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LSL Estate Agency Franchising is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Business Analyst to support our team in delivering transformational projects to our Estate Agency Franchisees across our LSL brands. The role is offered on a permanent full time position on a Hybrid basis from our Newcastle based office. Business / Systems Analyst Change & Transformation Team - LSL Property Services Role Purpose To support the Change & Transformation Team in understanding, analysing, and improving business and system processes across LSL. This role will help uncover how work is currently done, identify opportunities for optimisation, and support the introduction of new technologies, automation, and AI-driven improvements. The role is hands-on and varied, offering exposure across multiple areas of the business including Finance, Operations, IT, and CRM systems. Key Responsibilities Work with stakeholders across the business to understand and document current processes and systems. Support and, where appropriate, lead requirements gathering activities (workshops, interviews, process walkthroughs) Create clear and structured outputs such as: Process maps Requirements documentation / user stories Gap analyses Analyse data to support process understanding and identify trends or inefficiencies Contribute to identifying opportunities for improvement, including automation and AI use cases Support the delivery of change initiatives across a range of projects Collaborate with internal teams and third-party providers to support solution design and implementation Actively participate in sessions-asking questions, challenging where appropriate, and contributing ideas Skills & Experience Essential: Strong Excel skills (data analysis, manipulation, basic insight generation) Exposure to business analysis concepts (process mapping, requirements gathering, user stories) Awareness of tools such as Jira, Confluence, Visio, or similar Logical and analytical thinking Confidence to engage in discussions and speak up in group settings Strong attention to detail Desirable: Basic understanding or interest in automation and AI in a business context Experience working with data beyond Excel (e.g. reporting tools, SQL-nice to have, not required) Behaviours & Mindset Curious and inquisitive - asks questions and seeks to understand how things really work Proactive - not just documenting, but thinking about how things could be improved Confident communicator - willing to contribute and challenge constructively Adaptable - comfortable working across different projects and business areas Eager to learn and develop - brings value from day one but is motivated to grow Apply If you feel you match our requirements and are looking for your next career challenge, or for a confidential discussion on the full details of this role please contact Alka Tarafdar alternatively apply with your CV and covering letter for a quick response. In your Application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (for example, she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs)

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Finance Business Partner PMO & Investments to join our growing Finance team. A highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the Finance PMO (FPMO) and investment governance activities. Acting as a key partner to the FPMO Manager, this role will drive project tracking, governance, and reporting across strategic finance and cross-functional initiatives. The role plays a critical part in enabling high-quality decision-making, improving transparency of investment performance, and supporting finance transformation. Day to Day You'll Be: Project Tracking & Governance Own the end-to-end tracking and reporting of finance and cross-functional projects, ensuring clear milestones, timelines, ownership, and visibility of key issues Partner with project leads to build and maintain project plans (Smartsheet or similar), driving consistency and quality of updates Monitor project performance, identifying risks, blockers, and delays, and proactively support teams to stay on track Act as a subject matter expert in project governance, driving best practice and consistency across initiatives Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a central point of contact across Finance, Commercial, and other business functions for project tracking and investment queries Build strong relationships to drive accountability, transparency, and engagement Facilitate discussions to help teams articulate challenges and navigate delivery issues Data, Reporting & Insight Develop and maintain insightful reporting on project progress and performance to support prioritisation and decision-making Leverage financial modelling to support analysis of initiatives and track value delivery Investment & Planning Support Support evaluation of business cases and track realised vs planned benefits Participate in longer-term planning cycles, particularly around investment initiatives Process Improvement & Transformation Lead continuous improvement of project governance and reporting consistency Support the development of a best-in-class FPMO function Contribute to and influence broader finance transformation initiatives, improving scalability and effectiveness of finance processes Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or similar analytical role Strong Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights Confident stakeholder engagement across multiple functions Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, problem-solving mindset Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in PMO, project, or transformation environments Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project Exposure to investment appraisal or business case evaluation Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title AF Sr Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis

