Exciting Opportunity: MEICA Lead Role Join Our Client's Expert Team Are you ready to lead and drive innovation in the water sector? Our client, a forward-thinking organization located in Camberley, Surrey, is seeking an accomplished MEICA Lead to join their team. This contract role offers a rewarding opportunity to take charge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation delivery, playing a pivotal role in commissioning leadership and ensuring project success in water and wastewater disciplines. What You'll Bring to the Role EICA Delivery & Commissioning Leadership: Guide projects from start to finish with expertise in electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems. Stakeholder Liaison: Build strong relationships and ensure communication flows seamlessly between all involved parties. Design Review & Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Ensure designs are practical, effective, and aligned with operational needs while proactively de-risking projects. Health and Safety Compliance: Uphold rigorous safety standards, ensuring all work meets SMSTS and related compliance requirements. Programme & Cost Control: Demonstrate strong oversight of budgets, schedules, and cost management to ensure successful delivery. Subcontractor Management: Manage interfaces, subcontract relationships, and ensure compliance with Thames Water standards and WIMES. Quality Assurance (QA): Oversee RAMS, HAZOP, QA/ITP, and O&M manuals to ensure excellence and smooth project handovers. Required Certifications: SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, Must hold a valid Blue Water Hygiene card & Thames Water Passport. Start Date/IR35: ASAP start until Nov 2027, Outside IR35 Take the Next Step in Your Career If you're passionate about leading transformative projects in the water industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become a vital part of our client's success story! Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Exciting Opportunity: MEICA Lead Role Join Our Client's Expert Team Are you ready to lead and drive innovation in the water sector? Our client, a forward-thinking organization located in Camberley, Surrey, is seeking an accomplished MEICA Lead to join their team. This contract role offers a rewarding opportunity to take charge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation delivery, playing a pivotal role in commissioning leadership and ensuring project success in water and wastewater disciplines. What You'll Bring to the Role EICA Delivery & Commissioning Leadership: Guide projects from start to finish with expertise in electrical, instrumentation, control, and automation systems. Stakeholder Liaison: Build strong relationships and ensure communication flows seamlessly between all involved parties. Design Review & Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): Ensure designs are practical, effective, and aligned with operational needs while proactively de-risking projects. Health and Safety Compliance: Uphold rigorous safety standards, ensuring all work meets SMSTS and related compliance requirements. Programme & Cost Control: Demonstrate strong oversight of budgets, schedules, and cost management to ensure successful delivery. Subcontractor Management: Manage interfaces, subcontract relationships, and ensure compliance with Thames Water standards and WIMES. Quality Assurance (QA): Oversee RAMS, HAZOP, QA/ITP, and O&M manuals to ensure excellence and smooth project handovers. Required Certifications: SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, Must hold a valid Blue Water Hygiene card & Thames Water Passport. Start Date/IR35: ASAP start until Nov 2027, Outside IR35 Take the Next Step in Your Career If you're passionate about leading transformative projects in the water industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become a vital part of our client's success story! Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Tax Advisor 100% Remote Our client is a leading provider of tax advisory services, delivering top-tier professional advice to help businesses improve their performance. With a strong focus on supporting SMEs, they offer a comprehensive suite of services, including tax, VAT, payroll, employment, HR, health & safety, and commercial legal advice. As a trusted partner, they aim to eliminate uncertainty and reduce errors, ensuring businesses thrive. The Opportunity We are looking for a corporate tax specialist to provide expert advice on tax matters via phone and email, conducting necessary research and offering well-informed insights. With no timesheets to manage and full flexibility to work remotely, this is a unique opportunity for tax professionals seeking a client focussed role without the administrative burdens. Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert guidance to clients on a range of corporate tax issues through phone and email. Gather essential information, perform research, and provide accurate, detailed advice. Reference and apply relevant legislation to resolve client inquiries. Collaborate with internal teams to stay current on evolving legislation and best practices. Qualifications and Skills: ATT or CTA tax qualification desirable. Strong experience gained in practice, industry, or HMRC. An inquisitive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for staying updated on tax legislation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. 51190CH INDFIR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Tax Advisor 100% Remote Our client is a leading provider of tax advisory services, delivering top-tier professional advice to help businesses improve their performance. With a strong focus on supporting SMEs, they offer a comprehensive suite of services, including tax, VAT, payroll, employment, HR, health & safety, and commercial legal advice. As a trusted partner, they aim to eliminate uncertainty and reduce errors, ensuring businesses thrive. The Opportunity We are looking for a corporate tax specialist to provide expert advice on tax matters via phone and email, conducting necessary research and offering well-informed insights. With no timesheets to manage and full flexibility to work remotely, this is a unique opportunity for tax professionals seeking a client focussed role without the administrative burdens. Key Responsibilities: Deliver expert guidance to clients on a range of corporate tax issues through phone and email. Gather essential information, perform research, and provide accurate, detailed advice. Reference and apply relevant legislation to resolve client inquiries. Collaborate with internal teams to stay current on evolving legislation and best practices. Qualifications and Skills: ATT or CTA tax qualification desirable. Strong experience gained in practice, industry, or HMRC. An inquisitive, detail-oriented approach with a passion for staying updated on tax legislation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. 51190CH INDFIR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Accounting Support Permanent Onsite Canterbury Up to 40,000/annum Working closely and assisting the Finance Director within a busy finance and admin function, we are seeking an Accounting Support to join a well-established construction company in the Canterbury area. 8am-5pm Monday to Friday (1 hour lunch) 23 + 8 days annual leave Company pension The Role Support Accounts Managers with day-to-day finance and administration tasks. Prepare, issue and monitor sales invoices, development drawdowns and invoices. Complete bank reconciliations, VAT returns, CIS returns and month-end reporting. Assist with management accounts, budgeting and profitability reporting across planning and construction projects. Monitor loan balances, prepare lender statements and manage finance-related queries. Process purchase invoices, credit card transactions, expenses and utility payments. Support debt collection and resolve supplier, customer and accountant queries. Maintain accurate financial records, document filing and data management systems. Coordinate insurance renewals and administration for new and existing sites. Liaise with accountants, solicitors, directors and external stakeholders as required. Assist with HR administration, including employment contracts and new starters. Support company compliance, health & safety and operational administration. Manage vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone and IT device administration. Provide general office support, including telephone and reception cover when required. About You Strong accounting experience essential with a flexible approach Must have vehicle/license to attend the site. Experience with Sage 50 would be preferred with confident Excel. Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently as well as part of the team. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. (url removed) If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Accounting Support Permanent Onsite Canterbury Up to 40,000/annum Working closely and assisting the Finance Director within a busy finance and admin function, we are seeking an Accounting Support to join a well-established construction company in the Canterbury area. 8am-5pm Monday to Friday (1 hour lunch) 23 + 8 days annual leave Company pension The Role Support Accounts Managers with day-to-day finance and administration tasks. Prepare, issue and monitor sales invoices, development drawdowns and invoices. Complete bank reconciliations, VAT returns, CIS returns and month-end reporting. Assist with management accounts, budgeting and profitability reporting across planning and construction projects. Monitor loan balances, prepare lender statements and manage finance-related queries. Process purchase invoices, credit card transactions, expenses and utility payments. Support debt collection and resolve supplier, customer and accountant queries. Maintain accurate financial records, document filing and data management systems. Coordinate insurance renewals and administration for new and existing sites. Liaise with accountants, solicitors, directors and external stakeholders as required. Assist with HR administration, including employment contracts and new starters. Support company compliance, health & safety and operational administration. Manage vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone and IT device administration. Provide general office support, including telephone and reception cover when required. About You Strong accounting experience essential with a flexible approach Must have vehicle/license to attend the site. Experience with Sage 50 would be preferred with confident Excel. Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently as well as part of the team. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. (url removed) If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
Purchase to Pay Lead - South Oxfordshire - £50,000-£60,000 - Permanent - Hybrid (2 days in office) Your new company We are working exclusively with an excellent international not-for-profit organisation offering a supportive, purpose-driven environment where you can contribute to meaningful projects. The purpose of this role is to lead the international purchase-to-pay function end-to-end, liaising with the transactions teams based across multiple countries with the aim to improve and streamline processes. Your new role Lead global P2P finance operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing, correct financial treatment and strong financial controls. Manage supplier payment runs, staff expenses, corporate cards, manual payments and royalty payments with full compliance. Ensure donor-funded project expenditure is correctly coded, processed and aligned with financial and contractual requirements. Oversee supplier master-data governance, onboarding checks and fraud-prevention measures to maintain high-quality financial records. Monitor key P2P KPIs, including turnaround times, processing accuracy, payment cycles and aged AP performance. Drive global process standardisation by developing policies, SOPs, controls and supporting the transition to a unified P2P model. Lead automation and workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and audit readiness across the P2P cycle. Develop and support a globally dispersed P2P finance team while partnering with Procurement, Finance, IT and operational teams to improve systems, data quality and end-to-end processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong technical expertise in end-to-end P2P finance operations across global or multi-regional environments, with solid knowledge of AP, financial controls and compliance. Proven ability to improve P2P processes, strengthen controls, enhance automation and evolve service delivery models. Experience leading and developing geographically dispersed finance teams with a focus on capability and performance. Skilled in P2P, ERP and workflow systems, with high proficiency in MS Office. Strong analytical ability to interpret P2P financial data, identify issues and drive performance improvements. Clear, confident communicator able to engage effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders. Background in international, not-for-profit or donor-funded environments, with understanding of multi-currency and global payment processes. Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, with strong integrity, collaborative leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. What you'll get in return £50,000-£60,000 salary DOE Hybrid working pattern (2 days in office, 3 from home) Generous pension scheme with employer double-matching up to 10% of salary. 37 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year), increasing to 42 days with service. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, trained Mental Health First Aiders and a full programme of wellbeing initiatives. Income protection, life assurance and long-service recognition. Flexible working options. Career development opportunities including internal progression, mentoring and funded professional development. A fully inclusive, supportive and engaging workplace culture. Employee recognition schemes Personal accident and business travel insurance. 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 on your career.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Purchase to Pay Lead - South Oxfordshire - £50,000-£60,000 - Permanent - Hybrid (2 days in office) Your new company We are working exclusively with an excellent international not-for-profit organisation offering a supportive, purpose-driven environment where you can contribute to meaningful projects. The purpose of this role is to lead the international purchase-to-pay function end-to-end, liaising with the transactions teams based across multiple countries with the aim to improve and streamline processes. Your new role Lead global P2P finance operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing, correct financial treatment and strong financial controls. Manage supplier payment runs, staff expenses, corporate cards, manual payments and royalty payments with full compliance. Ensure donor-funded project expenditure is correctly coded, processed and aligned with financial and contractual requirements. Oversee supplier master-data governance, onboarding checks and fraud-prevention measures to maintain high-quality financial records. Monitor key P2P KPIs, including turnaround times, processing accuracy, payment cycles and aged AP performance. Drive global process standardisation by developing policies, SOPs, controls and supporting the transition to a unified P2P model. Lead automation and workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and audit readiness across the P2P cycle. Develop and support a globally dispersed P2P finance team while partnering with Procurement, Finance, IT and operational teams to improve systems, data quality and end-to-end processes. What you'll need to succeed Strong technical expertise in end-to-end P2P finance operations across global or multi-regional environments, with solid knowledge of AP, financial controls and compliance. Proven ability to improve P2P processes, strengthen controls, enhance automation and evolve service delivery models. Experience leading and developing geographically dispersed finance teams with a focus on capability and performance. Skilled in P2P, ERP and workflow systems, with high proficiency in MS Office. Strong analytical ability to interpret P2P financial data, identify issues and drive performance improvements. Clear, confident communicator able to engage effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders. Background in international, not-for-profit or donor-funded environments, with understanding of multi-currency and global payment processes. Highly organised, proactive and adaptable, with strong integrity, collaborative leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. What you'll get in return £50,000-£60,000 salary DOE Hybrid working pattern (2 days in office, 3 from home) Generous pension scheme with employer double-matching up to 10% of salary. 37 days' annual leave (including bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year), increasing to 42 days with service. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, trained Mental Health First Aiders and a full programme of wellbeing initiatives. Income protection, life assurance and long-service recognition. Flexible working options. Career development opportunities including internal progression, mentoring and funded professional development. A fully inclusive, supportive and engaging workplace culture. Employee recognition schemes Personal accident and business travel insurance. 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 on your career.
