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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

Housing Asset Data Analyst The Opportunity: We are seeking an analytical, technically minded Housing Asset Data Analyst to join our team for at least 8 weeks. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing housing stock data and leading the implementation, testing, and ongoing development of core housing IT systems and software. Key duties of the Housing Asset Data Analyst: Support the delivery of an effective, compliant, and efficient repair and maintenance service through robust asset data management. Manage and maintain the organisation's asset management database, ensuring all stock condition and safety data are accurate and regularly refreshed. Lead on the creation of software specifications and provide comprehensive project support during the replacement or upgrade of housing IT infrastructure. Line-manage an administrator, overseeing day-to-day data input and team development. Develop and coordinate processes for the annual stock condition survey regime. Produce comprehensive data reports to directly inform annual, long-term improvement works and stock options appraisal processes. Maintain project documentation, identify risks or software faults, and act as the principal technical liaison with software providers and internal stakeholders. Deliver periodic system user focus groups, training opportunities, and technical support to staff across the organisation. Housing Asset Data Analyst contract information: Hourly rate: in line with a 35k salary Contract length: eight weeks to cover sick leave, could be extended Notice required: one week Requirements: Experience: Proven experience in managing housing stock condition data, technical project tasks, or managing software implementation within a housing or maintenance context. Technical Skills: Highly proficient in data analysis, creating software specifications, and utilising the system MRI. Knowledge: Excellent understanding of asset data management, procurement support, and compliance frameworks including GDPR and ICT security policies. How to Apply: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.

Service Desk Analyst Nottingham 21,000 - 24,000 + benefits Prefer office-based, some hybrid flex. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team as a Tier 1 Service Desk Analyst, providing first-line support and playing a key part in keeping users and systems running smoothly. You'll be the first point of contact for support queries, so if you enjoy solving problems, communicating clearly and helping people, this could be the ideal next step in your IT career. What you'll be doing Answer inbound support calls and respond to support emails in a professional, friendly manner. Log, update and escalate support tickets accurately, gathering the right information to help drive resolution. Provide basic first-line technical support for customers and assist with the day-to-day support and maintenance of customer and internal IT systems. Monitor issues proactively and escalate where needed to ensure a high standard of service. What you'll need Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to build rapport with customers. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability, plus the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload. A methodical approach, with the ability to follow and document procedures accurately. A genuine willingness to learn and develop your technical skills, along with a passion for IT systems and technology. Desirable, but not essential: knowledge of Linux and command line interfaces, VPNs, Office 365 administration, SMTP, Samba, SSH, SSL, Cron, monitoring tools, or IT procurement. Apply now If you're ready to take the next step in your IT support career and join a role where you can grow, learn and make a real difference, apply today. If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Customer Service Analyst, Service Desk Analyst, Helpdesk Analyst, IT Support Analyst, First Line Support, 1st Line Support, Technical Support, Service Desk Engineer, IT Helpdesk, Linux, command line, VPNs, Office 365, SMTP, Samba, SSH, SSL, Cron, monitoring, IT procurement. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Senior Business Analyst (Cyber Resilience & Operational Transformation) Sector: Utilities / Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) Location: UK (Hybrid) Purpose of the Role Lead the business analysis, requirement elicitation, and governance frameworks for critical cyber resilience and operational transformation initiatives. This position bridges corporate technology and site-based industrial systems to translate complex cyber security, data protection, and business continuity expectations into executable, delivery-ready technical specifications. Key Responsibilities Cyber Security & Regulatory Alignment: Drive Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) aligned activities, executing control mapping, evidence collation, gap analysis, and compilation of robust regulatory Evidence Packs (EP) to satisfy NIS compliance. Resilience & Disaster Recovery (DR): Elicit and define comprehensive end-to-end Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) requirements, focusing on ransomware resilience, data recovery governance, and secure operational restoration. IT/OT Integration Assurance: Collaborate with cross-functional architecture and engineering teams to govern system onboarding (e.g., SIEM/SOC infrastructure monitoring) across both corporate enterprise and industrial Operational Technology (OT/SCADA) environments. Requirements Governance: Create procurement-grade business analysis artifacts, including functional/non-functional specifications, process maps (BPMN), and strict Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM). Requirements Extensive experience operating as a Senior, Lead, or Principal Business Analyst within a utility, regulated energy network, or CNI environment. Deep domain fluency in cybersecurity, industrial data protection frameworks, and complex disaster recovery structures. Proven exposure mapping technical systems to regulatory frameworks (such as NIS regulations or NCSC guidelines). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Annual bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:

