TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Sitting at the heart of Finance, the Business Analysis team (part of Business Planning and Analysis) is an important one within TJX Europe. The team is responsible for producing the financial analysis and associated business cases for key strategic decisions, as well as providing insightful and high-exposure ad-hoc analysis. Job Summary How can we leverage data to drive smarter financial decisions? What insights can unlock efficiency and profitability in our stores and digital channels? How do we ensure our reporting and analytics deliver real business value? This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with commercial insight. You will support the Data Finance Manager with impactful projects through robust analysis, utilizing multiple data sources and tools, to answer key business questions facing TJX Europe. You'll partner across the organization, supporting projects from functions such as Ecommerce, Merchandising and Marketing, with the opportunity to present insight and recommendations to the finance leadership team and project business partners. Key Responsibilities Work with the Data Finance Manager to support decisions impacting the growth of the TJX Europe business and assess their financial impact Utilize statistical tools and data skills to answer specific business questions and impact decisions through advanced reporting and dashboards using Power BI and SQL Partner with functions across the organization on key projects or strategic questions, providing financial and analytical support towards their goals and priorities Ensure data governance and accuracy, consistency, and compliance across our data tools Communicate insights and recommendations through to Finance Leadership and wider business partners Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience Strong technical skills in SQL and Power BI (essential); familiarity with Snowflake (desirable) Highly analytical with the ability to turn data into actionable insight Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset Comfortable working with complexity and ambiguity Experience in financial analysis and business modelling preferred Experience within a consumer-facing business (Retail/FMCG) advantageous As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
May 17, 2026
Full time
TJX Europe At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-TK Maxx & Homesense, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Sitting at the heart of Finance, the Business Analysis team (part of Business Planning and Analysis) is an important one within TJX Europe. The team is responsible for producing the financial analysis and associated business cases for key strategic decisions, as well as providing insightful and high-exposure ad-hoc analysis. Job Summary How can we leverage data to drive smarter financial decisions? What insights can unlock efficiency and profitability in our stores and digital channels? How do we ensure our reporting and analytics deliver real business value? This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with commercial insight. You will support the Data Finance Manager with impactful projects through robust analysis, utilizing multiple data sources and tools, to answer key business questions facing TJX Europe. You'll partner across the organization, supporting projects from functions such as Ecommerce, Merchandising and Marketing, with the opportunity to present insight and recommendations to the finance leadership team and project business partners. Key Responsibilities Work with the Data Finance Manager to support decisions impacting the growth of the TJX Europe business and assess their financial impact Utilize statistical tools and data skills to answer specific business questions and impact decisions through advanced reporting and dashboards using Power BI and SQL Partner with functions across the organization on key projects or strategic questions, providing financial and analytical support towards their goals and priorities Ensure data governance and accuracy, consistency, and compliance across our data tools Communicate insights and recommendations through to Finance Leadership and wider business partners Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience Strong technical skills in SQL and Power BI (essential); familiarity with Snowflake (desirable) Highly analytical with the ability to turn data into actionable insight Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset Comfortable working with complexity and ambiguity Experience in financial analysis and business modelling preferred Experience within a consumer-facing business (Retail/FMCG) advantageous As proud as we are of our past success, it's our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation. Address: 73 Clarendon Road Location: EUR Home Office Watford GB
The Merchandise Planning Manager is a newly created strategic role responsible for establishing and embedding a best-in-class merchandise planning function. The role is to create a structured, data-led approach to demand forecasting, stock management, ranging, margin optimisation and promotional planning. Working closely with the Purchasing Director, Buying Team and Operations function, the role will introduce commercial discipline, improve visibility of forward demand, reduce stock risk and enhance availability across all key product categories. Duties will be include : Design and implement a merchandise planning framework and governance. Create an independent, data-led demand signal to support buying decisions. Align commercial plans with supply chain capability and inventory strategy. Improve forecast accuracy, stock turn, availability and working capital performance. Support strategic category reviews, promotional events and seasonal planning. Key responsibilities: Merchandise Planning Strategy. Define the structure, processes and outputs of the merchandise planning function. Establish planning cycles (e.g. annual, quarterly, promotional and seasonal). Introduce category planning templates and standardised reporting. Develop stock and intake frameworks aligned to financial and margin (commission) targets. Key skills required: Significant experience (5+ years) in merchandise planning, demand planning or commercial planning within multi-site and multi-channel retail, wholesale or buying group environments. Strong commercial acumen with understanding of margin, stock turn, availability and working capital drivers. Advanced analytical skills with strong Excel capability and experience using planning systems Experience building or reshaping planning processes within a growing organisation. Experience in building, leading and developing teams. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate cross-functionally and at all levels across a business. Experience working with buying and supply chain teams in a multi-category environment. Interested? Apply today with your CV and one of our experienced consultants will be in touch.
May 17, 2026
Full time
The Merchandise Planning Manager is a newly created strategic role responsible for establishing and embedding a best-in-class merchandise planning function. The role is to create a structured, data-led approach to demand forecasting, stock management, ranging, margin optimisation and promotional planning. Working closely with the Purchasing Director, Buying Team and Operations function, the role will introduce commercial discipline, improve visibility of forward demand, reduce stock risk and enhance availability across all key product categories. Duties will be include : Design and implement a merchandise planning framework and governance. Create an independent, data-led demand signal to support buying decisions. Align commercial plans with supply chain capability and inventory strategy. Improve forecast accuracy, stock turn, availability and working capital performance. Support strategic category reviews, promotional events and seasonal planning. Key responsibilities: Merchandise Planning Strategy. Define the structure, processes and outputs of the merchandise planning function. Establish planning cycles (e.g. annual, quarterly, promotional and seasonal). Introduce category planning templates and standardised reporting. Develop stock and intake frameworks aligned to financial and margin (commission) targets. Key skills required: Significant experience (5+ years) in merchandise planning, demand planning or commercial planning within multi-site and multi-channel retail, wholesale or buying group environments. Strong commercial acumen with understanding of margin, stock turn, availability and working capital drivers. Advanced analytical skills with strong Excel capability and experience using planning systems Experience building or reshaping planning processes within a growing organisation. Experience in building, leading and developing teams. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate cross-functionally and at all levels across a business. Experience working with buying and supply chain teams in a multi-category environment. Interested? Apply today with your CV and one of our experienced consultants will be in touch.
A key part of the role will be to ensure we make progress on our key issues, while keeping solutions aligned to organisation and industry standards and with other programs/projects.The solutions architect provides the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks related to supporting the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards. What you'll be doing as a Solution Architect Understand the problem space: delivery of solution architectures and designs through their full lifecycle. Creates architectural designs to guide and contextualise solution development across products, services, projects, and systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information. Create and maintain the architecture models and related reference data in our enterprise repository as part of your normal project tasks. Facilitate the evaluation and selection of solution options, software product standards and services, as well as the design of standard and custom software configurations. Provide solution architecture deliverables, including current and target state architecture, standard definitions, reference models, architecture designs and patterns. Supports product managers in product decisions to maintain, refresh or retire services, or systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information. Use your experience on projects to suggest, and in some cases implement, changes to our modelling environment to better support the needs of our various stakeholders; this may require some software engineering. Base location - Hybrid - Clear Water Court, Reading. Working Hours - 36 hours a week.We are recruiting for 4 x Solution Architect positions What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Being able to lead a project from an architecture perspective, ensuring that all decisions that are architecturally relevant can be taken following the appropriate governance (including peer review) and proactively informing the project plan in that direction. Excellent communication skills with the ability to operate within cross-functional teams. A track record of delivery in both waterfall and agile environments. Practical experience using an architecture framework such as TOGAF or ArchiMate. Educated to degree level or equivalent in a STEM subject. Extra qualities that would be a great fit for our team: Experience using an architecture modelling tool such as BiZZdesign, Sparx, Lean IX, CACI MooD, or Orbus. Exposure to process modelling, for example, in BPMN. Certification in an architecture framework. (e.g. TOGAF or ArchiMate) What's in it for you? Competitive salary of up to £90,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
May 17, 2026
Full time
A key part of the role will be to ensure we make progress on our key issues, while keeping solutions aligned to organisation and industry standards and with other programs/projects.The solutions architect provides the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks related to supporting the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards. What you'll be doing as a Solution Architect Understand the problem space: delivery of solution architectures and designs through their full lifecycle. Creates architectural designs to guide and contextualise solution development across products, services, projects, and systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information. Create and maintain the architecture models and related reference data in our enterprise repository as part of your normal project tasks. Facilitate the evaluation and selection of solution options, software product standards and services, as well as the design of standard and custom software configurations. Provide solution architecture deliverables, including current and target state architecture, standard definitions, reference models, architecture designs and patterns. Supports product managers in product decisions to maintain, refresh or retire services, or systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information. Use your experience on projects to suggest, and in some cases implement, changes to our modelling environment to better support the needs of our various stakeholders; this may require some software engineering. Base location - Hybrid - Clear Water Court, Reading. Working Hours - 36 hours a week.We are recruiting for 4 x Solution Architect positions What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Being able to lead a project from an architecture perspective, ensuring that all decisions that are architecturally relevant can be taken following the appropriate governance (including peer review) and proactively informing the project plan in that direction. Excellent communication skills with the ability to operate within cross-functional teams. A track record of delivery in both waterfall and agile environments. Practical experience using an architecture framework such as TOGAF or ArchiMate. Educated to degree level or equivalent in a STEM subject. Extra qualities that would be a great fit for our team: Experience using an architecture modelling tool such as BiZZdesign, Sparx, Lean IX, CACI MooD, or Orbus. Exposure to process modelling, for example, in BPMN. Certification in an architecture framework. (e.g. TOGAF or ArchiMate) What's in it for you? Competitive salary of up to £90,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support.When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Amtis professional Ltd