Finance Business Analyst 12-month Contract London Market Your new company You'll be joining a global, PE-backed (re)insurance business operating within the London Market. The organisation is undergoing a significant financial transformation programme, with continued investment in systems, processes and reporting infrastructure.Finance sits at the heart of the business, offering a genuine opportunity to influence how reporting, controls and processes evolve across a complex insurance environment. Your new role This Finance Business Analyst role sits within the finance transformation team, supporting a range of change initiatives across systems, processes and reporting.You'll work closely with Finance and Change stakeholders to understand current processes, gather requirements and support the design and implementation of improved ways of working. The role will involve detailed process mapping, supporting system changes (including Workday), and ensuring successful delivery of finance transformation initiatives.This is a highly collaborative position, requiring strong engagement across finance, operations and technology teams. What you'll need to succeed Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience working in finance transformation or business analysis roles Strong insurance / London Market experience Proven process mapping (current vs future state) and requirements gathering Exposure to finance systems implementation and UAT Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. What you'll get in return Opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale finance transformation programmeExposure to senior stakeholders across finance and the wider businessA highly visible role with real influence on systems, processes and reportingCompetitive salary and strong project exposure within a growing organisation What you need to do now If you're a reinsurance accountant looking for interesting, hands-on contract work with strong system exposure, this is well worth exploring.Apply now or contact me directly to discuss the opportunity in more detail and assess fit. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Senior Service Charge Analyst Location: London Salary: £44,000 - £49,000 Full-time Permanent Hybrid About the Role We're seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Service Charge Analyst to join a growing housing and property organisation delivering high-quality services across residential communities. This is a senior-level opportunity for someone with deep expertise in service charge management, complex reconciliations, stakeholder engagement, and service charge transformation projects. You'll play a key role in improving processes, ensuring compliance, and driving best practice across a large and diverse property portfolio. You'll work closely with operational teams, finance, development, and senior leadership to ensure service charges are accurate, transparent, recoverable, and customer-focused. Key Responsibilities Lead the accurate calculation, construction, and issuance of estimated and actual service charges across a complex portfolio Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements, lease agreements, and regulatory deadlines Manage and resolve complex resident queries, disputes, and complaints relating to service charges Act as a senior subject matter expert on service charge legislation, policy, and best practice Partner with budget holders, operational teams, and managing agents to ensure accurate cost allocation and recovery Support service charge transformation initiatives, systems integration projects, and process improvements Review and enhance service charge procedures to maximise efficiency and recoverability Provide service charge expertise for new developments, including attending design and mobilisation meetings Prepare supporting documentation for First Tier Tribunal cases and attend hearings where required Analyse data trends and identify opportunities to improve communication, transparency, and resident experience Mentor junior analysts and support knowledge sharing across the wider team About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Essential Experience Significant experience within service charge analysis or service charge accounting Strong understanding of residential and/or commercial service charge legislation and compliance Experience managing complex schemes and high-volume portfolios Proven ability to interpret leases and ensure accurate cost recovery Experience handling escalated customer queries and disputes Advanced financial and analytical skills Strong Excel and systems experience Excellent organisational and project management skills Desirable Housing association or property management experience Experience supporting service charge transformation or systems implementation projects Knowledge of First Tier Tribunal processes Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members

