Finance Manager Edinburgh / Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £430 via Umbrella Company Pontoon is an employment consultancy, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client powers businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments. They are a global leader in financial technology with unique capabilities to power omni-commerce. Whether online, in store or mobile, they are at the heart of great commerce experiences in 146 countries and across 135 currencies. They help our customers become more efficient, more secure and more successful. They are looking for a Finance Manager to join the team on a 6 month contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working being office based a minimum of 2 days a week. In this role you will be: Delivering month end to timetable including Flash, actuals and Balance Sheet attestation along with all external deliverables eg FLA returns and VAT returns. Overseeing Finance Analysts who perform daily control and review activity Supporting the Finance Manager with meeting key deliverables and ensuring the ledger is complete and accurate, reducing key person dependencies as well as driving forward resolution of issues. Contribute to Governance, Legal Entity & Risk packs, with a focus on strengthening controls to mitigate risks and reviewing these regularly. Collaborating closely with a large number of internal teams including; other Finance teams and the CB Finance business partner teams (based primarily in London and Bristol). In addition there may be a requirement to liaise with Accounting Policy, Divisional Business and Operations teams, Finance Platform colleagues, internal and external auditors when required. Daily duties include: Performs complex data processing using established procedures and testing new procedures to see if they might represent improvements over existing methods. Tracks budgets and brings variances to the attention of senior colleagues while working within established budgeting systems. Works independently to collate and analyse data using pre-determined tools, methods and formats. Organises and prepares complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for special reports. Tracks progress and reports variances to more senior colleagues while working within established finance systems. Develops personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Delivers prescribed outcomes by working within established procedures. Helps senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using client systems and protocols. Supports internal customers to ensure their needs are met and/or helps senior colleagues manage client relationships. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Skills and Background Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) would be preferred. Proven experience in financial control, month-end close, balance sheet substantiation and external reporting (e.g. VAT and regulatory returns). Experience overseeing or reviewing work performed by finance analysts, ensuring strong controls and accurate ledgers. Strong analytical skills with the ability to track budgets, investigate variances and interpret complex financial data. Experience operating within a large, regulated or financial services environment, with a strong governance and risk mindset. Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Business, Operations and Audit teams. Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using core finance systems. Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 18, 2026
Contractor
Finance Manager Edinburgh / Hybrid 6 months contract Day Rate £430 via Umbrella Company Pontoon is an employment consultancy, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. My client powers businesses of all sizes to make, take and manage payments. They are a global leader in financial technology with unique capabilities to power omni-commerce. Whether online, in store or mobile, they are at the heart of great commerce experiences in 146 countries and across 135 currencies. They help our customers become more efficient, more secure and more successful. They are looking for a Finance Manager to join the team on a 6 month contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, hybrid working being office based a minimum of 2 days a week. In this role you will be: Delivering month end to timetable including Flash, actuals and Balance Sheet attestation along with all external deliverables eg FLA returns and VAT returns. Overseeing Finance Analysts who perform daily control and review activity Supporting the Finance Manager with meeting key deliverables and ensuring the ledger is complete and accurate, reducing key person dependencies as well as driving forward resolution of issues. Contribute to Governance, Legal Entity & Risk packs, with a focus on strengthening controls to mitigate risks and reviewing these regularly. Collaborating closely with a large number of internal teams including; other Finance teams and the CB Finance business partner teams (based primarily in London and Bristol). In addition there may be a requirement to liaise with Accounting Policy, Divisional Business and Operations teams, Finance Platform colleagues, internal and external auditors when required. Daily duties include: Performs complex data processing using established procedures and testing new procedures to see if they might represent improvements over existing methods. Tracks budgets and brings variances to the attention of senior colleagues while working within established budgeting systems. Works independently to collate and analyse data using pre-determined tools, methods and formats. Organises and prepares complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for special reports. Tracks progress and reports variances to more senior colleagues while working within established finance systems. Develops personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required. Delivers prescribed outcomes by working within established procedures. Helps senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using client systems and protocols. Supports internal customers to ensure their needs are met and/or helps senior colleagues manage client relationships. Identifies shortcomings in existing processes, systems and procedures, then uses established change management programmes to deliver prescribed outcomes and/or provide support services. Skills and Background Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) would be preferred. Proven experience in financial control, month-end close, balance sheet substantiation and external reporting (e.g. VAT and regulatory returns). Experience overseeing or reviewing work performed by finance analysts, ensuring strong controls and accurate ledgers. Strong analytical skills with the ability to track budgets, investigate variances and interpret complex financial data. Experience operating within a large, regulated or financial services environment, with a strong governance and risk mindset. Confident stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Business, Operations and Audit teams. Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with experience using core finance systems. Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: Blackfriars (on-site x3 days per week) Salary/Rate: 200 per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Bid & Framework Administrator to join their team in Blackfriars on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our client. You'll play a key role in connecting their sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Your day-to-day will involve managing and overseeing all opportunities and communications coming in through their online platforms and client contacts. This means you'll be the first to read, assess, and prioritise potential opportunities that match the great work they deliver, communicating with the relevant Sales and senior leadership teams across the business to help us decide whether to pursue them. We're looking for someone who is a natural collaborator. You'll regularly engage with a variety of important stakeholders, including our Sales and Delivery Leads, helping you get the inside track on upcoming opportunities being released through government tendering processes and specific frameworks. Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, Lot/Scope/Duration and access details. Maintain oversight of our framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) with agreements and alert the business to the risks of non-compliance. Liaise with Legal. Manage MI Invoicing. Liaise with Finance to ensure we meet our monthly MI payment obligations, and load invoices to the CCS portal. Reporting business/no business as per framework agreements. Framework management, maintaining and renewing places on new/existing frameworks. Identification of new framework opportunities and supporting the management of bid submissions. Working closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities such as supplier events, customer market engagement and future PIN notices. Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing management of frameworks working with relevant key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support Senior Bid Manager in producing compelling and compliant proposals in response to PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities such as clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in accordance with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in the development and maintenance of a bid library/knowledge bank (e.g., case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking, outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding and managing, Public Sector Frameworks/renewals Administration: Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance and Public Sector regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Excellent English language skills with the ability to spot basic grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, ability to work well under pressure and to demanding deadlines, with confidence to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ideally experienced with HubSpot and public procurement tools and systems (e.g. BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis, etc.). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
May 18, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: Blackfriars (on-site x3 days per week) Salary/Rate: 200 per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Bid & Framework Administrator to join their team in Blackfriars on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our client. You'll play a key role in connecting their sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Your day-to-day will involve managing and overseeing all opportunities and communications coming in through their online platforms and client contacts. This means you'll be the first to read, assess, and prioritise potential opportunities that match the great work they deliver, communicating with the relevant Sales and senior leadership teams across the business to help us decide whether to pursue them. We're looking for someone who is a natural collaborator. You'll regularly engage with a variety of important stakeholders, including our Sales and Delivery Leads, helping you get the inside track on upcoming opportunities being released through government tendering processes and specific frameworks. Framework and Governance Management Maintain master register of active framework information, Lot/Scope/Duration and access details. Maintain oversight of our framework regulation compliance (Modern Slavery/Carbon) with agreements and alert the business to the risks of non-compliance. Liaise with Legal. Manage MI Invoicing. Liaise with Finance to ensure we meet our monthly MI payment obligations, and load invoices to the CCS portal. Reporting business/no business as per framework agreements. Framework management, maintaining and renewing places on new/existing frameworks. Identification of new framework opportunities and supporting the management of bid submissions. Working closely with the Senior Bid Manager to identify upcoming opportunities such as supplier events, customer market engagement and future PIN notices. Maintain password logs and portal access. Maintain the bid schedule, track key milestones, and ensure all contributors meet deadlines. Identify best practices for ongoing management of frameworks working with relevant key stakeholders. Bid Management Administration Monitor and manage the central bid inbox, distributing opportunities to relevant stakeholders (Sales, Industry Leads, Practices) for qualification and ownership. Download and review tender documentation, register expressions of interest, and ensure timely engagement. Complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), supplier questionnaires, and standard compliance responses. Support Senior Bid Manager in producing compelling and compliant proposals in response to PQQs, RFPs, RFIs, and ITTs. Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders across technical, commercial, legal, and delivery teams. Support post-submission activities such as clarifications and presentations. Prepare templates, track documents, and format responses in accordance with brand and client requirements. Ensure version control, document integrity, and quality assurance processes are followed. Assist in the development and maintenance of a bid library/knowledge bank (e.g., case studies, standard answers). Maintain accurate records of all bid activity, including pipeline tracking, outcomes. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Previous experience in bid management administration, bidding and managing, Public Sector Frameworks/renewals Administration: Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively. Compliance and Public Sector regulations: Basic understanding of compliance requirements. Proofreading: Excellent English language skills with the ability to spot basic grammatical and formatting errors. Resilience: Team player, ability to work well under pressure and to demanding deadlines, with confidence to engage with a broad range of internal stakeholders. Documentation: Proficiency in filing, archiving, and retrieving information efficiently. Technology Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ideally experienced with HubSpot and public procurement tools and systems (e.g. BiP Solutions, Tussell, Find a Tender, Bravo, Atamis, etc.). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Are you an experienced finance professional ready to step into a leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation? We are supporting a well-established company in the healthcare sector based in Andover, Hampshire, that is committed to innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact on people's wellbeing. With a diverse team and a strong growth trajectory, this organisation offers a collaborative culture, a focus on professional development, and a flexible working environment. Join a purpose-driven business that values integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement. What will the Financial Controller role involve? Providing strategic leadership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting, control, and compliance to UK GAAP standards Overseeing monthly management and statutory accounts, supporting effective decision-making and financial transparency Managing treasury activities, including cashflow planning, forecasting, and liquidity optimisation Leading and developing the Corporate Accounting team towards high performance and professional growth Collaborating closely with finance stakeholders to enhance processes, automate reporting, and support the organisation's digitalisation initiatives, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Suitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy: Extensive experience in financial reporting, accounting standards, and statutory accounts preparation within a regulated environment. Proven leadership ability, with a track record of developing teams of qualified accountants. Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and audit processes. Experience with digital finance systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or similar platforms. A proactive, service-oriented approach with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller: Competitive salary based on experience Group bonus scheme and pension contributions Generous holiday allowance plus options to buy or sell leave Flexible working arrangement and hybrid working model Access to a wellbeing hub and health plans Discount schemes and recognition awards Volunteering days to support community engagement CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced finance professional ready to step into a leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation? We are supporting a well-established company in the healthcare sector based in Andover, Hampshire, that is committed to innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact on people's wellbeing. With a diverse team and a strong growth trajectory, this organisation offers a collaborative culture, a focus on professional development, and a flexible working environment. Join a purpose-driven business that values integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement. What will the Financial Controller role involve? Providing strategic leadership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial reporting, control, and compliance to UK GAAP standards Overseeing monthly management and statutory accounts, supporting effective decision-making and financial transparency Managing treasury activities, including cashflow planning, forecasting, and liquidity optimisation Leading and developing the Corporate Accounting team towards high performance and professional growth Collaborating closely with finance stakeholders to enhance processes, automate reporting, and support the organisation's digitalisation initiatives, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Suitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy: Extensive experience in financial reporting, accounting standards, and statutory accounts preparation within a regulated environment. Proven leadership ability, with a track record of developing teams of qualified accountants. Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and audit processes. Experience with digital finance systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or similar platforms. A proactive, service-oriented approach with excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller: Competitive salary based on experience Group bonus scheme and pension contributions Generous holiday allowance plus options to buy or sell leave Flexible working arrangement and hybrid working model Access to a wellbeing hub and health plans Discount schemes and recognition awards Volunteering days to support community engagement CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Head of Technology Risk - 1LOD - Banking Senior leadership role within a UK bank undergoing major technology transformation. This is a strategic, high-impact position owning the technology risk agenda across the organisation, with direct exposure to ExCo and Board Risk Committees. You will define and lead the IT Risk strategy, ensuring risk is properly understood, challenged and Embedded across all technology activity, particularly large-scale change programmes. This is not a passive oversight role. You will actively influence outcomes, challenge delivery, and ensure risk is managed in a pragmatic, commercially aware way. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver the IT Risk Management strategy aligned to business and technology objectives Act as the senior technology risk voice into ExCo, Board Risk and senior governance forums Oversee risk across major IT and transformation programmes, ensuring effective mitigation and visibility of emerging risk Embed and maintain the operational risk framework across all technology functions Lead GRC capability, including implementation and optimisation of tooling and reporting Own KRI design, reporting and thematic risk insight across technology Drive high-quality risk forums and governance, ensuring clear articulation of risk, impact and action Build and lead a high-performing technology risk team and partner network Provide robust challenge to senior stakeholders across engineering, change and operations Handle complex escalations and ensure effective resolution of technology and organisational risk issues Experience/Qualifications Proven experience leading technology or IT risk within a regulated financial services environment Strong understanding of IT, engineering, development and operations, with the ability to challenge effectively Deep experience of risk frameworks, controls, GRC and operational risk Track record of overseeing risk within large transformation or change programmes Ability to operate at senior level, influencing C-suite and Board stakeholders Commercially aware, pragmatic approach to risk and control Experience building and leading teams and driving capability at scale This is a senior, visible role with real influence, suited to someone who wants to shape how technology risk is managed across a modernising bank. Interested? Please Apply! Technology Risk, IT Risk, ICT Risk, Operational Risk, GRC, Risk Framework, Change Risk, Transformation, KRI, Risk Committees, Technology Controls, Financial Services, Banking, Infosec
May 18, 2026
Full time
Head of Technology Risk - 1LOD - Banking Senior leadership role within a UK bank undergoing major technology transformation. This is a strategic, high-impact position owning the technology risk agenda across the organisation, with direct exposure to ExCo and Board Risk Committees. You will define and lead the IT Risk strategy, ensuring risk is properly understood, challenged and Embedded across all technology activity, particularly large-scale change programmes. This is not a passive oversight role. You will actively influence outcomes, challenge delivery, and ensure risk is managed in a pragmatic, commercially aware way. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver the IT Risk Management strategy aligned to business and technology objectives Act as the senior technology risk voice into ExCo, Board Risk and senior governance forums Oversee risk across major IT and transformation programmes, ensuring effective mitigation and visibility of emerging risk Embed and maintain the operational risk framework across all technology functions Lead GRC capability, including implementation and optimisation of tooling and reporting Own KRI design, reporting and thematic risk insight across technology Drive high-quality risk forums and governance, ensuring clear articulation of risk, impact and action Build and lead a high-performing technology risk team and partner network Provide robust challenge to senior stakeholders across engineering, change and operations Handle complex escalations and ensure effective resolution of technology and organisational risk issues Experience/Qualifications Proven experience leading technology or IT risk within a regulated financial services environment Strong understanding of IT, engineering, development and operations, with the ability to challenge effectively Deep experience of risk frameworks, controls, GRC and operational risk Track record of overseeing risk within large transformation or change programmes Ability to operate at senior level, influencing C-suite and Board stakeholders Commercially aware, pragmatic approach to risk and control Experience building and leading teams and driving capability at scale This is a senior, visible role with real influence, suited to someone who wants to shape how technology risk is managed across a modernising bank. Interested? Please Apply! Technology Risk, IT Risk, ICT Risk, Operational Risk, GRC, Risk Framework, Change Risk, Transformation, KRI, Risk Committees, Technology Controls, Financial Services, Banking, Infosec
Finance Director - Manufacturing Location: Onsite - Liverpool, United Kingdom Role Overview The Manufacturing Finance Director will play a critical role in driving value creation within a private equity-backed manufacturing business. Acting as a trusted partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team, the role is responsible for financial strategy, operational finance, and performance improvement, with a strong focus on EBITDA growth, cash generation, and scalable financial controls. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Finance & Operational Performance Lead all aspects of manufacturing finance, including standard costing, product costing, variance analysis, and margin management. Partner closely with operations to improve OEE, labour efficiency, scrap, yield, and inventory turns. Drive cost transparency and accountability across plants and cost centres. Planning, Budgeting & Investor Reporting Own the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long-range plan aligned to PE timelines. Deliver timely, accurate monthly management accounts and KPI packs for board and investor reporting. Provide clear commentary on performance versus budget, forecast, and investment case. Cash, Working Capital & Capital Allocation Drive strong cash generation through active working capital management (inventory, payables, receivables). Evaluate and support capital investment cases, including ROI and post-investment reviews. Governance, Controls & Compliance Strengthen financial controls, governance, and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS, tax, and statutory reporting requirements. Participate in external audit processes and manage local relationships with advisors and lenders. Transformation, Systems & Scalability Lead finance transformation initiatives to improve data quality, reporting speed, and insight. Support ERP implementation or optimisation where required. Build scalable finance processes to support growth. Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a high-performing finance team with a strong performance culture. Promote accountability, pace, and continuous improvement across the finance function. Skills & Experience Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Senior finance leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong operational finance, costing, and margin management expertise. Experience supporting integrations or carve-outs. Personal Attributes Commercial, analytical, and outcome focused. Comfortable challenging operational and leadership teams. Hands-on, resilient, and able to operate at pace. Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal . By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here . Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here . Residents of all other states may access our policies here . Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here . Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here . Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Finance Director - Manufacturing Location: Onsite - Liverpool, United Kingdom Role Overview The Manufacturing Finance Director will play a critical role in driving value creation within a private equity-backed manufacturing business. Acting as a trusted partner to the Managing Director and senior leadership team, the role is responsible for financial strategy, operational finance, and performance improvement, with a strong focus on EBITDA growth, cash generation, and scalable financial controls. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Finance & Operational Performance Lead all aspects of manufacturing finance, including standard costing, product costing, variance analysis, and margin management. Partner closely with operations to improve OEE, labour efficiency, scrap, yield, and inventory turns. Drive cost transparency and accountability across plants and cost centres. Planning, Budgeting & Investor Reporting Own the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long-range plan aligned to PE timelines. Deliver timely, accurate monthly management accounts and KPI packs for board and investor reporting. Provide clear commentary on performance versus budget, forecast, and investment case. Cash, Working Capital & Capital Allocation Drive strong cash generation through active working capital management (inventory, payables, receivables). Evaluate and support capital investment cases, including ROI and post-investment reviews. Governance, Controls & Compliance Strengthen financial controls, governance, and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS, tax, and statutory reporting requirements. Participate in external audit processes and manage local relationships with advisors and lenders. Transformation, Systems & Scalability Lead finance transformation initiatives to improve data quality, reporting speed, and insight. Support ERP implementation or optimisation where required. Build scalable finance processes to support growth. Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a high-performing finance team with a strong performance culture. Promote accountability, pace, and continuous improvement across the finance function. Skills & Experience Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Senior finance leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong operational finance, costing, and margin management expertise. Experience supporting integrations or carve-outs. Personal Attributes Commercial, analytical, and outcome focused. Comfortable challenging operational and leadership teams. Hands-on, resilient, and able to operate at pace. Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal . By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here . Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here . Residents of all other states may access our policies here . Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here . Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here . Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Project Controls Manager (SC Clearance) Derby - Hybrid working 3 days per week on site DOE + Private Medical Insurance + Pension + Clear Progression Pathway Are you an experienced Project Controls professional looking to play a key role in delivering complex, mission-critical defence programmes within a highly regulated environment? This is a pivotal role supporting the successful delivery of large, complex programmes, with responsibility across planning, cost control, risk management and performance reporting. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and clients, operating within strict governance and assurance frameworks. You will be joining a forward-thinking digital consultancy at the forefront of innovation in the built environment, offering exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a collaborative, supportive culture. This role suits a Project Controls Manager from a defence, aerospace, nuclear or similarly regulated background who is confident working in security-sensitive environments and thrives on responsibility and accountability. The Role: Lead project controls activities across complex defence programmes Own planning, cost control, risk management and EVM reporting Produce clear performance insights using tools such as P6, MSP and Power BI Work closely with clients on-site several days per week Operate within strict governance, assurance and contractual frameworks The Person Significant experience in project controls on large, complex programmes Background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, infrastructure or regulated sectors Strong knowledge of planning, cost control, risk and earned value management Proficient with Primavera P6, MSP, Excel and reporting tools Eligible for or already holding UK security clearance Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Project Controls Manager (SC Clearance) Derby - Hybrid working 3 days per week on site DOE + Private Medical Insurance + Pension + Clear Progression Pathway Are you an experienced Project Controls professional looking to play a key role in delivering complex, mission-critical defence programmes within a highly regulated environment? This is a pivotal role supporting the successful delivery of large, complex programmes, with responsibility across planning, cost control, risk management and performance reporting. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and clients, operating within strict governance and assurance frameworks. You will be joining a forward-thinking digital consultancy at the forefront of innovation in the built environment, offering exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a collaborative, supportive culture. This role suits a Project Controls Manager from a defence, aerospace, nuclear or similarly regulated background who is confident working in security-sensitive environments and thrives on responsibility and accountability. The Role: Lead project controls activities across complex defence programmes Own planning, cost control, risk management and EVM reporting Produce clear performance insights using tools such as P6, MSP and Power BI Work closely with clients on-site several days per week Operate within strict governance, assurance and contractual frameworks The Person Significant experience in project controls on large, complex programmes Background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, infrastructure or regulated sectors Strong knowledge of planning, cost control, risk and earned value management Proficient with Primavera P6, MSP, Excel and reporting tools Eligible for or already holding UK security clearance Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
About Woman's Trust The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers. Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally. About the role The Therapeutic Services Project Manager will lead on performance monitoring and reporting to funders ensuring robust data governance, GDPR compliance and to inform service delivery, development, survivor engagement and organisational performance. This role is critical to embedding a culture of data-driven decisionmaking, using performance monitoring to support high-quality service delivery in line with sector standards and quality assurance frameworks. The role will provide leadership on project implementation and delivery alongside the Head of Therapeutic Services. This role will be responsible for performance monitoring and reporting across Woman s Trust, so that staff can use our internal service data to inform their ongoing work and decision-making. The Therapeutic Services Project Manager will take ownership of concisely communicating our performance data to both internal and external stakeholders to ensure targets and contractual obligations are being met. The role will deliver on Woman s Trust s strategic priorities with regards to service contracts, data, monitoring and evaluation. You will not only mentor and develop capacity within your own team but act as a data advocate, enhancing the relationship between the front-line workers Woman s Trust s work and the staff managing the contractual obligations. Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE). Contract: Permanent. Location: Woman s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership locations. Woman s Trust operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 50% to be on-site. For further information and to apply, please visit our website. Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format. Closing date: 29th May 2026. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. Police vetting Clearance may also be required.
May 18, 2026
Full time
About Woman's Trust The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers. Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally. About the role The Therapeutic Services Project Manager will lead on performance monitoring and reporting to funders ensuring robust data governance, GDPR compliance and to inform service delivery, development, survivor engagement and organisational performance. This role is critical to embedding a culture of data-driven decisionmaking, using performance monitoring to support high-quality service delivery in line with sector standards and quality assurance frameworks. The role will provide leadership on project implementation and delivery alongside the Head of Therapeutic Services. This role will be responsible for performance monitoring and reporting across Woman s Trust, so that staff can use our internal service data to inform their ongoing work and decision-making. The Therapeutic Services Project Manager will take ownership of concisely communicating our performance data to both internal and external stakeholders to ensure targets and contractual obligations are being met. The role will deliver on Woman s Trust s strategic priorities with regards to service contracts, data, monitoring and evaluation. You will not only mentor and develop capacity within your own team but act as a data advocate, enhancing the relationship between the front-line workers Woman s Trust s work and the staff managing the contractual obligations. Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE). Contract: Permanent. Location: Woman s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership locations. Woman s Trust operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 50% to be on-site. For further information and to apply, please visit our website. Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format. Closing date: 29th May 2026. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. Police vetting Clearance may also be required.
Your new company This role is working for Hays, a FTSE 250 recruitment leader with a global footprint, combining decades of expertise with a bold technology strategy focused on modernisation, digitalisation and innovation to power progress through people and market-leading tech. With deep specialism across STEM and digital domains, Hays leverages data-driven insight and a worldwide tech talent network to help organisations secure the skills they need today and for the future. Backed by significant investment in its technology transformation and strategic partnerships, Hays is shaping the future of tech recruitment and supporting businesses as they build tomorrow's workforce. Your new role The Demand & Capacity Manager ensures that Technology Operations has the resources, capacity, and performance headroom needed to deliver stable, predictable, and scalable services globally. The role is responsible for forecasting demand, analysing consumption trends, modelling capacity needs, and identifying risks related to saturation, seasonal patterns, and strategic growth. This includes coordinating with Finance, PMO, Service Performance Management, Engineering teams, and vendors to ensure that demand is understood, capacity is planned, and costs are optimised across infrastructure, platforms, cloud, and global operations. Core Responsibilities: Own the global demand and capacity management framework across infrastructure, cloud, platforms, and operational delivery services. Develop and maintain capacity models incorporating historic trends, business forecasts, and technology growth patterns. Forecast demand for infrastructure resources, cloud consumption, platform usage, licensing, storage, workloads, and workforce/operational capacity. Identify saturation risks, constraints, seasonal spikes, and capacity-related service vulnerabilities. Provide capacity insights to PMO reprioritisation, investment planning, and readiness assessments. Work with Service Performance Manager to correlate capacity with stability, recurrence patterns, and performance bottlenecks. Partner with Vendor/Contract Manager to assess vendor capacity commitments, delivery models, and scalability. Collaborate with EA to ensure capacity plans align with technology roadmaps and transformation initiatives. Ensure appropriate capacity for major business events, releases, migrations, and peak periods. Maintain regular reporting covering consumption, forecasts, risks, and recommended actions. Accountable for the accuracy and quality of global demand and capacity forecasts. Ensure capacity risks are identified early, documented, communicated, and mitigated with clear action plans. Maintain a single source of truth for demand, consumption, and capacity insights. Provide leadership with proactive recommendations for investment, optimisation, and scaling actions. Drive alignment between capacity planning, financial forecasting, and platform/infrastructure strategies. Prepare and run capacity governance routines including monthly capacity reviews. Ensure readiness and capacity availability for major business or technology events. Support cloud optimisation and FinOps activities with accurate consumption modelling. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure capacity actions support service stability and avoid degradations. Global Delivery & Collaboration: Work with Regional Service Managers to capture local demand patterns, constraints, and capacity needs. Collaborate with EA to ensure strategic alignment with long-term architectural evolution. Partner with Infrastructure and Platform teams to understand scaling limits, performance boundaries, and capacity signals. Engage with PMO to validate capacity readiness for projects, migrations, and releases. Coordinate globally with MSPs (incl. Cognizant) to validate vendor capacity and delivery throughput. Work with Finance and Cost Management teams to validate budget impact, cost-to-serve models, and cloud consumption forecasts. Support Security and Compliance capacity requirements for logging, monitoring, DR, and backup workloads. Key Deliverable: Global Demand & Capacity Forecast (rolling 12-36 months). Capacity Models & Dashboards (infrastructure, cloud, platform, operational workload). Monthly Consumption & Capacity Report including risks, hotspots, and future projections. Quarterly Capacity Review Pack including investment proposals and optimisation insights. Capacity inputs for PMO readiness assessments, budgeting, and prioritisation. Documentation of mitigation actions for capacity-related risks. Cloud consumption models and cost-optimisation recommendations. KPIs & Success Measures: Accuracy of demand and capacity forecasts. Reduction of unplanned capacity-related incidents or outages. Timeliness of capacity reporting and insights. Optimisation impact (cloud savings, resource efficiency gains). Stakeholder satisfaction across Technology, Finance, Regions, and Vendors. Alignment of capacity with business demand and technology roadmaps. What you'll need to succeed Hands-on experience with automation platforms (ServiceNow Flow Designer, Power Automate, Rundeck, Ansible, Terraform, or similar). Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or equivalent). Understanding of monitoring and alerting systems (e.g., Dynatrace, Datadog, Splunk, Azure Monitor). Knowledge of ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Request) and workflow automation. Experience integrating automation with CI/CD, APIs, and cloud-native services. Strong understanding of identity models, RBAC, and secure automation practices. Ability nonrepresentational issues and translate them into automation solutions. Experience working with MSPs and global delivery models What you'll get in return Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits aligned to the seniority of the role. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 18, 2026