Hampton Magna, Warwickshire
Technology Project Manager - Warwickshire, Hybrid weekly on site - £65k-£70k Leading projects from concept to delivery in a hybrid environment where systems, integration, and business operational value are at the forefront. This role offers the opportunity to own end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure projects land on time, on budget, and to specification. About the Role: You will lead technology projects with a strong focus on systems and integration, ensuring new and existing IT systems work seamlessly together providing customers and internal users enhanced capability. Working across hybrid teams, you will be responsible for planning, execution, and governance, balancing scope, schedule, resources, and risk. Your work will directly impact operational efficiency, system reliability, and the success of strategic technology initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects in a hybrid (on-site/remote) environment. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Coordinate resource allocation and capacity planning across internal teams and external vendors to meet project commitments. Oversee system integration activities, ensuring interoperability between applications, platforms, and infrastructure. Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation and contingency plans. Facilitate Agile and Scrum ceremonies, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery across hybrid teams. Manage stakeholder expectations through clear, timely status reporting and communication on progress, risks, and decisions. Track and control project budgets and costs, managing variances and ensuring financial accountability. Direct and coordinate vendor activities, ensuring deliverables meet contractual, technical, and quality requirements. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing technology projects with a significant integration and interoperability component. Strong track record in project planning, scheduling, and critical path management. Demonstrated capability in resource allocation and capacity planning across multiple concurrent projects or workstreams. Solid technical understanding of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure sufficient to challenge and guide technical teams. Hands-on experience applying risk management and mitigation techniques in complex project environments. Practical experience working within Agile and Scrum frameworks, including hybrid delivery models. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse business and technical stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including concise status reporting to senior audiences. Proven experience managing project budgets and applying cost control measures. Desirable Skills: Experience working with third-party vendors. Background in large-scale enterprise environments with complex system landscapes. Familiarity with both Agile and traditional project management approaches and the ability to blend methods pragmatically. Exposure to integration platforms, APIs, middleware. Experience leading distributed or cross-border teams. Qualifications: Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred. Agile or Scrum certification (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, SAFe, PMI-ACP) advantageous. If you are a delivery-focused Technology Project Manager who thrives on complex integrations and hybrid teamwork, this role offers the autonomy and scope to make a measurable impact apply now to explore the opportunity.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Technology Project Manager - Warwickshire, Hybrid weekly on site - £65k-£70k Leading projects from concept to delivery in a hybrid environment where systems, integration, and business operational value are at the forefront. This role offers the opportunity to own end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure projects land on time, on budget, and to specification. About the Role: You will lead technology projects with a strong focus on systems and integration, ensuring new and existing IT systems work seamlessly together providing customers and internal users enhanced capability. Working across hybrid teams, you will be responsible for planning, execution, and governance, balancing scope, schedule, resources, and risk. Your work will directly impact operational efficiency, system reliability, and the success of strategic technology initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of technology projects in a hybrid (on-site/remote) environment. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Coordinate resource allocation and capacity planning across internal teams and external vendors to meet project commitments. Oversee system integration activities, ensuring interoperability between applications, platforms, and infrastructure. Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation and contingency plans. Facilitate Agile and Scrum ceremonies, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery across hybrid teams. Manage stakeholder expectations through clear, timely status reporting and communication on progress, risks, and decisions. Track and control project budgets and costs, managing variances and ensuring financial accountability. Direct and coordinate vendor activities, ensuring deliverables meet contractual, technical, and quality requirements. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing technology projects with a significant integration and interoperability component. Strong track record in project planning, scheduling, and critical path management. Demonstrated capability in resource allocation and capacity planning across multiple concurrent projects or workstreams. Solid technical understanding of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure sufficient to challenge and guide technical teams. Hands-on experience applying risk management and mitigation techniques in complex project environments. Practical experience working within Agile and Scrum frameworks, including hybrid delivery models. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse business and technical stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including concise status reporting to senior audiences. Proven experience managing project budgets and applying cost control measures. Desirable Skills: Experience working with third-party vendors. Background in large-scale enterprise environments with complex system landscapes. Familiarity with both Agile and traditional project management approaches and the ability to blend methods pragmatically. Exposure to integration platforms, APIs, middleware. Experience leading distributed or cross-border teams. Qualifications: Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) preferred. Agile or Scrum certification (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, SAFe, PMI-ACP) advantageous. If you are a delivery-focused Technology Project Manager who thrives on complex integrations and hybrid teamwork, this role offers the autonomy and scope to make a measurable impact apply now to explore the opportunity.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Leicestershire - Hybrid £130,000 + Bonus + Car SF Partners are seeking a commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership within a growing, internationally focused organisation operating in a highly regulated sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a progressive Finance Director looking for their next step within a growing SME Business. This is a key executive role responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring robust governance, and supporting long-term, sustainable growth across UK and global operations. You will work closely with senior leadership, major customers, and external stakeholders to enable informed decision-making and successful programme delivery & bids. Key Responsibilities - Lead the organisation's financial strategy, aligning long-term planning with business growth objectives - Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive performance, profitability, and value creation - Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes - Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and full regulatory compliance - Establish and maintain strong governance, risk management, and control frameworks - Provide clear financial insight, identifying risks, trends, and opportunities - Support major bids, programmes, and investment decisions with robust commercial analysis - Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and regulators - Lead and develop a high-performing finance function - Optimise capital allocation and improve cost efficiency across the organisation About You You are a credible and influential finance leader with the ability to operate at board level and engage confidently with senior stakeholders. Key skills and experience: - Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving capability - Proven experience in financial leadership within a complex or regulated environment - Expertise in financial planning, modelling, and investment appraisal - Strong commercial acumen and understanding of value drivers Additional Requirements - Eligibility for security clearance is essential - Willingness to travel within the UK and international
May 17, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Leicestershire - Hybrid £130,000 + Bonus + Car SF Partners are seeking a commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership within a growing, internationally focused organisation operating in a highly regulated sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a progressive Finance Director looking for their next step within a growing SME Business. This is a key executive role responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring robust governance, and supporting long-term, sustainable growth across UK and global operations. You will work closely with senior leadership, major customers, and external stakeholders to enable informed decision-making and successful programme delivery & bids. Key Responsibilities - Lead the organisation's financial strategy, aligning long-term planning with business growth objectives - Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive performance, profitability, and value creation - Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes - Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and full regulatory compliance - Establish and maintain strong governance, risk management, and control frameworks - Provide clear financial insight, identifying risks, trends, and opportunities - Support major bids, programmes, and investment decisions with robust commercial analysis - Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and regulators - Lead and develop a high-performing finance function - Optimise capital allocation and improve cost efficiency across the organisation About You You are a credible and influential finance leader with the ability to operate at board level and engage confidently with senior stakeholders. Key skills and experience: - Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving capability - Proven experience in financial leadership within a complex or regulated environment - Expertise in financial planning, modelling, and investment appraisal - Strong commercial acumen and understanding of value drivers Additional Requirements - Eligibility for security clearance is essential - Willingness to travel within the UK and international
Senior Operations Manager 550- 580/day (Inside IR35) 8-Month Contract Remote - Occasional travel to London We are representing a prestigious global management consultancy looking for a Senior Operations Manager to join their internal teams and run the ops for their Design Centre of Excellence (CoE). This is an interim requirement supporting maternity cover. You will partner directly with senior leadership to drive operational excellence, embed scalable governance frameworks, and advance a forward-looking transformation agenda across a globally distributed team. You will act as a trusted advisor to the CoE Lead, serving as the connective tissue across regions, functions, and partnerships ensuring alignment, transparency, and momentum on strategic priorities. This is a visible, high-impact role with real influence at the most senior levels of a world-class organisation. We are looking for: A seasoned Operations, Delivery or Transformation professional with relevant experience in a similar senior role A background working in Tech, Digital, Professional Services or I.T. teams Exposure to resource planning, budgets and operational models Exceptional stakeholder management skills Experience working in a globally distributed business It would be a bonus if you had: Experience in large, enterprise organisations Experience working with Digital Designers, UX/UI Designers or Product Designers Management experience of a small team, your team would be based offshore To apply, please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 business days.
May 17, 2026
Contractor
Senior Operations Manager 550- 580/day (Inside IR35) 8-Month Contract Remote - Occasional travel to London We are representing a prestigious global management consultancy looking for a Senior Operations Manager to join their internal teams and run the ops for their Design Centre of Excellence (CoE). This is an interim requirement supporting maternity cover. You will partner directly with senior leadership to drive operational excellence, embed scalable governance frameworks, and advance a forward-looking transformation agenda across a globally distributed team. You will act as a trusted advisor to the CoE Lead, serving as the connective tissue across regions, functions, and partnerships ensuring alignment, transparency, and momentum on strategic priorities. This is a visible, high-impact role with real influence at the most senior levels of a world-class organisation. We are looking for: A seasoned Operations, Delivery or Transformation professional with relevant experience in a similar senior role A background working in Tech, Digital, Professional Services or I.T. teams Exposure to resource planning, budgets and operational models Exceptional stakeholder management skills Experience working in a globally distributed business It would be a bonus if you had: Experience in large, enterprise organisations Experience working with Digital Designers, UX/UI Designers or Product Designers Management experience of a small team, your team would be based offshore To apply, please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 business days.