Based in Leeds or Spalding Why Join Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. What you'll be doing We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst, to influence and support business decisions by bringing financial objectivity, challenge, and insight to proactively support the business. Partner the Procurement team to provide timely and accurate analysis and information to support business decisions. Help create site P&L budget / quarterly forecasts, demonstrating an understanding of the key drivers, to inform local operational and strategic decision making. Identify, challenge, and proactively satisfy internal customer requirements to provide information, interpretation and insight to the business and site teams to promote effective delivery of site performance. Continuously review business practices to make recommendations for changes which will enhance cost efficiency. Support the Finance business Partner in all areas of site finance control and governance. Produce extracts and analysis to prepare weekly management accounts. Produce variance analysis to deliver the monthly, quarterly and half yearly Group packs. Develop or validate new product pricing, costing, margin analysis to support new business presentations. What we're looking for Previous management accounts experience essential and ideally working towards an accountancy qualification Prior experience within Finance within a Logistics or FMCG/Manufacturing environment is a benefit but not essential Numerate and literate Ability to challenge and influence key stakeholders Strong communication and organisational skills What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform

Your new role As an Automation Developer, you will be a key member of the Finance Transformation Team, responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting intelligent automation solutions across the business.The role has a strong emphasis on UiPath and Microsoft RPA development, IDP-document automation, and Microsoft Copilot development and integration, supporting the organisation's ambition to leverage AI, Mining, automation, and modern digital tooling at scale.You will work closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, and operational teams to deliver robust, scalable, and well-governed automation solutions, while ensuring high availability and continuous performance improvement of the digital workforce. Key Responsibilities and Duties Automation Development & Delivery Design, develop, and test automation workflows using UiPath and Microsoft technologies Translate Process Definition Documents (PDDs) into efficient, scalable solutions Deliver automations across Development, UAT, and Production environments Act as the first escalation point during UAT and early-life support Support live automations, including troubleshooting, defect fixes, and root cause analysis Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) Design and implement IDP solutions for unstructured and semi-structured data Improve processing accuracy for document-heavy workflows (e.g. invoices, forms) Continuously optimise solutions through validation rules and exception handling Microsoft Copilot & AI Enablement Develop and support solutions using Copilot Studio and Microsoft 365 Copilot Integrate AI capabilities into automation workflows Identify opportunities where Copilot can enhance or replace manual processes Operational Support & Governance Monitor, schedule, and maintain automation processes Investigate incidents and support structured change control Optimise bot utilisation in line with SLAs Report on automation performance, stability, and efficiency What you'll need to succeed Advanced UiPath development experience in enterprise environments Strong experience with Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) Proven experience developing Microsoft Copilot solutions Solid understanding of automation design, process optimisation, and exception handling Experience managing Dev/Test/Prod environments and release pipelines Working knowledge of Python, JavaScript, or similar languages Ability to translate complex business processes into automation workflows Understanding of Process Mining and Data Mining techniques Required Experience Solid experience in an RPA / Automation Developer role Demonstrable experience delivering automation in a governed enterprise environment Experience working closely with business stakeholders and technical teams What you'll get in return 400 - 500 per day What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

PMO Analyst Leicester 12-Month FTC Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) £40,000 - £45,000 VIQU has partnered with a leading organisation seeking a PMO Analyst to support a majorTransformation programme. This role will focus on programme governance, planning, reporting, and controls, helping to ensure the successful delivery of a large-scale enterprise change initiative. Working closely with senior programme leadership, you'll play a key role in maintaining structure, visibility, and accountability across the programme. Key Responsibilities of the PMO Analyst: Support programme governance activities across the Finance Transformation Programme. Manage RAID logs, actions, decisions, and programme reporting. Coordinate governance meetings, steering committees, and programme boards. Prepare governance packs, reporting dashboards, and stakeholder updates. Support programme planning, scheduling, and dependency management activities. Administer change control processes and governance frameworks. Maintain programme documentation, templates, and PMO standards. Build strong relationships across programme teams to ensure governance compliance. Support assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Requirements of the PMO Analyst: Previous experience within a PMO Analyst, PMO Coordinator, or Programme Office role. Experience supporting large-scale transformation or change programmes. Strong governance, reporting, and programme control experience. Experience managing RAID processes, actions, decisions, and risks. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Working knowledge of Prince2, MSP, Agile, or similar delivery methodologies. Ability to work proactively within demanding and fast-moving programme environments. Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Phoebe Rees via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on LinkedIn IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.

