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Service Charge Accountant 200- 250 per day Interim (3months - 6 months) Liverpool Hybrid Service Charge Accountant required to join one of our not-for-profit organisations based in Liverpool. My client is looking for an enthusiastic individual who is an experienced Accountant to provide support on an interim basis. As the Service Charge Accountant you will be supporting the Senior Service Charge Officer and be responsible for preparing statements of accounts, accruals and prepayments and developing and analysing financial information to take well-informed decisions leading to future stability and growth. Key responsibilities of the Accountant; Preparing statement of accounts Responsible for monthly reconciliations. Utilising and setting up processes, procedures and contracts. Undertake ad-hoc projects and identify process improvements. Assisting with the monthly management Inputting financial data to enable benchmarking. Business partnering with Managers and Executives. Required skills and experience of the Accountant Ideally Qualified / Part Qualified ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA/CCAB or equivalent Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel. Excellent communication and organisation skills with ability to lead. Experienced in preparing statements of accounts within a not for profit organisation. Budget management, strong report writing and strong communication and negotiating. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a fast-paced competitive culture with unrivalled opportunities. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Interim Accountant, please send your cv to (url removed) or contact me today on (phone number removed). Sellick Partnership is a market-leading professional services recruitment specialist operating across the UK. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Interim Operational Services Contract Manager (Local Authority) Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary (6 months) Hours: 37 hours per week We are recruiting for an experienced Operational Services Contract Manager on an initial six month assignment on an interim basis. About the Role We are seeking a highly capable and proactive individual to lead and support a range of operational service contracts across the district. As the Operational Services Contract Manager, you will play a key role in managing procurement activity, overseeing contract delivery, and ensuring high-quality operational outcomes. You will be responsible for supporting (but not limited to) the following projects: Stray Dog Contract Procurement end to end procurement and contract mobilisation Abandoned Vehicles Contract Procurement Environmental Enforcement Contract Procurement Fuel Supply Contract securing a reliable and compliant supply arrangement MRF Contract Procurement supporting materials recovery facility procurement Bins and Benches Installation purchase and installation across the borough Lighting Column Installation new lighting runs in two parks Country Park Car Park Resurfacing A12 Litter Picking Contract Procurement Rollout of Wheeled Bins supporting the introduction of wheeled bins for residential waste collection

Interim Financial Controller PE-Backed Creative Agency 6 Month Contract The Client Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with a fast-growth, PE-backed creative agency group in their search for an Interim Financial Controller to support the finance function during a key period of growth and transformation. This role will report directly to the CFO and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, delivering high-quality financial reporting, completing the annual audit process, and maintaining strong financial controls across the group. Our client is an international creative services group with operations across Europe, North America and the Middle East. The business comprises several specialist brands delivering high-end creative, visual and experiential services to a global client base. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining strong financial controls. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced contractor who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and delivering across core finance activities. The successful candidate will lead the audit process, oversee month-end close, manage statutory reporting requirements, and support the wider business through accurate financial information and analysis. The focus will be on execution, delivery, and maintaining business-as-usual finance operations rather than long-term team development or strategic transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver the month-end close process across multiple entities, ensuring timely and accurate management accounts. Prepare monthly management accounts, board reporting packs, and financial analysis for senior leadership. Lead the year-end audit process and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors. Prepare statutory accounts and support all statutory reporting requirements. Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance across all relevant jurisdictions. Oversee payroll processes, working closely with external providers where applicable. Maintain robust balance sheet reconciliations and month-end controls. Ensure financial records remain accurate and compliant with accounting standards. Essential Experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Strong audit background with excellent technical accounting knowledge. Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager, or Financial Accountant. Significant experience delivering month-end close and management reporting in a multi-entity environment. Hands-on experience managing external audits and statutory reporting processes. Strong understanding of VAT compliance and payroll processes. Ability to operate autonomously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Advanced Excel skills and strong financial systems experience. Desirable Experience Previous experience within a PE-backed business. Exposure to multi-entity group structures. Background within creative services, media, marketing, consulting, or agency environments. Day Rate: £400 - £450 per day (IR35 to be confirmed) Location: London (Hybrid) Contract Length: 6 Months Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred Please feel free to get in touch with Ewan Fenley for more information () Please feel free to share this with any friends or colleagues that may be interested. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Minute Taking Administrator i on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: The post holder will provide high level administration support and information to the Strategy, Engagement & Implementation. They will support the management of the Team inbox's to action the tasks according to priority with the aim of improving the quality of data that is recorded on social care systems. They will also provide support to ensure the efficient running of projects. They will support the administration tasks in relation to external suppliers and contribute to the performance management in relation to the key performance indicators set. As a Business support officer you will be responsible to: Undertake and lead on complex administrative tasks in a high volume and deadline driven environment Manage specific project support tasks with minimal supervision as part of own workload as required by line management Support the management of team email box(s) to ensure action in a timely way ensuring accurate recording Ensure data recorded is accurate and concise Creation, development and maintenance of records, files and statistical information for evidence based data Handle conflicting priorities from managers being aware of public scrutiny and partnership working within LBC and with local stakeholders requiring a high level of professionalism Taking on a coordination function between the council and externally commissioned resource to support timely actions and forward planning Manage the logistics and administration of all identified project meetings, to include suitable minute taking records, ensuring the division maintain a uniformed communication strategy and information flow across all meetings Maintain and collate management information to meet divisional management requirements, and produce periodic reports within defined time-scales to enable management to review performance Develop, implement, maintain and monitor administrative systems and procedures to support operational needs of the division, ensure the team is up to date with public information, national and local policies, procedures and strategy Be able, and as a nominated responsible officer, to undertake the processing of invoices, and stores requisitions, managing the distribution and the returning of laptops and equipment as and when required , maintaining accurate records To participate and where required facilitate working relationships with teams and staff from other divisions to ensure consistency as far as practicable Contribute to the maintenance of a healthy, safe, effective working environment, monitoring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements including H&S, property, equipment issues, and IT facilities Ensure that relevant corporate and departmental procedures are available and kept up to date Skills and Experience Demonstrable administrative experience including developing, managing and maintaining complex administrative systems and procedures Some experience of organising and leading project work Previous local authority experience or Social Care setting Ability to communicate and build effective relationships with staff and stakeholders in a polite manner at levels Ability to write clear letters and reports Good IT skills Able to use own initiative Ability to perform basic calculations and analyse and interpret data Excellent administrative and organisational skills Able to provide a quality service to customers Some understanding of national policy surrounding health and social care Education to Level 2 Business management or equivalent experience Able to attend meetings and undertake work at various locations throughout the Borough About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

The Housing Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and manage housing services in the public sector. This temporary position is based in W. Sussex and requires a focused individual with a strong understanding of property management and housing policies. Client Details The employer is a public sector organisation committed to providing efficient and effective housing services to the community. Operating as a medium-sized entity, they focus on delivering quality housing solutions and maintaining high standards across their property portfolio. Description Oversee the daily operations of housing services, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies. Manage and monitor housing allocations and tenancy agreements. Ensure property maintenance and repairs are carried out efficiently and to a high standard. Provide guidance and support to tenants on housing-related matters. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to improve housing services. Manage budgets and ensure cost-effective utilisation of resources. Maintain accurate records and prepare regular reports on housing operations. Address and resolve tenant complaints or concerns in a timely manner. Profile A successful Housing Manager should have: Strong knowledge of housing policies and property management practices. Previous experience in managing housing services or similar roles. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively with tenants, colleagues, and stakeholders. Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for record-keeping and reporting. A commitment to delivering high-quality services in the public sector. Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 180 to 220. Temporary contract offering flexibility and a chance to gain valuable experience in the public sector. Engaging and impactful role in the property department. If you are an experienced Housing Manager ready to take on a rewarding challenge in the public sector, we encourage you to apply today.

