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Head of IT Location: (multi-site) Type: Permanent Full-time Salary: £50-£60k IT Budget: £1m internal Infrastructure: Predominantly cloud Core Platform: SAP + bespoke portals A market-leading, business - part of a well-established European group - is seeking a credible, commercially-minded Head of IT to lead its UK technology function and shape the path forward on automation, SAP optimisation, and group-level engagement. The Opportunity This is a newly elevated role, created as the business recognises the need for a technology leader with genuine gravitas - someone who can set strategy, challenge suppliers with confidence, and represent the UK IT function credibly within a wider European governance structure.You will inherit a capable team and an established cloud-based infrastructure, and take ownership of an IT function that interacts closely with Group IT in Germany. The business pays for Group IT services and needs a leader who can maximise what it gets in return - influencing global initiatives, navigating governance effectively, and securing a stronger seat at the table.There is no formal technology roadmap yet. You will be expected to build one - rooted in practical guidance from Group, but shaped by your own expertise in systems alignment, productivity, and intelligent automation. Key Responsibilities Lead the UK IT function, managing a small team and an internal budget of approximately £1m Build and own the technology roadmap, with a clear focus on automation, SAP optimisation, and cost reduction through systems alignment Identify and deliver SAP improvements - challenging what the business does today, where costs are incurred, and where productivity gains are possible Engage confidently with third-party software developers, portal and API suppliers, and automation vendors - pushing back where needed Manage the relationship with Group IT in europe - navigating governance, securing approval for UK initiatives, and maximising the value of central services Drive a shift toward leveraging Group IT more fully, reducing duplicated internal effort and realigning headcount accordingly Oversee bespoke development work across portals, APIs, and workflow automations Be visible across multiple UK sites, with regular travel as the role requires About You Proven experience leading an IT function at Head of IT, IT Director, or equivalent level Technically credible - able to hold your own in conversations with developers, architects, and Group-level IT leadership Strong SAP knowledge with experience identifying process improvements and driving system efficiencies Commercially minded - you understand the cost base, challenge suppliers effectively, and can build a business case Experience working within a group or subsidiary structure, ideally with European or international governance Comfortable operating in an environment without a fully-formed roadmap - you can create structure where there is ambiguity A confident communicator who can represent the IT function professionally at all levels, internally and externally Experience with automation programmes and an appetite to push the business forward in this area What's on Offer A senior, highly visible role in a business that is ready to invest in IT leadership. You will have genuine autonomy to shape the agenda, the support of a knowledgeable existing team, and the platform to build a strategy from the ground up. The business is based in Warwickshire, with additional sites requiring regular visits. INDL

Junior Project Manager +Permanent opportunity +Hybrid working 2 days a week on site in Romsey Hampshire + 55k - 65 k +SC cleared role - must be eligible for clearance +Sole British national only due to nature of the project We are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join a growing Defence delivery team, supporting the successful planning and delivery of complex projects and programmes. Reporting to the Head of Delivery, you will work closely with Project Managers and technical teams to coordinate schedules, manage project documentation, track risks and milestones, and support delivery across the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support project planning, scheduling, and delivery activities Track milestones, risks, issues, and project progress Maintain project documentation, reports, and action logs Coordinate meetings, resources, and stakeholder communications Support budget tracking and quality assurance activities Ensure project governance and delivery standards are maintained Requirements Experience supporting projects within defence, engineering, technical, or consultancy environments Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment APM, PRINCE2, PMI qualification (or working towards) desirable Experience in product development or technical delivery environments beneficial This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their Project Management career within a complex and rewarding Defence environment. If you'd like to discuss this Junior Project Manager role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Lead Product Manager role at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Swansea (hybrid working) Reference number - 443283 £69,501 salary + excellent benefits including: Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% - DVLA contributes £20,134 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme 25 days annual leave (increases with service up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays + a privilege day for the King's birthday A range of training courses to specialist skills workshops and opportunities to grow your expertise Flexible working options that encourage a great work-life balance A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues Digital communisations clear career frameworks On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies) On-site nursery, restaurant and coffee bar Free parking Please view the Civil Service Jobs full advert for further details on the role via this URL - Job description Within our ITS directorate, we are recruiting a Product Leader with responsibility for managing and leading a number of products within a product portfolio containing multiple individual products.As a Lead Product Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of digital products, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.The Lead Product Manager role is a critical role in driving the development and maintenance of new and existing DVLA services during an exciting period of development. Key elements of this role: Managing a portfolio of products, providing leadership, direction and escalation, whilst also acting as product manager for the most complex areas Define and articulate a portfolio level product vision, roadmap, and strategy, aligning with organisational goals and government digital transformation objectives. Collaborate with internal business teams, senior leadership and external stakeholders to gather requirements, manage expectations, and ensure alignment. Drive agile and lean product development processes, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards. Ensure operational running of the product, be involved in any ongoing incidents and support the prioritisation of the team in the resolution of the issues and defects vs ongoing change commitments. Setting strategy and managing resource allocation within product to support product development as well as operational management of the product. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with other Lead Product Managers to ensure synergy across the product organisation. Contribute to the DVLA product management capability to build and develop standards and guidance across the capability. Working closely with the Head of Product to provide leadership and direction within the product community. Being involved in hiring Senior Product Managers and managing any related contracts. Budgeting and forecasting across the product portfolio. Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Lead Product Managers manage a complex portfolio of products at the heart of the delivery of DVLA change programmes.You will be responsible for line management, development and coaching of Senior Product managers, providing the escalation route through to the Head of Product and ensuring the consolidated delivery of technical change across multiple squads. You will set the vision and strategy of the technical outcomes, manage dependencies, and identify and manage priorities to ensure the successful delivery of the technical products based on introducing value within the products.You will need to have excellent communication skills and will engage with senior stakeholders at all levels to support the effective delivery of those products and services. You will own the development and continuous improvement of the product portfolio, turning the vision into reality. You will ensure the product vision is delivered in the most effective way, building something that is reusable and transformational. You will be responsible for balancing requirements within change initiatives across multiple programmes, continuous product improvements to ensure the product is maintained to DVLA standards, managing defects, technical debt and other improvements identified.You will work closely with Project and Portfolio Management teams to align any project plans of approved change initiatives with your roadmap for delivery. You will work closely and collaborate with service owners and other stakeholders across directorates to understand the aims, objectives and changes required by the services that will be facilitated and implemented by your product. Your responsibilities will include: Manage people and products at a strategic, technical, and working level Maintain the high-level roadmap at a portfolio level and ensuring all product within the portfolio have coherent road maps Be involved in a range of programme management activities relevant to their product portfolio Be involved in recruiting product managers at all levels and contractors Provide leadership in your portfolio and across the local product community, working closely with the head of product Open Session: Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVLA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on 27th May at 12pm. Contact details for applicants: Name: Victoria Scott DD: T: (Office) E: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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L&D Advisor Tottenham 40,000 Full Time Fully Onsite Not all L&D roles sit quietly behind a screen. This one is front and centre. We're partnering with a growing organisation looking for an engaging, hands-on L&D Advisor to become the visible face of Learning & Development across their Head Office population. This is a role for someone who thrives in the room, not just behind the programme. You'll own the onboarding and induction experience from day one, facilitate workshops, support career development activity and work closely with managers to bring learning to life across the business. You'll be joining a growing function where visibility, presence and relationship-building genuinely matter. What you'll be doing: Delivering engaging onboarding and induction programmes Facilitating workshops, learning sessions and development activity Building strong relationships with managers and employees onsite Coordinating learning activity end to end Supporting career development and progression initiatives Helping shape a positive and consistent learning culture Acting as the go-to onsite L&D presence for Head Office What they're looking for: Someone confident delivering face-to-face learning sessions Experience running structured onboarding or induction programmes Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Organised, credible and operationally strong Comfortable being onsite five days a week in a highly visible role Ambitious to grow with an expanding L&D team This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys delivery, interaction and impact, and wants to be part of building something as the team evolves. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Lower Marsh Market Manager Job Description and Person Specification Term: Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Schedule: Full time, although part time options will be considered Hours: 8am - 4.30pm - some flexible working and evening/weekend shifts may be required Reports to: WeAreWaterloo BID's Chief Executive Lower Marsh Market Ltd is seeking a Market Manager to oversee the strategic and operational management of Lower Marsh Market, a community hub since the 1800s and now an iconic central London destination. Company Description Lower Marsh Market (LMM) is a vibrant and historic street market in London's Waterloo, SE1, operated by Lower Marsh Market Ltd with managerial oversight from WeAreWaterloo, the Business Improvement District (BID) for the neighbourhood. The Market operates Monday - Friday from 11am - 3pm, when a road closure is in place. There are approximately 15-30 traders on any given day on the market; an array of hot food traders selling a diverse range of cuisines, plus a handful of craft traders. There is an exciting opportunity to launch a new Saturday market at Lower Marsh. Lower Marsh Market Ltd has its own Board and budget and invests any operating profit back into the market and its surroundings. WeAreWaterloo BID is governed and funded by the local business community, which includes a wide range of hospitality, cultural, SME and charitable institutions. Powered by a team of passionate individuals, WeAreWaterloo works to improve Waterloo as a place to work, visit and live by rolling out diverse and creative programmes that enhance and protect the environment, celebrate and promote its unique character, and connect those within it. Lower Marsh is a key part of WeAreWaterloo's Placemaking Strategy. Job Description Strategic Development Work with the WeAreWaterloo CEO, team and LMM Board to develop the strategic direction of the Market to generate footfall, spend, reach new audiences and positively impact the street. Work in partnership with the WeAreWaterloo CEO to develop and deliver an annual business plan for the market. Prepare for and lead quarterly LMM Board Meetings, with support from the WeAreWaterloo CEO. Stay abreast of the broader market scene to ensure adherence to best practice and the generation of new ideas. Represent LMM through trade group memberships, i.e NABMA, and explore relevant partnerships. Build a network of relationships with key stakeholders in the area, including relevant officers at Lambeth Council and Lower Marsh businesses. Staff Management The Lower Marsh Market Manager is supported by a Market Operations team who look after the day to day running of the market. Currently the structure sees one Market Operations Supervisor in place, supported by two further operational staff on site. A part time Admin Assistant supports the Lower Marsh Market Manager in the office, both visiting the market often to oversee operations. The LMM Manager will be required to: Oversee line management of the Market Operations Team and Admin Assistant, which includes: General day to day management of contracted and casual/bank staff members Delivery of staff appraisals and training Keeping track of staff hours and annual leave for payroll purposes Creating staff schedules with the Market Supervisor Overseeing the implementation of a daily task schedule which covers activities related to set up, break down and down-time Operations Devise new ways to improve the customer experience at LMM. Work with WeAreWaterloo's Head of Public Realm on the physical environment, working together to improve the look and feel of the street. Prepare for a monthly finance meeting, which is run in conjunction with LMM's bookkeeper, to provide an accurate picture of the forthcoming month's trader bookings. Work with LMM's accountant and WeAreWaterloo's CEO to review management accounts and annual budgets. A robust in-house system (via ) is used to record, communicate and store all trader documents. The Market Manager is responsible for managing this system on a day-to-day basis, with support from the LMM Administrative Assistant. Training will be provided. It is the Market Supervisor's role to set up, break down and store market equipment daily. It is the Market Manager's responsibility to support the team to ensure efficient and safe systems are in place to achieve this, and to make sure that all equipment is well maintained by the team - to meet safety and aesthetic standards. The Lower Marsh Market Manager and Admin Assistant are office based. The Market Operations team operates from a designated storage area. The LMM Manager must support the Supervisor to ensure this space is kept clean, safe and well maintained at all times. Support the Operations team to solve any issues/upkeep associated with the street's infrastructure, including electricity boxes/access points. Work with Lambeth Council to adhere to conditions with the Licence Agreement, meeting with the Licensing team regularly. Work with the LMM team to deliver periodic trader inspections/spot checks to ensure traders remain in compliance with their Terms & Conditions and compliance paperwork. Update and review Trader Agreements to ensure they continue to be fit for purpose. Trader Management Develop a recruitment plan to attract new traders, and oversee all tastings for prospective new traders. Work with the LMM Admin Assistant to track trader attendance, trader payments, requests, pitch plans, and compliance documents via . Liaise with traders to create daily market layouts and ensure proper and timely payments are made. Respond to trader enquiries, with support from the Admin Assistant. Ensure that all submitted compliance documentation meets required standards. Work with the Admin Assistant to streamline the trader recruitment process. Liaise directly with Lambeth Council to address any issues with applications and paperwork from prospective traders. Events and promotion Concept and deliver