A global, data-driven organisation with operations across multiple international markets. Combining manufacturing, creative and technology-led services, they support some of the world's leading consumer brands. The business is currently investing in the modernisation of its finance function, creating an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and technology-focused individual to play a key role in driving reporting, insight and process transformation. Job Title: Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Reference no: 16086 Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Benefits Opportunity to work directly with an experienced Finance Director and influence strategic decision-making. Significant scope to shape and modernise the finance function through technology, AI and automation. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business projects. Opportunity to develop expertise in business intelligence, data analytics and finance transformation. Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Life assurance Private healthcare 25 days holiday Pension scheme Hybrid working environment Opportunity to join a growing international business undergoing transformation Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly analytical and technology-focused individual to join a growing business and work closely with both the Regional Controller & Finance Director to reshape the landscape of finance within this exciting and innovative business. This is not a traditional finance role; instead, it offers the opportunity to combine finance, business intelligence, data analytics, AI and process improvement to deliver meaningful business insight and drive organisational performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming financial and operational data into clear, actionable information that supports better decision-making across the business. They will help modernise reporting processes, introduce automation and AI-driven solutions, and improve the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Developing insightful management reports, dashboards and presentations that communicate financial and operational performance clearly. Analysing data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and key business drivers. Supporting the production of weekly and monthly management information with a focus on meaningful commentary and actionable insight. Working closely with leadership teams to improve understanding of financial performance and commercial outcomes. Combining and analysing data from multiple sources to create a comprehensive view of business performance. Identifying opportunities to automate manual processes through AI and modern technology solutions Supporting the implementation of reporting, automation and business intelligence tools to improve efficiency and decision-making. Reviewing and improving existing finance processes to enhance scalability, consistency and accuracy. Promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the finance function. Acting as a trusted partner to the Finance Director and supporting wider business transformation initiatives. The successful Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst will have: Strong experience in data analysis, reporting, visualisation and business insight generation. Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting and presentation tools. Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and visualisation platforms. Strong understanding of AI tools and their practical application within a commercial environment. Experience improving, automating or redesigning business processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand key business drivers. Experience supporting senior stakeholders and leadership teams. A proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset. Exposure to finance, commercial or operational data environments would be advantageous. Experience within finance transformation, FP&A, business intelligence, analytics or automation projects would be beneficial. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. 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PMO Analyst London/Hybrid 6 month contract Day rate 200 PAYE Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented PMO Analyst to support the delivery of key Data Governance initiatives across the EMEA region. This role sits within a growing data function and will play a critical part in ensuring the successful execution of a multi-year data governance maturity roadmap. The position is offered on an initial 6 month contract with the potential for extension. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2-3 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Overview Working closely with the Data Governance Delivery Lead, you will be responsible for tracking programme progress, supporting financial oversight, and coordinating activities across multiple workstreams, including data quality, data lineage, and data catalogue initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with strong academic performance to gain exposure to a large-scale transformation programme within a financial services environment. Key Responsibilities Programme & Delivery Support Monitor and track progress against a 3-year data governance roadmap Maintain project plans, milestones, and status updates across multiple initiatives Support governance forums by preparing updates, reports, and tracking actions Ensure deliverables are progressing in line with agreed timelines Financial & Budget Tracking Support the management of departmental budgets and expenditure tracking Analyse spend using internal systems and Excel Track forecasts, identify variances, and support budget reporting Assist with approvals, documentation, and financial controls Data & Reporting Support Extract and review data from tools such as Collibra and Jira Track progress of large datasets (e.g., critical data elements) and produce summary reports Use Excel to organise, cleanse, and analyse records (basic formulas and manipulation) Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and gaps Stakeholder Coordination Work closely with stakeholders across Risk, Finance, Compliance, and Technology teams Follow up on actions, clarify data issues, and support resolution of gaps Facilitate communication between teams to ensure alignment and delivery Skills & Experience Essential Degree in any discipline with strong academic performance Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, data handling, basic analysis) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a structured, deadline-driven environment High level of diligence and accountability Desirable Exposure to project coordination, PMO, or programme environments (internship or academic projects) Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Collibra, or similar tracking systems Understanding of financial tracking or budgeting processes Interest in data governance, risk, or regulatory environments What We're Looking For A proactive self-starter with a strong work ethic Someone comfortable working with large volumes of information and tracking progress A team player with the confidence to engage stakeholders across the business A candidate with the discipline and curiosity to learn and develop within a structured programme environment Candidates must 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. 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.