Change Specialist (Oracle Fusion Finance Transformation) Leicester - 12-Month FTC - Hybrid Competitive salary VIQU has partnered with a leading retail organisation seeking an experienced Change Specialist to support a major Oracle Fusion Finance transformation programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused Change Specialist to play a key role in driving engagement, user adoption, and business readiness across a large-scale transformation. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure colleagues feel supported throughout the change journey. Key Responsibilities of the Change Specialist: Support the development and delivery of change management strategies and adoption plans. Conduct change impact assessments to identify business risks, opportunities, and readiness. Create and deliver engaging communications outlining project updates, benefits, and objectives. Provide ongoing support and guidance to stakeholders, colleagues, and change champions. Monitor adoption rates and gather feedback to identify areas for continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams across the business to ensure alignment throughout the transformation programme. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Head Office and wider business functions. Key Requirements of the Change Specialist: Proven experience within change management or organisational development roles. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels of the business. Experience supporting business transformation or ERP implementation programmes. Prosci Change Management Certification is essential. Experience with Oracle Fusion or other ERP systems is highly desirable. Collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented approach. Comfortable working within fast-paced and evolving environments. Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
Jun 22, 2026
Change Specialist (Oracle Fusion Finance Transformation) Leicester - 12-Month FTC - Hybrid Competitive salary VIQU has partnered with a leading retail organisation seeking an experienced Change Specialist to support a major Oracle Fusion Finance transformation programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused Change Specialist to play a key role in driving engagement, user adoption, and business readiness across a large-scale transformation. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure colleagues feel supported throughout the change journey. Key Responsibilities of the Change Specialist: Support the development and delivery of change management strategies and adoption plans. Conduct change impact assessments to identify business risks, opportunities, and readiness. Create and deliver engaging communications outlining project updates, benefits, and objectives. Provide ongoing support and guidance to stakeholders, colleagues, and change champions. Monitor adoption rates and gather feedback to identify areas for continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams across the business to ensure alignment throughout the transformation programme. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Head Office and wider business functions. Key Requirements of the Change Specialist: Proven experience within change management or organisational development roles. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels of the business. Experience supporting business transformation or ERP implementation programmes. Prosci Change Management Certification is essential. Experience with Oracle Fusion or other ERP systems is highly desirable. Collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented approach. Comfortable working within fast-paced and evolving environments. Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
Billing Specialist required for a law firm in BS1 Your new company Law firm in BS1 Your new role You'll join a respected, fast-growing Bristol law firm where billing accuracy, client care and commercial awareness sit at the heart of the operation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoys being the steady, detail-driven partner to Fee Earners and Partners. What you'll be doing Managing the full legal billing cycle from draft bills to final submission Preparing, reviewing and amending bills in line with client agreements, rate cards and matter requirements Ensuring compliance with SLAs, billing guidelines and regulatory standards Working closely with Partners, Fee Earners and the wider Finance team to resolve queries quickly and professionally Monitoring WIP, aged debt and unbilled time to support accurate forecasting Supporting month-end processes, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all billing outputs are audit-ready What you'll need to succeed Experience as a Billing Specialist or Billing Administrator within legal or wider professional services or utilities firm Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders High attention to detail, accuracy and consistency under pressure A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a calm, professional style Understanding of WIP management and billing compliance What you'll get in return Exceptional Benefits PackageThis firm invests heavily in its people and offers a benefits package that genuinely stands out: Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the Bristol office) 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance with optional family cover Life assurance & income protection Annual bonus scheme linked to firm and individual performance Professional development support Wellbeing programme including counselling, EAP, mental-health support and wellness sessions Discounted legal services for you and your family Modern, high-spec offices close to Temple Meads Clear progression pathways within a growing finance function Why this role matters Billing in a law firm is more than processing invoices - it's about protecting client relationships, supporting Partners, and ensuring the financial health of the firm. You'll be a trusted, visible part of the business with real influence and ownership. 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 on your career. INDHAF
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Billing Specialist required for a law firm in BS1 Your new company Law firm in BS1 Your new role You'll join a respected, fast-growing Bristol law firm where billing accuracy, client care and commercial awareness sit at the heart of the operation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and enjoys being the steady, detail-driven partner to Fee Earners and Partners. What you'll be doing Managing the full legal billing cycle from draft bills to final submission Preparing, reviewing and amending bills in line with client agreements, rate cards and matter requirements Ensuring compliance with SLAs, billing guidelines and regulatory standards Working closely with Partners, Fee Earners and the wider Finance team to resolve queries quickly and professionally Monitoring WIP, aged debt and unbilled time to support accurate forecasting Supporting month-end processes, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives Maintaining accurate records and ensuring all billing outputs are audit-ready What you'll need to succeed Experience as a Billing Specialist or Billing Administrator within legal or wider professional services or utilities firm Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders High attention to detail, accuracy and consistency under pressure A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a calm, professional style Understanding of WIP management and billing compliance What you'll get in return Exceptional Benefits PackageThis firm invests heavily in its people and offers a benefits package that genuinely stands out: Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the Bristol office) 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance with optional family cover Life assurance & income protection Annual bonus scheme linked to firm and individual performance Professional development support Wellbeing programme including counselling, EAP, mental-health support and wellness sessions Discounted legal services for you and your family Modern, high-spec offices close to Temple Meads Clear progression pathways within a growing finance function Why this role matters Billing in a law firm is more than processing invoices - it's about protecting client relationships, supporting Partners, and ensuring the financial health of the firm. You'll be a trusted, visible part of the business with real influence and ownership. 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 on your career. INDHAF
We re currently looking for a Manager, Physics Workforce , offered on a full time, permanent basis to help us deliver our mission. What s it like working at the IOP? The IOP is a friendly, inclusive and ambitious organisation. Diversity and inclusion are central to how we work. We focus on supporting our people to thrive, offering competitive pay, great development opportunities and a generous benefits package. Some of our benefits include: An excellent pension scheme Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance and a healthcare cash plan Eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards and access to an employee assistance programme 25 days annual leave as a standard, rising to a maximum of 30 days with continued service, in addition to floating bank holidays Flexible working opportunities The Role What will I be doing? The Manager, Physics Workforce is a key role in the team with a core purpose of supporting and shaping activities that develop a strong and robust evidence base through research to: Identify the skills needs of physics powered sectors and champion new ways to meet them. Highlight the often-hidden contribution of physics skills to our economy. Projects you may work on include: A multi year, Physics Workforce programme that delivers evidence and insight on physics skills across the UK and Ireland. Development of sector deep dive projects to identify impactful policy, industry and IOP/partner-led solutions to identified shortages and challenges(with associated reports and stakeholder engagement). Supporting the workforce and skills elements of policy submissions and other initiatives across IOP s strategic pillars of Skills, Science and Society. Who will I work with? You ll work closely with a range of colleagues and stakeholders, including: Strategic influencers across the skills ecosystem. Physics-based sector and industry stakeholders, including those holding IOP Membership. A wide range of colleagues across the IOP - Policy and Public Affairs; Membership; Science, Business and Data Insights; Communications and Marketing; Nations; and EDI. Ideally, we hope you ll apply if you bring: Essential: Credible evidence of translating data, evidence, and stakeholder insight, into compelling narrative (through the writing of reports and similar communication assets). Project management competence and experience, including leading high profile, initiation-to-evaluation, multi-stakeholder programmes. A strong background of leading stakeholder and desk-based research to drive influence and engagement, ideally developed through a STEM-based policy, public affairs or research role. Nice to have: An understanding of the skills ecosystem and the challenges faced by STEM-based sectors. Line management experience. At the IOP, we know that great candidates don t always tick every box. If your experience looks a little different, but you bring enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn, we d love to hear from you. How to apply Alongside your CV, please include a cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification. Where possible, please give examples of thought leadership you have developed and the impact it had. How will I be working? We operate a flexible, trust based working model that gives colleagues autonomy over how, when and where they work, while recognising the value of in person collaboration. You will be assigned a base office, with hybrid working offered as standard. You will engage in regular in person collaboration with your team (as operational appropriate), as well as with colleagues across the wider organisation, to ensure effective operational alignment and to support our inclusive approach to working. As an organisation we also meet in person once a quarter at our Head Office in Kings Cross, London. Why join the IOP? The IOP is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. As a charity, we re passionate about increasing public understanding of physics and supporting a diverse and inclusive physics community. We re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know we re always happy to help. Please note whilst we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, we warmly encourage applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK and Ireland.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
