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I'm hiring a Data Scientist for a large, well-known UK business investing heavily in its data, analytics, and AI capability . This is a brilliant opportunity for someone from an advanced analytics background who's started moving into modelling and wants to take the next step into a true data science role - working on real use cases like customer segmentation, forecasting, and personalisation. The company A major UK business with a strong national presence, currently building out its data and analytics function under a new leadership team. There's a big focus on using data to drive customer strategy and commercial performance , particularly with the launch of a new loyalty programme later this year - creating real demand for modelling and insight. Where you fit You'll sit within a growing Data Science & Analytics team , reporting into the Data Science Lead and working closely with the Head of Data & Analytics. This is an early hire in the data science journey, so you'll have: Real ownership Exposure to end-to-end projects The opportunity to help shape how modelling is applied across the business What you'll be doing Build and apply models across key retail use cases such as: Customer segmentation Customer lifetime value modelling Demand forecasting Work with stakeholders to define business problems and translate them into analytical solutions Develop models using Python + SQL Support moving models towards production (with guidance from the team) Contribute to the development of personalisation and loyalty analytics strategies Work across the full lifecycle: problem modelling insight business impact What you bring Must-haves 2-4 years' experience in analytics / data roles Strong SQL Experience using Python (preferred) or R for modelling Experience building models (e.g. regression, segmentation, forecasting) Ability to break down business problems and apply analytical thinking Strong communication skills - able to work with non-technical stakeholders Nice to have Exposure to loyalty programmes Any experience taking models toward deployment Strong academic background in a quantitative subject Why this role Step up into a true data science role from analytics Work on real, high-impact use cases tied to a major loyalty programme launch Join at an early stage of the data science journey Strong mentorship from experienced leaders Opportunity to grow with the team as it scales Working style Based in Knowsley 3 days per week onsite Collaborative, fast-growing team environment Interview process Initial call with Hiring Manager (CV walkthrough) Onsite technical interview with leadership team If you're an analyst who's started building models and wants to properly step into data science, this is a great opportunity to do it in a supportive but impactful environment.

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Service Desk Analyst on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: On an operational level the role will respond to Incidents and Service Requests (including Major Incidents). They will contribute to the resolution of Incidents and Service Requests problems identified and building solutions for the knowledge base. Within the day-to-day service the role will contribute to the delivery of continuous improvement of the process and supporting systems into the Authority. The post holder will be part of a team and will be assisting the Service Desk Lead and Service Delivery in the control and success of the Service Desk function that handles customers' issues or requests with professional attitude. Responsible for the triage and actions on both Incidents and Service Requests received by the Service. The post can greatly influence the direction and success of general day to day operation of the Service. The role will be a system administrator for the Councils corporate IT Service Management tool and assisting with the maintenance of access control of circa 3500 user accounts across the Council's 150+ sites which include libraries, schools, community centres, social services establishments as well as the Council's main central offices. You will be responsible to: Create and perform triage actions to all support calls and tickets from the user community into the IT Service Management tool. Ensuring accurate and necessary information is obtained and appropriate categorisation for incidents and requests is applied and promptly allocates ticket. investigate first stage diagnostic on all tickets, acting on own initiative, within stated guidelines and in conjunction with other members of the team. Apply skills to resolve all assigned incidents before referring to application and/or technical support. Administration of categorised Service Requests (e.g. New Starter, Leaver and transfers) relating to access to Luton's Windows Active Directory structure, primary email systems, ensuring that a full audit trail of changes are maintained within Active Directory and the IT Service Management tools. Follows up reported complex incidents to ensure timely resolution or escalation, and promptly communicate on progress to end-user, requests are fulfilled, and the customer communication is complete. Ensure that incidents and requests are handled in accordance to agreed SLAs. Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base, including technical articles and self-help guides for end-users. Skills and Experience: Demonstrable experience of providing IT Customer support Demonstrable experience working in a busy IT service desk environment; using an ITSM tool to create, update and manage tickets with precision and attention to detail Some experience technical knowledge of enterprise level computing, mobile devices, supported Microsoft operating systems, business software and office productivity tools Able to manage Windows Active Directory and Microsoft exchange (both On-premises and Azure/Exchange, Office 365 solutions) Able to administer Windows AD file system security settings Able to maintain accurate hardcopy and computerised records Able to use Microsoft Office or equivalent applications competently Demonstrable understanding and operational knowledge of ITSM frameworks e.g. ITIL v3 or 4 Demonstrable experiences of ITSM tooling administration Working hours will be on a rota basis between 7am and 7pm Monday to Friday About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Must be a recent Graduate. The Finance Graduate Scheme is a two-year development programme. Day to day, your placement will provide you with the opportunity to learn about multiple aspects of finance and accounting. The role supports two finance business lines: Retail consumer finance, and the funding of motor dealerships. Responsible for the preparation and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts ensuring that they are complete, accurate and valid. Assisting the month end reporting process: posting journal vouchers, reconciliation and analyses of data, etc Processing purchase invoices & processing supplier payment runs Processing employee expense claims Processing of credit card transactions and reconciliation of associated credit card statements Ensures that all internal control procedures are adhered to with specific reference to approval of invoices and associated authorisation limits Ensuring effective and efficient vendor query management and resolution Participate with wider FP&A team to align pricing inputs with the financial results / reporting. To review, manage and track campaign/incentive payments to dealerships. To assist in the review and approval of Pricing Proposals submitted by the Sales Team for dealer packages, taking into account commercial priorities and profitability targets To maintain & update the correct pricing conditions of dealer core packages & national promotional campaigns for Retail and Contract Hire products for dealers and brokers in the POS applications. To prepare a monthly presentation summarising business results for the Pricing & Commercial Committee & present this to senior management. Reporting of the monthly commercial results and analysis of company profitability, as well as tracking business performance against Budgets / Forecasts. To assist Senior Pricing Analyst and FP&A manager with the preparation of the annual budget as well as the commercial Marketing Plan. Over time, will need to gain wider knowledge across the Finance team and should be able to provide cover on specific tasks across the Finance department. Ad hoc duties as required