Rates: £350 per Day Inside IR35 UMB Location: Birmingham (On-site, 5 days per week) Contract Length: Initial 5-6 months About the Role Hays is partnering with a local council to recruit an Accounts Receivable Lead to support a large-scale financial transformation project. This position sits within a dedicated Surge Team, providing specialised support across cashflow-critical activities and customer-facing processes. This is a hands-on role requiring deep Accounts Receivable expertise, strong problem-solving capability, and experience navigating complex system or billing issues within fast-paced project environments. Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable SME Resolve AR-related issues including invoice creation and posting errorsInvestigate and correct customer master data defectsAddress cash application mismatchesResolve credit management issuesMonitor and fix dunning or debt recovery workflow errors Billing Specialists Support high-volume billing runsValidate batch jobs, system outputs, and interface performanceCash Application SpecialistsUndertake manual clearing activities during system defectsSupport delays in bank reconciliations and ensure accurate allocation Data / Integration Analyst Investigate system failures or mismatches across ERP, CRM, e-invoicing, and banking platformsSupport defect analysis and resolution to maintain end-to-end AR process integrity Candidate Requirements Proven senior-level Accounts Receivable experienceStrong background working within surge teams or large transformation projectsMust have experience with Oracle Fusion (essential for senior candidates)Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environmentsStrong analytical skills with a proactive approach to issue resolutionMidlands Base - 5 days a week on Site Interested? If you have the relevant AR expertise and project experience, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this opportunity.

Test Manager (SAP) 550 Per Day, Inside IR35 Cardiff (1-2 Days Per Week Initially) Hybrid 6 Months Contract Your new company A large organisation based in Cardiff. Your new role We are seeking a hands-on UAT Test Manager to support a major SAP transformation programme, migrating from legacy systems into SAP Finance and Procurement. The role will focus on User Acceptance Testing (UAT) from a business perspective, ensuring that the SAP solution delivered by the system integrator is fully aligned to real operational workflows. This plays a critical role in bridging the gap between technical delivery and business usability, particularly as the business will own UAT. Role Responsibilities Develop and own the UAT strategy, approach, and governance. Define test scope, entry/exit criteria, and success measures. Establish a structured UAT test framework aligned to business processes. Design and produce end-to-end UAT test scripts based on business process mapping. Ensure scenarios reflect real-life workflows (e.g. invoice processing, procurement journeys). Work closely with the Business Analyst to translate process designs into testable scenarios. Act as a quality gate on system integrator deliverables, challenging outputs where required. Partner with the SAP Consultant to validate how processes should work in SAP and how they should be tested. Lead and coordinate UAT execution with business users. Support a combined training + UAT approach, enabling users to learn SAP while testing it. Provide hands-on guidance to users with limited SAP experience. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Test Manager within large-scale ERP transformations. Strong hands-on experience leading UAT for SAP implementations. Migrating from legacy systems to SAP. Experience across Finance, Procurement, and HR modules. Capability to operate in a hands-on capacity (test strategy, scripting, execution). Strong stakeholder management and ability to challenge delivery partners effectively. Experience providing independent assurance/oversight in complex programmes. Strong understanding of test governance, defect management, and reporting. What you'll get in return 550 Per Day Inside IR35. A flexible working pattern. 6-month contract with possibility of extension. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Why Join Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. Role Purpose To provide financial analysis and insight to support stakeholders to drive action and improve future performance. Support the process for a robust budgeting and forecasting and lead multi-site improvement activities as required. Optimise financial performance with a particular focus on relevant key performance indicators within business specialisation. Key Accountabilities Develop and communicate key performance indicators to monitor and drive positive change and expand understanding of cost or margin drivers Ensure input into costings is accurate and within agreed timescales Build cross functional relationships with key stakeholders Support