Senior Finance Operations Analyst (3-Month Contract, Central London) A fast-growing, technology-driven organisation is seeking a Senior Finance Operations Analyst for an initial 3-month contract, with strong potential to convert to a permanent role. This position sits within a rapidly evolving finance function transitioning from manual processes to automated, scalable workflows. The role will focus on owning accounts payable and procurement end-to-end, while driving system optimisation, process improvement, and implementing robust yet efficient controls across the finance operations landscape. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of accounts payable and procurement processes, including payments, supplier onboarding, reconciliations, and VAT treatment, ensuring accuracy and strong financial controls. Lead process improvement initiatives, leveraging automation and AI tools to reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency. Act as system owner for finance and procurement platforms, optimising configuration, and integration within the wider finance tech stack. Support the integration of newly acquired and international entities, standardising finance operations across multiple regions. Design and implement internal controls using a pragmatic, risk-based approach that balances governance with operational efficiency. Manage multi-currency and cross-border payments, ensuring compliance with internal policies. Analyse transactional data to identify trends and inefficiencies, presenting actionable insights to senior stakeholders. Support month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting inputs. Enhance the employee expense experience by introducing automated controls and using data-driven insights to improve visibility and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, drive adoption of best practices, and deliver continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Profile Strong understanding of end-to-end finance operations, gained in industry, practice, or audit. Systems-oriented mindset, with a proactive approach to improving and optimising processes. Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and delivering tangible change. Experience with finance systems (ERP exposure preferred) and a strong interest in automation and AI-driven solutions. Solid understanding of internal controls and risk-based governance. Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and implement practical solutions. To be considered, candidates must be available to start immediately. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Agile Project Manager (CMS, CRM, Discovery) 625 a day (Inside IR35 Hybrid (2 days in Manchester) 4 Months We need a Project Manager to manage the discovery and scoping phase for i) a new Content Management System to replace our current CMS (T4), and ii) for a student marketing, recruitment and applications instance of a Customer Relationship Management system. These two discovery projects will run in tandem. The Project Manager will be supported by the Head of Web and Digital as Product Owner, as well as by a Business Analyst and other team members and business SMEs.This discovery phase will run until the end of September 2026, at which time we expect to receive confirmation of further funding to allow us move into design, development and procurement, and which may mean we can offer an extension to this role. Particular requirements for this role Experienced in agile working, and able to support the project team to work in an agile way. You will diary stand-ups, retrospectives, establish and use a kanban board/ similar workflow management tool, determine if working scrum or kanban and be able to explain that approach and the importance of ceremonies such as Show and Tells and work replenishment to the team. Able to support the Product Owner to establish and prioritise their backlog as necessary. Experienced in managing large technical projects including discovery phase - experience of CMS and CRM ideal but not essential Engage and work with other staff on the EDE Programme as required , e.g. where there are dependencies or opportunities for join-up across projects, and in order to support a coherent understanding of programme progress, e.g. coming to programme staff meetings. 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)

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)

As the Finance Systems Support Analyst will play a key role in supporting, maintaining, and enhancing the IFS ERP platform across all finance functions within a fast paced Electrical and Mechanical engineering business. This role blends operational support, system documentation, user training, and continuous improvement. It is ideal for someone with a finance background who is eager to expand into systems, process optimisation, and cross functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities IFS Support & Ticket Management Manage and resolve IFS support tickets across AP, AR, GL, Procurement, Projects, and other finance modules. Identify common issues, recurring themes, and opportunities for process improvement. Support the Finance Systems Lead in troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Monitor query screens daily, flag errors, and learn how to resolve them with guidance. Documentation & Training Maintain and update ClickLearn documentation for all finance processes. Create new ClickLearn content for additional finance areas as knowledge grows. Work through existing Finance and Procurement ClickLearns lower environments to build broad system understanding. Deliver user training sessions and support new starters or new process rollouts. Continuous Improvement & Stakeholder Engagement Engage proactively with finance teams and business stakeholders to identify areas for improvement. Promote best practices, encourage adoption of standardised processes, and support change management. Recognise and champion standout users and SMEs across the business. Project & Upgrade Support Participate