FP&A Analyst, Up to £75,000, Oxford 2 Days per week We are supporting a client in South-Central Oxford with the recruitment of a Finance Systems & FP&A Analyst - a hybrid role that blends financial planning, systems ownership and data architecture across a growing international business. This position sits at the intersection of FP&A, finance systems and data management. The successful candidate will not only support budgets, forecasts and commercial insight, but also act as the architect and custodian of the underlying data structures, ERP configuration and reporting tools that power financial decision-making.It's an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to influence how finance systems and data evolve as the business scales. Oxford-based - 2 Days Per week on-site Up to £75,000 Key Responsibilities FP&A & Commercial Insight Maintain and enhance the company's core financial model, ensuring accuracy, scalability and alignment with new tools and AI capabilities Standardise planning processes across departments to eliminate silos and improve consistency Lead the technical delivery of annual budgets and rolling forecasts, challenging assumptions where needed Provide deep-dive analysis into business performance, delivering clear insight to senior leadership Systems Architecture, Development & Integrity Act as functional lead for the ERP and connected finance tools, ensuring structures and master data support business complexity Identify inefficiencies and design system-based automation solutions (e.g., automated reconciliations, data triggers) Work with non-finance teams to ensure operational data flows accurately into finance systems Create a "single source of truth" across the organisation Data Engineering & Business Intelligence Develop and automate reporting using tools such as Power BI, Jet Reports or similar Build dashboards to support day-to-day decision-making Ensure all departments understand how data structures map into financial reporting Maintain strong data governance and drive improvements in data quality and storage Qualifications & Experience Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred; part-qualified with strong experience also considered 5+ years in financial analysis or finance systems roles Experience delivering full budget cycles and forecasting in a dynamic environment Strong ERP experience (Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, Sage) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) Comfortable working with non-finance teams to translate operational activity into financial outputs Understanding of relational databases and financial data structures Confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with high autonomy

Role Objective Support the client's Product Rationalisation workstream by analysing and structuring existing insurance products across the European business to create a simplified, system-ready product model for Guidewire PolicyCenter. The role focuses on product structure analysis, product documentation, and alignment with forms and system configuration requirements. Key Responsibilities Product Inventory Creation Identify and catalogue all in-scope European products across classes. Gather product documentation including: Product definitions Coverage structures Rating sheets Underwriting guidelines Policy forms Create a structured product inventory register. Product Structure Analysis Analyse existing products to identify: Duplicate or overlapping products Variations across jurisdictions Coverage structure differences Optional extensions and endorsements Regulatory-driven variations Support the client in distinguishing true product differences from parameter variations. Product Rationalisation Support Assist the client, Product Owner, and client BAs in: Grouping products into product families Defining core products and variants Identifying opportunities for standardisation Reducing unnecessary product proliferation Product Documentation & Artefact Development Develop structured documentation including: Product definition templates Coverage structure diagrams Product comparison matrices Product rationalisation analysis packs Workshop Support Support product rationalisation workshops by: Preparing analysis materials Documenting decisions and action items Maintaining rationalisation trackers Preparing decision summaries for Product Owner review. Alignment with Guidewire Product Model Work with the Guidewire functional architect to ensure product definitions align with: Guidewire product model structures Coverage patterns Rating structures Rules configuration Key Deliverables Product Inventory Register Product Rationalisation Analysis Product Family Mapping Product Definition Templates Workshop Decision Logs Required Experience 10+ years experience as a Business Analyst in London Market insurance Experience analysing insurance products or product documentation Strong analytical and documentation skills Experience working with underwriting or product development teams Desired Skills Exposure to Guidewire implementations Specialty insurance product understanding Ability to analyse complex product variations Strong Excel and data structuring capability Workshop support and stakeholder coordination skills Key Responsibilities Facilitate workshops with underwriters, underwriting assistants, operations teams, product owners, and SMEs across London Market specialty lines Define end-to-end underwriting and policy administration journeys including: Submission intake Quote Referral Bind Endorsements / MTAs Renewals Cancellation Reinstatement Mid-term servicing Broker interactions Document production Bordereaux / delegated authority touchpoints Produce: L1/L2/L3 process maps User journeys Swimlane workflows Pain point analysis Functional requirements Epics/features/user stories Required Experience 10+ years as a Business Analyst within London Market insurance Strong understanding of specialty/commercial insurance operations Experience documenting underwriting and policy servicing processes to L2/L3 detail Previous involvement in PAS transformations or Guidewire programmes Understanding of Lloyd's and company market operating models Working Model 2-3 days per week onsite in London Remaining days remote