events to support footfall to Lower Marsh Market, working with the WeAreWaterloo team and often in collaboration with businesses on the street. Work with WeAreWaterloo's marketing team to support and coordinate all events on the street. Work with the WeAreWaterloo marketing team who manage social media channels and content ideas. Oversee the LMM website which is managed by the LMM Administrative Assistant. Person Specification Essential : Experience of managing markets or operating in a similar environment Experience of budget management Experience managing and supporting staff to operate to their full potential Strategic and creative thinker with the ability to forward plan and drive improvements Excellent communicator who can engage a variety of stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure Desirable: Knowledge of working with a local authority Understanding of London's markets Experience facilitating outdoor events Experience working with CRMs or other project management systems Able to work occasional evenings and weekends, with time off in lieu Further job details and how to apply: Tenure: Permanent, full time - part time options will be considered. Benefits: Includes 30 days' paid holiday during the calendar year, plus statutory holiday on all UK public holidays. Place of work: This is an area-based role and you will need to be active and present in Lower Marsh, with some evening and out-of-hours work required occasionally We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, job shares or other well-considered proposals for the role. Application is by CV and covering letter, explaining why you would like the role and feel you would be a good fit for the position. Please send your application to Kate Poulter via the button below The deadline for applications is 5pm on 3rd June 2026. Interviews are planned to take place on 9th June 2026.

Head of Pricing Hybrid Senior Leadership Role Competitive Package An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced pricing and monetisation leader to join a growing technology business undergoing significant commercial and platform transformation. This is a high-impact role responsible for shaping and evolving pricing strategy across a broad portfolio of software, platform and service offerings. Working closely with Product, Finance, Sales and Executive leadership, you will play a key role in driving scalable recurring revenue growth, improving commercial governance and supporting long-term business strategy. Key Responsibilities • Define and lead pricing and monetisation strategy across multiple revenue streams • Develop scalable pricing frameworks, packaging models and commercial structures aligned to customer value and business objectives • Support the transition towards modern recurring revenue and SaaS-aligned commercial models • Build governance processes that improve pricing consistency, commercial visibility and margin performance • Partner closely with Product, Finance and Commercial teams to ensure pricing strategy supports growth and customer retention objectives • Analyse pricing performance, customer behaviour and market trends to identify optimisation opportunities • Deliver pricing insights, reporting and recommendations to senior leadership • Drive improvements in pricing operations, commercial discipline and exception management Experience Required • Proven experience in pricing, monetisation, commercial strategy or revenue optimisation within a SaaS, technology or consulting environment • Strong understanding of recurring revenue models, pricing governance and value-based pricing principles • Experience developing pricing frameworks, packaging approaches and commercial policies • Commercially minded with strong analytical and financial modelling capability • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior business functions • Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on and delivery focused Desirable • Experience within complex B2B technology environments • Exposure to platform transformation, migration programmes or commercial change initiatives • Background in regulated or data-led industries would be advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a business at an important stage of growth and commercial evolution, with significant visibility and influence across the organisation. For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply directly.

SF Partners are working with a fantastic charity in the recruitment of a Finance Business Partner, based in Rugby. Reporting directly to the Head of FP&A, the FBP deliver the tactical objectives for the function. This includes providing high-quality financial insight, analysis and challenge that supports strategic decision-making, effective financial planning and sustainable delivery of the organisation's mission. - Develop and maintain strong partnership working with key stakeholders to understand their service delivery requirements and the key drivers of income and costs. - Work closely with budget holders in Charity and Trading teams to develop financial plans, budgets and financial forecasts (including cashflow), ensuring that these align to the Charity's overall mission and strategy. - Analyse financial performance across income, costs and pofitability of both Charity and Trading entities. - Be proactive in providing financial analysis, advice and challenge to support decision making. - Support the development of financial proposals and business cases across Charity and Trading, ensuring all relevant costs are incorporated. Monitor progress in delivery of these programmes against budget and the release of financial benefits. - Maintain clear, accurate documentation to support financial models, assumptions and processes. - Act as a key point of contact between the wider finance team and Charity and Trading teams, coordinating requests and ensuring relevant information is shared. - Support the wider finance team in development and improvement of financial systems, processes and reporting to meet the organisation's needs.