We re currently looking for a Manager, Physics Workforce , offered on a full time, permanent basis to help us deliver our mission. What s it like working at the IOP? The IOP is a friendly, inclusive and ambitious organisation. Diversity and inclusion are central to how we work. We focus on supporting our people to thrive, offering competitive pay, great development opportunities and a generous benefits package. Some of our benefits include: An excellent pension scheme Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance and a healthcare cash plan Eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards and access to an employee assistance programme 25 days annual leave as a standard, rising to a maximum of 30 days with continued service, in addition to floating bank holidays Flexible working opportunities The Role What will I be doing? The Manager, Physics Workforce is a key role in the team with a core purpose of supporting and shaping activities that develop a strong and robust evidence base through research to: Identify the skills needs of physics powered sectors and champion new ways to meet them. Highlight the often-hidden contribution of physics skills to our economy. Projects you may work on include: A multi year, Physics Workforce programme that delivers evidence and insight on physics skills across the UK and Ireland. Development of sector deep dive projects to identify impactful policy, industry and IOP/partner-led solutions to identified shortages and challenges(with associated reports and stakeholder engagement). Supporting the workforce and skills elements of policy submissions and other initiatives across IOP s strategic pillars of Skills, Science and Society. Who will I work with? You ll work closely with a range of colleagues and stakeholders, including: Strategic influencers across the skills ecosystem. Physics-based sector and industry stakeholders, including those holding IOP Membership. A wide range of colleagues across the IOP - Policy and Public Affairs; Membership; Science, Business and Data Insights; Communications and Marketing; Nations; and EDI. Ideally, we hope you ll apply if you bring: Essential: Credible evidence of translating data, evidence, and stakeholder insight, into compelling narrative (through the writing of reports and similar communication assets). Project management competence and experience, including leading high profile, initiation-to-evaluation, multi-stakeholder programmes. A strong background of leading stakeholder and desk-based research to drive influence and engagement, ideally developed through a STEM-based policy, public affairs or research role. Nice to have: An understanding of the skills ecosystem and the challenges faced by STEM-based sectors. Line management experience. At the IOP, we know that great candidates don t always tick every box. If your experience looks a little different, but you bring enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn, we d love to hear from you. How to apply Alongside your CV, please include a cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification. Where possible, please give examples of thought leadership you have developed and the impact it had. How will I be working? We operate a flexible, trust based working model that gives colleagues autonomy over how, when and where they work, while recognising the value of in person collaboration. You will be assigned a base office, with hybrid working offered as standard. You will engage in regular in person collaboration with your team (as operational appropriate), as well as with colleagues across the wider organisation, to ensure effective operational alignment and to support our inclusive approach to working. As an organisation we also meet in person once a quarter at our Head Office in Kings Cross, London. Why join the IOP? The IOP is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. As a charity, we re passionate about increasing public understanding of physics and supporting a diverse and inclusive physics community. We re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know we re always happy to help. Please note whilst we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, we warmly encourage applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK and Ireland.
Specifications Technologist Lincolnshire 30,000- 33,000 The Collective Network are partnering with a well-invested food manufacturer looking to strengthen their technical function with the appointment of an experienced Specifications Technologist. This isn't a role for someone who just "does specs." This is for someone who understands the commercial impact of getting them right. The business behind this opportunity has built an impressive reputation within the food manufacturing space, supplying innovative, high-quality products into major retail, foodservice, and manufacturing channels across the UK and Europe. Significant investment across operations, systems, and product innovation means they're continuing to grow, and the technical team is evolving with it. Now they need someone who can bring structure, accuracy, and pace into a fast-moving environment where attention to detail genuinely matters. The Role You'll sit within a busy technical team, owning the creation and maintenance of retailer and customer specifications across multiple platforms and product categories. This is a highly collaborative role where you'll work closely with NPD, Process, Commercial, and Technical teams to keep projects moving, launches on track, and compliance watertight. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift quickly and standards remain high, you'll fit in well here. What you'll be doing: Managing retailer and customer specifications across major UK retail and foodservice accounts Approving packaging copy and artwork in line with legal and customer requirements Supporting product launches through accurate specification management and critical path coordination Verifying ingredient, allergen, recipe, and nutritional data Acting as a key technical contact for specification-related queries Conducting allergen and claims risk assessments Supporting audits and ensuring systems remain compliant and audit-ready Working across specification platforms and technical systems including retailer portals and ERP systems Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure products move efficiently from concept through to launch What they're looking for This role suits someone who already knows the pace and pressure of food manufacturing specifications. You'll probably have: 3+ years' experience in a Specifications Technologist role within food manufacturing Strong retailer specification platform experience A solid understanding of UK food legislation, allergens, and labelling compliance The ability to manage multiple deadlines without compromising accuracy Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally A proactive mindset, someone who spots problems before they become issues Most importantly, they want someone who takes pride in detail and understands the importance of technical accuracy in protecting both customer relationships and brand reputation. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Healthcare, dental, and optical support Enhanced annual leave package Career development and training opportunities Modern manufacturing environment A business that continues to invest heavily in people, systems, and growth Supportive technical leadership team with genuine progression opportunities If you'd like to hear more about this opportunity, or want a confidential conversation about technical roles within food manufacturing, get in touch with Gemma at The Collective Network today.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Specifications Technologist Lincolnshire 30,000- 33,000 The Collective Network are partnering with a well-invested food manufacturer looking to strengthen their technical function with the appointment of an experienced Specifications Technologist. This isn't a role for someone who just "does specs." This is for someone who understands the commercial impact of getting them right. The business behind this opportunity has built an impressive reputation within the food manufacturing space, supplying innovative, high-quality products into major retail, foodservice, and manufacturing channels across the UK and Europe. Significant investment across operations, systems, and product innovation means they're continuing to grow, and the technical team is evolving with it. Now they need someone who can bring structure, accuracy, and pace into a fast-moving environment where attention to detail genuinely matters. The Role You'll sit within a busy technical team, owning the creation and maintenance of retailer and customer specifications across multiple platforms and product categories. This is a highly collaborative role where you'll work closely with NPD, Process, Commercial, and Technical teams to keep projects moving, launches on track, and compliance watertight. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift quickly and standards remain high, you'll fit in well here. What you'll be doing: Managing retailer and customer specifications across major UK retail and foodservice accounts Approving packaging copy and artwork in line with legal and customer requirements Supporting product launches through accurate specification management and critical path coordination Verifying ingredient, allergen, recipe, and nutritional data Acting as a key technical contact for specification-related queries Conducting allergen and claims risk assessments Supporting audits and ensuring systems remain compliant and audit-ready Working across specification platforms and technical systems including retailer portals and ERP systems Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure products move efficiently from concept through to launch What they're looking for This role suits someone who already knows the pace and pressure of food manufacturing specifications. You'll probably have: 3+ years' experience in a Specifications Technologist role within food manufacturing Strong retailer specification platform experience A solid understanding of UK food legislation, allergens, and labelling compliance The ability to manage multiple deadlines without compromising accuracy Strong communication skills and confidence working cross-functionally A proactive mindset, someone who spots problems before they become issues Most importantly, they want someone who takes pride in detail and understands the importance of technical accuracy in protecting both customer relationships and brand reputation. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Healthcare, dental, and optical support Enhanced annual leave package Career development and training opportunities Modern manufacturing environment A business that continues to invest heavily in people, systems, and growth Supportive technical leadership team with genuine progression opportunities If you'd like to hear more about this opportunity, or want a confidential conversation about technical roles within food manufacturing, get in touch with Gemma at The Collective Network today.