budget and quarterly forecasts, demonstrating an understanding of the key drivers, to inform strategic decision making Identify, challenge, and proactively satisfy internal customer requirements to provide information, interpretation, and insight to the functional teams to promote effective delivery of commercial and operational performance Continuously review business practices to make recommendations for changes which will enhance cost efficiency and business improvement Preparation and monitoring of monthly reports and ensure queries are resolved in timely and effective manner Validate and monitor excellence initiatives for monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting Provide ad hoc analysis and insight to aid interpretation and decision making What we're looking for Food manufacturing or FMCG experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), QBE or studying towards a qualification Excellent Microsoft Excel skills Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate to all levels of the business Proactive, organised, and able to work flexibly to meet deadlines and have the drive to deliver results At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. If this sounds like you join us, grow with Greencore and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform

Why Join Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. What you'll be doing We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst, to influence and support business decisions by bringing financial objectivity, challenge, and insight to proactively support the business. Partner the manufacturing team to provide timely and accurate analysis and information to support business decisions. Help create site P&L budget / quarterly forecasts, demonstrating an understanding of the key drivers, to inform local operational and strategic decision making. Identify, challenge, and proactively satisfy internal customer requirements to provide information, interpretation and insight to the business and site teams to promote effective delivery of site performance. Continuously review business practices to make recommendations for changes which will enhance cost efficiency. Support the Finance business Partner in all areas of site finance control and governance. Produce extracts and analysis to prepare weekly management accounts. Produce variance analysis to deliver the monthly, quarterly and half yearly Group packs. Develop or validate new product pricing, costing, margin analysis to support new business presentations. What we're looking for Prior experience within Finance within a Logistics or FMCG/Manufacturing environment is a benefit but not essential Numerate and literate Ability to challenge and influence key stakeholders Strong communication and organisational skills What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform

The Interim Finance Transformation Lead (Processes) will play a pivotal role in driving process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting and finance department during a large Finance implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Client Details This large organisation is recognised for its commitment to delivering a best in class service to its customers. Description We are supporting a major organisation delivering a large-scale finance transformation programme, including the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). They are seeking an experienced Finance Transformation Lead to take ownership of process design and standardisation across finance, acting as the Global Process Owner (GPO) for the programme. This is a high-impact role, shaping how finance will operate in the future. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and standardisation of end-to-end finance processes (P2P, R2R, O2C) Act as the Global Process Owner (GPO) for Finance Develop a structured process framework and GPO catalogue Deliver process mapping and documentation Lead workshops and working sessions with key stakeholders Manage and support a Finance Business Analyst Ensure alignment between business processes and the D365 F&O solution Contribute to the wider finance transformation programme Profile Key Requirements Strong background in finance (e.g. Finance Manager, Transformation Lead, Head of Finance) Proven experience leading finance transformation or process design initiatives Deep understanding of end-to-end finance processes Hands-on experience with process mapping and process improvement Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills Experience working within complex transformation programmes Desirable Experience working alongside ERP implementations (D365, SAP, Oracle, etc.) Familiarity with operating model design and governance frameworks Experience in large or complex organisations Job Offer Competitive day rate. Negotiable for the right person initial 4-5 month interim opportunity hybrid working options Engaging and supportive working environment.

