - Leading day-to-day quality control activities across multiple manufacturing areas. - Acting as the key liaison between customers, production, quality and sales teams. - Managing and developing a quality team with direct responsibility for approximately 8-12 personnel and wider influence across a larger team. - Investigating customer complaints, returns and quality concerns through structured root cause analysis. - Working directly with production teams to identify, implement and verify corrective actions. - Driving improvements in casting quality, process control and defect reduction. - Leading product quality initiatives throughout core making, moulding, melting, pouring, finishing and final inspection operations. - Conducting internal audits and supporting customer and supplier audit activities. - Visiting customers where required to understand issues firsthand and strengthen customer relationships. - Monitoring quality data, trends and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities. - Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping embed best practice throughout the business. This Is A Hands-On Role Success in this position will come from being visible, approachable and actively involved in the manufacturing process. We're looking for someone who enjoys spending time on the shop floor, engaging with operators, understanding challenges at source and driving practical solutions. Approximately 60% or more of your time will be spent within the production environment, working closely with teams and supporting improvements where they matter most. If you're looking for a purely office-based quality role, this won't be the right fit. What We're Looking For - Previous experience within a Quality Management, Senior Quality Engineer or Quality Supervisor position. - Strong foundry, castings, metals, heavy manufacturing or similar process industry experience. - Sound understanding of ductile iron casting processes and quality control principles. - Proven ability to lead investigations and deliver effective root cause analysis. - Experience dealing directly with customers and managing quality-related relationships. - Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. - Experience conducting audits and working within ISO quality management systems. - A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a willingness to get involved and lead from the front. Desirable Experience - Qualified Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor. - Six Sigma Yellow Belt or similar continuous improvement qualification. - First Aid qualification. - Experience within high-integrity castings or critical component manufacturing. Why Join? - Opportunity to play a leading role in a significant quality transformation programme. - Join a business experiencing substantial and sustained growth. - Work directly with senior leadership and have genuine influence on business performance. - Strong long-term career progression opportunities within the organisation. - Established support network including a new Quality Assurance Manager and experienced leadership team. - High levels of job security supported by a strong order book and long-term customer relationships. - Opportunity to work with globally recognised industrial customers. - Competitive salary of £50,000 plus benefits. The Culture The business prides itself on investing in its people and creating long-term careers. The interview process is designed to be conversational and collaborative, focusing on finding the right individual rather than putting candidates under pressure. For an ambitious quality professional looking to take the next step in their career and make a genuine impact, this represents an outstanding opportunity.

The Company: An established family-owned FMCG global distributor are looking for a Part Time HR Manager to join the business. The company supply products across the retail market & have offices in the UK, USA & Hong Kong & work with suppliers and retailers in over 50 countries worldwide About the role We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist, taking the lead on all aspects of HR. As this is a standalone role, the successful candidate will be able to multi-task, undertaking day-to-day HR related tasks and associated responsibilities. This is a true generalist role and a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join a well-established friendly team Working hours/pattern : Hybrid, 2 days per week (onsite) and 1 day per week (remote), 24 hours per week, 8am till 4.30pm. Company benefits: discretionary company bonus scheme, free parking, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, enhanced sick pay scheme Job Responsibilities- Overseeing and implementing HR activity across UK sites. Providing advice in line with company policy, including best practice. Support senior management to deliver the strategic business objectives in line with the company culture and values. Lead by example, promoting and instilling the company values and a collaborative way of working across all departments and locations. Support the Operations Director with organisation design and resourcing to ensure all departments are working effectively. Be the lead on recruitment and onboarding into the business, ensuring new starters are given the best possible introduction to the business and implement improvements to the onboarding process. Review and identify training and development needs, including succession planning. Coach Managers and Supervisors to address performance, conduct and absence concerns in line with company policies. Manage and support Employee Relations, advising on process and taking notes at meetings. Monthly reporting/KPIs such as staff turnover, training, payroll, temp labour, absence, to drive improvements across the business. Liaise with our external Employment Law Consultants to ensure that the company policies and processes are compliant with Employment Law changes. Ensure continuity of internal communications throughout the business including communication with all levels through newsletters, notice boards, email, etc. HR administration including preparation of all paperwork e.g. contracts/addendums. Prepare the 4-weekly and monthly payroll for our third party to process before being returned for deductions and payments. Take the lead on annual NMW increases and bonus reviews. Drive engagement initiatives including the charity committee, health & wellbeing strategy and further. Carry out employee surveys to obtain feedback and make further improvements. Be involved in the H&S committee and manager training. Any other reasonable duties that are required by the Operations Director. About you Essential: Assoc CIPD qualified to minimum level 5 essential or equivalent experience. Ability to communicate, influence and build/maintain relationships across all levels. Ability to organise, coordinate and work autonomously. Strong IT skills essential. Desirable: Previous payroll involvement advantageous. Previous experience in a FMCG/manufacturing environment. Full clean driving licence and own car.