Temporary Part-Time Management Accountant Supporting Month End About the Company A well-established and growing environmental and remediation services organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Management Accountant to support its finance function on a part-time, fixed-term basis.The business operates across a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from small-scale interventions through to complex, multi-phase remediation programmes. Its client base includes developers, environmental consultants, local authorities and industrial organisations, and it has built a strong reputation for delivering technically sound, risk-managed solutions.Due to continued growth and an ongoing programme of internal systems improvement and transformation, the business now requires additional finance support to maintain the quality, accuracy and timeliness of its financial reporting. Role Overview This position will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of the month-end process and the delivery of high-quality management information to support decision-making.The successful candidate will take ownership of core reporting processes, ensuring that monthly management accounts are prepared accurately and on schedule. During a period of system and process change, there is a strong emphasis on maintaining consistency, reliability, and control across financial reporting.This role would suit an experienced Management Accountant who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a small, fast-paced finance team. Key Role Details Location: Bristol (office-based, with parking available) Contract Type: 6-month fixed-term contract Working Pattern: Part-time (approximately 15-20 hours per week, with flexibility) Salary: Circa £40,000 FTE (pro rata, dependent on experience) Reporting Line: Finance Manager Core Responsibilities The role will involve a broad range of financial and transactional duties, including but not limited to: Financial Reporting & Month-End Full preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines Ownership of the month-end close process, including posting journals and reviewing outputs Completion of balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining clear audit trails and supporting documentation Ensuring consistency and reliability of financial data during ongoing systems changes Financial Control & Compliance Preparation and submission of VAT returns, ensuring compliance with current regulations Supporting the maintenance of strong financial controls and processes Identifying and resolving discrepancies or anomalies within the accounts Transactional Finance Support Overseeing or assisting with invoice processing Supporting supplier payment runs and cash flow processes Providing general support to the wider finance team as required Business Support & Ad Hoc Work Assisting with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests Providing support during peak periods or project-based finance work Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience (minimum 2 years) in month-end accounting and management accounts preparation Experience delivering management accounts through to review stage Prior experience within a project-based or operational environment (e.g. construction, engineering, or services) would be advantageous Technical Skills & Knowledge Essential Strong working knowledge of Sage accounting software (ideally Sage 50) Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including ability to manipulate and analyse data Solid understanding of VAT processes and compliance Ability to maintain structure and accuracy in a changing systems environment Desirable Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms Personal Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to prioritise workload effectively and meet tight deadlines Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise across teams A proactive and flexible approach, with a "can-do" attitude Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment Collaborative team player with the ability to build rapport quickly Naturally inquisitive, with the ability to challenge and improve processes Additional Information The organisation is committed to equal opportunities, high standards of customer service, and continuous improvement in health and safety The role offers flexibility in working hours, making it suitable for candidates seeking part-time or portfolio work 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.

Interim finance job in Devon Interim Finance Business Partner - Local Government (Devon) Devon (Predominantly Remote) 6-9 Month Contract Immediate Start Day Rate: Up to £300 per day Hays are working in partnership with a reputable Local Government organisation in the Devon area to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to support key service areas during a busy period of change and transformation. This is a critical role, and previous Local Government experience is essential to ensure you can quickly embed within the team and provide effective financial support in a regulated public sector environment. Key Responsibilities:Acting as a Finance Business Partner to service managers, providing financial insight, challenge, and supportLeading on budget setting, forecasting, and financial planning processesDelivering accurate and timely financial reporting, including variance analysis and commentarySupporting senior stakeholders with decision-making through robust financial analysisIdentifying financial risks and opportunities and developing mitigation strategiesSupporting transformation initiatives and driving value for money across servicesEnsuring compliance with Local Government financial regulations and reporting requirements About You:Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)Essential: Proven experience within Local Government financeStrong background in business partnering and stakeholder engagementExcellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insightConfident communicator, capable of influencing senior non-finance stakeholdersExperience working in complex, fast-paced public sector environmentsStrong Excel skills; experience with Local Authority finance systems is advantageous The Offer:Immediate start with a contract likely to run for 6-9 monthsPredominantly remote working, with occasional on-site presence in DevonOpportunity to play a key role within a public sector organisation delivering essential servicesCompetitive day rate, dependent on experience If you have the required Local Government experience and are available at short notice, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit an Administrative Support Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Purpose of post: To provide a comprehensive and administrative support service for managers and staff across ASC. Administrative support officers in ASC are committed to the achievement of departmental service objectives and priorities. They provide support to all staff within ASC, co-ordinating specific tasks and activities across the service as well as the co-ordination of systems and process to ensure ASC services can be delivered efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Provide business and administrative support to ASC, including managers and staff, to ensure the effective performance and delivery of service priorities. Provide administrative support to ASC managers and staff including dealing with enquiries, telephone calls, reception duties, contacts with service users and other LBC departments, taking a proactive, customer focus approach to achieving good outcomes for service users and their carers. Process invoices, ordering and other budgetary tasks for authorization to maintain the financial operations of the service including banking payroll and maintaining appropriate financial records. Liaise with other LBC departments to ensure timely and efficient financial administrative processes. Under the direction of managers, maintain and collate management information to monitor and meet team and service quality and performance standards. Assist managers in analyzing and interrogating performance reporting and exception reports. Assist with audits of ASC work for managers. Assist ASC staff in arranging meetings and co-ordinating arrangements for attendance. To attend meetings where required, taking minutes at these meetings and distributing them as directed. Prepare and finalize all relevant paperwork requirements for meetings. Assist and support managers in the recruitment of staff by co-ordinating interview arrangements and following up administrative HR processes that may be required. Undertake any other work commensurate with L4 grade that supports the functioning and development of ASC and the People Directorate e.g. specific projects, pieces of priority working or service reviews. About You: Demonstrate experience of providing administrative support and competence in the use of IT systems, Word and Excel spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including experience of collating data to monitor performance and quality Demonstrate experience of financial administration and use of computer based financial recording systems Demonstrate a good standard of written and oral communication skills. This post will involve liaison with team managers, fieldwork staff, colleagues in the department, and members of the public and external agencies Ability to work flexibly to service demands and cope with conflicting pressures Time management skills with an ability to work on your own initiative to meet given deadlines Able to communicate with a wide range of people in a professional courteous and sensitive manner, maintaining confidentially where necessary Able to self-organize and prioritize workload for completion within given time scales Able to work flexibly and as an effective team member to contribute to ASC services RSA 2 or WP Level 2 or equivalent experience It/MIS Systems, WP and spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including using database Able to work from various locations throughout the Borough as required Able to work occasional additional hours, in agreement with a line manager, to meet service needs About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Personal Assistant on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Provide effective secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Management team and undertake specific support tasks as required. You will be responsible to: Draft and originate correspondence and reports (including committee reports) on behalf of the Service Director, from rough drafts or following broad guidelines. Exercise personal judgement in ensuring that written communications are accurate, unambiguous and fluent. Collect, analyse and interpret statistical and other management information, manipulating and presenting data in a comprehensible format. Operate within guidelines as set by the Service Director. Receive and filter incoming telephone calls for the from a wide range of sources including senior management, elected Members, VIPs, other statutory agencies and the general public. Exercise judgement in the prioritisation of calls, dealing with matters within own remit and/or referring calls as necessary to ensure continuity. Initiate own calls where necessary exercising tact, discretion and courtesy. Utilise a range of IT applications including word-processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. Process work to high standards and strict deadlines. Maintain the Senior Management's diaries through prioritisation, allocation and organisation of appointments within a scheduled work programme. Liaise with Members, Officers and external organisations to ensure that all appropriate arrangements are made for meetings, seminars and conferences, organising travel and accommodation as necessary. Under direction of the Business Improvement Manager - Business Support, provide administrative and organisational support to ad-hoc and on-going projects and other defined tasks. Skills and Experience: Effective and credible communicator, able to deal with a wide-range of people in a courteous but assertive manner Able to produce clear, accurate unambiguous understandable and grammatically correct documents Competent in use of word-processing/spreadsheets/E-Mail packages Work closely to organisational priorities and deadlines - able to progress and facilitate matters Able to work on own initiative, make informed judgement without frequent recourse to management Ability quickly to learn, understand and apply the intricacies of operation of the functions within the directorate NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience Able to travel around the borough to attend meetings or events Able to adjust working hours to meet the demand of the service About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for Web Engineers for a 6-month contract based in London (2 days per week) with remote working available (hybrid). Purpose of the role: This is a great opportunity to work within our client's agile feature teams as Web Engineer. What you'll do: Represent the product team in the scheduling of releases to customers, including preparing release notes. Work with QA team to agree testing