Commercial Analyst, Darlington Your new company This is a rare opportunity to work in a small, high impact team at the forefront of the UK's Net Zero transformation, offering exposure to investment appraisal and commercial modelling of nationally significant infrastructure assets. Your new role Title: Commercial AnalystLocation: Darlington Reports to: Finance and Commercial Manager Purpose of the RoleThe Commercial Analyst will play a central role in the economic evaluation of major Transport & Storage infrastructure investments. This includes developing robust investment appraisal cash flow models, analysing cost drivers, supporting commercial strategy, and enabling evidence-based decision-making for multi-billion-pound assets.The role provides core analytical support to the entire team, ensuring commercial, regulatory, and technical assumptions are integrated into consistent economic frameworks that inform FID decisions, stakeholder reporting and long-term planning. What You Will Deliver Economic Modelling & Analysis: Build and maintain complex economic models for Transportation & Storage infrastructure to evaluate investment opportunities and support financial planning Ensure all investment models follow regulatory requirements on cost allocation, economic valuation, depreciation, and asset categorisation Evaluate investment and financing options through NPV, IRR and scenario-based analysis. Support FID cases through economic risk assessment and strategic sensitivity analysis. Regulatory Reporting & Compliance Support: Support the preparation, validation, and submission of regulatory reporting required for Transport & Storage activities Work with Finance, Compliance, and Project Delivery teams to ensure commercial and cost data is accurate, auditable, and aligned with regulatory definitions. Maintain clear documentation of assumptions, methodologies, and data sources to ensure compliance and readiness for external review. Contribute commercial analysis and evidence to regulatory consultation responses and compliance submissions. Performance Reporting & Governance: Produce commercial dashboards, KPI reports, and variance analysis for management reviews. Produce clear, evidence-based presentations for leadership and governance bodies. Highlight key value drivers, commercial risks, and opportunities to senior stakeholders. Commercial Support: Support the Finance & Commercial team in preparing commercial inputs for governance, investment papers, and leadership updates. Act as a central analytical point of contact for commercial queries across the business. What you'll need to succeed Education and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, engineering, business, or related discipline (or equivalent experience). Essential Experience: Strong economic modelling and analytical skills Knowledge of project economics (discounted cash flow, NPV, IRR, sensitivity analysis). Experience in commercial analysis, corporate finance, or business planning-ideally in energy, infrastructure, or capital-intensive industries. Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear commercial insights. Strong attention to detail: Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders. Desirable Experience Experience of project financing or major capital projects. Experience supporting commercial negotiations or contract development Experience in regulated industries. What you'll get in return An attractive salary and benefits package is offered. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Finance Business Analyst / Retail / SAP - London 550 - 575 per day / Outside IR35 Finance Business Analyst / Retail / SAP - London Our client is a market leading retailer who are looking for a Finance Business Analyst to join their business. You'd be joining a Finance Transformation programme responsible for capturing and defining their finance processes as well as shaping new processes in line with a new solution being delivered. Ideally you'll have previous experience working as a Finance Business Analyst within a retail or similar environment. Strong process mapping skills and stakeholder management is essential. Any ACCA or CIMA qualifications would also be advantageous. 550 - 575 per day / Outside IR35 Finance Business Analyst / Retail / SAP - London

Who we are GlobalData Healthcare operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData Healthcare is GlobalData s largest division, and at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment, we are in the process of being carved out from the main GlobalData business. We need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData Healthcare is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are hiring a Head of Majors, Customer Success to lead our most strategically important pharma client relationships. The Majors segment represents the highest concentration of ARR in our healthcare portfolio and the accounts where commercial, scientific and political complexity is greatest. This is a high-visibility leadership role with direct exposure to the CRO, CEO and our Top 75 client base. You will own the strategy, performance and team that protects and grows our flagship pharma accounts. You will be accountable for retention, expansion, executive sponsorship, and the design and delivery of a best-in-class customer journey for clients whose decisions shape global pharma R&D and commercial portfolios. What you ll be doing Commercial and Portfolio Leadership Own renewal rate targets across the Majors portfolio, with full accountability for the renewal pipeline and at-risk book. Partner with Sales and Commercial Operations to identify and convert white-space expansion opportunities across our healthcare product suite. Lead executive-level account planning, QBRs and steering