Purchasing Manager + 65-70k + 33 days holiday + upto 8% pension contribution + Access to private healthcare I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join a growing global manufacturing business in the Macclesfield area. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys leading teams, developing supplier relationships, driving cost reduction initiatives and improving procurement performance across a complex manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager: Supporting the Director of Supply Chain Operations in the delivery of business objectives Leading, developing and supporting a team of Buyers through training, coaching and performance management Negotiating and managing supplier contracts, agreements, NDAs and insurance certificates Working closely with Supply Chain teams to support capacity planning and lead time reduction opportunities Creating, maintaining and improving sourcing processes to increase efficiency and reduce administrative workload Managing supplier relationships and conducting regular supplier reviews and performance discussions Working closely with regional and global Category Management teams Managing internal reporting of key sourcing metrics and external reporting required for regulatory compliance Driving KPI-focused continuous improvement initiatives and supporting data collection for ongoing improvement projects Developing and managing supplier scorecards to improve on-time delivery, stock availability and quality performance Ensuring all pricing within company systems remains accurate and up to date Producing weekly and monthly reports for both local and corporate stakeholders Embedding a high-performance culture through problem-solving techniques, workplace organisation and continuous improvement methodologies Managing Time & Attendance and relevant HR systems for direct reports Conducting regular one-to-one meetings and performance development reviews Promoting and embedding a strong health and safety culture, ensuring audits are completed and actions are closed out effectively Ensuring all purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with current health and safety requirements About the Purchasing Manager, we are keen to speak with candidates who have: 5+ years' experience in a leadership or supervisory procurement role, ideally within a technical manufacturing or engineering environment CIPS Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) and/or working towards Level 5 A technical qualification in an engineering discipline would be advantageous Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations and contracts Knowledge of operational functions including production, finance and people management The ability to drive efficiencies and improve processes within a changing business environment Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Experience analysing performance data and using business systems such as ERP, SAP, CRM, Power BI or Tableau Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business

A global engineering services provider require a Subcontract Manager to lead procurement and subcontract management activities on a high-profile and complex programme with the MOD. The Subcontract Manager should be commercially and contractually strong, exhibit leadership, gravitas and the ability to manage high-level and complex supplier, stakeholder and customer relationships. All industry-sector experience can be considered, but familiarity with long-term engineering services provision and delivery would be advantageous. The Subcontract Manager will report to a Head of Supply Chain and work within a multi-disciplined procurement programme team which will include commercial, supplier and customer representatives. The Subcontract Manager will oversee a team of Buyers focused on operational and day-to-day supplier/subcontractor performance, whilst the Subcontract Manager focuses on strategic supplier and customer relationship management, and the management of complex subcontract management agreements. Working with a small number of critical suppliers, you will manage subcontract arrangements spanning services, operations, design and manufacture activities, specialist engineering services and off-the-shelf equipment. Some suppliers are long-standing strategic partners embedded within programme delivery teams, whilst others operate as competitors in other markets, creating a uniquely complex stakeholder environment. Specific duties of the Subcontract Manager include: Lead the commercial and contractual management of a strategically important subcontract portfolio Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers, customers and stakeholders, Negotiate, draft and manage complex subcontract agreements, ensuring contractual obligations, risk allocation and commercial protections are effectively managed. Provide commercial leadership on matters including Intellectual Property rights, design authority responsibilities, contractual liabilities and supplier performance. Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including Commercial Directors, programme leadership teams and supplier executives. Champion continuous improvement initiatives and support the ongoing development of commercial processes, governance and ways of working. Coach and develop a high-performing procurement team, promoting commercial best practice and strengthening capability across the wider function. Lead complex negotiations, balancing commercial outcomes with the need to maintain critical supplier and customer relationships. Subcontract Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Proven experience negotiating, drafting and managing high-value, complex contracts and subcontracts within a procurement, supply chain or commercial environment. Strong commercial judgement with a detailed understanding of contractual risk management, governance and commercial protection mechanisms. Experience managing complex supplier relationships and operating within challenging stakeholder environments. Experience coaching, mentoring or developing individuals and teams to improve capability and performance. Experience championing change, improving processes or implementing new commercial or procurement initiatives. Knowledge of Intellectual Property provisions, design rights, ownership arrangements and other commercially sensitive contractual matters Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence, gravitas and credibility to influence senior internal and external stakeholders. Energy, ambition, agility and resilience, with the ability to succeed within an evolving programme environment. CIPS, IACCM/WorldCC or equivalent professional accreditation, alongside a degree in Business, Commercial Management, Law or a related discipline. Experience gained within defence, aerospace, engineering services, manufacturing, infrastructure, FM/construction service provision or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous.