Accountants Data Analyst Location: Kidderminster Salary: £28,000.00 per annum Vacancy Type: Six month fixed term contract At GreensafeIT, we are an IT recycler and supplier of IT services, having overseen more than 3 million devices throughout the IT lifecycle. As a result, we are perfectly placed to provide our customers with expert guidance and advice across this complex and fast-moving market. We provide a comprehensive range of IT lifecycle services including IT spares and nationwide logistics, datacentre and office relocations, device configuration and builds, bonded stock solutions, on-site engineering support, project management services This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working with data, analysis, and process improvement, while maintaining exposure to core finance operations. Initially offered as a 6-month assignment, this role will play a key part in supporting the finance function through accurate data management, insightful analysis, and meaningful reporting. Alongside key responsibilities across accounts payable and purchasing, you will have the opportunity to transform financial and procurement data into actionable business insights, helping to improve visibility, strengthen controls, and support informed decision-making across the organisation. This position offers the chance to make a tangible impact from day one, working closely with stakeholders to identify trends, drive efficiencies, and support business performance. Key Responsibilities: Analyse and validate financial data to provide accurate reporting and valuable business insights. Produce regular reports on supplier spend, purchasing activity, costs, trends, and variances. Identify opportunities, trends, and discrepancies within financial data to support business decision-making. Develop dashboards and management reports for finance and operational teams. Support profit, cost, and margin analysis across products and services. Process supplier invoices, maintain financial records, and perform account reconciliations. Manage the purchase order process, ensuring accurate tracking and invoice matching. Monitor supplier performance and purchasing trends, identifying opportunities for cost savings. Assist with month-end reporting, audits, and compliance activities. Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver data-driven financial insights and continuous improvement initiatives. Competencies & Behaviours: Good understanding of financial processes and accounting principles. Strong Excel skills, including data analysis, lookups, and pivot tables, with experience using accounting software such as Sage 50. Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confident communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to work independently, use initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team. Key Attributes Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Commercially aware and focused on delivering value to the business. Proactive, adaptable, and keen to identify opportunities for improvement. Takes ownership of tasks and follows them through to completion. Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage competing demands. Benefits: Staff discount online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for GreenSafe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.

Graduate Finance Assistant (Sales Ledger) Location: Nottinghamshire Salary: Competitive + Benefits Launch Your Finance Career With Us Are you a recent Finance, Accounting, Business or Economics graduate looking to start your career in a fast-paced finance environment? We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Finance Assistant to join our growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across sales ledger, financial reporting, credit control support and month-end processes, while working alongside experienced finance professionals who will help you develop your skills and career. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with numbers, has strong attention to detail, and is looking to build a long-term career within finance and accounting. What You'll Be Doing Processing customer invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently. Reconciling sales ledger transactions and resolving any discrepancies. Supporting the credit control function by maintaining accurate financial records. Assisting with monthly reconciliations and financial reporting. Supporting month-end processes and management accounting activities. Investigating and resolving customer and internal finance queries. Working with finance systems including Oracle Netsuite and Excel. Assisting with audit preparation and compliance activities. Supporting the Finance Director and wider finance team with ad-hoc projects and analysis. What We're Looking For Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a related discipline. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong communication and organisational skills. A proactive attitude and willingness to learn. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines. Previous finance, administration, placement year or part-time office experience would be advantageous but is not essential. What You'll Gain Exposure to a busy commercial finance function. Hands-on experience with financial systems and reporting. Mentoring and support from experienced finance professionals. A clear pathway for career progression within finance. Valuable experience that will accelerate your development into roles such as Assistant Accountant, Management Accountant or Finance Analyst. Personal Qualities Curious and eager to learn. Resilient and adaptable. Strong attention to detail. Positive team player. Organised and dependable. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Deputy Bid Manager We are looking for an experienced Deputy Bid Manager to join our team on a 6-month fixed term basis with the possibility to extend/make permanent. You will be involved in leading bid strategy and managing the end-to-end bid process, including governance, review and sign off with senior management, preparation of client presentations, legal analysis and pricing preparation. We recognise our employees are our greatest asset, and we understand that we could not accomplish what we do every day without our valued team. We offer an annual salary of between £42,000 and £46,000 dependent on experience, 1% benefit allowance, pension, 36 days annual leave including bank holidays - rising to 38 days after 3 years of service, life assurance, salary sacrifice schemes and more. Location: Bristol or South West is preferable, however candidates in other locations can be considered as this role is predominantly working from home. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday, hybrid working role predominantly home working with some travel required across the UK when required. What will I be doing? Lead Bid Strategy and Bid Production. Assessment of bid documents, drawing out key elements of the tender to inform technical and commercial strategy. Preparation and presentation of PowerPoint Presentations for internal governance processes and external client presentations. Production of Invitation to Tender (ITT) responses, GANTT plans and reports as required by the purchasing organisation. Manage review of contractual risk through contract review with allocated legal resource including presentation of overall commercial and contractual risk position Manage production of pricing in co-ordination with the Commercial Director and Strategic and Financial Analyst. Engagement with external companies and suppliers as required by the solution Maintain various internal records and produce reports as required from time to time by the Commercial Director. Organise, co-ordinate and attend meetings as required within each bid s process. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday, hybrid working role predominantly home working with some travel required across the UK when required. What are the requirements? 3+ years experience in a bid department, ideally managing end-to-end bid process. A proven track record of different tendering routes including use of OJEU processes, UK Utilities Contract Regulations and government frameworks would be an advantage. Qualified to degree level. Skills required to do this role: The ability to prioritise effectively and work to strict deadlines. Ability to understand contractual language and broadly assess contractual terms Advanced IT skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Packages (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and database management. An understanding of project scheduling and planning. Understanding and working knowledge of cultivating strong relationships with existing and potential customers. Strong time management, planning and organisation skills. Who we are SUEZ is a major player in environmental services. For almost 160 years, SUEZ has supported local communities and industrial companies in the management of essential services such as water, waste, and air quality. As such, SUEZ produces drinking water for 66 million people worldwide, recovers 2 million tons of secondary raw materials per year, and generates 3.1 TWh of renewable energy from waste. SUEZ Digital Solutions, a SUEZ subsidiary, is committed to improve the environmental and economic performance of water & waste industries by leveraging the expertise of SUEZ Group through data analytics and AI. The 700+ experts of SUEZ Digital Solutions design, develop, deploy smart water and smart waste solutions worldwide.