scenarios for new feature releases and support testing. Extract and analyse data in order to understand feature performance and support product team backlog prioritisation. Support key third party relationships to enhance overall value. Support with incident coordination and triage of customer issues, ensuring actions are articulated and prioritised to appropriate backlogs. Review, validate and create clear and concise product documentation. Support with product governance and wider risk assessment processes. Coordinate and complete regulatory conformance testing. Support and shadow Product Owners and Product Managers including participating in customer research and product discovery processes. The skills you'll need: In-depth knowledge of React, JavaScript/TypeScript and the DOM. Demonstrated delivery of web applications. Comfortable working with REST APIs using asynchronous patterns. Experience with Git, including understanding of branching and merging Workflows. Experience with optimising code for performance and quality. Experience working in a Test Driven Development like environment. Working knowledge of Apollo (client and server), React Hooks, SASS/SCSS and Webpack. Good knowledge of Node.js and production- level GraphQL. Design-minded attention to user interface implementation. Message-driven architectures / Kafka / event sourcing. Use of Jest, Cypress and Pact for testing. Next steps This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business

Interim Procurement Manager (Transport Programme) East Midlands (Hybrid Working) 6-month contract Day rate (inside scope) We are supporting a regional public sector organisation to appoint an Interim Procurement Manager to support delivery across a high-profile transport programme . This is a key role within a growing combined authority environment, offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-value procurement activity that will directly support infrastructure and regional development. The Role You will take the lead on a range of procurement and commercial activities , supporting the delivery of services within the transport programme. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end procurement exercises , from scoping through to award Providing expert guidance on procurement strategy, routes to market, and compliance Supporting commissioners to develop business cases and procurement approaches Managing tender processes, evaluations, and documentation Building effective supplier relationships and supporting contract performance Ensuring procurement activity aligns with public sector regulations and best practice . About You We are looking for an experienced procurement professional who can operate confidently in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment . You will bring: Strong experience delivering public sector procurement projects Proven track record across services procurement , ideally linked to infrastructure or transport Sound knowledge of UK procurement legislation and frameworks Experience managing multiple complex procurements simultaneously Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Ability to work autonomously and at pace in an interim capacity. CIPS qualification (or equivalent experience) is highly desirable. Why Apply? Opportunity to work on a high-impact regional transport programme Exposure to strategic procurement activity within a combined authority Flexible hybrid working model Immediate start available If you are an experienced interim procurement professional with a background in delivering complex service procurement, we would be keen to hear from you.

Role Title: Contract Project Manager (Business Change, Agile Delivery) Full Time Hybrid Working - In Office 2 Days Per Week Pay: 550 - 650 (Umbrella - Inside IR35) Duration: 3 Month Rolling Contract Location: Nottingham Start Date: ASAP Role Summary: This contract role requires an independent, high-impact professional capable of bridging the gap between business change and technology. Operating as an objective and trusted advisor, the successful contract project manager will rapidly assess business needs and working with tech through agile methodologies implement a solution that fits to the target operating model of the business and realises the agreed business benefit. You will be expected to translate complex technical solutions for non-technical stakeholders while actively managing the human and behavioural elements of the project delivery. Key Responsibilities: Agile Delivery Iterative Project Management: Manage the project lifecycle using agile frameworks (such as Scrum or Kanban) and timeboxed sprints (typically 1-4 weeks) to continuously deliver customer value Servant Leadership: Act as a "servant leader" to cross-functional teams, fostering autonomy, self-organization, and collaborative problem-solving Agile Ceremonies & Planning: Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure continuous feedback loops and process optimization Business Change Management Agile Change Integration: Execute change management activities iteratively; work within each sprint to understand change impacts, plan communications, and assess training needs Plan, Risk & Issue Management: Actively monitor and manage the end-to-end plan, and risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies through a daily RAID log Stakeholder Engagement: Develop robust stakeholder communication plans to build a shared vision for change, overcome resistance, and secure buy-in across all levels of the organization Transition & Benefits Realization: Manage the frequent integration of completed technical increments into business-as-usual (BAU) operations, ensuring that the outputs enable the intended business benefits Interim / Contract Expectations Rapid Impact & Accountability: Provide an immediate return on investment by deploying expert skills at short notice, taking full accountability for project success without requiring a long induction process Knowledge Transfer & Exit: Ensure a smooth handover of the service to permanent BAU support teams, transferring key learning and skills before the end of the finite assignment Required Skills & Experience: Proven Track Record: Demonstrable experience successfully delivering complex IT, digital, and technology projects that also have a significant impact on behavioural change and new ways of working Methodology Expertise: Strong practical understanding of agile environments, the software development lifecycle, and transitioning traditional "waterfall" organizations to iterative delivery paces Professional Qualifications: Educated to a degree level with relevant project management