Interim Head of Finance Location: Maidstone (Hybrid Working) Day Rate: 650 - 750 per day We are supporting a well-established and growing construction business to appoint an Interim Head of Finance during a key period of change and growth. This is a senior leadership role, offering full ownership of the finance function for a regional business unit. You will work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, providing both financial control and commercial insight to support strategic decision-making. The Role Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring strong financial control and governance Oversee month-end, management reporting and balance sheet integrity Deliver robust budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes Own cashflow forecasting and working capital management Provide commercial insight and challenge to operational and commercial teams Support development and investment appraisals Oversee joint venture reporting and partner relationships Lead audit processes and ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements Drive improvements across systems, processes and reporting Lead, mentor and develop the finance team About You Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience operating at Head of Finance / Financial Controller level within construction or a similar project-based environment Strong technical accounting and financial control background Excellent FP&A capability, including budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Experience working with joint ventures and complex reporting structures Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, changing environment If this could be of interest, please get in touch to discuss further.
May 17, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Head of Finance Location: Maidstone (Hybrid Working) Day Rate: 650 - 750 per day We are supporting a well-established and growing construction business to appoint an Interim Head of Finance during a key period of change and growth. This is a senior leadership role, offering full ownership of the finance function for a regional business unit. You will work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, providing both financial control and commercial insight to support strategic decision-making. The Role Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring strong financial control and governance Oversee month-end, management reporting and balance sheet integrity Deliver robust budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes Own cashflow forecasting and working capital management Provide commercial insight and challenge to operational and commercial teams Support development and investment appraisals Oversee joint venture reporting and partner relationships Lead audit processes and ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements Drive improvements across systems, processes and reporting Lead, mentor and develop the finance team About You Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience operating at Head of Finance / Financial Controller level within construction or a similar project-based environment Strong technical accounting and financial control background Excellent FP&A capability, including budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Experience working with joint ventures and complex reporting structures Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior level Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, changing environment If this could be of interest, please get in touch to discuss further.
Interim Director of Legal Salary: 950- 1100 per day - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract (22 hours/week) Southeast Local Authority Fully Remote Key Responsibilities Act as, or support, the Monitoring Officer, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and governance requirements. Provide strategic legal advice on local government law, public law, and constitutional matters. Lead and develop the legal team, driving performance, improvement, and strategic change. Ensure robust decision-making processes and mitigate legal and reputational risk. About You Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales (registered with SRA, CILEx or BSB). Extensive post-qualification experience as a senior legal professional within local government or a comparable public sector environment. Strong knowledge of local government law, governance, and constitutional frameworks. Demonstrable leadership experience, including managing teams and delivering organisational change. If you're interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the details below: (phone number removed) Our legal specialist, Max, has extensive experience across all areas of the legal market and recruits for positions at every level - from legal assistants and paralegals through to Directors of Legal and Monitoring Officers. If this particular role isn't quite right for you, but you'd like to explore other opportunities, please get in touch using the contact details above for a confidential discussion about the market. We are also proud to offer a market-leading referral scheme, with rewards of up to 300. If you know someone who might be a great fit for this or another legal role, simply ask them to send their CV to Max - and don't forget to include your own details so we can ensure you receive your referral bonus if they are successful.
May 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Director of Legal Salary: 950- 1100 per day - Negotiable DOE Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract (22 hours/week) Southeast Local Authority Fully Remote Key Responsibilities Act as, or support, the Monitoring Officer, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and governance requirements. Provide strategic legal advice on local government law, public law, and constitutional matters. Lead and develop the legal team, driving performance, improvement, and strategic change. Ensure robust decision-making processes and mitigate legal and reputational risk. About You Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales (registered with SRA, CILEx or BSB). Extensive post-qualification experience as a senior legal professional within local government or a comparable public sector environment. Strong knowledge of local government law, governance, and constitutional frameworks. Demonstrable leadership experience, including managing teams and delivering organisational change. If you're interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the details below: (phone number removed) Our legal specialist, Max, has extensive experience across all areas of the legal market and recruits for positions at every level - from legal assistants and paralegals through to Directors of Legal and Monitoring Officers. If this particular role isn't quite right for you, but you'd like to explore other opportunities, please get in touch using the contact details above for a confidential discussion about the market. We are also proud to offer a market-leading referral scheme, with rewards of up to 300. If you know someone who might be a great fit for this or another legal role, simply ask them to send their CV to Max - and don't forget to include your own details so we can ensure you receive your referral bonus if they are successful.
Strategic Bids Architect - multiple roles Home based with occasional travel to their UK offices (Midlands and Hampshire) Salary based on experience +bonus+ car/ car allowance Due to continued success and expansion, I am delighted to say my Global market leading client have asked us to help recruitment for multiple Strategic Bids Architect to support high-value, complex digital, data and AI-enabled bids on a contract basis. This role is perfect for an experienced architect who thrives in pre-sales, solution leadership, and shaping commercially competitive technology propositions. The Opportunity As the senior technical lead across major bids, you'll design and govern advanced digital, data and AI architectures - ensuring they are scalable, deliverable, and positioned to win. You'll work closely with Growth, Service Design, and senior stakeholders to craft innovative, cloud-native, data-driven solutions that demonstrate real measurable outcomes. What You'll Be Doing Solution Leadership Lead end-to-end architecture design for strategic bids (cloud, data, AI, automation). Translate business and outcome requirements into clear, integrated technical blueprints. Define architecture vision across AI/ML platforms, analytics, automation, integration and security. Balance innovation with cost, risk, and delivery feasibility. Bid & Pursuit Engagement Act as the technical design authority across bid cycles. Shape digital transformation narratives with a strong AI-driven edge. Support bid writing, technical orals, workshops, and client deep-dives. Digital, Data & AI Governance Align all architectural elements with enterprise standards and responsible AI frameworks. Maintain traceability between outcomes, capabilities, architecture and cost models. Support risk and assurance around data, AI, integration, scalability and security. Commercial Support Work with commercial teams to model cost structures and justify ROI. Provide input into outcome-based, consumption-based, and fixed-price bid modelling. Ensure solutions are compelling, competitive, and architecturally sound. Transition Support Support handover into mobilisation teams post-award, ensuring architecture continuity. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience designing large-scale digital transformation solutions. Deep knowledge of AI/ML , data platforms, analytics, automation and cloud architectures. Strong experience with AWS/Azure , APIs, microservices, integration and event-driven systems. Proven track record leading solution design for major bids . Ability to communicate with CXO-level stakeholders . Familiarity with TOGAF, ITIL, Agile, Responsible AI frameworks , and architecture modelling tools. Ready to take the lead on game-changing bids ? Apply now and help shape the next generation of public service and defence solutions. Due to the nature of this role, UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility is essential. This means you must be a British Citizen, EU leave to remain or ILR to apply for this position.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Strategic Bids Architect - multiple roles Home based with occasional travel to their UK offices (Midlands and Hampshire) Salary based on experience +bonus+ car/ car allowance Due to continued success and expansion, I am delighted to say my Global market leading client have asked us to help recruitment for multiple Strategic Bids Architect to support high-value, complex digital, data and AI-enabled bids on a contract basis. This role is perfect for an experienced architect who thrives in pre-sales, solution leadership, and shaping commercially competitive technology propositions. The Opportunity As the senior technical lead across major bids, you'll design and govern advanced digital, data and AI architectures - ensuring they are scalable, deliverable, and positioned to win. You'll work closely with Growth, Service Design, and senior stakeholders to craft innovative, cloud-native, data-driven solutions that demonstrate real measurable outcomes. What You'll Be Doing Solution Leadership Lead end-to-end architecture design for strategic bids (cloud, data, AI, automation). Translate business and outcome requirements into clear, integrated technical blueprints. Define architecture vision across AI/ML platforms, analytics, automation, integration and security. Balance innovation with cost, risk, and delivery feasibility. Bid & Pursuit Engagement Act as the technical design authority across bid cycles. Shape digital transformation narratives with a strong AI-driven edge. Support bid writing, technical orals, workshops, and client deep-dives. Digital, Data & AI Governance Align all architectural elements with enterprise standards and responsible AI frameworks. Maintain traceability between outcomes, capabilities, architecture and cost models. Support risk and assurance around data, AI, integration, scalability and security. Commercial Support Work with commercial teams to model cost structures and justify ROI. Provide input into outcome-based, consumption-based, and fixed-price bid modelling. Ensure solutions are compelling, competitive, and architecturally sound. Transition Support Support handover into mobilisation teams post-award, ensuring architecture continuity. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience designing large-scale digital transformation solutions. Deep knowledge of AI/ML , data platforms, analytics, automation and cloud architectures. Strong experience with AWS/Azure , APIs, microservices, integration and event-driven systems. Proven track record leading solution design for major bids . Ability to communicate with CXO-level stakeholders . Familiarity with TOGAF, ITIL, Agile, Responsible AI frameworks , and architecture modelling tools. Ready to take the lead on game-changing bids ? Apply now and help shape the next generation of public service and defence solutions. Due to the nature of this role, UK Security Clearance (SC) eligibility is essential. This means you must be a British Citizen, EU leave to remain or ILR to apply for this position.