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor Group)
Eythorne, Kent
Why Join Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. What you'll be doing We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst, to influence and support business decisions by bringing financial objectivity, challenge, and insight to proactively support the business. Partner the manufacturing team to provide timely and accurate analysis and information to support business decisions. Help create site P&L budget / quarterly forecasts, demonstrating an understanding of the key drivers, to inform local operational and strategic decision making. Identify, challenge, and proactively satisfy internal customer requirements to provide information, interpretation and insight to the business and site teams to promote effective delivery of site performance. Continuously review business practices to make recommendations for changes which will enhance cost efficiency. Support the Finance business Partner in all areas of site finance control and governance. Produce extracts and analysis to prepare weekly management accounts. Produce variance analysis to deliver the monthly, quarterly and half yearly Group packs. Develop or validate new product pricing, costing, margin analysis to support new business presentations. What we're looking for Prior experience within Finance within a Logistics or FMCG/Manufacturing environment is a benefit but not essential Numerate and literate Ability to challenge and influence key stakeholders Strong communication and organisational skills What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Why Join Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make everyday taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Our products span every meal occasion, and in FY25 our shared passion helped deliver combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store network ensures fresh and frozen food reaches thousands of stores every day. To support this scale, we are delivering a significant transformation through our Making Business Easier (MBE) programme, and this role is a key part of making that change land successfully. What you'll be doing We are looking to recruit a Finance Analyst, to influence and support business decisions by bringing financial objectivity, challenge, and insight to proactively support the business. Partner the manufacturing team to provide timely and accurate analysis and information to support business decisions. Help create site P&L budget / quarterly forecasts, demonstrating an understanding of the key drivers, to inform local operational and strategic decision making. Identify, challenge, and proactively satisfy internal customer requirements to provide information, interpretation and insight to the business and site teams to promote effective delivery of site performance. Continuously review business practices to make recommendations for changes which will enhance cost efficiency. Support the Finance business Partner in all areas of site finance control and governance. Produce extracts and analysis to prepare weekly management accounts. Produce variance analysis to deliver the monthly, quarterly and half yearly Group packs. Develop or validate new product pricing, costing, margin analysis to support new business presentations. What we're looking for Prior experience within Finance within a Logistics or FMCG/Manufacturing environment is a benefit but not essential Numerate and literate Ability to challenge and influence key stakeholders Strong communication and organisational skills What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits 25 days holiday Competitive matched pension contributions Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
Management Accountant - Manufacturing, Permanent, North Hampshire, £45K to £55K plus 10% bonus Management Accountant - North HampshireAre you ready to play a key role in shaping financial performance within an outstanding manufacturing business? We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team in North Hampshire. This role will act as the primary finance partner to manufacturing operations, providing critical insight into performance and driving improvements across processes. You will take ownership of manufacturing variance analysis, standard costing, and reporting, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the function. Working closely with production and senior stakeholders, you'll support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis. You will also contribute to month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasting, and working capital initiatives, alongside identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your input will directly influence business performance. Key Skills & Experience Part-qualified or qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) 2-3 years' experience in a manufacturing accounting environment Strong standard costing and variance analysis experience Advanced Excel skills Confident partnering with non-financial stakeholders Experience in a SOX-controlled environment (desirable) Continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant - Manufacturing, Permanent, North Hampshire, £45K to £55K plus 10% bonus Management Accountant - North HampshireAre you ready to play a key role in shaping financial performance within an outstanding manufacturing business? We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team in North Hampshire. This role will act as the primary finance partner to manufacturing operations, providing critical insight into performance and driving improvements across processes. You will take ownership of manufacturing variance analysis, standard costing, and reporting, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the function. Working closely with production and senior stakeholders, you'll support operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis. You will also contribute to month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, forecasting, and working capital initiatives, alongside identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your input will directly influence business performance. Key Skills & Experience Part-qualified or qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) 2-3 years' experience in a manufacturing accounting environment Strong standard costing and variance analysis experience Advanced Excel skills Confident partnering with non-financial stakeholders Experience in a SOX-controlled environment (desirable) Continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail 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.
Bayman Atkinson Smythe Ltd is excited to partner with an established organisation in Birmingham that specialises in engineering. They are seeking a dedicated Permanent Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team, providing crucial support to operational functions and ensuring seamless financial management. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in management accounts & partnering across business units. If you're looking to utilise your skills in a collaborative environment that values professionalism and continuous improvement, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Collaborate closely with the operational team to produce accurate monthly management accounts in line with reporting schedules. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, providing detailed analysis of business performance, including costs, revenue, and margins. Work alongside the Business Systems Team to develop processes and improve reporting efficiencies. Prepare and contribute to project WIP reporting, ensuring recording is complete and accurate within business systems. Assist with audit preparations by providing schedules and explanations, delegating tasks where appropriate within the team. Supervise and mentor finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Utilise your technical accounting expertise to ensure compliance and enhance financial reporting quality. Support and supervise payroll preparation, ensuring timely and precise processing. Qualified or approaching qualification as an ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent accountant. Extensive experience in management accounts preparation and financial partnering in a business environment. Proficiency with Sage line 200 and strong working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes would be advantageous. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues. Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation skills to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to process improvements. Effective leadership ability with experience mentoring finance team members. Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and other accountancy systems, demonstrating technical expertise. Joining this organisation means you'll enjoy a supportive team environment, a commitment to professional development, and competitive benefits. The role offers stability and scope for growth within the business, all within a vibrant Midlands location. This is an excellent chance to make a tangible impact and develop your career in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and bring your expertise in management accounts, business partnering, and financial systems to a forward-thinking company, we d love to hear from you. Apply today to become a key part of this thriving team!
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Bayman Atkinson Smythe Ltd is excited to partner with an established organisation in Birmingham that specialises in engineering. They are seeking a dedicated Permanent Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team, providing crucial support to operational functions and ensuring seamless financial management. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in management accounts & partnering across business units. If you're looking to utilise your skills in a collaborative environment that values professionalism and continuous improvement, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Collaborate closely with the operational team to produce accurate monthly management accounts in line with reporting schedules. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, providing detailed analysis of business performance, including costs, revenue, and margins. Work alongside the Business Systems Team to develop processes and improve reporting efficiencies. Prepare and contribute to project WIP reporting, ensuring recording is complete and accurate within business systems. Assist with audit preparations by providing schedules and explanations, delegating tasks where appropriate within the team. Supervise and mentor finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Utilise your technical accounting expertise to ensure compliance and enhance financial reporting quality. Support and supervise payroll preparation, ensuring timely and precise processing. Qualified or approaching qualification as an ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent accountant. Extensive experience in management accounts preparation and financial partnering in a business environment. Proficiency with Sage line 200 and strong working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes would be advantageous. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues. Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation skills to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to process improvements. Effective leadership ability with experience mentoring finance team members. Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and other accountancy systems, demonstrating technical expertise. Joining this organisation means you'll enjoy a supportive team environment, a commitment to professional development, and competitive benefits. The role offers stability and scope for growth within the business, all within a vibrant Midlands location. This is an excellent chance to make a tangible impact and develop your career in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and bring your expertise in management accounts, business partnering, and financial systems to a forward-thinking company, we d love to hear from you. Apply today to become a key part of this thriving team!
Managing Director of Education and Wellbeing Contract - Permanent Hours - 35 hours per week Salary - Circa £75,000 per annum Location - Coram Campus, Bloomsbury, with occasional UK travel and hybrid working as agreed Coram is the first and longest continuing children's charity, originally The Foundling Hospital, helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, a dynamic group of organisations, Coram now helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year through direct services, curriculum tools, and digital advice. Coram is the largest charity provider of Personal, Social, Health and Economic education from infancy to independence. Supported by a distributed network of delivery partners across the country, Coram SCARF curriculum supports teachers across 2800 schools. Coram Beanstalk is the original volunteer reading help charity supporting children to become fluent readers with face-to-face volunteer support in primary schools. Coram Kidscape provides targeted support to schools, parents and children who are experiencing bullying whilst Coram Leap Confronting Conflict provides place based approaches to building the resilience of young people in navigating conflict. Together with Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation , providing the largest youth drama festival, they work to realise our strategic goal to enable children to develop the skills they need for life no matter where they live. About the role Working directly with the Chief Executive as a member of the Senior Management Team of Coram, the Managing Director of Education and Wellbeing provides direct and matrix management and leadership across these different streams of our work with schools and teachers. In this role you will drive partnership, business development and income to extend the reach, relevance and results for children. You will work to build and diversify subscription, direct purchase, international, statutory and commercial income streams integrating the offers and driving synergies between the programmes in the Centre. Included in this is the development of the voice of children in relevant areas of policy, particularly seeking to build social relational and critical thinking skills. You will seek to represent Coram to advance public understanding and the development of policy and practice as it affects children and young people. You will grow Coram's share of voice in the education arena, ensuring that policy positions, consultation responses and public communications remain consistent. This senior role is an important opportunity for a for an established charity education leader with an entrepreneurial approach and programmatic leadership skills including income generation, built on extensive policy and systems knowledge, to impact through existing and new programmes to change the prospects of the next generation. The successful candidate will have a strong business focus, with senior experience of identifying, responding to and delivering new business opportunities, product development / sales and fundraising. This, together with, experience of managing multiple and distributed teams whilst maintaining both quality assurance of programmes and building engagement. You will be able to work individually, in a team and across the organisation. Strong ability to lead and motivate others, partnership building skills and knowledge, experience and commitment to improving lives of children are essential. Please note: This is a full-time role, office based in central London; hybrid working is supported but this post is not offered for job share or for majority home working. It requires the ability to travel in the UK on business occasionally and for flexibility in attending occasional breakfast or evening events To apply for this role, please visit the Coram website to complete an application. Please note CV'S alone will not be accepted. Closing date: 29th June 2026 at 9am Interview date (at Coram Campus, Bloomsbury): Thursday 2nd July 2026 Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No. 312278.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Managing Director of Education and Wellbeing Contract - Permanent Hours - 35 hours per week Salary - Circa £75,000 per annum Location - Coram Campus, Bloomsbury, with occasional UK travel and hybrid working as agreed Coram is the first and longest continuing children's charity, originally The Foundling Hospital, helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, a dynamic group of organisations, Coram now helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year through direct services, curriculum tools, and digital advice. Coram is the largest charity provider of Personal, Social, Health and Economic education from infancy to independence. Supported by a distributed network of delivery partners across the country, Coram SCARF curriculum supports teachers across 2800 schools. Coram Beanstalk is the original volunteer reading help charity supporting children to become fluent readers with face-to-face volunteer support in primary schools. Coram Kidscape provides targeted support to schools, parents and children who are experiencing bullying whilst Coram Leap Confronting Conflict provides place based approaches to building the resilience of young people in navigating conflict. Together with Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation , providing the largest youth drama festival, they work to realise our strategic goal to enable children to develop the skills they need for life no matter where they live. About the role Working directly with the Chief Executive as a member of the Senior Management Team of Coram, the Managing Director of Education and Wellbeing provides direct and matrix management and leadership across these different streams of our work with schools and teachers. In this role you will drive partnership, business development and income to extend the reach, relevance and results for children. You will work to build and diversify subscription, direct purchase, international, statutory and commercial income streams integrating the offers and driving synergies between the programmes in the Centre. Included in this is the development of the voice of children in relevant areas of policy, particularly seeking to build social relational and critical thinking skills. You will seek to represent Coram to advance public understanding and the development of policy and practice as it affects children and young people. You will grow Coram's share of voice in the education arena, ensuring that policy positions, consultation responses and public communications remain consistent. This senior role is an important opportunity for a for an established charity education leader with an entrepreneurial approach and programmatic leadership skills including income generation, built on extensive policy and systems knowledge, to impact through existing and new programmes to change the prospects of the next generation. The successful candidate will have a strong business focus, with senior experience of identifying, responding to and delivering new business opportunities, product development / sales and fundraising. This, together with, experience of managing multiple and distributed teams whilst maintaining both quality assurance of programmes and building engagement. You will be able to work individually, in a team and across the organisation. Strong ability to lead and motivate others, partnership building skills and knowledge, experience and commitment to improving lives of children are essential. Please note: This is a full-time role, office based in central London; hybrid working is supported but this post is not offered for job share or for majority home working. It requires the ability to travel in the UK on business occasionally and for flexibility in attending occasional breakfast or evening events To apply for this role, please visit the Coram website to complete an application. Please note CV'S alone will not be accepted. Closing date: 29th June 2026 at 9am Interview date (at Coram Campus, Bloomsbury): Thursday 2nd July 2026 Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No. 312278.