Full time
Your new company This role is working for Hays, a FTSE 250 recruitment leader with a global footprint, combining decades of expertise with a bold technology strategy focused on modernisation, digitalisation and innovation to power progress through people and market-leading tech. With deep specialism across STEM and digital domains, Hays leverages data-driven insight and a worldwide tech talent network to help organisations secure the skills they need today and for the future. Backed by significant investment in its technology transformation and strategic partnerships, Hays is shaping the future of tech recruitment and supporting businesses as they build tomorrow's workforce. Your new role The Demand & Capacity Manager ensures that Technology Operations has the resources, capacity, and performance headroom needed to deliver stable, predictable, and scalable services globally. The role is responsible for forecasting demand, analysing consumption trends, modelling capacity needs, and identifying risks related to saturation, seasonal patterns, and strategic growth. This includes coordinating with Finance, PMO, Service Performance Management, Engineering teams, and vendors to ensure that demand is understood, capacity is planned, and costs are optimised across infrastructure, platforms, cloud, and global operations. Core Responsibilities: Own the global demand and capacity management framework across infrastructure, cloud, platforms, and operational delivery services. Develop and maintain capacity models incorporating historic trends, business forecasts, and technology growth patterns. Forecast demand for infrastructure resources, cloud consumption, platform usage, licensing, storage, workloads, and workforce/operational capacity. Identify saturation risks, constraints, seasonal spikes, and capacity-related service vulnerabilities. Provide capacity insights to PMO reprioritisation, investment planning, and readiness assessments. Work with Service Performance Manager to correlate capacity with stability, recurrence patterns, and performance bottlenecks. Partner with Vendor/Contract Manager to assess vendor capacity commitments, delivery models, and scalability. Collaborate with EA to ensure capacity plans align with technology roadmaps and transformation initiatives. Ensure appropriate capacity for major business events, releases, migrations, and peak periods. Maintain regular reporting covering consumption, forecasts, risks, and recommended actions. Accountable for the accuracy and quality of global demand and capacity forecasts. Ensure capacity risks are identified early, documented, communicated, and mitigated with clear action plans. Maintain a single source of truth for demand, consumption, and capacity insights. Provide leadership with proactive recommendations for investment, optimisation, and scaling actions. Drive alignment between capacity planning, financial forecasting, and platform/infrastructure strategies. Prepare and run capacity governance routines including monthly capacity reviews. Ensure readiness and capacity availability for major business or technology events. Support cloud optimisation and FinOps activities with accurate consumption modelling. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure capacity actions support service stability and avoid degradations. Global Delivery & Collaboration: Work with Regional Service Managers to capture local demand patterns, constraints, and capacity needs. Collaborate with EA to ensure strategic alignment with long-term architectural evolution. Partner with Infrastructure and Platform teams to understand scaling limits, performance boundaries, and capacity signals. Engage with PMO to validate capacity readiness for projects, migrations, and releases. Coordinate globally with MSPs (incl. Cognizant) to validate vendor capacity and delivery throughput. Work with Finance and Cost Management teams to validate budget impact, cost-to-serve models, and cloud consumption forecasts. Support Security and Compliance capacity requirements for logging, monitoring, DR, and backup workloads. Key Deliverable: Global Demand & Capacity Forecast (rolling 12-36 months). Capacity Models & Dashboards (infrastructure, cloud, platform, operational workload). Monthly Consumption & Capacity Report including risks, hotspots, and future projections. Quarterly Capacity Review Pack including investment proposals and optimisation insights. Capacity inputs for PMO readiness assessments, budgeting, and prioritisation. Documentation of mitigation actions for capacity-related risks. Cloud consumption models and cost-optimisation recommendations. KPIs & Success Measures: Accuracy of demand and capacity forecasts. Reduction of unplanned capacity-related incidents or outages. Timeliness of capacity reporting and insights. Optimisation impact (cloud savings, resource efficiency gains). Stakeholder satisfaction across Technology, Finance, Regions, and Vendors. Alignment of capacity with business demand and technology roadmaps. What you'll need to succeed Hands-on experience with automation platforms (ServiceNow Flow Designer, Power Automate, Rundeck, Ansible, Terraform, or similar). Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or equivalent). Understanding of monitoring and alerting systems (e.g., Dynatrace, Datadog, Splunk, Azure Monitor). Knowledge of ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Request) and workflow automation. Experience integrating automation with CI/CD, APIs, and cloud-native services. Strong understanding of identity models, RBAC, and secure automation practices. Ability nonrepresentational issues and translate them into automation solutions. Experience working with MSPs and global delivery models What you'll get in return Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits aligned to the seniority of the role. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Paralegal Location: Uxbridge - Parkview, 4th Floor, 82 Oxford Road, UB8 1UXSalary: £35,000 per annumReporting to: Group Head of Legal About the Role We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Paralegal to join our Legal team at CareTech Group. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in corporate governance, company secretarial practice, or in-house legal services within a large and diverse organisation. The successful candidate will support the Legal function in maintaining high standards of corporate governance, legal and regulatory compliance, and efficient contract management across the Group. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, supporting a broad range of corporate, commercial, governance and property-related matters while helping to ensure robust legal structures across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative and legal support to the Group Head of Legal and wider Legal Team.Assist with drafting, formatting and reviewing legal documentation including NDAs, contracts and correspondence.Support legal due diligence exercises relating to commercial contracts, corporate transactions and property matters.Conduct legal research on governance, regulatory and contractual matters.Coordinate the signing, execution and storage of legal documents.Maintain central repositories for legal templates, agreements and governance documentation.Support disputes, litigation matters and regulatory enquiries where required.Liaise with stakeholders across the business to manage legal requests efficiently.Provide supporting documentation to satisfy KYC requirements for partners and suppliers.Assist with Board and Committee administration, including preparing and recording meeting minutes.Maintain statutory registers and company records in line with Companies House requirements.Support the preparation and submission of Companies House filings.Maintain governance documentation including Board resolutions and governance policies.Assist with governance-related projects including restructures, acquisitions and company changes. What Success Looks Like Accurate and timely completion of statutory filings and compliance requirements.Efficient coordination of governance and board processes.Well-maintained statutory registers and legal records.Strong organisational management of contracts and legal documentation.Positive feedback from stakeholders and senior leadership.Ongoing development in corporate governance and legal practice knowledge. Skills & Experience RequiredEssential: Basic understanding of UK company law and corporate governance principles.Knowledge of legal administrative processes and document management.Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Ability to conduct legal research and prepare governance documentation.Experience taking minutes and supporting governance processes. Desirable: Experience working with legal document management systems.Exposure to Companies House filings and statutory registers.Familiarity with company secretarial or corporate governance practices.Knowledge of legal documentation including NDAs, commercial contracts and Board resolutions. Personal Attributes Professional, reliable and accountable.High level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality.Proactive and adaptable with a willingness to learn.Strong relationship-building skills with colleagues and stakeholders.Capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Degree in Law, Business, Governance or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Why Join Us? This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure within an in-house legal environment while developing valuable experience in corporate governance and legal operations within a large and growing organisation.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Paralegal Location: Uxbridge - Parkview, 4th Floor, 82 Oxford Road, UB8 1UXSalary: £35,000 per annumReporting to: Group Head of Legal About the Role We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Paralegal to join our Legal team at CareTech Group. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in corporate governance, company secretarial practice, or in-house legal services within a large and diverse organisation. The successful candidate will support the Legal function in maintaining high standards of corporate governance, legal and regulatory compliance, and efficient contract management across the Group. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, supporting a broad range of corporate, commercial, governance and property-related matters while helping to ensure robust legal structures across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative and legal support to the Group Head of Legal and wider Legal Team.Assist with drafting, formatting and reviewing legal documentation including NDAs, contracts and correspondence.Support legal due diligence exercises relating to commercial contracts, corporate transactions and property matters.Conduct legal research on governance, regulatory and contractual matters.Coordinate the signing, execution and storage of legal documents.Maintain central repositories for legal templates, agreements and governance documentation.Support disputes, litigation matters and regulatory enquiries where required.Liaise with stakeholders across the business to manage legal requests efficiently.Provide supporting documentation to satisfy KYC requirements for partners and suppliers.Assist with Board and Committee administration, including preparing and recording meeting minutes.Maintain statutory registers and company records in line with Companies House requirements.Support the preparation and submission of Companies House filings.Maintain governance documentation including Board resolutions and governance policies.Assist with governance-related projects including restructures, acquisitions and company changes. What Success Looks Like Accurate and timely completion of statutory filings and compliance requirements.Efficient coordination of governance and board processes.Well-maintained statutory registers and legal records.Strong organisational management of contracts and legal documentation.Positive feedback from stakeholders and senior leadership.Ongoing development in corporate governance and legal practice knowledge. Skills & Experience RequiredEssential: Basic understanding of UK company law and corporate governance principles.Knowledge of legal administrative processes and document management.Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Ability to conduct legal research and prepare governance documentation.Experience taking minutes and supporting governance processes. Desirable: Experience working with legal document management systems.Exposure to Companies House filings and statutory registers.Familiarity with company secretarial or corporate governance practices.Knowledge of legal documentation including NDAs, commercial contracts and Board resolutions. Personal Attributes Professional, reliable and accountable.High level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality.Proactive and adaptable with a willingness to learn.Strong relationship-building skills with colleagues and stakeholders.Capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Degree in Law, Business, Governance or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Why Join Us? This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure within an in-house legal environment while developing valuable experience in corporate governance and legal operations within a large and growing organisation.