Seymour John Public Services North Ltd
Liverpool, Merseyside
Make a visible difference at an Outstanding specialist NHS Trust The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's only specialist hospital dedicated to neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services. Rated Outstanding by the CQC, we serve a population of 3.5 million across Cheshire and Merseyside, North Wales, the Isle of Man and beyond, delivering world class care, research and innovation in neurosciences. Following a strategic decision to remain an independent Foundation Trust, they are entering a new phase focused on clarity, confidence and delivery. To support this next chapter, they are seeking to appoint two exceptional Non Executive Directors to further strengthen our Board. These are high impact roles offering the opportunity to shape strategy, provide effective challenge and help ensure the long term sustainability and success of a nationally recognised centre of excellence. The opportunities The Trust are recruiting two Non Executive Directors, each bringing one of the following skill sets: 1. Audit Committee Chair You will bring recent, senior financial experience, supported by a recognised professional qualification. You will have the credibility and confidence to chair the Audit Committee, providing assurance on financial stewardship, risk management, internal control and governance, and constructively holding Executive Directors to account in a complex and highly regulated environment. 2. Community, Inequalities and Population Impact Leader You will bring strong evidence from senior leadership or governance roles of making a tangible difference to people's lives, particularly through work in organisations focussed on reducing inequalities, strengthening outcomes for communities, or improving access and inclusion. You will offer insight, challenge and advocacy around population health, fairness and inclusion, helping the Trust respond effectively to the diverse communities it serves. About the roles As a Non Executive Director, you will: Contribute to setting the Trust's strategic direction and values Provide independent scrutiny and constructive challenge on quality, safety, performance and delivery Ensure robust governance, financial probity and risk management Champion equality, diversity and inclusion Act as an ambassador for the Trust with patients, partners and stakeholders You will join a committed, cohesive Board where your contribution will be visible, valued and influential. Who we are looking for The Trust are seeking people with: Board level, governing body or trustee experience in complex organisations Strong judgement, integrity and the confidence to challenge constructively A commitment to public service values and to improving outcomes for patients and communities NHS experience is not required. Applications from candidates with experience in a wide range of sectors and backgrounds are welcomed The Trust are particularly keen to hear from individuals from groups currently under represented at Board level, including people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, those with lived experience of disability, and candidates from a wide range of professional and socio economic backgrounds. Why join The Walton Centre? An Outstanding rated, specialist Trust with national and international reputation The opportunity to shape the future of an independent NHS organisation A Board culture that values openness, collaboration and continuous improvement A role where your contribution will make a genuine difference How to apply Please submit:a CV and covering letter (setting out which role you wish to be considered for and how you meet the criteria) Send applications to Subject line: "Walton Centre NED Appointments application" For an informal discussion, please contact: Jonathan Phillips on
May 17, 2026
Full time
Make a visible difference at an Outstanding specialist NHS Trust The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's only specialist hospital dedicated to neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services. Rated Outstanding by the CQC, we serve a population of 3.5 million across Cheshire and Merseyside, North Wales, the Isle of Man and beyond, delivering world class care, research and innovation in neurosciences. Following a strategic decision to remain an independent Foundation Trust, they are entering a new phase focused on clarity, confidence and delivery. To support this next chapter, they are seeking to appoint two exceptional Non Executive Directors to further strengthen our Board. These are high impact roles offering the opportunity to shape strategy, provide effective challenge and help ensure the long term sustainability and success of a nationally recognised centre of excellence. The opportunities The Trust are recruiting two Non Executive Directors, each bringing one of the following skill sets: 1. Audit Committee Chair You will bring recent, senior financial experience, supported by a recognised professional qualification. You will have the credibility and confidence to chair the Audit Committee, providing assurance on financial stewardship, risk management, internal control and governance, and constructively holding Executive Directors to account in a complex and highly regulated environment. 2. Community, Inequalities and Population Impact Leader You will bring strong evidence from senior leadership or governance roles of making a tangible difference to people's lives, particularly through work in organisations focussed on reducing inequalities, strengthening outcomes for communities, or improving access and inclusion. You will offer insight, challenge and advocacy around population health, fairness and inclusion, helping the Trust respond effectively to the diverse communities it serves. About the roles As a Non Executive Director, you will: Contribute to setting the Trust's strategic direction and values Provide independent scrutiny and constructive challenge on quality, safety, performance and delivery Ensure robust governance, financial probity and risk management Champion equality, diversity and inclusion Act as an ambassador for the Trust with patients, partners and stakeholders You will join a committed, cohesive Board where your contribution will be visible, valued and influential. Who we are looking for The Trust are seeking people with: Board level, governing body or trustee experience in complex organisations Strong judgement, integrity and the confidence to challenge constructively A commitment to public service values and to improving outcomes for patients and communities NHS experience is not required. Applications from candidates with experience in a wide range of sectors and backgrounds are welcomed The Trust are particularly keen to hear from individuals from groups currently under represented at Board level, including people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, those with lived experience of disability, and candidates from a wide range of professional and socio economic backgrounds. Why join The Walton Centre? An Outstanding rated, specialist Trust with national and international reputation The opportunity to shape the future of an independent NHS organisation A Board culture that values openness, collaboration and continuous improvement A role where your contribution will make a genuine difference How to apply Please submit:a CV and covering letter (setting out which role you wish to be considered for and how you meet the criteria) Send applications to Subject line: "Walton Centre NED Appointments application" For an informal discussion, please contact: Jonathan Phillips on
Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer - Hardware & Secure Systems Location: Loudwater Salary: DOE Are you a Systems Engineer who thrives on complexity, security, and real-world impact? As a dedicated recruitment partner at ESCO Maritime, we are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development of secure, hardware-centric systems in a highly regulated environment where precision, resilience, and innovation are critical. This is a role for someone who enjoys owning the full system lifecycle, influencing design decisions, and working at the intersection of hardware, software, and secure architectures. The Role You'll take a lead position in delivering complex systems from concept through to in-service support, with a strong focus on secure design, hardware integration, and systems assurance. Key responsibilities include: End-to-End Lifecycle Ownership - Define and manage system lifecycles from concept to retirement, ensuring robust governance and clear design decisions Requirements Engineering - Capture, analyse, and manage complex, traceable requirements, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams System Architecture & Design - Develop secure, hardware-led architectures with full traceability from requirement to solution Technical Leadership - Lead cross-functional engineering teams (hardware, software, electrical), driving delivery and resolving technical challenges Integration, Verification & Validation - Plan and execute system integration, testing, and formal acceptance in line with stringent standards Interface & Configuration Management - Maintain system integrity across internal and external interfaces Security & Compliance - Ensure systems meet defence-grade security, regulatory, and safety requirements Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with customers and senior stakeholders, influencing decisions and managing evolving requirements Continuous Improvement - Drive best practice across systems engineering processes, tools, and methodologies What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar Strong experience delivering complex systems engineering programmes, ideally with hardware focus Proven expertise in requirements management, traceability, and configuration control Experience across integration, verification, and validation activities Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Experience working in secure or regulated environments High proficiency with data, tools, and systems (e.g. Excel, requirements tools) Desirable: Experience designing or supporting secure systems for defence environments Background in electronics, hardware, or embedded systems Familiarity with MBSE, Jira, Jama Connect or similar tools Experience with ILS, reliability engineering, or technical documentation Knowledge of cyber security, information assurance, or secure architectures Why This Role? Work on mission-critical, secure systems with real-world impact Influence architecture and design decisions at a senior level Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering environment Opportunity to shape best practices and drive innovation PLEASE NOTE Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer - Hardware & Secure Systems Location: Loudwater Salary: DOE Are you a Systems Engineer who thrives on complexity, security, and real-world impact? As a dedicated recruitment partner at ESCO Maritime, we are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development of secure, hardware-centric systems in a highly regulated environment where precision, resilience, and innovation are critical. This is a role for someone who enjoys owning the full system lifecycle, influencing design decisions, and working at the intersection of hardware, software, and secure architectures. The Role You'll take a lead position in delivering complex systems from concept through to in-service support, with a strong focus on secure design, hardware integration, and systems assurance. Key responsibilities include: End-to-End Lifecycle Ownership - Define and manage system lifecycles from concept to retirement, ensuring robust governance and clear design decisions Requirements Engineering - Capture, analyse, and manage complex, traceable requirements, ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams System Architecture & Design - Develop secure, hardware-led architectures with full traceability from requirement to solution Technical Leadership - Lead cross-functional engineering teams (hardware, software, electrical), driving delivery and resolving technical challenges Integration, Verification & Validation - Plan and execute system integration, testing, and formal acceptance in line with stringent standards Interface & Configuration Management - Maintain system integrity across internal and external interfaces Security & Compliance - Ensure systems meet defence-grade security, regulatory, and safety requirements Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with customers and senior stakeholders, influencing decisions and managing evolving requirements Continuous Improvement - Drive best practice across systems engineering processes, tools, and methodologies What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar Strong experience delivering complex systems engineering programmes, ideally with hardware focus Proven expertise in requirements management, traceability, and configuration control Experience across integration, verification, and validation activities Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Experience working in secure or regulated environments High proficiency with data, tools, and systems (e.g. Excel, requirements tools) Desirable: Experience designing or supporting secure systems for defence environments Background in electronics, hardware, or embedded systems Familiarity with MBSE, Jira, Jama Connect or similar tools Experience with ILS, reliability engineering, or technical documentation Knowledge of cyber security, information assurance, or secure architectures Why This Role? Work on mission-critical, secure systems with real-world impact Influence architecture and design decisions at a senior level Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering environment Opportunity to shape best practices and drive innovation PLEASE NOTE Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Job Title: Finance Lead Location: London About the Role As a CBRE Finance Lead you will lead sustainable