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: This is an opportunity to shape and lead enterprise wide programme delivery, overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects and programmes that support critical customer and business outcomes. You'll ensure programmes are strategically scoped, effectively governed, and successfully delivered to meet business objectives, budgets, and customer expectations. In this role, you'll establish and lead an integrated enterprise PMO capability, bringing together Programme and Project Managers, Controllers, Schedulers, and wider delivery teams across Marshall Land Systems. You'll develop high performing teams while embedding best practice governance, planning, and delivery disciplines across the organisation. Responsibilities in this role include: Oversee delivery of multiple defence programmes, including project launch, timeline management, resource allocation, risk management, and reporting. Set and drive programme delivery strategy in line with business goals, ensuring alignment with client contracts. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. Governance and evolution of PM processes to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. Manage project teams-recruiting, training, setting objectives, and completing appraisals. Direct programme reviews and report on financial performance, delivery milestones, and quality metrics. Identify and mitigate risks throughout the programme lifecycle. Work closely with other MLS functions to deliver pan-enterprise solutions. Preparation of inputs and follow-up on outputs to support Governance activities. This may include Contract Status / Project Status Reviews, Gate Reviews etc. Leading Integrated Business Planning / Sales & Operations Planning. Champion the use of digital tools, project controls, and data analytics to improve project performance and decision making. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency, risk management, and reporting accuracy. Drive organisational change initiatives to embed project management maturity across the business. Lead, inspire and develop a team of programme/project managers and support staff, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Apply if you have most of the following: Delivering large-scale ( 10- 100m+) programmes and or portfolio of projects in the defence sector, both UK and export. Proven track record leading programme management teams (10+ staff), ideally within MOD, DE&S, or prime contractor environments. Strong understanding of defence procurement processes, regulations, and security requirements. Effective stakeholder management at all levels, including with senior MOD, Armed Forces, and prime contractors. Experienced in resource planning, business case creation, programme controls, and risk management. An understanding of ERP/MRP systems and linkages to PM processes and tools. Identification and proactively shaping responses to customer issues. Working in an Engineering / manufacturing environment. Working within a Project Management Office or equivalent. Background in leading transformation or turnaround of underperforming programmes. Technical skills and experience include: Degree-level education, preferably in engineering, business, or defence studies. Chartered Engineer (CEng), Chartered Project Professional (ChPP), or equivalent professional accreditation. Project / Programme Management certification such as PRINCE2, APM or MSP. Strong ICT skills, including but not limited to MS365 tools such as Word and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Collaboration including identification and delivery of value for stakeholders. Additional Local Needs Hybrid working offered - 3 days on site in Cambridge, UK. Successful candidate will need to be eligible to hold UK SC Clearance . The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.