in Go Live Implementations, training and rollout activities. Support system upgrade testing, including regression testing and validation of new functionality. Assist with KPI reporting for fresh tickets and system performance metrics Data & System Administration Maintain base data within IFS to ensure accuracy and consistency. Over time, take on additional responsibilities in IFS such as: Time corrections, User setup and permissions and company configuration Supporting acquisitions by understanding new business processes and helping integrate them into IFS and MARCH workflows Daily Tasks Run Transfer Transactions jobs. Monitor query screens for errors and escalate or resolve as appropriate. Support users with day to day IFS queries and issues. Skills and Experience Experience working with ERP systems IFS experience is essential. Understanding of finance processes across AP, AR, GL; exposure to Procurement or Projects is advantageous. Finance background (AAT beneficial but not essential). Positive, proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn. Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. Comfortable working in a changing environment and motivated by challenge and growth What we offer A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees Career development within a successful and growing business About Us We are MARCH . The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board. Why March? Progress is People. MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

PP&C Analyst The Opportunity Our client is seeking a Program, Planning & Control Analyst with a strong finance background to support programme delivery through effective financial planning, cost control, and performance tracking. Working within a Programme Management Office (PMO) environment, this role plays a key part in ensuring that projects are delivered in line with financial expectations by providing accurate forecasting, cost analysis, and performance insights. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Finance and Programme teams to drive informed decision-making and improved project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Planning and Performance Support project planning activities aligned with defined work structures Assist in the development and maintenance of detailed project schedules Establish and maintain performance measurement baselines Apply performance tracking methodologies to assess cost and schedule progress Financial Control and Analysis Deliver robust financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting support Monitor actual costs versus budget, providing detailed variance analysis Maintain rolling forecasts and Estimates at Completion (EACs) Identify key financial risks and cost drivers, supporting mitigation actions Reporting and Monitoring Produce regular financial and performance reports (monthly and quarterly) Ensure all reporting data is accurate, consistent, and aligned to financial controls Monitor milestones, procurement activities, and resource forecasts Maintain baseline integrity, incorporating approved changes where required Collaboration and Governance Partner with Programme Managers and Finance teams to align financial and operational performance Provide financial insight to support decision-making and corrective actions Ensure adherence to financial processes, controls, and reporting standards Maintain data integrity across financial systems and reporting tools Candidate Profile Degree in Business, Finance, Commerce, or a related field 4-5 years' experience in a finance-focused role within project or programme environments Strong finance background, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis Solid understanding of project cost accounting principles Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or financial systems Experience with performance tracking methodologies such as Earned Value is advantageous Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate financial data effectively Understanding of contract terms and their financial implications is beneficial

3-6 month contract role starting ASAP Interim Global Lease Controller- c.£100-125k - PE backed Bristol business Immediate Start Highly Flexible A large, complex international group is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to take ownership of its global lease portfolio in a business-critical role with significant executive exposure. This role sits at the centre of the organisation's financial governance, providing oversight of lease accounting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust control across multiple jurisdictions. The role: Lead and oversee all lease-related activity globally, ensuring consistent governance and control across the full lease lifecycle Provide strategic insight on lease vs. buy decisions, partnering with CFO, CEO and senior leadership Full accountability for IFRS 16 reporting, balance sheet integrity, and high-quality disclosures Oversee right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, including valuation, remeasurement and life cycle management Own audit relationships for lease accounting, ensuring audit readiness and timely resolution of issues Provide senior oversight of lease contract governance, working closely with Property, Legal and Procurement Drive performance, controls and continuous improvement across global lease processes Lead and develop a team of c.8 (manager to analyst level) Key requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) Deep, hands-on IFRS 16 lease accounting experience in a large, complex organisation (non-negotiable) Proven senior leadership experience with ownership of complex balance sheet areas Strong background in audit, controls, and global finance environments Practice candidates are considered at Director level or above. Package & details: c.£100-125k (FTC) or day rate equivalent Highly flexible working - 2-4 days per month in the office Immediate start required This is a high-impact, visible role that will move quickly. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion if you have the required IFRS 16 & lease reporting experience and are available at short notice.