Payroll Manager - Accountancy Practice Workington - Cumbria Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits About the Company W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established independent practices, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a highly regarded and well-established boutique accountancy practice based in Carlisle , providing a full range of services to owner-managed businesses, family companies, and individual clients across the region. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering accurate, reliable, and proactive financial support, with payroll forming a key part of its integrated client service offering. The Role As Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with statutory requirements. You will act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries, delivering a high level of service to clients, employees, and internal stakeholders. Alongside day-to-day payroll delivery, you will also play a key role in maintaining system integrity, improving processes, and supporting the continued development of payroll services within the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to take full ownership of a busy, client-facing payroll function within a respected accountancy practice. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Delivery Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients Process starters, leavers, contract changes, tax code updates, and other payroll amendments Collate and input payroll data including timesheets, expenses, and variable payments Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and other leave-related entitlements Process salary sacrifice arrangements and other employee benefit schemes Apply annual pay reviews, increments, and cost of living adjustments Compliance & Accuracy Ensure all payroll processes are fully compliant with HMRC regulations and statutory requirements Prepare and submit RTI returns to HMRC accurately and on time Manage pension submissions, including auto-enrolment processes and provider uploads Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure robust audit trails are in place Conduct regular reconciliations and system checks to ensure data integrity Client Service & Communication Act as the main point of contact for payroll queries from clients and employees Provide clear, professional advice and support on payroll matters Respond promptly to enquiries via phone, email, and in person Produce payroll reports and management information for clients, including gross-to-net reporting Support billing processes through preparation of payroll-related client invoices Systems & Process Management Maintain and update payroll procedures and guidance notes Work closely with internal teams to support payroll system updates, testing, and improvements Support the development of efficient payroll workflows and best practice processes Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll systems and service delivery Governance & Reporting Maintain strong audit controls and support external audit requirements where needed Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures Provide payroll reporting and analysis to support client decision-making About You Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll in a high-volume or multi-client environment Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, NI, tax, and pensions Confident using payroll systems (Sage 50 experience desirable) High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a payroll function Positive, proactive, and service-oriented mindset What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to take ownership of a busy, varied payroll function Strong client exposure within a respected boutique practice in Carlisle Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and service development Long-term career stability with scope for progression How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Payroll Manager - Accountancy Practice Workington - Cumbria Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits About the Company W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established independent practices, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a highly regarded and well-established boutique accountancy practice based in Carlisle , providing a full range of services to owner-managed businesses, family companies, and individual clients across the region. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering accurate, reliable, and proactive financial support, with payroll forming a key part of its integrated client service offering. The Role As Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with statutory requirements. You will act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries, delivering a high level of service to clients, employees, and internal stakeholders. Alongside day-to-day payroll delivery, you will also play a key role in maintaining system integrity, improving processes, and supporting the continued development of payroll services within the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to take full ownership of a busy, client-facing payroll function within a respected accountancy practice. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Delivery Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients Process starters, leavers, contract changes, tax code updates, and other payroll amendments Collate and input payroll data including timesheets, expenses, and variable payments Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and other leave-related entitlements Process salary sacrifice arrangements and other employee benefit schemes Apply annual pay reviews, increments, and cost of living adjustments Compliance & Accuracy Ensure all payroll processes are fully compliant with HMRC regulations and statutory requirements Prepare and submit RTI returns to HMRC accurately and on time Manage pension submissions, including auto-enrolment processes and provider uploads Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure robust audit trails are in place Conduct regular reconciliations and system checks to ensure data integrity Client Service & Communication Act as the main point of contact for payroll queries from clients and employees Provide clear, professional advice and support on payroll matters Respond promptly to enquiries via phone, email, and in person Produce payroll reports and management information for clients, including gross-to-net reporting Support billing processes through preparation of payroll-related client invoices Systems & Process Management Maintain and update payroll procedures and guidance notes Work closely with internal teams to support payroll system updates, testing, and improvements Support the development of efficient payroll workflows and best practice processes Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll systems and service delivery Governance & Reporting Maintain strong audit controls and support external audit requirements where needed Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures Provide payroll reporting and analysis to support client decision-making About You Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll in a high-volume or multi-client environment Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, NI, tax, and pensions Confident using payroll systems (Sage 50 experience desirable) High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a payroll function Positive, proactive, and service-oriented mindset What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to take ownership of a busy, varied payroll function Strong client exposure within a respected boutique practice in Carlisle Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and service development Long-term career stability with scope for progression How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion.