Architect - Retail & Hospitality Tech Location: Shepherd's Bush (4 days onsite - non-negotiable) Salary: £110,000 + £4,800 car allowance + benefits Leading UK retailer and hospitality client now undergoing a significant business and technology transformation. This is a pivotal hire within a newly evolving architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide strategy during a large-scale cloud and operating model transformation. As Enterprise Architect, you'll operate as a senior individual contributor, working across domains with tech leads and engaging closely with C-suite stakeholders. This is a highly visible, commercially focused role-not hands-on engineering but defining how technology enables the business to grow and compete. Key Responsibilities Define and drive enterprise architecture strategy across a complex, multi-site retail environment Partner with CIO, COO, and senior stakeholders to align technology with business goals Work cross-functionally with domain tech leads to deliver scalable, future-proof solutions Shape supplier strategy and technology investment decisions Support large-scale cloud transformation initiatives (Microsoft ecosystem) Ensure architecture supports customer experience, operational efficiency, and revenue growth What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or Head of Architecture in a retail, hospitality, or multi-site environment Strong commercial acumen-able to understand and articulate business models, cost drivers, and customer behaviour Experience delivering or supporting large-scale cloud migration programmes (ideally Microsoft stack) Ability to operate cross-domain and influence at C-suite level Strong understanding of omnichannel retail and customer engagement strategies Self-starter mentality-comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environment with minimal red tape If you're a commercially minded Architect looking to make a tangible impact in a dynamic environment, this is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely strategic role. Location: Shepherd's Bush (4 days onsite - non-negotiable) Salary: £110,000 + £4,800 car allowance + benefits Leading UK retailer and hospitality client now undergoing a significant business and technology transformation. This is a pivotal hire within a newly evolving architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide strategy during a large-scale cloud and operating model transformation. As Enterprise Architect, you'll operate as a senior individual contributor, working across domains with tech leads and engaging closely with C-suite stakeholders. This is a highly visible, commercially focused role-not hands-on engineering but defining how technology enables the business to grow and compete. Key Responsibilities Define and drive enterprise architecture strategy across a complex, multi-site retail environment Partner with CIO, COO, and senior stakeholders to align technology with business goals Work cross-functionally with domain tech leads to deliver scalable, future-proof solutions Shape supplier strategy and technology investment decisions Support large-scale cloud transformation initiatives (Microsoft ecosystem) Ensure architecture supports customer experience, operational efficiency, and revenue growth What We're Looking For Proven experience as an Enterprise Architect or Head of Architecture in a retail, hospitality, or multi-site environment Strong commercial acumen-able to understand and articulate business models, cost drivers, and customer behaviour Experience delivering or supporting large-scale cloud migration programmes (ideally Microsoft stack) Ability to operate cross-domain and influence at C-suite level Strong understanding of omnichannel retail and customer engagement strategies Self-starter mentality-comfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environment with minimal red tape If you're a commercially minded Architect looking to make a tangible impact in a dynamic environment, this is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely strategic role.

A housing association are looking for a Head of Talent Management, Development and Performance to join a newly established role. The role is based in London and offers hybrid working with the opportunity to start quickly. Client Details Housing Association Based in London with hybrid working Description A Head of Talent Management, Development and Performance to: This is a newly established role to work with other heads of to design and deliver a new strategic direction with a blank canvas Lead a strategic talent, leadership, and performance development agenda to align to the organisations people strategy Lead on initiatives including: leadership development, talent management, succession planning, performance management, early careers Develop and embed talent and performance management frameworks Embed a values based led performance culture Develop pipelines to identify high potential pathways and succession plans to support the future business needs Partner with senior leaders to deliver high impact Strengthen leadership and management capability Strengthen early careers and internal mobility Partner with the Head of Learning and Development to oversee the design and delivery of development programmes to build internal capabilities. Line manage a small team and provide strong development to deliver high quality outcomes Use data to inform and shape decisions Develop and implement a comprehensive talent management strategy aligned with organisational goals. Analyse performance data to identify trends and implement effective solutions. Collaborate with senior management to align talent strategies with business objectives. Manage performance review frameworks to ensure alignment with organisational goals. Provide expert advice on succession planning and career development pathways. Profile A successful Head of Talent Management, Development and Performance should have: Strong talent experience including leadership development, performance management, developing talent frameworks, talent management, succession planning, early careers Previous experience line managing a small team Experience in influencing senior leaders to deliver impact Open to NFP or private sector experience Job Offer Permanent Head of Talent Management, Development and Performance Up to 85,000 per annum dependent on experience London based with hybrid working Opportunity to start quickly