Principal Security Engineer Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Principal Security Engineer to be based at their client's office in London, UK. This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the London office 4 days per week . This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP Day rate: Competitive Market rate Senior hands-on secure engineer responsible for secure-by-design and operational security across the programme. Validate every delivery activity from a cyber security perspective - from threat model at requirements capture, through architecture and design approval, build assurance, security testing, live validation, hyper-care, and operational handover to BAU and external assurance. The principal authority on threat modelling, control validation, and security evidence across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Key Responsibilities Operate as senior cyber architect and SME within the programme's structured operating model - actively engaged from requirements capture through to BAU handover, owning Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate. Break down each Master Programme Plan activity into discrete People/Process/Technology tasks viewed through a cyber security lens - define the validation and assurance criteria, embed them as DoD acceptance criteria, and evidence them before status can advance. Requirements: author threat model v1, control intent statement, and compensating controls; validate requirements against current operational baseline and monitoring posture. Architecture (LEAD): author security architecture, safeguard mapping, and trust boundaries; approve the threat model; chair Security Council review of the architecture pack. Design (LEAD): approve detailed security design, evidence template, and telemetry specification; validate operational controls in the design; confirm evidence-capture feasibility before build commences. Build: run periodic build-vs-design reviews, architecture drift checks, and re-approve changes; configure operational controls, prepare security testing, support agent rollout, validate log feeds. Test (LEAD): sign off that the security architecture is proven by test evidence; revalidate the threat model; lead security testing, penetration testing, control validation, and evidence pack creation. Deploy: provide production architecture sign-off; confirm final control mapping in Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM); run live security validation, monitoring tuning, alert calibration, and IR playbook readiness. Hyper-care (LEAD): address security-architecture defects, approve in-warranty changes; lead control monitoring and tuning; produce security evidence and establish Key Risk Indicator (KRI) baselines. Handover: hand architecture over to the Security Council, lodge the final threat model, ensure the CCM tile goes live; transition operational controls to L1 SOC operations with a complete evidence pack to external assurance. Liaise directly with external assurance providers on threat-model defensibility, control effectiveness, and evidence chain across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Chair or jointly chair the Security Council review at the architecture stage gate; participate in TDA decisions at the design stage gate. People: Led security engineering across the programme; senior peer to Security Solution Architects, Cyber Operations, and the MSSP L1 SOC interface. Process: Embedded structured operating-model discipline into every security validation and assurance step; Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate, no exceptions. Technology: Delivered secure-by-design as bui personally signed off every architecture and operational handover, with an audit-traceable evidence chain from threat model to live monitoring Key Requirements Essential Skills: 12+ years cyber engineering and security architecture experience at enterprise scale. 5+ years hands-on security design AND validation - comfortable both as architect (design authority) and as engineer (hands-on implementer). Direct experience with CIS Controls v8.1, NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27002 control frameworks. Threat modelling at scale - proven authorship using STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP - across multiple in-scope controls. Hands-on penetration testing, security testing, and control validation track record. Workflow discipline - operates comfortably within Definition-of-Done, evidence-at-gate frameworks. Exceptional executive-level interactions, presentation, and engagement - proven ability to influence CISO, Security Council, External Assurance, and cross-functional senior stakeholders across Procurement, Architecture, and Technology heads. Retail or large dispersed-estate enterprise experience strongly preferred. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) One of: CISM, CISA, CCSP, SABSA Practitioner, or CRISC One penetration-testing certification: OSCP, GIAC GPEN, or CEH (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Tooling & Methodology Proficiency: Hands-on with leading enterprise PM tools - Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or equivalent - and willing to adopt (the programme's tool) on the job at senior architect and SME level. End-to-end Agile delivery - Scrum/Kanban - combined with DevSecOps deep hands-on practice (security gates Embedded in CI/CD). SAFe PI Planning participation as the cyber security representative. Executive-grade MS PowerPoint - Security Council paper authoring, threat-model presentation, design narrative for Programme Board. Advanced dashboards and modelling - one or more of Advanced MS Excel, PowerBI, Python, or Copilot - for KRI baselines, control-effectiveness analytics, and risk reporting. Budgeting awareness - security control cost shaping and total-cost-of-ownership analysis . Desirable Skills: Direct hands-on experience at senior architect/SME level. Practical DevSecOps Foundation or SANS GIAC GCSA. SABSA for Architects. Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool/OWASP Threat Dragon authorship. PowerBI Data Analyst (PL-300) for KRI and risk dashboards. CompTIA CASP+ or PenTest+ GIAC GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or GREM AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer/Security Architect Expert BMC Helix Certified Professional (SecOps) ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer TOGAF 9.2 awareness Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Data Privacy & 3rd Risk Analyst FTC Hybrid Birmingham - £45k - £55k We're recruiting a Data Privacy analyst who has experience mapping out data sharing, usage and processing, PII usage across a large and complex third-party supplier landscape.Suitable candidates will be able to example where they have developed supplier audit processes, mapped out and reported on how personal customer and employee data is shared, used, minimised, and governed across SaaS platforms, IT vendors, and service providers. What you'll be doing Assess how PII is shared with SaaS providers and IT vendorsReview and document data flows, purposes of processing, and data lifecyclesConduct third-party data protection risk assessments and DPIA-style reviewsMaintain records of:Data categoriesProcessing purposesHosting locationsSub-processorsRetention and deletionChallenge unnecessary data collection and enforce data minimisationTrack and close remediation actions with vendors and internal teamsSupport Procurement, Legal, IT, and the business with practical GDPR adviceMaintain clear, audit-ready documentation for GDPR and third-party assurance What we're looking for 3+ years in Data Protection, Privacy, or Third-Party RiskStrong, hands-on experience with:Understanding PII usageVendor / SaaS data sharingGDPR in practice (not theory)Comfortable challenging stakeholders on data usageExperience working with IT vendors, platforms, or outsourced servicesAble to balance risk, commercial reality, and complianceData Protection and Data Privacy-first role Vendor & SaaS focused If this could be suitable, please apply in the first instance

We have an excellent contract job opportunity for a Finance Business Partner/Senior Finance business analyst. Role overview The Finance Business Partner will provide delivery-focused finance and commercial support to the Spend Intelligence project. The purpose of the project is to support procurement decision-making through improved transparency, structure and insight over spend data across client's OpCos. Contract - 6 months (high potential to extend further) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) Hybrid - 3 days on-site per week Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Scope and objectives The Spend Intelligence project aims to establish a consistent, automated and P&L-reconcilable view of spend to support procurement RFP and tender activity, supplier negotiations and value identification. The contractor will: Support the build-out of a robust spend intelligence datasetEnsure financial integrity and comparability of data across OpCosTranslate finance and procurement requirements into actionable insights Key accountabilities Support delivery of the Spend Intelligence workstream under agreed scope, priorities and timelinesWork with Finance, Procurement and OpCos to gather spend, payables and invoice data in a consistent and increasingly automated manner.Ensure spend data is accurate, comparable and reconcilable to finance actualsWork closely with the Power BI / Data & Insights team to: Translate finance and procurement requirements into reporting logicValidate dashboards, visualisations and summary outputsProduce clear spend insights and analysis to support: Procurement RFPs and tendersSupplier negotiationsOpportunity identification and value casesSupport Finance and Procurement stakeholders in interpreting outputs for decision-makingOperate in line with agreed finance, procurement and data governance frameworks Key relationships Business Transform - Finance and Spend Intelligence leadsProcurement teamsOpCo Finance teamsPower BI / Data & Insights teamsProgramme and Transformation stakeholders Skills, qualifications and experience Strong experience in finance business partnering or commercial finance rolesExperience in spend analysis, cost transparency or procurement-related analyticsExperience collaborating with BI / PowerBI teamsAbility to work with complex, imperfect datasets and impose structureStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsExperience working on projects or programmes within large organisations is desirable. Qualifications Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) preferred, or equivalent experience 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.