Are you an experienced public procurement professional looking to play a strategic role within a purpose-driven organisation while helping shape procurement excellence under the Procurement Act 2023? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement Manager to join the Finance, IT and Compliance Directorate at St Mungo s. This is a strategically important role within a highly visible procurement and contract management function supporting services that make a direct difference to vulnerable and homeless people across the UK. In this role you will: Lead compliant end-to-end procurement activity across a broad portfolio of goods, services and technology contracts, ensuring commercially robust and value-driven outcomes in line with the Procurement Act 2023. Deliver high-value competitive tenders, framework mini-competitions and sourcing exercises whilst developing procurement strategies, business cases and procurement plans that support organisational objectives and value for money. Act as a trusted commercial business partner to stakeholders across the organisation, providing procurement guidance, challenge and support to strengthen commercial decision-making and procurement capability. Identify opportunities for efficiencies, savings, supplier improvements and procurement innovation through spend analysis, market engagement and continuous improvement activity. Contribute to the ongoing development and modernisation of procurement governance, contract management practices, templates, training and best practice across St Mungo s. You will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Farringdon, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week from home, or other St Mungo s London or regional hub locations. About you We are looking for a commercially minded, proactive and collaborative procurement professional who can operate confidently within a complex stakeholder environment. You will be able to use your skills to contribute to the ongoing development of strategic procurement and contract management practices at St Mungo s. You will hold a minimum CIPS Level 4 qualified or studying towards this qualification. You will bring experience of business partnering, delivering procurement plans, and developing strategies. You will demonstrate your working knowledge in in procuring under relevant legislation and regulations. We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level. How to apply To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document tab on the advert page on our website. To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo s careers page on our website. Closing date: 10am on 3 July 2026 Interview and assessments on: 21-22 July 2026 What we offer Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Great Pay and Other Benefits
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced public procurement professional looking to play a strategic role within a purpose-driven organisation while helping shape procurement excellence under the Procurement Act 2023? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement Manager to join the Finance, IT and Compliance Directorate at St Mungo s. This is a strategically important role within a highly visible procurement and contract management function supporting services that make a direct difference to vulnerable and homeless people across the UK. In this role you will: Lead compliant end-to-end procurement activity across a broad portfolio of goods, services and technology contracts, ensuring commercially robust and value-driven outcomes in line with the Procurement Act 2023. Deliver high-value competitive tenders, framework mini-competitions and sourcing exercises whilst developing procurement strategies, business cases and procurement plans that support organisational objectives and value for money. Act as a trusted commercial business partner to stakeholders across the organisation, providing procurement guidance, challenge and support to strengthen commercial decision-making and procurement capability. Identify opportunities for efficiencies, savings, supplier improvements and procurement innovation through spend analysis, market engagement and continuous improvement activity. Contribute to the ongoing development and modernisation of procurement governance, contract management practices, templates, training and best practice across St Mungo s. You will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Farringdon, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week from home, or other St Mungo s London or regional hub locations. About you We are looking for a commercially minded, proactive and collaborative procurement professional who can operate confidently within a complex stakeholder environment. You will be able to use your skills to contribute to the ongoing development of strategic procurement and contract management practices at St Mungo s. You will hold a minimum CIPS Level 4 qualified or studying towards this qualification. You will bring experience of business partnering, delivering procurement plans, and developing strategies. You will demonstrate your working knowledge in in procuring under relevant legislation and regulations. We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level. How to apply To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document tab on the advert page on our website. To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo s careers page on our website. Closing date: 10am on 3 July 2026 Interview and assessments on: 21-22 July 2026 What we offer Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Great Pay and Other Benefits
Database Administrator SQL Server T-SQL Sunbury On Thames (Hybrid - 2 days from home p/w) £45,000 - £60,000 + good Benefits Are you a skilled Database Administrator seeking an exciting new challenge in a collaborative, forward-thinking development environment? If you thrive on optimising SQL infrastructure, safeguarding data integrity, and partnering with development teams to shape scalable software solutions, this is a must-apply opportunity for you. A globally recognised technology leader based in Sunbury-on-Thames is looking for a proactive Database Administrator to manage, secure, and evolve their core MS SQL Server environments. Operating on a modern hybrid structure, you will enjoy a fantastic balance of team collaboration and home-based focus. Your Key Responsibilities Database Maintenance & Security: Manage and support MS SQL Servers, designing data backups, reviewing security procedures, managing user permissions, and applying crucial patches or upgrades. Performance Tuning & Optimisation: Monitor, optimise and deliver performance tuning or modifications to software code and database migrations to ensure high availability and prevent data loss. Development Collaboration: Partner closely with application developers on data models, system scalability, and security compliance using Azure DevOps. Support & Documentation: Maintain content across production environments, write accurate technical documentation, update policies/procedures, and provide application training or backup support to the wider team. Your Skills & Experience SQL Expertise: Solid DBA experience with strong Transact-SQL (T-SQL) skills and deep knowledge of MS SQL Server administration. Desirable Extras: Experience with C#, SSIS, SSAS, Power Apps, MS Access, RedGate tools (including database DevOps), or knowledge of JD Edwards (Oracle EnterpriseOne) data structures. Ready to Apply? If you are ready to take ownership of a business-critical database environment and drive modern database practices forward, we want to hear from you. Click apply below to submit your CV and let's discuss your next career move! If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: MS SQL DBA, SQL Server Administrator, T-SQL Developer, Production DBA, Database Engineer, SSIS Developer, Database DevOps. 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.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Database Administrator SQL Server T-SQL Sunbury On Thames (Hybrid - 2 days from home p/w) £45,000 - £60,000 + good Benefits Are you a skilled Database Administrator seeking an exciting new challenge in a collaborative, forward-thinking development environment? If you thrive on optimising SQL infrastructure, safeguarding data integrity, and partnering with development teams to shape scalable software solutions, this is a must-apply opportunity for you. A globally recognised technology leader based in Sunbury-on-Thames is looking for a proactive Database Administrator to manage, secure, and evolve their core MS SQL Server environments. Operating on a modern hybrid structure, you will enjoy a fantastic balance of team collaboration and home-based focus. Your Key Responsibilities Database Maintenance & Security: Manage and support MS SQL Servers, designing data backups, reviewing security procedures, managing user permissions, and applying crucial patches or upgrades. Performance Tuning & Optimisation: Monitor, optimise and deliver performance tuning or modifications to software code and database migrations to ensure high availability and prevent data loss. Development Collaboration: Partner closely with application developers on data models, system scalability, and security compliance using Azure DevOps. Support & Documentation: Maintain content across production environments, write accurate technical documentation, update policies/procedures, and provide application training or backup support to the wider team. Your Skills & Experience SQL Expertise: Solid DBA experience with strong Transact-SQL (T-SQL) skills and deep knowledge of MS SQL Server administration. Desirable Extras: Experience with C#, SSIS, SSAS, Power Apps, MS Access, RedGate tools (including database DevOps), or knowledge of JD Edwards (Oracle EnterpriseOne) data structures. Ready to Apply? If you are ready to take ownership of a business-critical database environment and drive modern database practices forward, we want to hear from you. Click apply below to submit your CV and let's discuss your next career move! If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: MS SQL DBA, SQL Server Administrator, T-SQL Developer, Production DBA, Database Engineer, SSIS Developer, Database DevOps. 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.
ICT Trainer Contract until 31 March 2027 | East Midlands | Hybrid Working | Inside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Dependent on Experience Data Careers is supporting a secure public sector organisation in the East Midlands in the search for an experienced ICT Trainer. This is an opportunity to join a Learning & Development function that plays a critical role in ensuring staff have the skills, knowledge and confidence required to make effective use of technology in a fast-paced operational environment. You'll be responsible for designing, developing and delivering engaging ICT training programmes, helping users adopt new systems, improve their digital skills and utilise technology safely and effectively. Security & Eligibility Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must: Be UK-based. Have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of five years. Be eligible to obtain NPPV3 and SC clearance. Existing police vetting, NPPV3 and/or SC clearance would be highly advantageous. Candidates who do not meet the residency requirement will not be able to progress through the vetting process. The Opportunity Working as part of an established Learning & Development team, you will deliver ICT training to staff across the organisation, supporting both new system implementations and ongoing user development. You'll work closely with subject matter experts, operational teams and stakeholders to ensure training materials remain relevant, engaging and aligned with organisational requirements. This role would suit an experienced ICT Trainer, Digital Trainer, Systems Trainer or Learning & Development professional with a passion for helping people build confidence and capability in the use of technology. Hybrid working is available, with attendance in Lincolnshire typically expected around one day per week, although flexibility is available depending on business needs. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and deliver ICT training programmes and workshops. Create and maintain training materials, lesson plans and learning resources. Deliver classroom-based, virtual and one-to-one training sessions. Conduct training needs analysis and identify learning requirements. Assess learner understanding and provide feedback and support. Work with subject matter experts to ensure training content remains accurate and up to date. Support users through system upgrades, process changes and technology adoption initiatives. Promote best practice around data protection, information security and acceptable use of technology. Maintain positive relationships with learners, stakeholders and partner organisations. Essential Experience Experience delivering ICT, systems or digital skills training. Experience designing and developing training materials and learning resources. Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business applications. Desirable Experience AET, PTLLS, CIPD Learning & Development qualification or equivalent training certification. Experience delivering training within a public sector, policing or regulated environment. Experience supporting technology change and user adoption programmes. Knowledge of learning management systems and digital learning tools. Experience conducting formal training needs analysis. What We're Looking For We're seeking an engaging and adaptable trainer who enjoys helping people develop new skills and get the most from technology. You'll be confident working with stakeholders at all levels, comfortable delivering training to a variety of audiences and committed to creating positive learning experiences that deliver measurable outcomes. Apply Now If you're an experienced ICT Trainer, Digital Trainer, Systems Trainer or Learning & Development professional looking for a long-term contract opportunity within a secure public sector environment, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply ASAP with an up-to-date CV. Suitable candidates may be progressed before the closing date.
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
ICT Trainer Contract until 31 March 2027 | East Midlands | Hybrid Working | Inside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Dependent on Experience Data Careers is supporting a secure public sector organisation in the East Midlands in the search for an experienced ICT Trainer. This is an opportunity to join a Learning & Development function that plays a critical role in ensuring staff have the skills, knowledge and confidence required to make effective use of technology in a fast-paced operational environment. You'll be responsible for designing, developing and delivering engaging ICT training programmes, helping users adopt new systems, improve their digital skills and utilise technology safely and effectively. Security & Eligibility Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must: Be UK-based. Have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of five years. Be eligible to obtain NPPV3 and SC clearance. Existing police vetting, NPPV3 and/or SC clearance would be highly advantageous. Candidates who do not meet the residency requirement will not be able to progress through the vetting process. The Opportunity Working as part of an established Learning & Development team, you will deliver ICT training to staff across the organisation, supporting both new system implementations and ongoing user development. You'll work closely with subject matter experts, operational teams and stakeholders to ensure training materials remain relevant, engaging and aligned with organisational requirements. This role would suit an experienced ICT Trainer, Digital Trainer, Systems Trainer or Learning & Development professional with a passion for helping people build confidence and capability in the use of technology. Hybrid working is available, with attendance in Lincolnshire typically expected around one day per week, although flexibility is available depending on business needs. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and deliver ICT training programmes and workshops. Create and maintain training materials, lesson plans and learning resources. Deliver classroom-based, virtual and one-to-one training sessions. Conduct training needs analysis and identify learning requirements. Assess learner understanding and provide feedback and support. Work with subject matter experts to ensure training content remains accurate and up to date. Support users through system upgrades, process changes and technology adoption initiatives. Promote best practice around data protection, information security and acceptable use of technology. Maintain positive relationships with learners, stakeholders and partner organisations. Essential Experience Experience delivering ICT, systems or digital skills training. Experience designing and developing training materials and learning resources. Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business applications. Desirable Experience AET, PTLLS, CIPD Learning & Development qualification or equivalent training certification. Experience delivering training within a public sector, policing or regulated environment. Experience supporting technology change and user adoption programmes. Knowledge of learning management systems and digital learning tools. Experience conducting formal training needs analysis. What We're Looking For We're seeking an engaging and adaptable trainer who enjoys helping people develop new skills and get the most from technology. You'll be confident working with stakeholders at all levels, comfortable delivering training to a variety of audiences and committed to creating positive learning experiences that deliver measurable outcomes. Apply Now If you're an experienced ICT Trainer, Digital Trainer, Systems Trainer or Learning & Development professional looking for a long-term contract opportunity within a secure public sector environment, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply ASAP with an up-to-date CV. Suitable candidates may be progressed before the closing date.