A global, data-driven organisation with operations across multiple international markets. Combining manufacturing, creative and technology-led services, they support some of the world's leading consumer brands. The business is currently investing in the modernisation of its finance function, creating an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and technology-focused individual to play a key role in driving reporting, insight and process transformation. Job Title: Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Reference no: 16086 Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Benefits Opportunity to work directly with an experienced Finance Director and influence strategic decision-making. Significant scope to shape and modernise the finance function through technology, AI and automation. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business projects. Opportunity to develop expertise in business intelligence, data analytics and finance transformation. Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Life assurance Private healthcare 25 days holiday Pension scheme Hybrid working environment Opportunity to join a growing international business undergoing transformation Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly analytical and technology-focused individual to join a growing business and work closely with both the Regional Controller & Finance Director to reshape the landscape of finance within this exciting and innovative business. This is not a traditional finance role; instead, it offers the opportunity to combine finance, business intelligence, data analytics, AI and process improvement to deliver meaningful business insight and drive organisational performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming financial and operational data into clear, actionable information that supports better decision-making across the business. They will help modernise reporting processes, introduce automation and AI-driven solutions, and improve the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Developing insightful management reports, dashboards and presentations that communicate financial and operational performance clearly. Analysing data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and key business drivers. Supporting the production of weekly and monthly management information with a focus on meaningful commentary and actionable insight. Working closely with leadership teams to improve understanding of financial performance and commercial outcomes. Combining and analysing data from multiple sources to create a comprehensive view of business performance. Identifying opportunities to automate manual processes through AI and modern technology solutions Supporting the implementation of reporting, automation and business intelligence tools to improve efficiency and decision-making. Reviewing and improving existing finance processes to enhance scalability, consistency and accuracy. Promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the finance function. Acting as a trusted partner to the Finance Director and supporting wider business transformation initiatives. The successful Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst will have: Strong experience in data analysis, reporting, visualisation and business insight generation. Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting and presentation tools. Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and visualisation platforms. Strong understanding of AI tools and their practical application within a commercial environment. Experience improving, automating or redesigning business processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand key business drivers. Experience supporting senior stakeholders and leadership teams. A proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset. Exposure to finance, commercial or operational data environments would be advantageous. Experience within finance transformation, FP&A, business intelligence, analytics or automation projects would be beneficial. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. 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Plant Controller Manufacuring Group £80,000-£95,000 plus bonus Your new role As Plant Controller, you will take full ownership of the divisional finance function, acting as a key member of the senior leadership team and a strategic partner to both divisional and group leadership. This is a senior, autonomous role with responsibility for shaping financial strategy, driving performance and supporting operational and commercial decision-making. You will lead all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, statutory reporting and commercial analysis, while ensuring alignment with group reporting, controls and governance requirements. Working closely with operations, sales and supply chain, you will provide insight to support margin optimisation, capital investment decisions and long-term growth. The role also involves regular interaction with global stakeholders, major customers and suppliers. What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with proven experience operating at Finance Director or senior finance leadership level within large-scale (£100m+ revenue) manufacturing or automotive environments. You will bring strong commercial acumen, the credibility to influence at board and group level, and a track record of leading finance in complex, operationally driven businesses. Experience managing cash flow, forecasting, capex and performance in capital-intensive environments is essential, alongside a hands-on, pragmatic leadership style suited to a divisional setting within a global group. What you'll get in return You'll join a financially strong, globally backed organisation where the divisional Finance Director plays a visible and influential role. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of autonomy, and the opportunity to shape financial performance within a critical part of a world-class manufacturing group. 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.

Research & Development Director The Opportunity A market-leading international engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Research & Development Director to lead the transformation of its global engineering and product development function. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a board-facing leadership role with responsibility for a team of approximately 27 engineers and an annual R&D budget of circa 12 million. The successful candidate will drive engineering excellence, product portfolio optimisation, value engineering, cost reduction, manufacturing efficiency and targeted innovation, ensuring products remain commercially competitive while supporting future growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a high-performing Engineering and R&D function. Drive product reengineering, value engineering and cost optimisation programmes. Implement Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) methodologies. Improve product quality, reliability, serviceability and manufacturability. Establish engineering governance, project management and stage-gate processes. Develop and deliver a long-term product roadmap aligned to business strategy. Lead targeted new product development and innovation initiatives. Collaborate closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Commercial teams to improve business performance. About You You will have: Proven leadership experience within Engineering, R&D or Product Development. A strong track record of engineering transformation and organisational change. Experience delivering product reengineering, value engineering and cost reduction initiatives. Strong knowledge of DFM, DFA, product lifecycle management and engineering governance. Experience managing substantial engineering budgets and multidisciplinary teams. A commercially focused approach combined with strong technical credibility. Experience within industrial instrumentation, engineered products, manufacturing technology or industrial equipment environments would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a highly respected engineering and manufacturing business. You will have significant influence over strategy, engineering investment, product development and operational performance while playing a key role in the company's long-term growth and success. Please send your CV via the system as soon as possible