HR Business Partner. to £70,000 This well established but rapidly expanding financial services organisation has an excellent reputation combined with a dynamic, team oriented working environment. As a result of continued growth they are now looking for an HR Business Partner to join their City operation, working alongside the Head of HR. Duties: Assist in development and ownership of implementation a HR & Culture strategy across business areas ensuring that business priorities are addressed in line with the Group strategy. Oversee the advice, guidance and support of line managers across business areas on the application of key HR policies including performance, disciplinary, sickness, grievance, appraisal, recruitment and selection and change management ensuring that legislation, policy and best practice are adhered to. Develop and lead a recruitment strategy for business areas ensuring that best practice is followed and company values are adhered to and the recruitment process is supported accordingly. Ensure that external best practice is implemented within the Group. Deliver excellent problem-solving skills in understanding the implications of various issues and situations in delivering credible solutions. Drive the use of workforce information to identify trends in performance and behaviour, including turnover, absenteeism, vacancy rates while raising line manager awareness. Proactively identify priorities and key issues, also able to pre-empt problems and resolve issues effectively. Understand wider operational priorities and how the HR team can support these/impact on these i.e. absenteeism, costs, performance etc. Identify learning and development opportunities across business areas and contribute to, design and deliver training to line managers on key People policies including performance, conduct, sickness, grievance, appraisal, recruitment and change management. Coach leaders on the skills in applying and implementing HR policies and best practice building trusted relationships with them and mentor and counsel line managers where difficulties arise. Work alongside leaders identifying priority training needs from appraisals and supervisions ensuring these are addressed and followed through in development plans and succession plans identified. Be responsible for the integration and implementation of all TUPE and acquisition activities within across business areas. Drive employee engagement through change management initiatives and delivery of feedback mechanisms including results generation and analysis. Lead and, where appropriate, support ad-hoc projects e.g. restructuring, redundancy programmes and TUPE transfers in to and out of the business

Evolve are partnering with a global healthcare organisation to recruit a Head of Commercial Excellence to lead transformation of its UK & Ireland commercial strategy. This senior role will drive efficiency, profitability, and commercial best practice. Working with senior leaders, you will identify performance opportunities, deliver improvement initiatives, and embed a culture of commercial excellence that accelerates growth and sharper decision-making. This is a full-time role based in the North West of the UK, with hybrid working requiring three days per week in the client s head office, enabling close collaboration and strong engagement with senior stakeholders. Why Apply? Excellent Salary & Benefits - A competitive starting salary depending on experience, plus exceptional bonus, family healthcare, pension, and more! Job Stability Thrive in one of the industry s most resilient and future-proof organisations. Closer Collaboration - Work closely with senior leaders, and key decision-makers. Ideal Requirements for the Head of Commercial Excellence Bring a strong Commercial Excellence background in pharma, life sciences, or MedTech, with proven experience delivering high-impact Sales and Commercial Transformation initiatives that shape performance and growth. Lead complex, cross-functional programmes in global matrix environments, building alignment across stakeholders and driving delivery from strategy through to execution. Turn data into commercial advantage by leveraging CRM, sales, market, and financial insights (e.g. Salesforce/Veeva, Power BI, ERP tools) to produce clear, actionable recommendations for senior leaders. Influence and inspire across all levels with a confident commercial mindset, combining strong analytical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to drive meaningful change in fast-paced, high-pressure settings. Role Responsibilities for the Head of Commercial Excellence Shape and embed world-class commercial excellence across the UK & Ireland, partnering with Regional and Global teams to localise go-to-market strategy, elevate customer engagement, and build a strong Sales Force Effectiveness culture. Turn data into action by designing KPI frameworks and dashboards that simplify complexity, highlight opportunities, and enable faster, smarter decision-making. Lead Sales Force Effectiveness transformation driving segmentation, territory design, sales force sizing, and incentive strategy with sales leadership to unlock growth and productivity. Strengthen commercial execution by boosting CRM adoption, data quality, and user engagement, while delivering training and driving continuous improvement across the organisation. Recruitment Process 2/3 stage interview process Interview with a hiring manager who is a passionate and experienced leader, values your ideas, mentors your growth, and is committed to helping you succeed in this role. Excited to learn more? Click apply or reach out to the Pharmaceutical recruitment team for full details! Application Process Evolve Selection acts as a recruitment partner on behalf of our clients. All applications are reviewed by our specialist consultants and assessed against the specific requirements of the role. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial discussion before being introduced to the hiring client. We appreciate every application; however, due to application volumes, we may not be able to respond to all candidates individually. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful for this particular role, however we may contact you regarding future opportunities that match your experience in line with our privacy policy. Evolve is a leading recruitment and outsourcing organisation, operating within the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical Device and Life Science sectors. Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as a company, We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Our client is looking to appoint an enthusiastic HR Assistant on a permanent basis who will support the organisation in providing all aspects of HR generalist and recruitment support. The role will be based on site in Newcastle.This is an excellent opportunity to gain further valuable experience across the full HR remit and work as part of a small and supportive HR team. Reporting to the Head of HR main responsibilities will include: Provision of administrative support within the HR Department across all people-related activities. Responding to front line employee queries professionally and efficiently in person, via telephone or email. Provision of administrative support for Employee Relations processes, including preparing letters such as disciplinary and grievance outcome communications and colleague reference requests. Assisting the HR team with disciplinary and grievance matters including short and long term absence management and lower level disciplinaries. Responsible for the maintenance of the HR system and suggest any system improvements. Taking a lead on all recruitment related administration and processes including drafting job descriptions; advertising; reviewing CVs; interview coordination; and administering pre-employment checks. Supporting the set-up of onboarding programmes. Keep up to date with emerging HR issues and changes in legislation. Supporting with a variety of HR projects as and when directed by the Head of HR. The successful candidate will ideally have proven HR administration skills gained from within a HR department as well general knowledge in supporting all HR competencies. Candidates should have excellent attention to detail and be able to effectively manage a varied and busy workload. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within an established HR team and will provide the opportunity to learn and develop within a fast-paced, changing environment.