Executive Reporting & Business Analyst - Supply Chain & Operations Uxbridge, UK Aerospace, Defence & Advanced Manufacturing Transform Complex Business Information into Executive Insight An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a world-renowned British aerospace and engineering organisation operating within a highly complex, precision manufacturing environment. This is a highly visible role supporting senior leadership across Sourcing, Supply Chain and Operations, helping transform large volumes of operational, technical and commercial information into clear, concise, executive-level insight that drives business performance and strategic decision-making. This is not a traditional Business Analyst role. We are seeking an individual who can quickly absorb information from multiple stakeholders, identify key messages, risks and opportunities, analyse complex data and create compelling executive presentations, reporting packs and decision-support materials for senior leadership audiences. If you enjoy solving business problems, producing high-quality management reporting and influencing decisions through clear analysis and presentation, this role offers exceptional exposure and long-term career development. What You'll Be Doing Executive Reporting & Decision Support Create high-quality executive presentations, leadership updates and reporting packs for senior management and leadership meetings Develop visually compelling PowerPoint presentations that transform complex operational and sourcing information into clear business insight Prepare executive summaries, briefing papers and management reports for senior stakeholders Support leadership decision-making through structured analysis, recommendations and actionable insight Business Analysis & Operational Insight Analyse complex sourcing, supply chain and operational data to identify trends, risks and performance opportunities Investigate root causes behind delivery, supplier, quality and cost challenges Support strategic sourcing initiatives and operational improvement programmes Monitor operational performance and provide data-driven recommendations Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with senior leaders across Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing and Quality Attend operational reviews and leadership meetings, capturing key actions, risks and priorities Coordinate information from multiple teams and present it in a structured, executive-ready format Continuous Improvement Improve reporting processes, management information and operational visibility Support the implementation of AI-enabled reporting and analytical workflows Drive improvements in reporting quality, data accuracy and decision-making effectiveness Essential Experience PowerPoint & Executive Reporting A key requirement of this role is the ability to create high-quality executive presentations and leadership reporting packs. You must have demonstrable experience producing: Executive presentations Board or leadership reporting packs PowerPoint slide decks Management reports Executive summaries Steering committee or governance reporting Business Analysis Experience within Business Analysis, Performance Analysis, PMO, Operational Analysis or similar analytical roles Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills Ability to translate complex information into clear, concise business insight Experience supporting senior stakeholders and leadership teams Technical Skills Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, formulas, large datasets) Advanced PowerPoint skills Power BI or similar reporting tools ERP/MRP systems exposure (SAP advantageous) Highly Desirable Experience We would be particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Supply Chain Procurement / Sourcing Manufacturing Operations Engineering Operations Aerospace Defence Automotive Advanced Manufacturing Operational Performance Reporting Continuous Improvement PMO / Strategic Programme Reporting Personal Attributes We're looking for someone who is: Naturally curious and analytical Highly organised and detail orientated Comfortable working with senior stakeholders Able to simplify complexity Strong in written communication and presentation creation Commercially aware and operationally focused Confident challenging assumptions and asking insightful questions Why Join? This role offers significantly greater visibility and influence than a typical Business Analyst position. You will work directly with senior leaders within a globally respected aerospace and engineering business, supporting strategic decisions that impact sourcing, supply chain performance and operational effectiveness. Your analysis, reporting and presentations will directly influence business priorities, investment decisions and operational performance across a highly complex engineering environment. If you have a talent for turning complex information into compelling executive insight and enjoy producing high-quality presentations that influence business decisions, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for further information.

Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear Location - Winchester, Hampshire / Hybrid role Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 plus bonus, medical, life insurance The Opportunity Our client is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Principal Consultant with demonstrable experience in developing Cat A 5-case model Business Cases within UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Government (Navy, Submarine, Army). This role combines a sound knowledge of consultancy delivery with strategic business case leadership, focussing on the strategic case and economic case, optioneering, evidence and approvals. It is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a small, agile, and growing consultancy working at the heart of Defence transformation. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills , strong stakeholder engagement skills and able to build collaborative relationships You will work in a dynamic team with consultants, analysts and senior MOD stakeholders across a range of complex transformation programmes. This role will initially support Defence clients, delivering robust, evidence-based Business Cases that secure investment and enable successful delivery. Skills & Experience required for role of Principal Consultant: We believe skills and experience of the following will enable you to excel in this role: Extensive experience developing MOD Business Cases (SOC, OBC, FBC) for complex programmes, platforms, digital, data, or capability investments. Collaborative working with MOD finance, commercial, and assurance teams. Strong knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, JSP 655 and Defence approvals processes. Proven ability to build compelling strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and management cases supported by robust evidence and analysis. Experience eliciting requirements, defining business processes, and developing target operating models in complex Defence environments. Knowledge of data analysis, benefits realisation, and performance measurement to underpin investment decisions. Requirements management. Capability Management. Experience leading senior client interactions and establishing trusted-advisor relationships on both short- and long-term engagements. Strong delivery leadership skills, including managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a preference for building and working as part of high-performing teams. The ability to engage and enthuse personnel, and provide effective support and challenge, across all areas and at all levels within client organisations. Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC or DV) would be benefical. Qualifications- Degree, MBA or equiv experience , Project Management qualifications e.g. APMP useful. The Principal Consultants role will include: Leading the development of high-value MOD Business Cases, including Strategic Outline Case (SOC), Outline Business Case (OBC), and Full Business Case (FBC), in line with HM Treasury Green Book and MOD approvals processes. Shaping investment strategies, options analysis, affordability models, investment appraisals, benefits cases, and value-for-money arguments to secure senior and investment approval. Working directly with MOD and Defence stakeholders as a lead business analyst and trusted advisor to help stakeholders agree the best option / strategy. Defining and analysing complex business problems, operating models, and capability gaps within Defence environments. Providing leadership, and leading teams across solution architecture and delivery oversight to ensure Business Cases are credible, deliverable, and benefits-led. Contributing to developing the company's business case and analysis capabilities. Developing and managing senior client relationships, including SROs, programme directors, and commercial, finance, and assurance stakeholders. Building and managing relationships with delivery partners and specialist associates. A competitive package will be offered, based on your experience. This is a hybrid role, you will be required to travel to client sites mainly across the Southeast, Southwest, London, occasional trips to other parts of the UK and Scotland.The role is a mix of client sites, office and home working. Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government, Nuclear

CMA recruitment Group is supporting our Christchurch, Hurn Dorset client. Operating within a dynamic and expanding business, this company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a team committed to excellence, they offer an environment that champions professional growth, backed by a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including an excellent pension, bonus schemes, holiday options, and health & wellbeing programmes. This is an exciting opportunity for finance professionals seeking to develop their career in a forward-thinking business with significant future growth plans. This is a newly created role due to growth. Reporting into The Head of Finance, this is an excellent opportunity looking to branch out into the commercial analytical remit of finance where they can grow their business partnering skillset. What will the Finance Analyst role involve? Assisting in monthly reporting cycles, including balance sheet reconciliations and group reporting requirements Contributing to year-end audits and supporting continuous improvements in financial processes Support the management of fixed assets across multiple projects Monitor and track capital expenditure to ensure accurate reporting Maintain financial accuracy and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures Collaborating across operational and finance teams to enhance financial insights and drive efficiency Suitable Candidate for the Finance Analyst vacancy: Ideally studying towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA or qualified by experience or someone who is nearing the end of their AAT studies Experience working with complex data sets and Excel to produce accurate, timely reports Proactive approach with strong communication skills, able to liaise confidently with both finance and operational teams Demonstrates a desire for continuous improvement and professional development Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment, prioritise effectively, and work to deadlines Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Analyst: Hybrid working model supporting flexibility for core hours 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional days Matched pension scheme Opportunities for career progression in a business undergoing transformation Salary dependent on experience 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.