or agile certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM PMQ, PMP, Scrum Master) Industry Experience: Desirable experience in Utilities Industry Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Soft Services Manager, Housekeeping, PFI Hospital site in Oxford Your new company An established facilities services provider is working with a major healthcare site to appoint an experienced Soft FM Manager. This is a high-impact operational leadership role, managing large frontline teams and ensuring compliant, high-quality service delivery within a complex healthcare setting. Your new role Reporting into a senior leader within Soft FM, you will take ownership of domestic, porterage and security services, leading teams to create safe, clean and welcoming environments for patients, staff and visitors. This position has responsibility for a sizeable, multi-shift workforce and a significant soft services budget. You'll be a visible, hands-on leader, balancing people management, client engagement and performance compliance across a live healthcare contract. Key focus areas include: Operational excellence Team engagement and development SLA and compliance delivery Client and stakeholder relationships Health & safety leadership Key Responsibilities: Lead, motivate and develop large operational teams across cleaning, porterage and security services Ensure services consistently meet contractual SLAs and healthcare compliance standards Plan and resource service delivery, including managing contingencies Monitor performance, trends and KPIs, driving continuous improvement Manage budgets, labour hours and forecasts Oversee recruitment, training, absence management, retention and conduct Maintain strong client relationships and act as an escalation point when required Ensure compliance with health & safety, COSHH and relevant legislation Support a positive, inclusive workplace culture aligned to organisational values What you'll need to succeed Essential: Strong people leadership experience within facilities or services IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) Ability to manage workloads, rotas and performance against contractual demands Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Desirable: Experience within healthcare or similarly regulated environments Project or change management exposure Understanding of COSHH SIA Frontline Licence (or willingness to apply) What you'll get in return Opportunity to lead a large, established team on a flagship healthcare contract High-profile role with visibility at senior management level Values-led organisation with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and integrity Initial interim contract with potential for long-term career development within a growing facilities services business 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.

Job Title: Interim Team Manager, Tenant Engagement Location: Dudley Job Purpose Lead all resident engagement activities, co-design, consultation and scrutiny initiatives to ensure residents influence decision-making at all levels. You will build strong relationships with residents and key stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, particularly the Transparency, Influence & Accountability standard. Develop and deliver Dudley's Resident Engagement Strategy, ensuring resident feedback leads to measurable improvements to service design and delivery. Develop innovative engagement methods to reach seldom-heard voices across Dudley Council homes. Champion meaningfully resident engagement across the Housing & Assets group, ensuring the tenant voice is reflected across the breadth of services delivered. Qualification and Experience Extensive experience in resident engagement, scrutiny and co-design within social housing or a similar regulated sector Holds/working towards/prepared to undertake CIH Level 5 Qualification Experience of developing and delivering a Resident Engagement Strategy to ensure tenants and resident are given a wide range of opportunities to influence service delivery and design Expertise in implementing the Transparency, Influence & Accountability Standard Experience of managing budgets, performance and risk in the delivery of operational services Commitment to ensuring high levels of probity, transparency and governance/standards in public life Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for our client, a prestigious Global business based in North Leicestershire. This is an exceptional ongoing hybrid interim opportunity, to work with a very stable team and an empowering Manager. The role is for 12 months. The role is commutable from Leicester, Melton Mowbray and Nottingham. Ideally with a minimum of 12 months experience within a Credit Control role, your new position will include the following elements; Support the AR team and Credit Manager Maintain existing accounts, forming and maintaining long term relationships Credit risk assessment and review Cash collection Review and reduction of DSO and over 90-day accounts Working closely with clients, customer service and account managers Ability to maintain and manage high volume/value accounts Embrace and identify process improvements and cost savings for the business Partner with a number of internal and external business partners, within IT, Commercial Finance, AP and General Ledger. As a potential candidate, you will possess drive, ambition and passion for your role, along with excellent communication skills, good commercial awareness and the ability to manage relationships both internally and externally. Knowledge of cash allocation, solid systems skills including Excel are essential. Knowledge of working with EDI and platforms would be advantageous but not essential. In return, you ll work with an incredible business, receive an excellent salary, flexible working, hybrid working, generous holidays, onsite parking/canteen and career progression. Salary guide - £28000 - £29000k 25 days stat Hybrid Pension Parking Sound of interest, then please contact Neil for further information. INDREC