financial growth by taking ownership of the financial strategy, controls and management information for the Contract / group of contracts. Provide insight and influence to impact performance and maintain competitive advantage alongside financial and contract support leadership and direction. This will involve personal attitude, use of skills and dissemination of knowledge. Use specialist knowledge and experience to provide insight and influence, to impact performance standards. Implement improvements, drive change, raise standards through the direct and indirect management of the team. Act as a business partner to the Alliance Director/AGM to both advise and challenge senior management on contract performance. Build meaningful relationships across multi-stakeholders within CBRE leveraging opportunity to improve contract(s) profile. What You'll Do Financial Reporting Participate in monthly formal Contract and Project reviews. Ensure use of best practice, communication and understanding of key business messages through monthly site visits with focus on underperforming contracts and projects. Prepare accurate Contract reports in line with monthly company timetable including full Profit & Loss account with analysis and commentary, Balance Sheet extracts and reconciliations, detailed Project Profitability reporting, Profit & Loss forecasts and annual plans. Support BU F&CSM in preparing Business Unit reports and commentary. Use PowerBI to provide best in class Management Information to both Client and CBRE management. Provide ad-hoc support and financial analysis as required. Align with BU F&CSM to meet key Business Unit deadlines. Contract and Finance Management Continually review, maintain and improve cash-flow, margins and reporting. Develop targets and benchmarking processes to challenge the financial information. Drive high quality financial / commercial performance through understanding the contractual commitments on all service lines and ensure is aligned and consistent with global contract management practices. Identify and help drive implementation of savings opportunities to ensure Client and CBRE financial savings targets are maximized. Review Client P&L results and challenge. Active management of overheads whilst seeking out areas for efficiencies for savings. Build and develop high level relationships with business and account leaders, customers, BSO, Controllership and external agencies (e.g. auditors). Constantly improve quality, service and efficiency. Communicate regularly with contract financial and contract support staff to ensure they are fully informed of operational objectives and achievements. Identify, analyse and resolve potential business risks, as well as opportunities and solutions to enhance business performance. Finance Processes, Procedures and Reporting Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to consistently throughout the Contract(s). Ensure compliance with all SOX controls and US GAAP accounting. Manage the integrity of data in CBRE ERP systems. Drive efficiency and best practice through the best use of CBRE system generated reports. Continually drive best practice to maximize the efficiency benefits of CBRE ERP's and systems, eliminating all manual processes, journals and reporting. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial systems, identify opportunities to enhance system efficiencies Have thorough knowledge of procedures and processes and lead the delivery of these to the required standard. Manage compliance through the required procedures and processes. Finance Planning Assisting in the preparation of annual Plan for and monitoring the forecast through the year. Assist BU F&CSM in preparing budgeting & forecasting analysis and correlation to actual performance. Challenge the contract(s) when performance trending off track, identifying opportunities and risks to results. Ensure balance sheet and cash flow Plans are prepared. Financial Governance Ensure CBRE and statutory obligations are met for reporting and governance purposes. Responsibility for ensuring the integrity of the Balance Sheet. Ensure quarterly balance sheet reconciliations are carried out and reviewed People Management Recruit, induct, manage, target, motive and develop the team. Carry out structured appraisals and ensure personal development plans are in place and include succession plans. Build, lead and motivate a diverse and effective team. Empower team members to take responsibility and accountability. Supervise and review performance of individuals in the team. Convey messages and ideas clearly and openly. Involve people and influence decisions. Success Measures Success in this role will be measured through defined targets as follows: Achievement of Contract annual financial plan Achievement of Contract KPIs in line with business requirements What You'll Need Hold a Chartered Accountant qualification (or equivalent) 2 years PQE Highly computer literate Ability to combine strategic vision with hands-on, pragmatic delivery. IT Skills to achieve key tasks and give the business a sound reporting base. Superior written and verbal communication skills with strong oral presentation skills Capable of working in a matrix environment Understands the requirements of operating in a cross border multiservice line environment. Worked in a complex multinational with hands on experience of managing teams Track record of achieving results through others. Proven commercial acumen and ability to contribute to decision-making. Management skills to maximise the performance of staff working directly for them and others Ability to shape, lead and influence other senior managers Well developed, effective communication skills enabling the individual to work with Board Members, clients, suppliers, and staff at all levels and of all abilities Self-motivated and ambitious Results/ task orientated, with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent time management and organisational skills Commitment to continuous improvement Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently Committed to customer service delivery Able to make sound decisions when needed and take accountability for outcomes Calm manner, able to work under pressure and with changing demands and priorities Confidential and discrete approach The individual must be willing to undertake travel as the role/business requires Core Competencies Collaborates across the Organisation Build talent & lead teams Drives for results Plans & acts strategically Communicates effectively
May 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Finance Lead Location: London About the Role As a CBRE Finance Lead you will lead sustainable financial growth by taking ownership of the financial strategy, controls and management information for the Contract / group of contracts. Provide insight and influence to impact performance and maintain competitive advantage alongside financial and contract support leadership and direction. This will involve personal attitude, use of skills and dissemination of knowledge. Use specialist knowledge and experience to provide insight and influence, to impact performance standards. Implement improvements, drive change, raise standards through the direct and indirect management of the team. Act as a business partner to the Alliance Director/AGM to both advise and challenge senior management on contract performance. Build meaningful relationships across multi-stakeholders within CBRE leveraging opportunity to improve contract(s) profile. What You'll Do Financial Reporting Participate in monthly formal Contract and Project reviews. Ensure use of best practice, communication and understanding of key business messages through monthly site visits with focus on underperforming contracts and projects. Prepare accurate Contract reports in line with monthly company timetable including full Profit & Loss account with analysis and commentary, Balance Sheet extracts and reconciliations, detailed Project Profitability reporting, Profit & Loss forecasts and annual plans. Support BU F&CSM in preparing Business Unit reports and commentary. Use PowerBI to provide best in class Management Information to both Client and CBRE management. Provide ad-hoc support and financial analysis as required. Align with BU F&CSM to meet key Business Unit deadlines. Contract and Finance Management Continually review, maintain and improve cash-flow, margins and reporting. Develop targets and benchmarking processes to challenge the financial information. Drive high quality financial / commercial performance through understanding the contractual commitments on all service lines and ensure is aligned and consistent with global contract management practices. Identify and help drive implementation of savings opportunities to ensure Client and CBRE financial savings targets are maximized. Review Client P&L results and challenge. Active management of overheads whilst seeking out areas for efficiencies for savings. Build and develop high level relationships with business and account leaders, customers, BSO, Controllership and external agencies (e.g. auditors). Constantly improve quality, service and efficiency. Communicate regularly with contract financial and contract support staff to ensure they are fully informed of operational objectives and achievements. Identify, analyse and resolve potential business risks, as well as opportunities and solutions to enhance business performance. Finance Processes, Procedures and Reporting Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to consistently throughout the Contract(s). Ensure compliance with all SOX controls and US GAAP accounting. Manage the integrity of data in CBRE ERP systems. Drive efficiency and best practice through the best use of CBRE system generated reports. Continually drive best practice to maximize the efficiency benefits of CBRE ERP's and systems, eliminating all manual processes, journals and reporting. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial systems, identify opportunities to enhance system efficiencies Have thorough knowledge of procedures and processes and lead the delivery of these to the required standard. Manage compliance through the required procedures and processes. Finance Planning Assisting in the preparation of annual Plan for and monitoring the forecast through the year. Assist BU F&CSM in preparing budgeting & forecasting analysis and correlation to actual performance. Challenge the contract(s) when performance trending off track, identifying opportunities and risks to results. Ensure balance sheet and cash flow Plans are prepared. Financial Governance Ensure CBRE and statutory obligations are met for reporting and governance purposes. Responsibility for ensuring the integrity of the Balance Sheet. Ensure quarterly balance sheet reconciliations are carried out and reviewed People Management Recruit, induct, manage, target, motive and develop the team. Carry out structured appraisals and ensure personal development plans are in place and include succession plans. Build, lead and motivate a diverse and effective team. Empower team members to take responsibility and accountability. Supervise and review performance of individuals in the team. Convey messages and ideas clearly and openly. Involve people and influence decisions. Success Measures Success in this role will be measured through defined targets as follows: Achievement of Contract annual financial plan Achievement of Contract KPIs in line with business requirements What You'll Need Hold a Chartered Accountant qualification (or equivalent) 2 years PQE Highly computer literate Ability to combine strategic vision with hands-on, pragmatic delivery. IT Skills to achieve key tasks and give the business a sound reporting base. Superior written and verbal communication skills with strong oral presentation skills Capable of working in a matrix environment Understands the requirements of operating in a cross border multiservice line environment. Worked in a complex multinational with hands on experience of managing teams Track record of achieving results through others. Proven commercial acumen and ability to contribute to decision-making. Management skills to maximise the performance of staff working directly for them and others Ability to shape, lead and influence other senior managers Well developed, effective communication skills enabling the individual to work with Board Members, clients, suppliers, and staff at all levels and of all abilities Self-motivated and ambitious Results/ task orientated, with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent time management and organisational skills Commitment to continuous improvement Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently Committed to customer service delivery Able to make sound decisions when needed and take accountability for outcomes Calm manner, able to work under pressure and with changing demands and priorities Confidential and discrete approach The individual must be willing to undertake travel as the role/business requires Core Competencies Collaborates across the Organisation Build talent & lead teams Drives for results Plans & acts strategically Communicates effectively
Product Owner - Operational Resilience 2-3 days p/week in Sheffield 6-month rolling contract Inside IR35 We're seeking a Product Owner to lead Operational Resilience, Innovation, and Scenario Testing workstreams within a large enterprise environment. You will be responsible for prioritising and managing the backlog and roadmap to ensure delivery aligns with operational resilience requirements. Key Responsibilities: Own and prioritise backlog across resilience workstreams Lead delivery of scenario testing and proactive resilience initiatives Align activity to business services, impact tolerances, and risk appetite Engage senior stakeholders across CTO, Risk, and Resilience Drive governance, reporting, and delivery assurance Requirements: Product Owner experience within a large bank (essential) Strong knowledge of Operational Resilience and scenario testing Experience working in regulatory-driven environments Agile delivery experience and strong stakeholder management ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 17, 2026