Service Desk Analyst - Up to £36K PA - Poole - Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) Location: Poole - Hybrid (4DPW On-Site) Salary: £30-36K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We are partnering with a growing technology business delivering complex software solutions to customers across the UK. With an established customer base, a strong market presence and a focus on service excellence, they are looking to strengthen their Service team with the addition of a Service Desk Analyst. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative organisation where you'll have real ownership, exposure to a variety of technologies and the chance to contribute to both operational improvements and key business projects. The Candidate: You will have experience working within a Service Desk, Application Support, IT Support or Technical Support environment, ideally within a software, SaaS or technology-led business. You'll be customer-focused, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working within ITIL-based processes, handling incidents, problems and service requests is essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with a genuine passion for customer service. You'll take ownership of issues, enjoy solving problems and have a proactive approach to service delivery, stakeholder engagement and continual service improvement. The Role: We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Service Desk Analyst to support the delivery of critical software services used by customers across the UK. Working closely with the Service Manager, Product Managers and wider technical teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining service quality, resolving operational issues and driving continual service improvements. This is a varied role combining service operations, customer support, service reporting and operational improvement responsibilities. You'll be involved in customer onboarding activities, service monitoring, problem management, reporting and supporting the delivery of high-quality services across a portfolio of bespoke software solutions. The successful candidate will help ensure service performance remains aligned to customer expectations and SLAs while identifying opportunities to enhance processes, improve operational efficiency and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Key Duties: Manage and progress incidents, problems and service requests through to resolution Take ownership of problem records, ensuring long-standing issues are driven through to completion Support customer onboarding activities and project implementations Assist with change management and release management processes Manage and maintain service monitoring solutions Carry out capacity planning and trend analysis activities Produce, review and present customer-facing service reports Support the prioritisation of live defects and operational issues Validate and communicate software release notes to customers Work proactively with technical teams to ensure service availability and performance Conduct quality reviews of operational service activities Work closely with Product Managers to represent customer concerns and business impact Support delivery of non-functional customer requirements within an operational setting Manage and drive customer actions through to successful completion Contribute to continual service improvement initiatives Requirements: Previous experience within a Service Desk, IT Support, Application Support or Technical Support role Experience working within an ITIL-based environment Experience operating against customer SLAs Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook and Word Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks effectively Nice to Have (Not Essential): Application Support experience Experience within a software development or SaaS environment Jira and/or Zendesk experience Experience with incident, problem and change management processes Experience using monitoring tools BI or reporting tool experience Experience supporting service reporting, capacity planning or trend analysis Supplier or vendor management experience Experience supporting software releases Knowledge of JavaScript or another Scripting language To apply for Service Desk Analyst Permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Service Desk Analyst - Up to £36K PA - Poole - Hybrid (4 DPW On-Site) Location: Poole - Hybrid (4DPW On-Site) Salary: £30-36K Per Annum Benefits: Discretionary bonus, healthcare, pension, life assurance, hybrid working, career development, and regular team events The Client: We are partnering with a growing technology business delivering complex software solutions to customers across the UK. With an established customer base, a strong market presence and a focus on service excellence, they are looking to strengthen their Service team with the addition of a Service Desk Analyst. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative organisation where you'll have real ownership, exposure to a variety of technologies and the chance to contribute to both operational improvements and key business projects. The Candidate: You will have experience working within a Service Desk, Application Support, IT Support or Technical Support environment, ideally within a software, SaaS or technology-led business. You'll be customer-focused, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working within ITIL-based processes, handling incidents, problems and service requests is essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with a genuine passion for customer service. You'll take ownership of issues, enjoy solving problems and have a proactive approach to service delivery, stakeholder engagement and continual service improvement. The Role: We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Service Desk Analyst to support the delivery of critical software services used by customers across the UK. Working closely with the Service Manager, Product Managers and wider technical teams, you'll play a key role in maintaining service quality, resolving operational issues and driving continual service improvements. This is a varied role combining service operations, customer support, service reporting and operational improvement responsibilities. You'll be involved in customer onboarding activities, service monitoring, problem management, reporting and supporting the delivery of high-quality services across a portfolio of bespoke software solutions. The successful candidate will help ensure service performance remains aligned to customer expectations and SLAs while identifying opportunities to enhance processes, improve operational efficiency and deliver an exceptional customer experience. Key Duties: Manage and progress incidents, problems and service requests through to resolution Take ownership of problem records, ensuring long-standing issues are driven through to completion Support customer onboarding activities and project implementations Assist with change management and release management processes Manage and maintain service monitoring solutions Carry out capacity planning and trend analysis activities Produce, review and present customer-facing service reports Support the prioritisation of live defects and operational issues Validate and communicate software release notes to customers Work proactively with technical teams to ensure service availability and performance Conduct quality reviews of operational service activities Work closely with Product Managers to represent customer concerns and business impact Support delivery of non-functional customer requirements within an operational setting Manage and drive customer actions through to successful completion Contribute to continual service improvement initiatives Requirements: Previous experience within a Service Desk, IT Support, Application Support or Technical Support role Experience working within an ITIL-based environment Experience operating against customer SLAs Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook and Word Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks effectively Nice to Have (Not Essential): Application Support experience Experience within a software development or SaaS environment Jira and/or Zendesk experience Experience with incident, problem and change management processes Experience using monitoring tools BI or reporting tool experience Experience supporting service reporting, capacity planning or trend analysis Supplier or vendor management experience Experience supporting software releases Knowledge of JavaScript or another Scripting language To apply for Service Desk Analyst Permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
ROLE TITLE: Oracle Reports Designer/Developer LOCATION: Remote/London CLEARANCE:The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure an Oracle Reports Designer/Developer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: We're supporting the Synergy Programme, one of the UK Government's largest transformation initiatives, delivering a shared-services HR, Finance, and Payroll solution across multiple departments. This programme will modernise systems and processes for over 250,000 civil servants, improving the employee experience across a uniquely diverse workforce-from frontline operational roles to senior judiciary. We're looking for a skilled Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Reports Developer to join the team and support data archival and reporting design activities within this complex ERP transformation. Your Key Responsibilities: Design and develop reports and dashboards in Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Support data archival and reporting strategies aligned to ERP implementation Translate business requirements into scalable analytics solutions Work closely with functional and technical teams across Oracle Application Operations Ensure reporting outputs meet governance, audit, and compliance requirements Your Skills: Experience with Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Proven ability to analyse requirements and deliver Oracle analytics solutions Experience working within large-scale transformation programmes Solid understanding of data modelling and reporting design Benefits Include: * Contributory pension scheme * Employee Assistance Program * Medical and Dental cover * 22 days holiday + bank holidays * Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave * Sick pay Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
ROLE TITLE: Oracle Reports Designer/Developer LOCATION: Remote/London CLEARANCE:The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure an Oracle Reports Designer/Developer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: We're supporting the Synergy Programme, one of the UK Government's largest transformation initiatives, delivering a shared-services HR, Finance, and Payroll solution across multiple departments. This programme will modernise systems and processes for over 250,000 civil servants, improving the employee experience across a uniquely diverse workforce-from frontline operational roles to senior judiciary. We're looking for a skilled Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Reports Developer to join the team and support data archival and reporting design activities within this complex ERP transformation. Your Key Responsibilities: Design and develop reports and dashboards in Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Support data archival and reporting strategies aligned to ERP implementation Translate business requirements into scalable analytics solutions Work closely with functional and technical teams across Oracle Application Operations Ensure reporting outputs meet governance, audit, and compliance requirements Your Skills: Experience with Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) Proven ability to analyse requirements and deliver Oracle analytics solutions Experience working within large-scale transformation programmes Solid understanding of data modelling and reporting design Benefits Include: * Contributory pension scheme * Employee Assistance Program * Medical and Dental cover * 22 days holiday + bank holidays * Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave * Sick pay Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