General Medicine Ultrasound Cross-site Lead The closing date is 17 May 2026. We are looking for an experienced, passionate sonographer to lead our General Medical Ultrasound Service across Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG). If you have experience and knowledge within this sphere of practice, with additional skills such as head and neck, vascular, or paediatric ultrasound, please join the Ultrasound team at NLAG. This role will lead and progress general medical ultrasound pathways across NLAG, overseeing ultrasound processes, ensuring quality assurance, and supporting 2 week wait and urgent referral pathways. The role blends clinical and managerial responsibilities, including service improvements, policy development, team management, audit, training, and development within general medical ultrasound. Responsibilities Uphold safe, effective service delivery within general medical ultrasound pathways, working closely with service/clinical leads across-site. Undertake a wide variety of medical ultrasound examinations, ensuring best clinical practice and optimal diagnostic imaging. Share responsibility for all aspects of the NLAG Ultrasound service with other Sonography Clinical Leads. Act as the NLAG General Medical Lead, ensuring adherence to standards, providing feedback and support, monitoring departmental quality assurance processes and compliance with national standards and guidelines. Lead multidisciplinary image review sessions and liaise with Imaging Leads on quality improvement and training outcomes. Supervise and support training of staff within the sphere of general ultrasound. Manage clinical governance, incident reporting, and service audit to uphold imaging quality and patient safety. Represent the service at Trust meetings, contributing to strategic planning and service improvement. Assist in overseeing staffing, sickness, appraisals, recruitment, and performance monitoring. Ensure accurate documentation and data entry via hospital IT systems. Education and qualifications Current and up-to-date registration through HCPC/NMC. Professional qualification and relevant background (e.g. BSc Radiography/Nursing). Postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound (CASE accredited or equivalent). Hold or be working towards MSc in a relevant subject. Managerial or leadership training. Knowledge and skills Extensive experience and knowledge of a specialised area of practice such as head and neck, vascular, or paediatric ultrasound. Person Specification This position requires strong clinical expertise, leadership ability, and commitment to quality improvement within general medical ultrasound services. Equal Opportunities We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Location Scunthorpe / Grimsby with cross site working essential.
May 18, 2026
Full time
General Medicine Ultrasound Cross-site Lead The closing date is 17 May 2026. We are looking for an experienced, passionate sonographer to lead our General Medical Ultrasound Service across Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG). If you have experience and knowledge within this sphere of practice, with additional skills such as head and neck, vascular, or paediatric ultrasound, please join the Ultrasound team at NLAG. This role will lead and progress general medical ultrasound pathways across NLAG, overseeing ultrasound processes, ensuring quality assurance, and supporting 2 week wait and urgent referral pathways. The role blends clinical and managerial responsibilities, including service improvements, policy development, team management, audit, training, and development within general medical ultrasound. Responsibilities Uphold safe, effective service delivery within general medical ultrasound pathways, working closely with service/clinical leads across-site. Undertake a wide variety of medical ultrasound examinations, ensuring best clinical practice and optimal diagnostic imaging. Share responsibility for all aspects of the NLAG Ultrasound service with other Sonography Clinical Leads. Act as the NLAG General Medical Lead, ensuring adherence to standards, providing feedback and support, monitoring departmental quality assurance processes and compliance with national standards and guidelines. Lead multidisciplinary image review sessions and liaise with Imaging Leads on quality improvement and training outcomes. Supervise and support training of staff within the sphere of general ultrasound. Manage clinical governance, incident reporting, and service audit to uphold imaging quality and patient safety. Represent the service at Trust meetings, contributing to strategic planning and service improvement. Assist in overseeing staffing, sickness, appraisals, recruitment, and performance monitoring. Ensure accurate documentation and data entry via hospital IT systems. Education and qualifications Current and up-to-date registration through HCPC/NMC. Professional qualification and relevant background (e.g. BSc Radiography/Nursing). Postgraduate diploma in Medical Ultrasound (CASE accredited or equivalent). Hold or be working towards MSc in a relevant subject. Managerial or leadership training. Knowledge and skills Extensive experience and knowledge of a specialised area of practice such as head and neck, vascular, or paediatric ultrasound. Person Specification This position requires strong clinical expertise, leadership ability, and commitment to quality improvement within general medical ultrasound services. Equal Opportunities We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Location Scunthorpe / Grimsby with cross site working essential.
AJP Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Our client is a leading engineering and project services company who provide bespoke solutions across a number of marine related areas. Due to new projects won, they now require a Senior QA Engineer to work from their busy North East facility. The Role Responsible for assuring that requirements are being in met in projects through the planning, delegation, monitoring and reporting on a programme of Quality Assurance activities. Manage and support the overall governance and accreditation of the Quality Management System in accordance with the ISO 9001 standard. Provide quality related support and advice to all functions within the business. Provide client quality related planning, documentation and feedback. Review and update the company quality management system on a routine basis. Maintain the Lloyds ISO 9001 accreditation of the company quality management system. Plan and execute the internal company audit programme. Plan and execute the external supplier audit programme. Manage the company Issue Management (Non-Conformance) process. Produce progress reports and metrics. The Person Significant experience of quality management in a senior role, ideally with line management experience. Degree or equivalent in a related engineering discipline. Lead Auditor (IRCA Registered) in ISO 9001, 14001, & 45001. Diploma in Quality Management
May 18, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading engineering and project services company who provide bespoke solutions across a number of marine related areas. Due to new projects won, they now require a Senior QA Engineer to work from their busy North East facility. The Role Responsible for assuring that requirements are being in met in projects through the planning, delegation, monitoring and reporting on a programme of Quality Assurance activities. Manage and support the overall governance and accreditation of the Quality Management System in accordance with the ISO 9001 standard. Provide quality related support and advice to all functions within the business. Provide client quality related planning, documentation and feedback. Review and update the company quality management system on a routine basis. Maintain the Lloyds ISO 9001 accreditation of the company quality management system. Plan and execute the internal company audit programme. Plan and execute the external supplier audit programme. Manage the company Issue Management (Non-Conformance) process. Produce progress reports and metrics. The Person Significant experience of quality management in a senior role, ideally with line management experience. Degree or equivalent in a related engineering discipline. Lead Auditor (IRCA Registered) in ISO 9001, 14001, & 45001. Diploma in Quality Management
AI Governance Lead London - Hybrid £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus VIQU has partnered with a leading insurance organisation, undergoing significant data and AI transformation, as they continue to embed advanced analytics and AI capabilities across their business. They are now seeking a AI Governance Lead to join their Chief Data Office, responsible for establishing and embedding robust AI governance frameworks, ensuring the ethical and compliant use of AI, and enabling the organisation to scale AI adoption in a controlled and responsible way. This role will operate at the intersection of data science, risk, and regulation, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive innovation whilst managing risk in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities of the AI Governance Lead: • Define and implement the organisation s AI governance framework, aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements. • Establish policies and standards to ensure the responsible, ethical, and compliant use of AI across the organisation. • Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including bias, privacy, and model explainability. • Develop governance models across key insurance use cases such as underwriting, pricing, claims, and fraud. • Implement controls, monitoring, and audit processes for AI models and data usage. • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including GDPR, FCA guidelines, and emerging AI regulations. • Monitor AI model performance, accuracy, and fairness, implementing continuous improvement processes. • Develop reporting frameworks, dashboards, and governance metrics to provide visibility of AI risk and performance. • Collaborate with data science, technology, and risk teams to embed governance into AI development and deployment lifecycles. • Engage with senior stakeholders and executive leadership to communicate governance strategy, risks, and opportunities. Essential Requirements of the AI Governance Lead: • Proven experience leading AI or ML governance within insurance or financial services environments. • Strong background in data science, machine learning, or AI, with hands-on experience earlier in career. • Experience managing AI model development and deployment within regulated environments. • Strong understanding of insurance processes such as underwriting, pricing, claims, or fraud. • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including GDPR, FCA, and AI governance standards. • Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. • Ability to translate complex business challenges into AI-driven solutions. • Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience operating at senior or executive level. • Understanding of actuarial principles and insurance analytics is highly desirable. • Relevant certifications in AI, machine learning, or data science would be advantageous. To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Katie Dark on (url removed). If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply). AI Governance Lead London - Hybrid £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus
May 18, 2026
Full time
AI Governance Lead London - Hybrid £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus VIQU has partnered with a leading insurance organisation, undergoing significant data and AI transformation, as they continue to embed advanced analytics and AI capabilities across their business. They are now seeking a AI Governance Lead to join their Chief Data Office, responsible for establishing and embedding robust AI governance frameworks, ensuring the ethical and compliant use of AI, and enabling the organisation to scale AI adoption in a controlled and responsible way. This role will operate at the intersection of data science, risk, and regulation, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive innovation whilst managing risk in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities of the AI Governance Lead: • Define and implement the organisation s AI governance framework, aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements. • Establish policies and standards to ensure the responsible, ethical, and compliant use of AI across the organisation. • Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including bias, privacy, and model explainability. • Develop governance models across key insurance use cases such as underwriting, pricing, claims, and fraud. • Implement controls, monitoring, and audit processes for AI models and data usage. • Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including GDPR, FCA guidelines, and emerging AI regulations. • Monitor AI model performance, accuracy, and fairness, implementing continuous improvement processes. • Develop reporting frameworks, dashboards, and governance metrics to provide visibility of AI risk and performance. • Collaborate with data science, technology, and risk teams to embed governance into AI development and deployment lifecycles. • Engage with senior stakeholders and executive leadership to communicate governance strategy, risks, and opportunities. Essential Requirements of the AI Governance Lead: • Proven experience leading AI or ML governance within insurance or financial services environments. • Strong background in data science, machine learning, or AI, with hands-on experience earlier in career. • Experience managing AI model development and deployment within regulated environments. • Strong understanding of insurance processes such as underwriting, pricing, claims, or fraud. • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including GDPR, FCA, and AI governance standards. • Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. • Ability to translate complex business challenges into AI-driven solutions. • Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience operating at senior or executive level. • Understanding of actuarial principles and insurance analytics is highly desirable. • Relevant certifications in AI, machine learning, or data science would be advantageous. To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Katie Dark on (url removed). If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply). AI Governance Lead London - Hybrid £90,000 - £110,000 + bonus