Contractor
Product Owner - Operational Resilience 2-3 days p/week in Sheffield 6-month rolling contract Inside IR35 We're seeking a Product Owner to lead Operational Resilience, Innovation, and Scenario Testing workstreams within a large enterprise environment. You will be responsible for prioritising and managing the backlog and roadmap to ensure delivery aligns with operational resilience requirements. Key Responsibilities: Own and prioritise backlog across resilience workstreams Lead delivery of scenario testing and proactive resilience initiatives Align activity to business services, impact tolerances, and risk appetite Engage senior stakeholders across CTO, Risk, and Resilience Drive governance, reporting, and delivery assurance Requirements: Product Owner experience within a large bank (essential) Strong knowledge of Operational Resilience and scenario testing Experience working in regulatory-driven environments Agile delivery experience and strong stakeholder management ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Cloud Infrastructure Architect Liverpool (Hybrid) 70,000 - 75,000 If you're a Cloud Architect who enjoys combining hands-on design with strategic influence, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern cloud environment within a growing UK business. This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping cloud strategy, driving infrastructure modernisation, and influencing how technology supports the wider business. The Role You'll take ownership of cloud architecture across the organisation, working closely with engineering, security, and platform teams to deliver robust and future-proof solutions. Key responsibilities include: Designing end-to-end cloud architectures across compute, storage, networking, and identity Leading the development of cloud standards, design patterns, and governance frameworks Driving hybrid and multi-cloud strategies (Azure, AWS, GCP) Supporting migration of on-premise workloads into cloud environments Implementing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) Designing secure cloud environments aligned to Zero Trust principles Collaborating with security teams to embed monitoring, logging, and incident response Optimising cloud performance, cost, and scalability (FinOps principles) Leading on resilience, disaster recovery, and capacity planning Acting as a technical advisor to stakeholders across the business What We're Looking For Strong experience in cloud infrastructure architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Solid background across networking, infrastructure, and system administration Experience designing secure, scalable, enterprise-level cloud environments Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes / AKS / EKS / GKE) Understanding of identity and access management (IAM, Azure AD, RBAC) Experience with cloud cost optimisation and performance tuning Strong stakeholder communication and ability to translate technical concepts Why Join? Opportunity to shape cloud strategy within a growing business High-impact role with strong visibility across technology teams Blend of architecture, hands-on design, and strategic influence Business actively investing in cloud and infrastructure If you're looking for a role where you can design, influence, and deliver modern cloud platforms, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV. BH36095
May 17, 2026
Full time
Cloud Infrastructure Architect Liverpool (Hybrid) 70,000 - 75,000 If you're a Cloud Architect who enjoys combining hands-on design with strategic influence, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern cloud environment within a growing UK business. This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping cloud strategy, driving infrastructure modernisation, and influencing how technology supports the wider business. The Role You'll take ownership of cloud architecture across the organisation, working closely with engineering, security, and platform teams to deliver robust and future-proof solutions. Key responsibilities include: Designing end-to-end cloud architectures across compute, storage, networking, and identity Leading the development of cloud standards, design patterns, and governance frameworks Driving hybrid and multi-cloud strategies (Azure, AWS, GCP) Supporting migration of on-premise workloads into cloud environments Implementing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) Designing secure cloud environments aligned to Zero Trust principles Collaborating with security teams to embed monitoring, logging, and incident response Optimising cloud performance, cost, and scalability (FinOps principles) Leading on resilience, disaster recovery, and capacity planning Acting as a technical advisor to stakeholders across the business What We're Looking For Strong experience in cloud infrastructure architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Solid background across networking, infrastructure, and system administration Experience designing secure, scalable, enterprise-level cloud environments Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes / AKS / EKS / GKE) Understanding of identity and access management (IAM, Azure AD, RBAC) Experience with cloud cost optimisation and performance tuning Strong stakeholder communication and ability to translate technical concepts Why Join? Opportunity to shape cloud strategy within a growing business High-impact role with strong visibility across technology teams Blend of architecture, hands-on design, and strategic influence Business actively investing in cloud and infrastructure If you're looking for a role where you can design, influence, and deliver modern cloud platforms, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV. BH36095
Collections Manager Red Recruitment is looking to recruit a collections manager for our client. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing day-to-day collections activity and startegy across the full lifecycle of arrears and defaulted accounts, including full end-to-end ownership of the litigation process and 3rd party debt collection firms. You will manage cases through to enforcement, ensuring strong performance while delivering fair customer outcomes in line with FCA requirements. The salary is competitive Benefits and Package for a Collections Manager: Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time Contract Type: Permanent Location: Melton Mowbray Generous Holiday Allowance Key Responsibilities of a Collections Manager: Management of Collections and Recoveries Policies and Standards across the business and associated processes ensuring they remain fit for purpose, aligned with acceptable practices and evolving in line with changing regulation. Providing leadership and direction to the Customer Support, Litigation and Recoveries Team. Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities. Deliver continuous improvement to strategy and systems Deliver the required dashboards and MI for consumption by the Executive Committee Work with Third Party Management, and other teams where appropriate, to demonstrate governance and oversight of third parties used to support collections and recoveries activities Oversee a portfolio of accounts, including complex and/or escalated cases Make decisions on repayment plans, settlements, and write-off recommendations Handle vulnerable customer cases in line with forbearance and affordability requirements Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across internal systems Key Skills and Experience of a Collections Manager: Expert knowledge of Collections and Recoveries KPIs, policies, processes and controls. Good understanding of FCA regulations, including arrears, forbearance, and Consumer Duty Experience managing DCAs and/or legal partners Strong case management and decision-making skills Experience of leading and managing a team.Experience instructing solicitors and managing defended claims Knowledge of enforcement methods (e.g. CCJs, attachments, charging orders) If you are interested in this position as a Collections Manager and have the relevant experience required, please apply now! Red Recruitment (Agency)
May 17, 2026
Full time
Collections Manager Red Recruitment is looking to recruit a collections manager for our client. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing day-to-day collections activity and startegy across the full lifecycle of arrears and defaulted accounts, including full end-to-end ownership of the litigation process and 3rd party debt collection firms. You will manage cases through to enforcement, ensuring strong performance while delivering fair customer outcomes in line with FCA requirements. The salary is competitive Benefits and Package for a Collections Manager: Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time Contract Type: Permanent Location: Melton Mowbray Generous Holiday Allowance Key Responsibilities of a Collections Manager: Management of Collections and Recoveries Policies and Standards across the business and associated processes ensuring they remain fit for purpose, aligned with acceptable practices and evolving in line with changing regulation. Providing leadership and direction to the Customer Support, Litigation and Recoveries Team. Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities. Deliver continuous improvement to strategy and systems Deliver the required dashboards and MI for consumption by the Executive Committee Work with Third Party Management, and other teams where appropriate, to demonstrate governance and oversight of third parties used to support collections and recoveries activities Oversee a portfolio of accounts, including complex and/or escalated cases Make decisions on repayment plans, settlements, and write-off recommendations Handle vulnerable customer cases in line with forbearance and affordability requirements Maintain accurate and up-to-date records across internal systems Key Skills and Experience of a Collections Manager: Expert knowledge of Collections and Recoveries KPIs, policies, processes and controls. Good understanding of FCA regulations, including arrears, forbearance, and Consumer Duty Experience managing DCAs and/or legal partners Strong case management and decision-making skills Experience of leading and managing a team.Experience instructing solicitors and managing defended claims Knowledge of enforcement methods (e.g. CCJs, attachments, charging orders) If you are interested in this position as a Collections Manager and have the relevant experience required, please apply now! Red Recruitment (Agency)
Senior Finance Manager - ManufacturingAshford, Kent£Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Healthcare + Generous Pension + Life Assurance + Share save Scheme + Holiday PurchaseVitae Financial Recruitment have been mandated to support this leading FTSE listed business in the search for a Senior Finance Manager (Site Finance Manager) to join their flagship, highly automated 'Smart' manufacturing facility in Ashford. This is a high-profile, site-facing role within a business undergoing significant capital investment, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping operational and financial performance at a site employing over 400 staff.Working in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as a true business partner to the site, providing clear financial insight to support operational and strategic decision making. This role requires a proactive, driven and autonomous individual who can seamlessly integrate into the leadership team, influence non-finance stakeholders and drive performance improvements across the facility.The role forms part of the Supply Chain Finance structure and will oversee day-to-day financial control, reporting and forecasting cycles, while providing in-depth analysis to improve site performance. You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial governance, supporting operational initiatives and delivering meaningful insight to drive cost control, productivity and margin improvement.This varied position spans Financial Control, Performance Reporting, Financial Planning, Costing, Investment Appraisals and Decision Support.Key Responsibilities:- Business partner the Site Leadership Team, including the Factory General Manager and senior operational stakeholders- Oversee site financial control including overheads, labour, volumes, stock and standard cost variances- Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting, forecasts and KPIs to site and divisional leadership- Lead month-end close activities and provide clear variance analysis vs. budget and forecast- Prepare and present site budgets and forecasts, ensuring robustness and operational ownership- Review volume, labour and stock forecasting, highlighting risks and opportunitiesManage product costing activities, including COGS analysis and margin impact assessments- Provide detailed product costing analysis and support evaluation of operational initiatives- Support capital investment decisions through cost-benefit analysis and financial modelling- Drive cost reduction initiatives through proactive challenge and collaboration with operations- Provide ad-hoc analysis, modelling and project support to support strategic decision making- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and audit requirements- Lead and develop on-site finance support (Management Accountant)- Act as an integral member of the Site Leadership Team contributing to overall site performanceWe are looking for the following:- Fully qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA or ACA- Likely background within Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply Chain or similar environment- Strong understanding of standard costing, site finance and operational performance drivers- Proven experience across Financial Control, Reporting, Planning and Analysis- Demonstrable business partnering experience with senior financial and non-financial stakeholders- Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into actionable insight- Experience supporting investment appraisals and operational decision making- Advanced Excel skills are essential and previous SAP (or similar ERP) would be highly desirable- Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentPlease apply using the link or email you CV to AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