As part of the Software Engineering team, you'll be joining a well-loved historic brand, working on solutions that serves millions of loyal customers and thousands of colleagues. With ethical values that run right through the company's core and technology leaders that truly understand software engineers and engineering, it's an exciting time as we're transforming into a digital first and engineering-led organization, with the quality of our engineering team being a key differentiator. We are seeking a passionate Staff Software Engineer who will provide technical expertise, ship brilliantly and operate with excellence. Being creative, curious, and fearless, you will be an integral part of our empowered, self-managing, multi-disciplinary engineering teams - designing, building, releasing, and maintaining products. Working as an equal partner with the Product and Delivery teams you will deliver elegant and robust solutions to solve complex problems for our customers and colleagues. You will play a key role in driving our ambition to create a best-in-class software engineering team, environment, and culture. We are looking for people to join our community of engineers to drive this transformation, build a modern digital ecosystem using exciting technologies and do the best work of their careers. You'll be working closely with other Software Engineers and Product Managers to collaboratively solve problems. There will be day-to-day interactions with Technical Programme Managers, who you'll work with to constantly evolve your team's ways of working. Depending on your team, you could also interact with other specialists such as Head of Departments, Architects, Data Scientists, UX/UI Designers, and analytics experts. As a member of Software Engineering, you'll also have the opportunity to work with and learn from other engineers and specialists in the organization through Business Platforms, Product Portfolios, Product Groups, other teams, Communities of Practice (Fellowships), strategic assemblies (Orchestras) or special interest groups (Guilds). Key skills/knowledge/e xperience: Experience in configuring IBM Sterling Intelligent Promising (SIP ) IV and Promising modules and familiar with tenant level, IV and promising APIs Experience in integrating IBM Sterling Intelligent Promising ( SIP ) with external system and OMS Experience as an Engineer for IBM Sterling Order Management System. Experience as an Engineer for IBM Customer Order Management System. UNIX and Windows operating systems UNIX Shell, XML, SQL Java programming and J2EE architecture Relational database experience (Oracle, DB2 or SQL) Hands-on experience in developing solutions using Sterling OMS Thorough knowledge of Sterling OMS product and various flows Sterling OMS solution design Architectural assessments, strategies, and roadmaps to ensure optimal application performance Experiencing in interacting with Business/Product Owners Attitude to learn new things quickly Experience in Retail and E-commerce is a plus Written tests in TDD/BDD, Integration test, Performance, Acceptance test and Contract testing. Hands on knowledge and implementation in cloud platforms like Azure & AWS. Experience in defining pipelines for Build and deployment in any Cloud platforms using CI/CD tools such as Concourse/Jenkins/GitActions Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools. Overall 10 + years of experience development experience. Good to have: 10+ years of hands on development experience
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
As part of the Software Engineering team, you'll be joining a well-loved historic brand, working on solutions that serves millions of loyal customers and thousands of colleagues. With ethical values that run right through the company's core and technology leaders that truly understand software engineers and engineering, it's an exciting time as we're transforming into a digital first and engineering-led organization, with the quality of our engineering team being a key differentiator. We are seeking a passionate Staff Software Engineer who will provide technical expertise, ship brilliantly and operate with excellence. Being creative, curious, and fearless, you will be an integral part of our empowered, self-managing, multi-disciplinary engineering teams - designing, building, releasing, and maintaining products. Working as an equal partner with the Product and Delivery teams you will deliver elegant and robust solutions to solve complex problems for our customers and colleagues. You will play a key role in driving our ambition to create a best-in-class software engineering team, environment, and culture. We are looking for people to join our community of engineers to drive this transformation, build a modern digital ecosystem using exciting technologies and do the best work of their careers. You'll be working closely with other Software Engineers and Product Managers to collaboratively solve problems. There will be day-to-day interactions with Technical Programme Managers, who you'll work with to constantly evolve your team's ways of working. Depending on your team, you could also interact with other specialists such as Head of Departments, Architects, Data Scientists, UX/UI Designers, and analytics experts. As a member of Software Engineering, you'll also have the opportunity to work with and learn from other engineers and specialists in the organization through Business Platforms, Product Portfolios, Product Groups, other teams, Communities of Practice (Fellowships), strategic assemblies (Orchestras) or special interest groups (Guilds). Key skills/knowledge/e xperience: Experience in configuring IBM Sterling Intelligent Promising (SIP ) IV and Promising modules and familiar with tenant level, IV and promising APIs Experience in integrating IBM Sterling Intelligent Promising ( SIP ) with external system and OMS Experience as an Engineer for IBM Sterling Order Management System. Experience as an Engineer for IBM Customer Order Management System. UNIX and Windows operating systems UNIX Shell, XML, SQL Java programming and J2EE architecture Relational database experience (Oracle, DB2 or SQL) Hands-on experience in developing solutions using Sterling OMS Thorough knowledge of Sterling OMS product and various flows Sterling OMS solution design Architectural assessments, strategies, and roadmaps to ensure optimal application performance Experiencing in interacting with Business/Product Owners Attitude to learn new things quickly Experience in Retail and E-commerce is a plus Written tests in TDD/BDD, Integration test, Performance, Acceptance test and Contract testing. Hands on knowledge and implementation in cloud platforms like Azure & AWS. Experience in defining pipelines for Build and deployment in any Cloud platforms using CI/CD tools such as Concourse/Jenkins/GitActions Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools. Overall 10 + years of experience development experience. Good to have: 10+ years of hands on development experience
Test Manager (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic and dynamic QA Lead/ Test Manager to partner with key departments across the EMEA region to lead and drive testing and automation requirements for specific projects within the ECB programme. This pivotal role is accountable for the successful delivery of key vertical cross functional test activities covering Test Strategy and Planning, Test automation, effective ECB test team management, and comprehensive stakeholder engagement. The QA Lead/ Test Manager role will work closely with the Programme Test Manager, IT PMs and Project stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities: Manage FT, SIT, UAT, targeted release BAU testing and regression testing Demonstrate via testing that regulatory rules are understood and followed as they are intended. Demonstrate adaptability around key Firmwide decisions and directives. Manage test environment requirements Facilitating Test calls and coordinating defect resolution with the business, development and vendor QA Testing of data flows, transformation rules, system integration (E2E), exceptions and control logs. Report to Project and Programme Manager for weekly progress and updates. Engage with monthly batch runs to monitor if any failure triggers and need to be covered on Quality Assurance. Ensure effective delivery of planned releases for AQR and Stress Test. Ensure that business changes are reviewed for impact on existing and functional DataMart, so that planned changes are implemented safely and effectively. Overseeing defect management by logging and tracking issues in Jira Generating Test pack for planned releases covering all test reports and evidences, aligning to all critical stakeholders to get sign off for QA activities. Create Regression Test Pack and track the execution using the Jira add-in X-ray. Skills & Experience: Excellent QA Lead experience Understanding of Risk, finance and Regulatory Initiatives. Experience in data warehouse testing, process flow, good knowledge of risk, finance and regulatory data. Experience in the following tools and platforms: ETL (preferred DataStage), Tivoli, Experience of working in regulatory environment with sensitive data covering Risk, Finance and Regulatory. Experience of working on regulatory reporting and business-wide projects Established network within the Regulatory Reporting space. Proven "hands on" experience with Test regulatory reporting requirements. Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements. Demonstrated experience of creating technical requirements/specification documentation Strong work ethic with focus on meeting deadlines and objectives Demonstrated understanding and delivery, including migration, Transformation, Datawarehouse implementation, data quality and analytics. Understanding of Regulatory processes and BAU expectations Demonstrated experience dealing with high level stakeholders in a financial environment. Qualification in Finance or Regulatory discipline preferred (not necessary) Must have hands on knowledge for ETL tool like DataStage, Tivoli. Experience with SQL, data profiling, data quality and analytics. Good Excel based spreadsheet, quantitative and data management skills. Experience in both waterfall and agile delivery preferred. Knowledge of software for use in project life cycles, e.g., JIRA, Confluence, MS Office Suite. Strong skills working with MS Excel, MS Project, MS Word, MS Power Point, and SQL. Familiarity with VBA preferred. Experience using XRAY test management tool. Risk, Finance and regulatory reporting experience Experience of end to end testing the new framework implementation in regulatory space. Ideally familiar with XRAY test management tool. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Test Manager (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic and dynamic QA Lead/ Test Manager to partner with key departments across the EMEA region to lead and drive testing and automation requirements for specific projects within the ECB programme. This pivotal role is accountable for the successful delivery of key vertical cross functional test activities covering Test Strategy and Planning, Test automation, effective ECB test team management, and comprehensive stakeholder engagement. The QA Lead/ Test Manager role will work closely with the Programme Test Manager, IT PMs and Project stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities: Manage FT, SIT, UAT, targeted release BAU testing and regression testing Demonstrate via testing that regulatory rules are understood and followed as they are intended. Demonstrate adaptability around key Firmwide decisions and directives. Manage test environment requirements Facilitating Test calls and coordinating defect resolution with the business, development and vendor QA Testing of data flows, transformation rules, system integration (E2E), exceptions and control logs. Report to Project and Programme Manager for weekly progress and updates. Engage with monthly batch runs to monitor if any failure triggers and need to be covered on Quality Assurance. Ensure effective delivery of planned releases for AQR and Stress Test. Ensure that business changes are reviewed for impact on existing and functional DataMart, so that planned changes are implemented safely and effectively. Overseeing defect management by logging and tracking issues in Jira Generating Test pack for planned releases covering all test reports and evidences, aligning to all critical stakeholders to get sign off for QA activities. Create Regression Test Pack and track the execution using the Jira add-in X-ray. Skills & Experience: Excellent QA Lead experience Understanding of Risk, finance and Regulatory Initiatives. Experience in data warehouse testing, process flow, good knowledge of risk, finance and regulatory data. Experience in the following tools and platforms: ETL (preferred DataStage), Tivoli, Experience of working in regulatory environment with sensitive data covering Risk, Finance and Regulatory. Experience of working on regulatory reporting and business-wide projects Established network within the Regulatory Reporting space. Proven "hands on" experience with Test regulatory reporting requirements. Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements. Demonstrated experience of creating technical requirements/specification documentation Strong work ethic with focus on meeting deadlines and objectives Demonstrated understanding and delivery, including migration, Transformation, Datawarehouse implementation, data quality and analytics. Understanding of Regulatory processes and BAU expectations Demonstrated experience dealing with high level stakeholders in a financial environment. Qualification in Finance or Regulatory discipline preferred (not necessary) Must have hands on knowledge for ETL tool like DataStage, Tivoli. Experience with SQL, data profiling, data quality and analytics. Good Excel based spreadsheet, quantitative and data management skills. Experience in both waterfall and agile delivery preferred. Knowledge of software for use in project life cycles, e.g., JIRA, Confluence, MS Office Suite. Strong skills working with MS Excel, MS Project, MS Word, MS Power Point, and SQL. Familiarity with VBA preferred. Experience using XRAY test management tool. Risk, Finance and regulatory reporting experience Experience of end to end testing the new framework implementation in regulatory space. Ideally familiar with XRAY test management tool. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.