Looking for a role where you can genuinely influence decision-making, shape financial strategy, and lead a team that's trusted by senior leaders? As a Finance Business Partner, you'll be the go-to expert for financial insight, business modelling, and strategic support- helping to drive real change and make a tangible impact. This is your chance to work closely with senior stakeholders, provide challenge and assurance, and ensure financial management is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. If you want to be at the heart of financial performance, supporting change initiatives and leading a high-performing team, this is the opportunity to step up and make your mark. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for: Acting as a key member of the leadership team for a defined business area, representing finance and building strong relationships with stakeholders Providing strategic and financial decision support to budget holders, including business modelling, risk analysis, and management information Supporting the development and delivery of medium-term financial plans and financial governance Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Financial Analysts to deliver high-quality support Driving strong financial control, advocating financial priorities, and ensuring effective resource planning Preparing and analysing management information, business cases, and departmental performance Supporting challenging budget reduction programmes and capacity-building initiatives Ensuring compliance with financial policies, HR practices, and continuous improvement standards What you will need: Full professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) Previous experience in a similar role such as Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, or Financial Controller Proven track record of team management, including performance review and recruitment Experience of providing financial advice and support to senior managers, with the confidence to challenge and influence decision-making Strong understanding of budget setting, monitoring, and financial policy within a local authority or comparable environment Excellent IT literacy, including MS Office and digital platforms Ability to build trust, drive improvement, and communicate complex financial information clearly What you will get: The chance to lead and develop a respected finance team, making a real difference to business outcomes Exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy A supportive environment that values innovation, improvement, and professional growth If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
Looking for a role where you can genuinely influence decision-making, shape financial strategy, and lead a team that's trusted by senior leaders? As a Finance Business Partner, you'll be the go-to expert for financial insight, business modelling, and strategic support- helping to drive real change and make a tangible impact. This is your chance to work closely with senior stakeholders, provide challenge and assurance, and ensure financial management is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. If you want to be at the heart of financial performance, supporting change initiatives and leading a high-performing team, this is the opportunity to step up and make your mark. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for: Acting as a key member of the leadership team for a defined business area, representing finance and building strong relationships with stakeholders Providing strategic and financial decision support to budget holders, including business modelling, risk analysis, and management information Supporting the development and delivery of medium-term financial plans and financial governance Leading, motivating, and developing a team of Financial Analysts to deliver high-quality support Driving strong financial control, advocating financial priorities, and ensuring effective resource planning Preparing and analysing management information, business cases, and departmental performance Supporting challenging budget reduction programmes and capacity-building initiatives Ensuring compliance with financial policies, HR practices, and continuous improvement standards What you will need: Full professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) Previous experience in a similar role such as Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, or Financial Controller Proven track record of team management, including performance review and recruitment Experience of providing financial advice and support to senior managers, with the confidence to challenge and influence decision-making Strong understanding of budget setting, monitoring, and financial policy within a local authority or comparable environment Excellent IT literacy, including MS Office and digital platforms Ability to build trust, drive improvement, and communicate complex financial information clearly What you will get: The chance to lead and develop a respected finance team, making a real difference to business outcomes Exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy A supportive environment that values innovation, improvement, and professional growth If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.
We are recruiting on behalf of our valued client, a market leading provider of IT Project Management Services, who is seeking an IT Project Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, so client sites are typically close to help ensure you can get home each day. Flexibility is essential, as each project will involve a different level of on-site presence. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The role requires the end-to-end delivery of software application projects and infrastructure deployments, with a strong focus on ERP, CRM and other enterprise platforms. This includes managing implementations, integrations, data migration, testing, and go lives across a range of client environments. You will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Deliver ERP, CRM and enterprise software projects end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure implementations end-to-end Define scope, plans and milestones across multi disciplinary teams Lead implementation, configuration, customisation and integrations Oversee data migration, cutover and validation activity Manage vendors, suppliers and technical teams Run governance, RAID management and progress reporting Support business change and user adoption Budget tracking and cost control About You You'll have 4+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex software solutions. You must have a driving licence, access to a vehicle and the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering CRM, ERP and enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, ServiceNow) Full software delivery lifecycle: requirements, build, test, migration, go live Managing data migration and integrations Working with Agile and Waterfall methods Strong stakeholder and vendor management Managing software budgets and commercial approvals Using Jira, MS Project Online, DevOps or similar tools
May 18, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting on behalf of our valued client, a market leading provider of IT Project Management Services, who is seeking an IT Project Manager to join their growing team on a permanent basis. The role offers hybrid working; however, on-site attendance at client locations is required. Projects are delivered on a regional basis, so client sites are typically close to help ensure you can get home each day. Flexibility is essential, as each project will involve a different level of on-site presence. You will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including profit share bonus, EAP, pension scheme, and life assurance. The Role The role requires the end-to-end delivery of software application projects and infrastructure deployments, with a strong focus on ERP, CRM and other enterprise platforms. This includes managing implementations, integrations, data migration, testing, and go lives across a range of client environments. You will be responsible for delivery plans, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Deliver ERP, CRM and enterprise software projects end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure implementations end-to-end Define scope, plans and milestones across multi disciplinary teams Lead implementation, configuration, customisation and integrations Oversee data migration, cutover and validation activity Manage vendors, suppliers and technical teams Run governance, RAID management and progress reporting Support business change and user adoption Budget tracking and cost control About You You'll have 4+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager delivering complex software solutions. You must have a driving licence, access to a vehicle and the right to work in the UK, as our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. You'll bring experience in: Delivering CRM, ERP and enterprise applications (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, ServiceNow) Full software delivery lifecycle: requirements, build, test, migration, go live Managing data migration and integrations Working with Agile and Waterfall methods Strong stakeholder and vendor management Managing software budgets and commercial approvals Using Jira, MS Project Online, DevOps or similar tools
Data Team Lead Regulatory Reporting Location: Manchester or Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid 2 days per week onsite) Type: Full-time Permanent About the Role We are seeking a Data Team Lead to take ownership of a team delivering regulatory reporting solutions within a high-scale, highly regulated environment. This role is primarily focused on leadership, delivery oversight, and stakeholder engagement rather than hands-on development. You will be responsible for ensuring the team delivers high-quality solutions that meet strict regulatory requirements while maintaining strong standards of design, performance, and reliability. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a cross-functional, geographically distributed data team Own the end-to-end delivery of regulatory reporting solutions Ensure outputs meet governance standards and regulatory requirements Act as the primary interface between technology, finance, and compliance stakeholders Drive team performance through mentoring, coaching, and development Manage risks, dependencies, and delivery timelines Identify and implement improvements to processes, ways of working, and delivery efficiency Provide regular updates to leadership and escalate risks where necessary Requirements Leadership and Delivery Proven experience leading and developing data or engineering teams Strong track record of owning delivery in fast-paced environments Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing demands Technical Understanding Strong understanding of GCP and BigQuery environments Solid knowledge of SQL and commercial database development Awareness of cloud-based architectures and data/reporting systems (This is not a hands-on role, but requires sufficient technical depth to guide teams and review solutions.) Desirable Experience Experience within regulated environments such as gambling, finance, or similar Exposure to high-throughput or large-scale data platforms Familiarity with API integrations (REST or SOAP) Experience supporting the use of AI tools within delivery teams Why Join Lead delivery of business-critical regulatory systems Work within a large-scale, performance-driven environment Play a key role in shaping team delivery and best practices Hybrid working model (2 days onsite per week) with strong long-term career progression Apply If you are a leadership-focused data professional who enjoys driving delivery and improving team performance in complex environments, we would like to hear from you.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Data Team Lead Regulatory Reporting Location: Manchester or Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid 2 days per week onsite) Type: Full-time Permanent About the Role We are seeking a Data Team Lead to take ownership of a team delivering regulatory reporting solutions within a high-scale, highly regulated environment. This role is primarily focused on leadership, delivery oversight, and stakeholder engagement rather than hands-on development. You will be responsible for ensuring the team delivers high-quality solutions that meet strict regulatory requirements while maintaining strong standards of design, performance, and reliability. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a cross-functional, geographically distributed data team Own the end-to-end delivery of regulatory reporting solutions Ensure outputs meet governance standards and regulatory requirements Act as the primary interface between technology, finance, and compliance stakeholders Drive team performance through mentoring, coaching, and development Manage risks, dependencies, and delivery timelines Identify and implement improvements to processes, ways of working, and delivery efficiency Provide regular updates to leadership and escalate risks where necessary Requirements Leadership and Delivery Proven experience leading and developing data or engineering teams Strong track record of owning delivery in fast-paced environments Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing demands Technical Understanding Strong understanding of GCP and BigQuery environments Solid knowledge of SQL and commercial database development Awareness of cloud-based architectures and data/reporting systems (This is not a hands-on role, but requires sufficient technical depth to guide teams and review solutions.) Desirable Experience Experience within regulated environments such as gambling, finance, or similar Exposure to high-throughput or large-scale data platforms Familiarity with API integrations (REST or SOAP) Experience supporting the use of AI tools within delivery teams Why Join Lead delivery of business-critical regulatory systems Work within a large-scale, performance-driven environment Play a key role in shaping team delivery and best practices Hybrid working model (2 days onsite per week) with strong long-term career progression Apply If you are a leadership-focused data professional who enjoys driving delivery and improving team performance in complex environments, we would like to hear from you.