A highly successful Scottish logistics organisation , based near Glasgow, are looking for a Graduate Systems Analyst . We've worked with this company for several years now and have helped a number of their IT team join and heard great things first hand . They are looking for an ambitious graduate with a passion for IT to join their onsite team and assist with the support and maintenance of their core business critical applications . The role itself is a graduate position , so ideally you will have recently finished up at University in an IT related degree and have excelled in your studies to a 2:1 (or better). They will also consider someone with some relevant commercial experience , that is looking for a new challenge at a successful company within their market. However, they are committed to L&D and are more than happy to help you get up to speed (no matter your experience), and hopefully within time help you to upskill into more senior roles . Day-to-day, you will be working as part of the support team where you will carry out mostly 2nd line tasks to support both internal and external stakeholders . This relies heavily on your ability to keep on top of any tickets that come through and resolving issues where possible. They don't expect your skills to be overly advanced, so you will work closely with senior members of the team and escalate tickets as and when needed . You will work closely with their applications and tools, and help to identify, develop and test their logistics systems . It's a really great opportunity for someone who wishes to work closely on the IT operations side of things, and gain exposure to a range of IT business practices . Responsibilities: 2nd Line Support for Logistics Systems. Learn about company business and technical applications and tools. Liase with stakeholders to gather requirements for change. Developer and maintain Unix Shell scripts. Integrate internal and external systems. Produce logistics systems reports for stakeholders and document system changes in adherence to company standards. Key Requirements: IT graduate to a 2:1 level or better. Understanding of Databases (Oracle or SQL). Knowledge of Unix/Linux with some Shell scripting experience. Knowledge of Logistics systems, ideally with some Systems Analysis and Application Support experience. Knowledge of report writing tools like iReports or Jaspersoft Studio. Excellent communication skills, combined with previous experience in a customer facing technical Service Desk environment Full UK Driver's license (occasional visits to other sites) - ESSENTIAL. They are looking for someone who is willing to come in and really commit to upskilling their tech skills and transfer their knowledge from University into an IT position. Training is provided by them ; however, they have highlighted the importance of attitude and willingness to learn over experience . Their offices are based on the outskirts of Glasgow , where they have parking available onsite. This role is a fully onsite position , so you'd be expected at their offices five days per week . In return, they are able to offer a starting salary of 27k , on top of their benefits package. They have a really streamlined interview process for this role, where you'd ideally pop into their offices to meet the team for an informal technical and culture chat to assess suitability, and will receive feedback shortly after - they're also hoping to get someone started in this role ASAP. If you are an ambitious recent tech graduate with a desire to kickstart your career in the industry, please apply or reach out to Matt MacAlpine at Cathcart Technology . Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior/Principal Pricing Analyst Manchester (Hybrid - 2-3 Days per Week in Office) Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Reference: J13135 Our client is investing significantly in the future of its Pricing & Analytics capability, expanding its use of advanced modelling, optimisation techniques, and customer value analytics to support smarter commercial decision-making. As a Senior/Principal Pricing Analyst you will play a key role in shaping pricing strategy across a portfolio of personal lines insurance products. This is an opportunity for an experienced pricing professional who combines deep technical expertise with commercial acumen and leadership capability. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating at both a strategic and hands-on level, leading complex analytical projects, influencing senior stakeholders, and supporting the development of more junior team members. The Role Working within a highly visible Pricing & Analytics function, you will lead the development of advanced pricing and optimisation solutions designed to improve profitability, customer outcomes, retention, and long-term value. You will leverage sophisticated modelling techniques to understand customer behaviour, price sensitivity, and demand, translating insight into actionable pricing strategies that deliver measurable commercial impact. Alongside your technical responsibilities, you will provide mentoring and guidance to analysts within the team and help drive best practice across pricing and analytics. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and implementation of pricing and optimisation strategies across personal lines insurance products. Analyse customer behaviour, price elasticity, retention, and demand to identify opportunities for profitable growth. Develop and enhance predictive models using statistical and machine learning techniques. Support the development of customer lifetime value and retention frameworks to improve pricing decisions. Utilise pricing, competitor, and behavioural data to optimise customer outcomes and trading performance. Deliver clear recommendations and insights to senior stakeholders across Pricing, Commercial, Finance, and Data functions. Monitor model performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure pricing approaches remain aligned to regulatory requirements, fair value principles, and business objectives. Mentor and support junior analysts, helping to develop technical capability across the team. Contribute to the strategic direction of the Pricing function and support wider transformation initiatives. About You We are looking for a senior pricing professional who can combine strong analytical capability with stakeholder management and leadership skills. You will have: Significant experience within Personal Lines Insurance Pricing . A strong understanding of pricing strategy, optimisation, customer behaviour, and commercial performance drivers. Experience developing and deploying predictive models within a pricing environment. Strong knowledge of pricing methodologies, statistical techniques, and analytical best practice. Experience working with large and complex datasets to solve commercial challenges. The ability to communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience mentoring, coaching, or managing analysts, with a genuine interest in developing others. Strong stakeholder management skills and experience influencing decision-making at senior levels. A proactive and commercially focused mindset with the ability to balance technical excellence with business outcomes. Technical Skills Experience with several of the following: Python SQL SAS R Snowflake Databricks Power BI Tableau Machine Learning and Predictive Modelling Techniques GLMs, GBMs, Demand and Behavioural Modelling What's on Offer? Opportunity to influence pricing strategy at a senior level. Exposure to high-profile, commercially impactful projects. Significant investment in analytics, technology, and pricing capabilities. A collaborative environment with strong opportunities for career progression. Hybrid working and competitive reward package. Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity to help shape the future of pricing and analytics within a market-leading organisation.