Fire Safety Manager Housing Your new company A large public sector organisation based in the Surrey area is seeking an experienced Interim Fire Safety & Compliance Manager to take strategic and operational responsibility for fire safety and statutory compliance across its Housing assets.This is a long-term contract role whilst the organisation goes through divisional restructure. Flexible working arrangements, typically 2/3 days in the office. This is a critical leadership role, ensuring homes are safe, compliant and managed in line with evolving legislation, regulatory requirements and sector best practice. You will lead and embed a robust, risk-based compliance framework with resident safety at its core. Your new role As Fire Safety & Compliance Manager, you will lead the delivery, governance and continuous improvement of all landlord compliance functions across the HRA. Acting as the organisation's lead professional advisor, you will provide assurance to senior leadership, elected members and regulators that statutory obligations are met and risks are effectively controlled.Key responsibilities include: •Strategic leadership of fire safety and statutory compliance services across housing assets •Ensuring compliance with key legislation including the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Consumer Standards •Managing Fire Risk Assessments, remedial actions and compliance programmes •Leading and developing specialist compliance teams •Contractor and consultant management, ensuring quality, safety and value for money •Performance reporting, risk management, governance and regulatory assurance •Preparation and submission of statutory and regulatory returns (including Building Safety Regulator and Regulator of Social Housing submissions) •Supporting fire safety advice across non-HRA assets on a short-term, transitional basis What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced compliance or fire safety professional with a strong background in housing, property or another highly regulated environment.Essential requirements: Significant experience leading fire safety and/or statutory compliance functions Strong knowledge of fire safety, building safety and landlord compliance legislation Experience developing and managing compliance frameworks, risk registers and assurance processes Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams Strong stakeholder management skills, including reporting to senior leaders and regulators Experience managing contractors and compliance delivery programmes Desirable experience: Working within social housing or an HRA environment Regulatory engagement and statutory submissions Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH Fire, IFE, IOSH, IFSM or equivalent) Local government experience What you'll get in return Flexible WorkingCompetitive Day Rate Rolling Contract 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.

Interim Finance Assistant job in Devon Interim Finance AssistantBand 4 - Interim Contract to Start ASAP - Remote (occasional onsite attendance in Devon if required) About the OrganisationHays are working with a NHS organisation in Devon, who are working in partnership with the local health and care providers to deliver high-quality services for the population. The clients Finance Team plays a key role in ensuring robust financial management, transparency, and value for public money. The RoleWe are seeking an Interim Finance Assistant (Band 4) to join our Finance Team on an interim basis. The post holder will provide comprehensive financial support, with a primary focus on Primary Care finance activity, including the administration and processing of claims and support for month-end financial reporting.This is a remote role, with occasional onsite attendance required to support business needs.The role requires a high level of accuracy, confidence in handling high-volume transactional activity, and strong spreadsheet and systems skills. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners and a range of stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial information is produced to support effective decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesMonth End & Financial Reporting Support the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financial information is complete and accurate.Prepare and post journals, accruals, prepayments, and budget virements in line with financial procedures.Maintain and update month-end working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.Assist Finance Business Partners with analysis of expenditure and income against budget and forecasts. Claims Management (Primary Care Focus)Administer and process claims in accordance with NHS and organisational policies and procedures.Manage a shared claims mailbox, ensuring claims are logged, tracked, and processed in a timely manner.Process claims through relevant finance and Primary Care systems, ensuring appropriate coding and authorisation.Resolve claims-related queries with internal teams, GP practices, and external stakeholders. Systems, Data & SpreadsheetsMaintain, develop, and reconcile complex spreadsheets used for claims tracking, expenditure monitoring, and reporting.Ensure data accuracy across finance systems and spreadsheets, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.Support improvements to spreadsheet models and administrative processes to enhance efficiency and financial control. Stakeholder & Financial SupportLiaise with budget holders and service managers to ensure financial documentation is submitted, approved, and coded correctly.Investigate and resolve financial queries, discrepancies, and disputed transactions.Support debtor and creditor processes, including monitoring aged balances and escalating issues as appropriate.Assist with audit queries and the preparation of year-end accounts. General Financial DutiesSupport Finance Business Partners with statutory returns, financial proformas, and reporting requirements.Assist with the development and documentation of financial processes and procedures.Provide support for ad hoc finance projects and tasks across the Primary Care portfolio.Manage own workload effectively, prioritising tasks to meet agreed deadlines. Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssentialExperience working in a finance or financial administration role.Experience of transactional finance and month-end financial processes.Strong experience using spreadsheets, including reconciliations and data analysis.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently, particularly in a remote environment.Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience using finance systems. DesirableKnowledge or experience of NHS finance, particularly Primary Care finance.Experience processing claims or high-volume financial transactions in a public sector environment.Experience supporting audits or year-end financial processes. Values & BehavioursThe post holder will be expected to demonstrate:A strong commitment to NHS values and public service.Integrity, professionalism, and accountability in financial management.A collaborative, proactive, and solution-focused approach to work.Respect for confidentiality and information governance requirements.