Job Title: Interim Head of Strategic Finance - Projects Location: Central London Hybrid Working Duration : Interim 3-6 months Day rate : Circa £450 - £600 (umb) MLC Partners are proud to be exclusively partnering with a leading London-based Healthcare organisation in the appointment of their Interim Head of Strategic Finance - Projects. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious senior finance professional to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering major strategic transformation programmes across a complex healthcare environment. Working closely with Executive leaders, clinicians and external stakeholders, the incumbent will act as the finance lead on major capital and strategic projects, supporting the development of business cases, financial models and governance frameworks that underpin long-term organisational growth and sustainability. Key responsibilities include: Lead the financial workstream for major strategic and transformation projects Develop robust business cases, financial models and investment appraisals Support the delivery of large-scale capital and commercial initiatives Provide strategic financial insight, challenge and governance oversight Work collaboratively with senior operational, clinical and executive stakeholders Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting and reporting across strategic programmes Support regulatory approvals and governance processes Drive value-for-money improvements and identify financial opportunities Contribute to organisational strategy and long-term financial planning Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with significant senior-level finance experience gained within a large, complex organisation. Experience working within Healthcare or NFP is highly desirable alongside a strong understanding of strategic finance, business case development and transformational change. About You: Experience working within the NHS is desired Extensive experience operating at a strategic level Strong commercial and analytical capability Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience leading complex financial projects or transformation programmes The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior audiences A proactive and solutions-focused approach Strong leadership and relationship management skills This is an opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects within a values-driven organisation. To discuss the role in more detail, please contact Sam Rasera at MLC Partners for a confidential conversation.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Interim Head of Strategic Finance - Projects Location: Central London Hybrid Working Duration : Interim 3-6 months Day rate : Circa £450 - £600 (umb) MLC Partners are proud to be exclusively partnering with a leading London-based Healthcare organisation in the appointment of their Interim Head of Strategic Finance - Projects. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious senior finance professional to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering major strategic transformation programmes across a complex healthcare environment. Working closely with Executive leaders, clinicians and external stakeholders, the incumbent will act as the finance lead on major capital and strategic projects, supporting the development of business cases, financial models and governance frameworks that underpin long-term organisational growth and sustainability. Key responsibilities include: Lead the financial workstream for major strategic and transformation projects Develop robust business cases, financial models and investment appraisals Support the delivery of large-scale capital and commercial initiatives Provide strategic financial insight, challenge and governance oversight Work collaboratively with senior operational, clinical and executive stakeholders Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting and reporting across strategic programmes Support regulatory approvals and governance processes Drive value-for-money improvements and identify financial opportunities Contribute to organisational strategy and long-term financial planning Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with significant senior-level finance experience gained within a large, complex organisation. Experience working within Healthcare or NFP is highly desirable alongside a strong understanding of strategic finance, business case development and transformational change. About You: Experience working within the NHS is desired Extensive experience operating at a strategic level Strong commercial and analytical capability Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience leading complex financial projects or transformation programmes The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior audiences A proactive and solutions-focused approach Strong leadership and relationship management skills This is an opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects within a values-driven organisation. To discuss the role in more detail, please contact Sam Rasera at MLC Partners for a confidential conversation.
Procurement Analyst London (Hybrid) 12-month FTC 60,000 - 80,000 My client, an international business based in the city of London, are currently looking for a commercially-minded Procurement Analyst to join the team for a 12-month FTC. This role will focus on software procurement, licence management, commercial analysis, and cost optimisation across the business. Role & Responsibilities: Manage and analyse software expenditure across the organisation Create greater transparency and control over software costs, renewals, and audit exposure Identify opportunities for cost savings and licence optimisation Lead vendor negotiations to secure favourable commercial terms Manage software renewals and ensure compliance with licensing agreements Support finance teams with accurate reporting, forecasting, and audit preparation Monitor and investigate procurement, licensing, or system-related issues Work closely with internal stakeholders across finance, technology, and operations Assist with procurement process improvements and commercial governance activities Skills & Experience: Previous experience in procurement, commercial analysis, or software asset management Strong background managing software spend and vendor relationships Experience negotiating software contracts and commercial agreements Strong analytical and reporting skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities Advanced Excel and reporting capability Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience within financial services, trading, or highly regulated environments preferred Package: 12-month Fixed Term Contract 60,000 - 80,000 basic Full corporate benefits package Monday to Friday, hybrid working with 3 days in office and 2 days WFH Great London offices and fantastic working environment
May 18, 2026
Full time
Procurement Analyst London (Hybrid) 12-month FTC 60,000 - 80,000 My client, an international business based in the city of London, are currently looking for a commercially-minded Procurement Analyst to join the team for a 12-month FTC. This role will focus on software procurement, licence management, commercial analysis, and cost optimisation across the business. Role & Responsibilities: Manage and analyse software expenditure across the organisation Create greater transparency and control over software costs, renewals, and audit exposure Identify opportunities for cost savings and licence optimisation Lead vendor negotiations to secure favourable commercial terms Manage software renewals and ensure compliance with licensing agreements Support finance teams with accurate reporting, forecasting, and audit preparation Monitor and investigate procurement, licensing, or system-related issues Work closely with internal stakeholders across finance, technology, and operations Assist with procurement process improvements and commercial governance activities Skills & Experience: Previous experience in procurement, commercial analysis, or software asset management Strong background managing software spend and vendor relationships Experience negotiating software contracts and commercial agreements Strong analytical and reporting skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities Advanced Excel and reporting capability Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience within financial services, trading, or highly regulated environments preferred Package: 12-month Fixed Term Contract 60,000 - 80,000 basic Full corporate benefits package Monday to Friday, hybrid working with 3 days in office and 2 days WFH Great London offices and fantastic working environment
Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a division of CBRE which supports occupier clients of all sizes, through facilities management, project management, advisory and transaction services, realising potential in every dimension. Our vision is to create the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. Our client, BT, is one of the world's leading communications services companies for the provision of fixed-line services, broadband, mobile and TV products and services as well as networked IT services. On the BT account, our CBRE workplace team provides facilities management and project services across a large and diverse property portfolio across the UK. The estate includes offices, contact centres, telephone exchanges and retail outlets. Our strategic goals for the BT account are to have high performing and engaged colleagues working in a world class safety culture, whilst delivering exceptional customer experiences, service excellence and value for money. We encourage new ways of working, driving innovation, whilst always living to our RISE values. Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence Job Title: Risk Specialist The Risk Specialist will be responsible for conducting Asbestos Management Plan Reviews and Visual Re-Inspections across the BT estate, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. The role involves site inspections, reviewing documentation, updating asbestos registers, and supporting continuous improvement of asbestos management processes. RESPONSIBILITIES Role Summary Carry out Visual Re-Inspections of known ACMs (Asbestos Containing Materials) in line with planned schedules. Review and update Asbestos Management Plans to ensure accuracy and compliance. Upload inspection data and records to Alpha Tracker at register/ACM level. Identify and escalate any issues requiring remediation or corrective action. Ensure compliance with Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and CBRE procedures. Maintain high standards of health and safety during all site activities. Communicate findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders. Support planning and delivery of remedial works where required. Contribute to continuous improvement of asbestos management processes. Accountabilities Reports to Risk Programme Manager/Asbestos Technical Lead. Accountable to Risk and Assurance team, CBRE executive and governance bodies. Person Specification: Essential: BOHS P402 or RSPH Level 3 Certificate in Asbestos Surveying (or equivalent experience). Minimum 2 years' experience in asbestos management or similar compliance role. Full UK driving license. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. IT competent (tablet-based data capture and reporting). Ability to work independently and under pressure. Desirable: Experience with Alpha Tracker software. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. Previous experience in facilities management sector. Our mission: To build a world-class business through exceptional service and exceptional people Why CBRE? Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits programme, designed to make sure you feel valued in your role, with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional and financial health for you and your family. Learning & Development: Access LinkedIn Learning from day one with over 16,000 courses available, grow through our internal career pathways an unlimited training support on Talent Coach. Values-Based Culture: We encourage new ways of working, driving innovation, whilst always living to our RISE values. Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence. Positive Work Environment: Over 74% of our colleagues would recommend us as a great place to work, according to our latest internal engagement survey. Volunteering Days: Benefit from 2 paid volunteering days per year. Exclusive Discounts: Nuffield gym memberships and restaurant discount cards At CBRE, we value diversity and believe that everyone is extraordinary in their own way. We are an inclusive employer. Even if you are not sure you fit all the requirements for a particular role, we d still love to hear from you. There may be another opportunity within CBRE that is more suitable for you now or in the future.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a division of CBRE which supports occupier clients of all sizes, through facilities management, project management, advisory and transaction services, realising potential in every dimension. Our vision is to create the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. Our client, BT, is one of the world's leading communications services companies for the provision of fixed-line services, broadband, mobile and TV products and services as well as networked IT services. On the BT account, our CBRE workplace team provides facilities management and project services across a large and diverse property portfolio across the UK. The estate includes offices, contact centres, telephone exchanges and retail outlets. Our strategic goals for the BT account are to have high performing and engaged colleagues working in a world class safety culture, whilst delivering exceptional customer experiences, service excellence and value for money. We encourage new ways of working, driving innovation, whilst always living to our RISE values. Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence Job Title: Risk Specialist The Risk Specialist will be responsible for conducting Asbestos Management Plan Reviews and Visual Re-Inspections across the BT estate, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. The role involves site inspections, reviewing documentation, updating asbestos registers, and supporting continuous improvement of asbestos management processes. RESPONSIBILITIES Role Summary Carry out Visual Re-Inspections of known ACMs (Asbestos Containing Materials) in line with planned schedules. Review and update Asbestos Management Plans to ensure accuracy and compliance. Upload inspection data and records to Alpha Tracker at register/ACM level. Identify and escalate any issues requiring remediation or corrective action. Ensure compliance with Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and CBRE procedures. Maintain high standards of health and safety during all site activities. Communicate findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders. Support planning and delivery of remedial works where required. Contribute to continuous improvement of asbestos management processes. Accountabilities Reports to Risk Programme Manager/Asbestos Technical Lead. Accountable to Risk and Assurance team, CBRE executive and governance bodies. Person Specification: Essential: BOHS P402 or RSPH Level 3 Certificate in Asbestos Surveying (or equivalent experience). Minimum 2 years' experience in asbestos management or similar compliance role. Full UK driving license. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. IT competent (tablet-based data capture and reporting). Ability to work independently and under pressure. Desirable: Experience with Alpha Tracker software. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. Previous experience in facilities management sector. Our mission: To build a world-class business through exceptional service and exceptional people Why CBRE? Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits programme, designed to make sure you feel valued in your role, with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional and financial health for you and your family. Learning & Development: Access LinkedIn Learning from day one with over 16,000 courses available, grow through our internal career pathways an unlimited training support on Talent Coach. Values-Based Culture: We encourage new ways of working, driving innovation, whilst always living to our RISE values. Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence. Positive Work Environment: Over 74% of our colleagues would recommend us as a great place to work, according to our latest internal engagement survey. Volunteering Days: Benefit from 2 paid volunteering days per year. Exclusive Discounts: Nuffield gym memberships and restaurant discount cards At CBRE, we value diversity and believe that everyone is extraordinary in their own way. We are an inclusive employer. Even if you are not sure you fit all the requirements for a particular role, we d still love to hear from you. There may be another opportunity within CBRE that is more suitable for you now or in the future.