Exciting and challenging Project Management/Analyst opportunity in Procurement. Building from the ground up/Greenfield. Would suit someone from a Finance background that moved into Procurement but open Initial 6 months. 3 days in the office- central London. The BUs lead their own sourcing currently - whether this changes will be a longer term potential - but for the moment, i.e. the interim term, the emphasis needs to be less on sourcing/category management and much more on pipeline management, sourcing project management, market research, cost and financial modelling, proposal analysis. Are you highly analytical with experience/knowledge of the following? Experience within procurement and/or commercial analysis, or supply chain environments. Strong analytical and numerical capability. Experience supporting sourcing or procurement projects. Knowledge of RFx processes and supplier evaluation methodologies. Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously. Commercial awareness and attention to detail. Experience with procurement systems, databases, or ERP platforms. Exposure to contract management and supplier governance processes. Experience in spend analysis and procurement reporting Experience with procurement systems, databases, or ERP platforms. Exposure to contract management and supplier governance processes. Experience in spend analysis and procurement reporting.

Connect2Hackney , the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney , one of London's most vibrant, diverse, and dynamic boroughs. We are committed to building a fairer, healthier, and more equitable community for everyone who lives and works here. We are looking for a visionary leader to step into the role of Principal Public Health Analyst . In this pivotal position, you will lead our public health intelligence function, driving forward population health management within our emerging Integrated Care System (ICS) to improve health outcomes and aggressively tackle health inequalities across both the London Borough of Hackney and the City of London Our Service Our Public Health Service is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of our communities in both Hackney and the City of London. We work collaboratively and creatively to address health inequalities and create a healthier future for all. The City of London Corporation shares this commitment to community and sustainability. As the governing body of the Square Mile, they play a crucial role in supporting a thriving London and contributing to a flourishing society. If you would like to find out more information about public health in the City and Hackney, please visit the Hackney and City of London Health and Wellbeing Profiles website at (url removed)/ and the services recruitment page at (url removed) Responsibilities As Principal Public Health Analyst, you will lead the public health intelligence function and manage a team of Public Health Analysts. Specifically, you will: Lead the delivery of high-quality, complex analytical work that informs strategy, commissioning and policy. Provide expert epidemiological and statistical advice to senior leaders, partners and members. Drive the development of modern, reproducible and scalable analytical systems. Strengthen the integration of intelligence into commissioning cycles and performance management. Embed equity and anti-racist practice in data standards, analysis and reporting. Build analytical confidence and capability across the wider public health workforce. Develop partnerships across Hackney Council and the City of London Corporation, Voluntary and Community Sector, the NHS and Integrated Care System. You will be expected not only to deliver insight but to shape the culture of analytical leadership across the organisation. About You We are seeking an experienced and strategic analytical leader who: Has substantial senior-level experience in public health or health intelligence Has highly developed epidemiological and statistical expertise. Is confident using modern analytical tools (Python, R, SQL, Tableau or similar) and understands reproducible workflows Has experience managing teams and developing analytical staff. Understands commissioning processes and how insight informs service design, procurement, performance and evaluation Can communicate complex evidence clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders. Is committed to ethical, lawful and equity-focused data use. Can lead change and modernise analytical systems and practices. Experience of AI-enabled tools, advanced analytics or large linked datasets (e.g. Snowflake environments) would be advantageous If you are motivated by the challenge of leading transformation and strengthening analytical leadership across a complex system, we would love to hear from you. Over the past twenty years, the Council has built up first-class services, outstanding public infrastructure, and a reputation for excellence, innovation, and ambition. We are leading the way on essential work such as our fight for equity in Hackney with a particular focus on becoming an actively anti-racist borough. But the work doesn't stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, neurodiversity and across the poverty divide. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for Hackney Council. are looking for a strategic and resilient School Business Analyst to take on a high-impact role overseeing a cluster of 10 to 15 schools within the borough. You are to work alongside the School Business Managers, acting as an advisor to them and ensure processes fit in with Local Authority deadlines. The Challenge Managing the business operations for a single school is a feat; managing a portfolio of 15 is a masterclass in leadership. You will be the operational backbone for a significant portion of our educational landscape, ensuring that while teachers focus on the classroom, the "engine room" of our schools runs seamlessly. Your Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Oversight: Managing complex budgets across multiple sites, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and compliance. Operational Excellence: Overseeing HR, procurement, health and safety, and premises management for the cluster. Stakeholder Management: Acting as the primary liaison between Headteachers, Governors, and the Local Authority. Change