A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to provide leadership across a portfolio of supported housing and housing-related support services. This role will oversee operational delivery across services supporting adults with a range of needs, including individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and those requiring specialist support within supported accommodation settings. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring services are compliant, high-performing, and focused on delivering positive outcomes for residents and communities. Key Responsibilities Provide operational leadership across multiple supported housing services Manage and support service managers and frontline teams across dispersed locations Ensure services meet contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and performance targets Lead on safeguarding, risk management, complaints, and service improvement initiatives Monitor operational performance and implement improvements where required Develop and maintain effective relationships with commissioners, partner agencies, and stakeholders Oversee service budgets and ensure effective use of resources Promote a customer-focused, inclusive, and outcomes-driven culture across services About you Proven experience managing supported housing or adult support services within a Local Authority, housing association, or supported living environment Strong knowledge of safeguarding, housing legislation, welfare benefits, and supported housing best practice Experience leading multi-site or geographically dispersed teams Strong stakeholder management and partnership working experience Ability to drive operational performance and service improvement Experience managing budgets and delivering financially sustainable services Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills A strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion within service delivery For further information or to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch.

Finance Manager - Immediate Start West Yorkshire Your new company I am currently supporting a leading organisation who are looking to hire an interim finance professional during a critical time. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance function during a period of operational change. You will be available immediately, ideally looking for a temporary to permanent position. Your new role We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join on an interim basis initially for 6 months, providing immediate support across core finance operations and ensuring continuity during a busy period. This role will play a key part in maintaining financial control, reporting accuracy, and supporting senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring robust financial controls Lead on monthly management accounts, reporting, and analysis Manage budgeting and forecasting processes Support year-end preparation / audit where required Provide financial insight and reporting to senior management Supervise / support junior finance team members Drive improvements in processes, controls, and reporting efficiency Partner with key stakeholders across the business to support decision-making Key Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role Strong background in management reporting and financial control Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment, ideally within a shared service centre Strong stakeholder management and communication skills What you'll get in return Opportunity to work with a well-established organisation Flexible hybrid working arrangements Temporary to permanent position 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)

Developer Contributions Principal Planner East London / Hybrid 37.84 per hour (Umbrella) A leading East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Developer Contributions Principal Planner to join their Planning Service on an interim basis. This key role will focus on the management and delivery of developer contributions, including Section 106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) matters. The successful candidate will provide specialist planning expertise, negotiate planning obligations, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the delivery of infrastructure and affordable housing benefits. Key Responsibilities Manage and negotiate Section 106 planning obligations and CIL-related matters. Assess and advise on viability-related submissions and planning applications. Re-negotiate deeds of planning obligation, particularly relating to affordable housing delivery. Build and manage relationships with developers, infrastructure providers, council services and other stakeholders. Facilitate the allocation and expenditure of developer contribution funds. Interpret complex legal agreements, deeds and technical submissions. Enhance and develop the use of Exacom for monitoring and reporting purposes. Prepare high-quality reports with clear, evidence-based recommendations. Deputise for senior managers as required. Requirements Strong understanding of planning obligations, developer contributions and viability matters. Proven experience negotiating and re-negotiating Section 106 agreements. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience interpreting complex legal and planning documentation. Strong report writing and analytical abilities. Experience using Exacom or similar developer contributions management systems is desirable. Qualifications Ideally you will hold: RTPI or RICS membership; or A relevant degree qualification; or Significant equivalent professional experience within planning and developer contributions.