Security Assurance Analyst (Contractor) Reports To: Head of Information and Cyber Security Department: Information Security Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite) Contract Type: Contract (3 months) Organisation: Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) About the Role We are seeking a Security Assurance Analyst to support a strategic sourcing programme within our Information Security function. This is a short-term, delivery-focused contract role centred on evaluating Security Operations Centre (SOC) service performance, conducting structured comparisons across service pillars, and producing clear, evidence-based assessment outputs to support a provider transition. You will work within a small, professional security team and will be expected to operate independently, delivering high-quality analysis and documentation to tight timescales. Key Responsibilities Review and critically evaluate SOC performance reporting across core service pillars, assessing quality, completeness, and relevance Define what meaningful performance measurement looks like across: Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Vulnerability Management Cyber Threat Intelligence Continuous Improvement Conduct structured comparisons of SOC provider performance, identifying material differences across key service dimensions Produce comparative performance assessments at agreed intervals during the transition and dual-running period, including: Detailed technical analysis Clear executive summaries for senior stakeholders Collaborate with the Project Manager, Legal advisers, and internal stakeholders to ensure outputs align with contractual and operational requirements Skills, Knowledge & Experience Solid understanding of SOC service delivery, including MDR, Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Threat Intelligence Experience reviewing, interpreting, and critically assessing security performance data and management information Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends, gaps, and meaningful insights Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, structured documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision Desirable: Experience supporting vendor assessments, supplier evaluations, or security sourcing programmes Familiarity with SOC performance metrics, SLAs, and service reporting frameworks Key Deliverables Comparative SOC performance assessments produced at agreed intervals throughout the transition and dual-running period Each deliverable to include: A detailed technical assessment A concise executive summary suitable for senior stakeholders We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me (url removed)

My client is looking for a CCAB qualified accountant with a background in Local Government and Capital finance to join their team on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Head of Finance, the role will take responsibility for providing expert advice and guidance regarding the Councils' Capital Programme and Commercial programmes. You will also take responsibility for leading and managing the development of the Capital investment programmes as well as provide commercial finance support to a number of Council programmes and will be recognised as an expert in commercial finance models. Day to day the role duties will include: Lead and coordinate the development of Capital Investment Programmes. Identify and implement suitable financing options for capital investment and commercial programmes Provide support, advice and challenge to significant Council commercial activities, including provision of financial modelling and viability testing, and delivering expert advice regarding commercial delivery vehicles Lead on the development of a multi year Capital Programme and detailed Budgets, identifying appropriate financing options and setting out clear implications for the revenue budget Lead on producing accurate and useful capital finance reports and analysis for use at Strategic Management and Governance Boards Lead and coordinate the end of year closing of accounts processes for Capital and ensure all capital transactions are appropriately reflected in the Council's accounts Co-ordinate the completion of statutory returns or ad hoc requests for information relating to the Councils' capital programmes or commercial activities To be considered for the role you will need to be a CCAB qualified accountant as well as have some experience in Capital Finance within Local Government. This is a permanent role with 1 day a week required in the office. The salary being offered is 54,000 - 60,000