PMO Analyst - AI / Co-pilot / Microsoft Worcestershire 400 - 450 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid - Minimum 2 days onsite Initial 4-month contract Strong extension potential AI Transformation Programme We're supporting a major organisation undergoing an ambitious AI transformation programme and are looking for an adaptable, forward-thinking PMO Analyst to help shape how AI governance and delivery operates at scale. This is not a traditional PMO role. You'll play a key part in a high-profile AI Assistant & Copilot programme, combining core PMO disciplines with the opportunity to help define entirely new governance frameworks for AI adoption, automation, and value tracking. If you're someone who enjoys building structure in evolving environments, rather than simply following legacy PMO processes, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of enterprise AI delivery. What you'll be doing: Managing core PMO activities including RAID logs, governance reporting, delivery tracking, and stakeholder updates Supporting AI governance processes around agent deployment approvals and policy compliance Tracking AI value cases, ROI metrics, adoption, and operational impact Helping create and evolve new PMO methodologies fit for AI-enabled delivery environments Working closely with senior leadership on a programme that will directly influence future AI investment decisions What we're looking for: Strong PMO / Project Support experience within complex change or transformation programmes Comfortable operating in evolving, fast-moving environments Experience improving or establishing PMO processes rather than simply maintaining existing ones Strong stakeholder management and organisational skills Interest in AI, Copilot, automation, or emerging technologies Open mindset and adaptability are essential The opportunity: This is a rare chance to gain hands-on experience within one of the most commercially important areas in enterprise technology right now, measuring, governing, and scaling AI adoption. The programme is already live, executive-backed, and expected to expand significantly following a major review later this year. If you're looking for a contract where you can genuinely help shape the future operating model, rather than just administer it, we'd love to speak with you.

Think Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a highly respected business based in Hemel Hempstead, to find a Billing Data Analyst. This role would suit a highly analytical individual who loves getting into the detail, investigating complex billing issues, and working with large datasets. You'll be involved in managing sophisticated revenue streams and billing structures, making strong Excel skills and a methodical approach essential. Beyond the role itself, the culture here is exceptional. You'll be joining a genuinely supportive team that values collaboration, development, and enjoying what you do. It's the type of environment where people stay, succeed, and enjoy coming into the office. Although they do also offer the option of hybrid working after full training! What you'll be doing Analysing large volumes of billing and customer data Investigating and resolving complex billing queries Identifying discrepancies and tracing issues back to source Validating supplier and customer data Producing accurate billing information across multiple service lines Working closely with teams across the business to solve problems Supporting process improvements and data quality initiatives Managing bulk data changes with a high level of accuracy What we're looking for Strong Excel skills, including lookups, filtering and working with large datasets A highly analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities Exceptional attention to detail Someone who enjoys investigating issues and getting to the root cause Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across the business A positive, personable attitude and genuine team-player mentality Ideal background You may have experience within: Billing Finance Administration Accounts Receivable Data Analysis Revenue Operations Commercial Support Finance or Business Analytics Equally, if you're naturally analytical and have strong Excel skills, we'd still love to hear from you. Why apply? Hybrid working once established in the role Employee bonus scheme Friendly and welcoming team environment Strong focus on employee wellbeing Regular social events and team activities Long-term career development opportunities A business with an outstanding culture and excellent staff retention If you're the type of person who enjoys spotting patterns, solving problems and working with data, whilst being part of a genuinely great team, we'd love to hear from you. Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.

The Role Our large manufacturing client are activley seeking a Trainee data analyst to join their Finance Team in Rochdale. This is a permanent, full-time position where you'll work closely with the Management team to provide the business with insightful dashboards, visualisations and reports. Day to Day: Working within the business administration team and finance in a varied role Spot trends, finding ways to make things work better and be more profitable Ask questions, challenge how things are done, and help us keep moving forward. Help fine-tune our commercial tools and ways of working so we're always improving turn data into eye catching pictures and presentations Keep an eye on how projects are performing - spotting both what's working well and where we can do better Dive into the numbers behind manufacturing numbers, sales outputs, cashflow and profits, helping us make smarter, faster decisions Work closely with the Leadership Team on everything from day-to-day tasks to bigger-picture projects Developing Responsibilities: Support the development and implementation of key performance indicators (KPIs) Track key performance indicators and recommend actions to improve profitability Build and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning. Analyse business performance, spot trends, and deliver clear variance explanations. Design and maintain structured databases to support the efficient storage and retrieval of information. Prepare comprehensive reports and dashboards using Power BI to communicate effectively Produce high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior management. Support supplementary board reporting, management meetings, and ad-hoc projects Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial and operational data ensuring clarity and relevance to the commercial objectives. Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency in all financial data. Minimum Level 3 qualifications, accounts and business administration preferred but not essential Strong communication and presentation ability, able to simplify complex data. To be detail-oriented, highly organised, and able to thrive under deadlines. Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills. Experience with MRP/ERP and Power BI tools is preferred but not essential Excel and financial modelling skills. We offer: Opportunity to develop through approved internal or external training programmes Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making A collaborative, supportive culture that values your input 20 days holiday + bank holidays Access to our employee wellbeing platform No evenings or weekends just a healthy work-life balance To view more jobs from Bamford Contract Services, Find us on Facebook bamfordcs or follow us on Twitter bamfordcs.