committees with C-suite and senior R&D, commercial and CI stakeholders inside global pharma. Team and Capability Building Lead, coach and develop a team of Senior CSMs and CSMs covering Top 75 and other strategic accounts; raise the bar on pharma domain expertise and consultative engagement. Embed the CS competency framework, leaderboard and bonus model (VRR, Volume Renewal Rate and LOR-based) across the Majors team to drive performance and accountability. Customer Journey and Programmes Define and deliver a best-in-class customer journey for the Majors segment, from onboarding through value realisation, advocacy and renewal. Lead execution of strategic programmes including re-onboarding sprints, churn defence and Voice of Customer initiatives within the Majors book. Cross-Functional and Strategic Influence Act as the senior voice of the Majors customer inside GlobalData Healthcare, feeding insight into Product, Analyst, Marketing and Consulting leadership. Partner with the Head of Global CS to shape the 2 3 year CS vision in the context of AI disruption in pharma intelligence. Tooling and Operating Discipline Operate to a high standard of CS hygiene across Planhat, Salesforce, Gong and Highspot to ensure account health, risk signals and engagement data are accurate and actionable. Use data and analytics to forecast renewals, prioritise interventions and report performance with clarity and credibility at board level. What we re looking for Essential Experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, medical devices industry Significant senior leadership experience in Customer Success, Account Management or Strategic Accounts within a B2B SaaS, data, analytics or consulting business serving the pharmaceutical industry. Domain knowledge of the global pharma sector including R&D, clinical development, commercial strategy, market access and competitive intelligence with credibility in front of senior pharma stakeholders. Demonstrable track record of owning multi-million-pound/dollar ARR portfolios, delivering against NRR, GRR and churn targets in complex, multi-stakeholder enterprise accounts. Proven success leading, scaling and developing CS teams, including hiring, performance management and embedding competency and incentive frameworks. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate client outcomes into renewal and expansion revenue, and to build board-ready narratives supported by data. Excellent executive communication skills, comfortable presenting to and influencing C-suite stakeholders both internally and across global pharma clients. Experience operating within or leading transformation programmes (target operating models, segmentation redesign, churn programmes, customer journey redesign). Right to work in the UK and ability to work from our London office on a hybrid basis. Desirable Exposure to AI-driven product evolution and its implications for CS operating models in information services. Network across global top-25 pharma, biotech and CRO organisations. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData Heathcare colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData Healthcare believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData Healthcare is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Who we are GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals. We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future. The role The GlobalData Technology team is currently seeking a TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecoms) Senior Analyst to provide essential intelligence and insights to our global clients, enabling them to make more informed business decisions. This full-time position is located in our Central London office and presents an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with robust quantitative skills who is eager to embark on a career in the TMT sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing and updating a variety of market sizing reports and related forecasts across the full TMT sector from mobile to fixed broadband, pay TV and entertainment, as well as contributing to industry-leading insight reports. The role involves conducting a range of investigative, assessment, and forecasting activities for the TMT sector through secondary research, as well as primary market research consisting of phone interviews and surveys with key opinion leaders (KOLs), industry experts, and highly renowned tech experts globally. What you ll be doing Evaluate and forecast the key TMT market segments, including mobile, fixed broadband, and entertainment. Analyze the TMT market from a strategic perspective. Contribute to the scope and direction of high-quality TMT market analysis deliverables. Author comprehensive market research reports and articles addressing current market developments. Produce content that is well written, concise, and delivered on time. Conduct secondary research and reading to build your awareness of industry issues. Represent GlobalData at client presentations, industry conferences, and in interactions with the media. Engage directly with clients to address ad hoc inquiries. Support the development of the TMT syndicated research platform. What we re looking for A degree or equivalent qualification in business, finance, strategy, or a related discipline. Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Previous research and/or work experience in the technology/ telecom space is preferred. Adeptness in dealing with numbers and comfort with Excel. Fast Learner able to grasp new ideas and concepts quickly. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong team player. Proficiency in other languages is not essential but is considered an advantage. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.