May 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Manager - ManufacturingAshford, Kent£Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Healthcare + Generous Pension + Life Assurance + Share save Scheme + Holiday PurchaseVitae Financial Recruitment have been mandated to support this leading FTSE listed business in the search for a Senior Finance Manager (Site Finance Manager) to join their flagship, highly automated 'Smart' manufacturing facility in Ashford. This is a high-profile, site-facing role within a business undergoing significant capital investment, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping operational and financial performance at a site employing over 400 staff.Working in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as a true business partner to the site, providing clear financial insight to support operational and strategic decision making. This role requires a proactive, driven and autonomous individual who can seamlessly integrate into the leadership team, influence non-finance stakeholders and drive performance improvements across the facility.The role forms part of the Supply Chain Finance structure and will oversee day-to-day financial control, reporting and forecasting cycles, while providing in-depth analysis to improve site performance. You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial governance, supporting operational initiatives and delivering meaningful insight to drive cost control, productivity and margin improvement.This varied position spans Financial Control, Performance Reporting, Financial Planning, Costing, Investment Appraisals and Decision Support.Key Responsibilities:- Business partner the Site Leadership Team, including the Factory General Manager and senior operational stakeholders- Oversee site financial control including overheads, labour, volumes, stock and standard cost variances- Deliver weekly and monthly performance reporting, forecasts and KPIs to site and divisional leadership- Lead month-end close activities and provide clear variance analysis vs. budget and forecast- Prepare and present site budgets and forecasts, ensuring robustness and operational ownership- Review volume, labour and stock forecasting, highlighting risks and opportunitiesManage product costing activities, including COGS analysis and margin impact assessments- Provide detailed product costing analysis and support evaluation of operational initiatives- Support capital investment decisions through cost-benefit analysis and financial modelling- Drive cost reduction initiatives through proactive challenge and collaboration with operations- Provide ad-hoc analysis, modelling and project support to support strategic decision making- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and audit requirements- Lead and develop on-site finance support (Management Accountant)- Act as an integral member of the Site Leadership Team contributing to overall site performanceWe are looking for the following:- Fully qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA or ACA- Likely background within Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply Chain or similar environment- Strong understanding of standard costing, site finance and operational performance drivers- Proven experience across Financial Control, Reporting, Planning and Analysis- Demonstrable business partnering experience with senior financial and non-financial stakeholders- Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into actionable insight- Experience supporting investment appraisals and operational decision making- Advanced Excel skills are essential and previous SAP (or similar ERP) would be highly desirable- Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentPlease apply using the link or email you CV to AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham is one of England's most important Christian pilgrimage destinations, welcoming thousands of pilgrims and visitors each year from the UK and overseas. Alongside its devotional life, the Shrine operates a range of activities including accommodation, catering, retail, education, events and visitor services, all supporting its charitable mission. Governed by the Walsingham College Trust Association, the Shrine is now strengthening its operational and financial foundations to ensure long term sustainability while remaining faithful to its spiritual purpose. The creation of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is in response to this context. The COO will act as deputy to the Priest Administrator and provide professional leadership across finance, operations and organisational systems. This is a broad and influential role, combining financial stewardship, commercial oversight and operational leadership, enabling the Priest Administrator to focus on mission, worship and pilgrimage. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the long-term sustainability of a nationally significant spiritual institution. Essential experience includes: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Senior level experience covering finance and operations Knowledge of charity finance, governance and compliance Commercial acumen and experience overseeing trading or income generating activities Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills A collaborative leadership style aligned with Christian ethos and values Preparedness to live within reasonable / practicable travelling distance of Walsingham. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners; Katie McEvoy - Consultant - Berwick Partners E: T: (0)
May 17, 2026
Full time
The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham is one of England's most important Christian pilgrimage destinations, welcoming thousands of pilgrims and visitors each year from the UK and overseas. Alongside its devotional life, the Shrine operates a range of activities including accommodation, catering, retail, education, events and visitor services, all supporting its charitable mission. Governed by the Walsingham College Trust Association, the Shrine is now strengthening its operational and financial foundations to ensure long term sustainability while remaining faithful to its spiritual purpose. The creation of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is in response to this context. The COO will act as deputy to the Priest Administrator and provide professional leadership across finance, operations and organisational systems. This is a broad and influential role, combining financial stewardship, commercial oversight and operational leadership, enabling the Priest Administrator to focus on mission, worship and pilgrimage. This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the long-term sustainability of a nationally significant spiritual institution. Essential experience includes: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Senior level experience covering finance and operations Knowledge of charity finance, governance and compliance Commercial acumen and experience overseeing trading or income generating activities Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills A collaborative leadership style aligned with Christian ethos and values Preparedness to live within reasonable / practicable travelling distance of Walsingham. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners; Katie McEvoy - Consultant - Berwick Partners E: T: (0)
Job Description Job Location: Belfast Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Assoc Manager level Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement. As a team Join Accenture and help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Accenture Technology powers our clients to achieve high performance. We combine business and industry insights with innovative technology to drive growth for our clients. We extend our technology and business capabilities through a powerful alliance ecosystem of market leaders and innovators to provide our clients the best specialised skills and tailored solutions. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways. If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. The Opportunity Do you lead with both technical depth and delivery excellence? At Accenture Technology, we're looking for an engineering focused Delivery Lead who combines genuine technical credibility with a track record of leading complex programmes and the curiosity to drive teams forward in an AI enabled world. You'll be embedded in real client engagements across our Global Delivery Network - working with some of the world's most ambitious organisations to deliver technology transformation that genuinely matters. You'll bring the confidence to engage in architecture conversations, contribute meaningfully to technical decisions, and inspire engineering teams through a shared understanding of what great delivery looks like. With access to Accenture's unmatched global resources, deep partnerships with the world's leading technology companies, and a culture built on continuous innovation, this is a role for someone who wants to shape the future of engineering delivery - not just manage it. What You'll Do You'll own end to end delivery - accountable for quality, pace, and client confidence from kick off to go live. Here's how that breaks down: Lead Drive delivery of high quality technology transformation programmes, on time and on budget Lead multi functional, geographically distributed engineering teams across the full delivery lifecycle - design, build, test, and deploy Coach and develop your team, creating an environment where AI tooling and modern engineering practices are adopted thoughtfully and with measurable impact Act as a trusted technology delivery partner for clients - bridging the gap between engineering reality and business expectation Plan & Decide Actively contribute to technical decisions - evaluating architectural trade offs, build vs. buy options, and their downstream impact on delivery risk and pace Use AI assisted planning tools to improve estimation accuracy, forecast risks earlier, and drive more data informed sprint and programme decisions Develop and manage end to end delivery plans across Agile, Scaled Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall methodologies Proactively manage Risk, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID) - using AI tooling to surface patterns and predict blockers before they land Lead governance, stakeholder reporting, and budgetary control with clarity and accountability Shape the Future of Engineering Delivery Champion AI enabled delivery practices within your teams - from AI assisted backlog refinement and sprint forecasting to automated status reporting and retrospective insight Stay ahead of where engineering delivery is going - agentic development, AI in the SDLC, DevSecOps, platform engineering - and bring those practices into your programmes Drive a culture of continuous improvement, where teams are empowered to experiment, iterate, and raise the bar on how software is built and shipped Contribute to Accenture's engineering delivery community, sharing what works and influencing practice at scale Qualification Proven track record of successfully leading end to end technology delivery programmes at scale, including budget ownership Strong engineering background - able to actively engage in technical design, architecture, and solution decisions, not just translate between teams Solid experience across Agile (Scrum, Kanban, Scaled Agile/SAFe) and Waterfall delivery methodologies Experienced people leader - able to build, motivate, and develop high performing, cross functional engineering teams Excellent stakeholder management skills - confident engaging senior client and internal leaders on both technical and commercial dimensions Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously Hands on user of AI enabled delivery tooling who actively champions adoption across their teams - able to speak concretely to how it has changed the way you plan, report, and lead AI Enabled Engineering Leadership (Essential at CL8) Practical experience using AI tools to improve delivery outcomes - e.g. AI assisted risk identification, sprint forecasting, reporting automation, or retrospective analysis Ability to coach teams on responsible and effective use of AI in a delivery context, maintaining human judgement and accountability on high stakes decisions Awareness of AI's evolving role in the SDLC - from AI assisted code generation and testing through to agentic workflows and autonomous delivery tooling Understanding of where AI adds genuine value in engineering delivery - and where human oversight remains essential Set Yourself Apart Proven ability to manage complex multi vendor or multi team delivery environments Experience influencing senior stakeholders and navigating organisational complexity Demonstrable knowledge of modern engineering practices - DevSecOps, SRE, platform engineering, modern architecture Relevant Cloud and Delivery certifications (e.g. SAFe, AWS, PMP, Prince2) Strong Technical and Emotional Quotient - able to hold both the engineering depth and the human dimensions of delivery What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days of vacation per year, access to app based fitness classes and discounts on a range of gyms, private medical insurance and three days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role to deliver the first class services we are known for. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Job Description Job Location: Belfast Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Assoc Manager level Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement. As a team Join Accenture and help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. The sheer scale of our capabilities and client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance. Accenture Technology powers our clients to achieve high performance. We combine business and industry insights with innovative technology to drive growth for our clients. We extend our technology and business capabilities through a powerful alliance ecosystem of market leaders and innovators to provide our clients the best specialised skills and tailored solutions. You'll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways. If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our global team, you'll be working with cutting edge technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job. The Opportunity Do you lead with both technical depth and delivery excellence? At Accenture Technology, we're looking for an engineering focused Delivery Lead who combines genuine technical credibility with a track record of leading complex programmes and the curiosity to drive teams forward in an AI enabled world. You'll be embedded in real client engagements across our Global Delivery Network - working with some of the world's most ambitious organisations to deliver technology transformation that genuinely matters. You'll bring the confidence to engage in architecture conversations, contribute meaningfully to technical decisions, and inspire engineering teams through a shared understanding of what great delivery looks like. With access to Accenture's unmatched global resources, deep partnerships with the world's leading technology companies, and a culture built on continuous innovation, this is a role for someone who wants to shape the future of engineering delivery - not just manage it. What You'll Do You'll own end to end delivery - accountable for quality, pace, and client confidence from kick off to go live. Here's how that breaks down: Lead Drive delivery of high quality technology transformation programmes, on time and on budget Lead multi functional, geographically distributed engineering teams across the full delivery lifecycle - design, build, test, and deploy Coach and develop your team, creating an environment where AI tooling and modern engineering practices are adopted thoughtfully and with measurable impact Act as a trusted technology delivery partner for clients - bridging the gap between engineering reality and business expectation Plan & Decide Actively contribute to technical decisions - evaluating architectural trade offs, build vs. buy options, and their downstream impact on delivery risk and pace Use AI assisted planning tools to improve estimation accuracy, forecast risks earlier, and drive more data informed sprint and programme decisions Develop and manage end to end delivery plans across Agile, Scaled Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall methodologies Proactively manage Risk, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID) - using AI tooling to surface patterns and predict blockers before they land Lead governance, stakeholder reporting, and budgetary control with clarity and accountability Shape the Future of Engineering Delivery Champion AI enabled delivery practices within your teams - from AI assisted backlog refinement and sprint forecasting to automated status reporting and retrospective insight Stay ahead of where engineering delivery is going - agentic development, AI in the SDLC, DevSecOps, platform engineering - and bring those practices into your programmes Drive a culture of continuous improvement, where teams are empowered to experiment, iterate, and raise the bar on how software is built and shipped Contribute to Accenture's engineering delivery community, sharing what works and influencing practice at scale Qualification Proven track record of successfully leading end to end technology delivery programmes at scale, including budget ownership Strong engineering background - able to actively engage in technical design, architecture, and solution decisions, not just translate between teams Solid experience across Agile (Scrum, Kanban, Scaled Agile/SAFe) and Waterfall delivery methodologies Experienced people leader - able to build, motivate, and develop high performing, cross functional engineering teams Excellent stakeholder management skills - confident engaging senior client and internal leaders on both technical and commercial dimensions Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously Hands on user of AI enabled delivery tooling who actively champions adoption across their teams - able to speak concretely to how it has changed the way you plan, report, and lead AI Enabled Engineering Leadership (Essential at CL8) Practical experience using AI tools to improve delivery outcomes - e.g. AI assisted risk identification, sprint forecasting, reporting automation, or retrospective analysis Ability to coach teams on responsible and effective use of AI in a delivery context, maintaining human judgement and accountability on high stakes decisions Awareness of AI's evolving role in the SDLC - from AI assisted code generation and testing through to agentic workflows and autonomous delivery tooling Understanding of where AI adds genuine value in engineering delivery - and where human oversight remains essential Set Yourself Apart Proven ability to manage complex multi vendor or multi team delivery environments Experience influencing senior stakeholders and navigating organisational complexity Demonstrable knowledge of modern engineering practices - DevSecOps, SRE, platform engineering, modern architecture Relevant Cloud and Delivery certifications (e.g. SAFe, AWS, PMP, Prince2) Strong Technical and Emotional Quotient - able to hold both the engineering depth and the human dimensions of delivery What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days of vacation per year, access to app based fitness classes and discounts on a range of gyms, private medical insurance and three days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role to deliver the first class services we are known for. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.
Michael Page Finance
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
The Finance Manager will play a vital role in overseeing financial consolidations, reporting, and compliance within the Life Sciences industry. This position is based in High Wycombe and requires a detail-oriented individual with strong accounting expertise. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the Life Sciences sector. As a mid-sized company, they are focused on delivering innovative solutions and maintaining financial excellence in their field. Description Turn financial data into clear, commercial insight to support senior decision-making Lead planning cycles, including budgets, forecasts and forward-looking analysis Partner closely with non-finance teams to influence performance and outcomes Own month-end analysis and narrative, focusing on drivers rather than mechanics Strengthen controls, governance and reporting as the business continues to grow Contribute to strategic projects, process improvements and ad hoc initiatives Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: ACA-qualified (or equivalent) with post-qualification experience in a broad finance role Comfortable balancing technical finance with commercial thinking and analysis Confident, credible communicator able to engage stakeholders across the business Curious and proactive, with a desire to understand how decisions are really made Adaptable and pragmatic, suited to a fast-moving and evolving environment Ambitious and motivated by progression, ownership and long-term development Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £75,000. A permanent position within the Life Sciences industry. An opportunity to work in High Wycombe with a respected organisation. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Potential for career growth and development.
May 17, 2026
Full time
The Finance Manager will play a vital role in overseeing financial consolidations, reporting, and compliance within the Life Sciences industry. This position is based in High Wycombe and requires a detail-oriented individual with strong accounting expertise. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the Life Sciences sector. As a mid-sized company, they are focused on delivering innovative solutions and maintaining financial excellence in their field. Description Turn financial data into clear, commercial insight to support senior decision-making Lead planning cycles, including budgets, forecasts and forward-looking analysis Partner closely with non-finance teams to influence performance and outcomes Own month-end analysis and narrative, focusing on drivers rather than mechanics Strengthen controls, governance and reporting as the business continues to grow Contribute to strategic projects, process improvements and ad hoc initiatives Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: ACA-qualified (or equivalent) with post-qualification experience in a broad finance role Comfortable balancing technical finance with commercial thinking and analysis Confident, credible communicator able to engage stakeholders across the business Curious and proactive, with a desire to understand how decisions are really made Adaptable and pragmatic, suited to a fast-moving and evolving environment Ambitious and motivated by progression, ownership and long-term development Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £75,000. A permanent position within the Life Sciences industry. An opportunity to work in High Wycombe with a respected organisation. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Potential for career growth and development.
My client is an established business, a business to business sales and distribution organisation, part of a global group. They seek a Senior Finance Manager to to join the business, lead the finance team and act as a business partner to the Management Director. You will lead finance for the UK function and liaise with the international group finance function. The role combines technical knowledge, commercial acumen and leadership skills. This is a permanent role based at the head office in mis-Essex with some flexibility for hybrid working. The salary available is £60-70,000 plus benefits (pension / healthcare.) Key Responsibilities will include: Leading, mentoring, and developing a small finance team and fostering a culture of improvement Taking responsibility for the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts, quarterly and annual Reporting Packs for consolidation Ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the MD to support them in reporting to the Board in pre-determined formats with variance analysis and actionable commentary Assisting the MD in the annual budgeting process along with quarterly forecasts Partnering with sales, marketing, and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights to non-finance stakeholders Reviewing and approving weekly and monthly payment runs. Responsible for the year-end process and principal day-to-day contact with the external auditors /tax advisers and overseeing the annual audit / corporate tax compliance process including review of the statutory accounts / tax computation for multiple entities Delivering detailed financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Driving cost control initiatives and improving overall financial performance Reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency The role requires a candidate who can combine ensuring strong financial governance, produce high quality reporting and supporting commercial growth. The role requires experience from a similar senior finance role, this could be a role that is a step in to management. Candidates can be qualified (ACCA / CIMA /ACA) or qualified by experience, experience of Netsuite would be advantageous.
May 17, 2026
Full time
My client is an established business, a business to business sales and distribution organisation, part of a global group. They seek a Senior Finance Manager to to join the business, lead the finance team and act as a business partner to the Management Director. You will lead finance for the UK function and liaise with the international group finance function. The role combines technical knowledge, commercial acumen and leadership skills. This is a permanent role based at the head office in mis-Essex with some flexibility for hybrid working. The salary available is £60-70,000 plus benefits (pension / healthcare.) Key Responsibilities will include: Leading, mentoring, and developing a small finance team and fostering a culture of improvement Taking responsibility for the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts, quarterly and annual Reporting Packs for consolidation Ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the MD to support them in reporting to the Board in pre-determined formats with variance analysis and actionable commentary Assisting the MD in the annual budgeting process along with quarterly forecasts Partnering with sales, marketing, and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights to non-finance stakeholders Reviewing and approving weekly and monthly payment runs. Responsible for the year-end process and principal day-to-day contact with the external auditors /tax advisers and overseeing the annual audit / corporate tax compliance process including review of the statutory accounts / tax computation for multiple entities Delivering detailed financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Driving cost control initiatives and improving overall financial performance Reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency The role requires a candidate who can combine ensuring strong financial governance, produce high quality reporting and supporting commercial growth. The role requires experience from a similar senior finance role, this could be a role that is a step in to management. Candidates can be qualified (ACCA / CIMA /ACA) or qualified by experience, experience of Netsuite would be advantageous.