Pricing Analyst Manchester (M24) Hybrid Working Up to 50,000 Are you a commercially minded analyst looking for a role where your work directly influences business decisions and growth? We're looking for a Pricing Analyst to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business where you'll work closely with senior leadership, take ownership from day one, and play a key role in shaping the future of the pricing function. This is not a traditional corporate analyst position. You'll be joining a lean, ambitious team where initiative, commercial awareness, and problem-solving are valued just as highly as technical skills. The Opportunity As Pricing Analyst, you'll help drive pricing strategy, identify commercial opportunities, improve reporting and processes, and provide insight that supports business growth. You'll have significant exposure to leadership and the opportunity to make a visible impact across the organisation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a dynamic environment, and wants to progress quickly into a leadership position within pricing. Key Responsibilities Conduct pricing, conversion, and margin analysis Identify pricing anomalies, leakage, and commercial opportunities Develop reports, models, and analytical tools to support decision-making Work with complex and sometimes unstructured data sets Build and improve reporting processes and data structures Generate actionable insights that support commercial growth Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders and leadership Take ownership of projects and proactively recommend improvements What We're Looking For Minimum 2-3 years' experience within Pricing, Commercial Analytics, Data Analytics, or a similar analytical role Strong Excel skills Practical SQL experience Exposure to Python and willingness to use it regularly Commercially aware with strong business acumen Comfortable working independently and taking ownership Experience working with imperfect, incomplete, or unstructured data Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ambitious, proactive, and eager to make an impact Desirable Backgrounds We welcome applications from candidates with experience in: Pricing Analytics Commercial Analytics Retail or E-commerce Analytics Automotive, Travel, or Logistics Pricing Scale-up or high-growth businesses Big 4 or Top 10 consulting and analytics teams BI or Data Analytics roles with strong commercial exposure Career Progression This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop into a Pricing Manager and, longer term, Pricing Director position. You'll gain direct exposure to senior leadership and have the chance to help shape the evolution of the pricing function as the business grows. What's on Offer Salary up to 50,000 Hybrid working arrangement High visibility and direct access to senior leadership Significant ownership and autonomy Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Clear progression opportunities The chance to influence commercial strategy and business performance If you're looking for a role where you'll do more than simply analyse data and reports and want to play a meaningful part in driving business growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Example Recruitment are currently looking for Commercial Analysts to help support a national property maintenance company. You ll play a key part in maximising revenue, protecting margin, and ensuring all completed works are accurately valued, recorded and compliant. Working closely with operational managers, finance, clients and the supply chain, you ll provide insight, reporting and commercial control that keeps our contracts running efficiently and sustainably. Responsibilities Review completed works to ensure accurate valuation using Schedule of Rates (SOR) and agreed contract mechanisms. Identify opportunities to maximise value and minimise commercial risk across repairs and voids workflows. Review, verify and approve subcontractor claims, ensuring costs are captured accurately and in line with delegated authority. Raise purchase orders, manage cost capture and support financial month-end processes. Prepare commercial and performance reports for management, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities. Support periodic commercial reviews with Commercial Managers, Finance, and operational leads. Maintain and improve commercial processes, documentation and systems to drive efficiency and consistency. Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams on commercial matters, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of queries. About You You re commercially aware with a strong eye for detail, capable of interpreting data, challenging inconsistencies and supporting informed decision-making. You ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing accuracy with deadlines and demonstrating confidence when liaising with multiple stakeholders. Experience working within responsive maintenance, housing repairs or a similar contracting environment. Strong working knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR). Experience producing commercial reports, analysis, or performance summaries. Ability to multitask, prioritise and meet deadlines. Confident decision-maker with sound problem-solving skills. Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail. Competent user of job management systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel). Package Up to 38K depending on experience Company Van + fuel card (business use) Pension scheme and life assurance 23 days holiday + bank holidays Perkbox benefits worth up to £350 per year, including discounts, perks and wellbeing support Simply apply with an updated CV to be considered for the role.

A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. 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 (url removed)

RECfinancial is exclusively partnering with a high growth Leicester based business in the appointment of a Finance Business Partner to the team. The role is based at the firm's impressive office which is commutable distance from all areas of Leicester / Leicestershire, Nottingham, Derby and Coventry / Warwickshire. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this exciting Finance Business Partner role is newly created due to business growth. Responsibilities will include production of monthly accounts, post month end analysis of sales & margins, trend analysis, budgeting and forecasting, analysis and reporting on costs and supporting the wider business with any proactive and reactive analysis requested. The role would suit a candidate who is currently working in a Management Accountant, Finance Analyst or Finance Business Partner type role and is looking to move away from a completely month end based role into something that has a bigger focus on analysis and commercial business partnering. The role will be working across the business and will have exposure to working with non-finance staff. The client is keen to hear from a candidate who has a passion for adding value through financial analysis and business partnering. You will enjoy working with Excel Ideally the client is looking to hire a candidate who is on an upwards career curve and who has the capability to move into a bigger role in the business within 9 to 12 months. Candidates who are qualified in either the CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification will be considered. The business is great to work for - they focus on continuous improvement and growing their employees. The role has a salary range of between £55,000 and £62,000 plus benefits including a bonus.