Programme Manager 12 - month FTC Location: London (3 days onsite) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits VIQU is recruiting for a Programme Manager to join a global professional services organisation delivering large-scale technology transformation programmes. This role requires an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background within law firms or professional services environments, capable of driving complex digital and business change initiatives across multiple workstreams. Key Responsibilities Lead large-scale technology transformation programmes end-to-end Manage multiple workstreams across Infrastructure, Cloud, Digital Workplace and Business Applications Own programme governance, reporting, RAID management and delivery standards Manage senior stakeholders across IT and the wider business Coordinate internal technical teams and third-party suppliers Ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to business objectives Support change management, communications and adoption activity Drive continuous improvement across programme delivery capability Key Requirements Strong experience as a Programme Manager within a law firm or professional services environment Proven delivery experience across large-scale technology transformation programmes Strong governance, planning and reporting expertise Experience managing complex stakeholder environments at senior level Exposure to Microsoft 365, Cloud, Infrastructure or Digital Workplace programmes Experience working within Agile, Waterfall or hybrid delivery environments Excellent leadership and communication skills Please note: sponsorship is not available for this role. To apply or find out more, contact Phoebe Rees via the VIQU website or LinkedIn.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Programme Manager 12 - month FTC Location: London (3 days onsite) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits VIQU is recruiting for a Programme Manager to join a global professional services organisation delivering large-scale technology transformation programmes. This role requires an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background within law firms or professional services environments, capable of driving complex digital and business change initiatives across multiple workstreams. Key Responsibilities Lead large-scale technology transformation programmes end-to-end Manage multiple workstreams across Infrastructure, Cloud, Digital Workplace and Business Applications Own programme governance, reporting, RAID management and delivery standards Manage senior stakeholders across IT and the wider business Coordinate internal technical teams and third-party suppliers Ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to business objectives Support change management, communications and adoption activity Drive continuous improvement across programme delivery capability Key Requirements Strong experience as a Programme Manager within a law firm or professional services environment Proven delivery experience across large-scale technology transformation programmes Strong governance, planning and reporting expertise Experience managing complex stakeholder environments at senior level Exposure to Microsoft 365, Cloud, Infrastructure or Digital Workplace programmes Experience working within Agile, Waterfall or hybrid delivery environments Excellent leadership and communication skills Please note: sponsorship is not available for this role. To apply or find out more, contact Phoebe Rees via the VIQU website or LinkedIn.
A fantastic opportunity has been created for a Procurement Manager to join a market leading and award winning media development and entertainment business based in Cambridgeshire. The role will operate on a hybrid basis with a strict 3 days in the office with a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate. As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for of the Procurement function, working closely with the team to ensure smooth running of the day-to day operations, and optimise spending across the business. Due to the nature of the company the Procurement function primarily focuses on Indirect spend, such as, IT Hardware and Software, Licences, Publishing activity and Facilities related services, however, assistance is often required with some Direct spend. The Procurement Manager will play a key part in ensuring the right goods and services are in place to operate effectively, while delivering value, managing risk, and continuously improving how Procurement supports the organisation. You will lead and develop the Procurement team, work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, and take ownership of high-quality sourcing, contracting and supplier management activity across a broad range of indirect spend categories. Job description of the Procurement Manager Leading, coaching and developing the Procurement team to deliver a trusted, high-performing procurement service. Driving measurable value across indirect spend through savings, cost avoidance and service improvements, while maintaining quality and managing risk. Setting procurement priorities and coordinating activity across the organisation in partnership with senior stakeholders, continuously improving the Procurement function. Leading supplier selection and onboarding, ensuring appropriate due diligence, approvals and documentation, and appropriate, competitive suppliers are engaged and set up effectively. Managing competitive sourcing activities (RFx), from requirements definition through to evaluation and award recommendation to achieve the best commercial outcomes. Owning procurement governance and controls, ensuring compliant, efficient end-to-end processes with a clear audit trail. Partnering with budget holders and stakeholders to shape requirements early and provide commercial guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle. Leading and overseeing high-value contract renewals and negotiations, including commercial terms, key risk clauses and SLAs, working closely with Legal where required. Supporting complex licensing renewals and high-value publishing-related activity. Producing clear, insightful procurement reporting for senior leadership. Skills & experience required of the Procurement Manager Proven experience in a similar role leading successful procurement function, including managing a team. Broad procurement experience with a strong background with indirect procurement across a range of spend categories. CIPS qualifications Excellent negotiation skills, with the confidence to challenge costs and assumptions when required. A positive, solution-focused approach and the ability to balance stakeholder needs with commercial rigour. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. What the Procurement Manager role offers The Procurement Manager position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. This role would suit someone with experience as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Manager.
May 18, 2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has been created for a Procurement Manager to join a market leading and award winning media development and entertainment business based in Cambridgeshire. The role will operate on a hybrid basis with a strict 3 days in the office with a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate. As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for of the Procurement function, working closely with the team to ensure smooth running of the day-to day operations, and optimise spending across the business. Due to the nature of the company the Procurement function primarily focuses on Indirect spend, such as, IT Hardware and Software, Licences, Publishing activity and Facilities related services, however, assistance is often required with some Direct spend. The Procurement Manager will play a key part in ensuring the right goods and services are in place to operate effectively, while delivering value, managing risk, and continuously improving how Procurement supports the organisation. You will lead and develop the Procurement team, work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, and take ownership of high-quality sourcing, contracting and supplier management activity across a broad range of indirect spend categories. Job description of the Procurement Manager Leading, coaching and developing the Procurement team to deliver a trusted, high-performing procurement service. Driving measurable value across indirect spend through savings, cost avoidance and service improvements, while maintaining quality and managing risk. Setting procurement priorities and coordinating activity across the organisation in partnership with senior stakeholders, continuously improving the Procurement function. Leading supplier selection and onboarding, ensuring appropriate due diligence, approvals and documentation, and appropriate, competitive suppliers are engaged and set up effectively. Managing competitive sourcing activities (RFx), from requirements definition through to evaluation and award recommendation to achieve the best commercial outcomes. Owning procurement governance and controls, ensuring compliant, efficient end-to-end processes with a clear audit trail. Partnering with budget holders and stakeholders to shape requirements early and provide commercial guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle. Leading and overseeing high-value contract renewals and negotiations, including commercial terms, key risk clauses and SLAs, working closely with Legal where required. Supporting complex licensing renewals and high-value publishing-related activity. Producing clear, insightful procurement reporting for senior leadership. Skills & experience required of the Procurement Manager Proven experience in a similar role leading successful procurement function, including managing a team. Broad procurement experience with a strong background with indirect procurement across a range of spend categories. CIPS qualifications Excellent negotiation skills, with the confidence to challenge costs and assumptions when required. A positive, solution-focused approach and the ability to balance stakeholder needs with commercial rigour. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. What the Procurement Manager role offers The Procurement Manager position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. This role would suit someone with experience as a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Manager.