Management: Driving efficiencies and standardizing processes across diverse school settings. Work Pattern & Flexibility We believe in results over "desk time." This role offers a modern hybrid approach: Office Presence: 1-2 days per week at our Hackney central offices for team collaboration and strategy. On the Ground: You must be mobile and available to visit schools across the borough to build relationships and conduct site audits. Remote Focus: The remainder of your week can be spent working from home. What You'll Need to Succeed Experience: A proven track record in school business management (SBM) or high-level multi-site operational management and business analytical and management systems. Qualifications: DSBM/CSBM/ADSBM or a relevant degree in Accountancy/Business Management is highly desirable. Resilience: The ability to juggle the demands of 10+ schools without breaking a sweat. Communication: A knack for explaining complex financial data to non-finance professionals (like Headteachers and Governors). Why Hackney? Hackney is one of the most exciting boroughs in London. By joining us, you'll benefit from: A generous local government pension scheme. A supportive network within the Hackney Education directorate. The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of London's children. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Planning Analyst - Derby - £35,000 + CIPS Elevation Recruitment Group is recruiting a Planning Analyst on behalf of a well-established engineering business based in Derby. This is a role for someone who has great technical skills (Excel) and can build strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure projects are completed smoothly. This role offers great development routes and a fully funded CIPS package. Working Hours / Benefits 37 hours per week with a 2pm finish every Friday! CIPS study support and development 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Nest Pension Onsite parking Benefits gateway, including high street discounts Electric car scheme The Role Analysing MRP data to identify material gaps across live projects and escalating risks where needed Raising and managing purchase orders for projects, ensuring accuracy and timely placement Managing the Open Order Book and resolving deviations in line with production requirements Expediting suppliers to meet project deadlines, including direct engagement with key supply partners Acting as Visual Management Coordinator, maintaining planning boards, trackers and KPIs Serving as the single point of contact for the production area, coordinating between procurement and operations The Person Strong working knowledge of MRP and material planning within an engineering or manufacturing environment Proven experience in placing and managing purchase orders Outstanding Excel skills and the ability to analyse data and identify gaps quickly Solid supplier management and expediting experience About Elevation Elevation Recruitment Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy that helps people build long-term, successful careers. We work across a wide range of industries and disciplines with a focus on making recruitment feel more human, more honest and more effective. We are specialists in every function and experts in every hire. Check out our website to find out more.

Procurement / Vendor Management Analyst£40,000 - £45,000 + 10-15% bonusLondon City (3 days in the office) Your new company A well-established, global investment organisation with a strong presence across Europe is looking to hire a Vendor Management Analyst into its London office. The business operates across multiple sectors and has built a reputation for investing in mission-critical organisations, supported by a highly collaborative and evolving culture. Unlike larger corporates, the business is still scaling key operational functions, offering exposure to growth, change, and innovation-particularly across AI and technology. Your new role You will support the end-to-end vendor management lifecycle, working closely with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure effective performance and value delivery.Working closely with IT teams, you will help manage a broad vendor ecosystem, supporting relationship management, contract administration, and performance tracking. A key focus of the role is supporting a new technology rollout (Flexera), alongside helping refine and improve internal processes as the function evolves.Although the role sits within vendor management, there is clear scope to take on broader responsibilities across procurement and supplier strategy. You will work closely with a hands-on manager and be encouraged to take ownership across multiple areas, rather than being limited to a narrow remit. What you'll need to succeed You will be a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with a structured mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment. With close exposure to IT and vendor ecosystems, you'll be confident working across multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities effectively.The hiring manager is looking for someone who is keen to take ownership and get involved beyond a traditional vendor management remit, supporting broader procurement and supplier activities where needed. This is a role for someone proactive, hands-on, and eager to expand their scope. Key requirements include: Experience or exposure to IT or technology-focused environmentsStrong organisational and analytical skills (Excel proficiency)Ability to work across vendor/supplier-heavy environmentsProcurement mindset or experience (strongly beneficial)Knowledge or exposure to Flexera or similar SAM tools (beneficial) What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 plus a 10-15% bonus, alongside the opportunity to work within a high-performing private equity environment. The role offers a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and flexibility, as well as exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to develop across both vendor management and procurement in a growing function. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please contact me directly via email at or call us now.Please only apply if you have checked the boxes above to a high degree. 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 hays.co.uk