Your new company Hays is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic Manufacturing business that is based in the Preston area. This company manufactures a high quality product that is sold across the UK and internationally. You will be joining a professional team and embed yourself within the operations leadership team as their financial expert. Your new role As Financial Controller you will be the key financial liaison point for the site leadership. Reporting to a Group FC and on-site managing director, you will help guide financial decision making and ensure monthly management accounts are prepared in accordance with Group timetable.You will prepare forecasts and set the annual budget as well as monitoring key performance indicators.This role is heavily involved in supporting the production process and you will be using standard costing to set BOM's and monitor performance against these standards.You will be a key point of contact for CAPEX approvals and will need to manage stock control and other working capital items.As a key business partner to the team you will be responsible for analysing complex financial data and presenting it in an easy to understand format for the operational leaders. What you'll need to succeed We are looking for an experienced (qualified or QBE) accountant who has significant experience of manufacturing and site accounting.You must have strong communication skills and be able to work on your own initiative with minimal day to day supervision.Excel skills are essential for this role and you must have an advanced level of Excel skills including pivot tables / v look ups etc.This is a site based role so you must be available to work for 5 days a week on site in the Preston area. What you'll get in return This job offers you the opportunity to work for a large company that can really help propel your career. In addition to a competitive salary, you will get a great benefits package including generous holiday entitlement and private medical policy. What you need to do now If you're interested in this exciting Financial Controller job in Preston, 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic Manufacturing business that is based in the Preston area. This company manufactures a high quality product that is sold across the UK and internationally. You will be joining a professional team and embed yourself within the operations leadership team as their financial expert. Your new role As Financial Controller you will be the key financial liaison point for the site leadership. Reporting to a Group FC and on-site managing director, you will help guide financial decision making and ensure monthly management accounts are prepared in accordance with Group timetable.You will prepare forecasts and set the annual budget as well as monitoring key performance indicators.This role is heavily involved in supporting the production process and you will be using standard costing to set BOM's and monitor performance against these standards.You will be a key point of contact for CAPEX approvals and will need to manage stock control and other working capital items.As a key business partner to the team you will be responsible for analysing complex financial data and presenting it in an easy to understand format for the operational leaders. What you'll need to succeed We are looking for an experienced (qualified or QBE) accountant who has significant experience of manufacturing and site accounting.You must have strong communication skills and be able to work on your own initiative with minimal day to day supervision.Excel skills are essential for this role and you must have an advanced level of Excel skills including pivot tables / v look ups etc.This is a site based role so you must be available to work for 5 days a week on site in the Preston area. What you'll get in return This job offers you the opportunity to work for a large company that can really help propel your career. In addition to a competitive salary, you will get a great benefits package including generous holiday entitlement and private medical policy. What you need to do now If you're interested in this exciting Financial Controller job in Preston, 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Group HR Director - Global Manufacturing Salary: £135 153k + 25% Bonus + Executive Benefits Location: Hybrid / South London with International Travel We are recruiting a Group HR Director on behalf of a highly successful international manufacturing and industrial business operating across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia. This is a senior, hands-on Group HR leadership role with responsibility for developing and embedding the people infrastructure required to support continued international growth, organisational development and operational transformation across a complex global organisation. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, the role will play a key part in strengthening organisational capability, improving consistency and execution across international operations, and supporting the business through a significant period of growth and change. This role will particularly suit commercially grounded HR leaders with experience operating within international manufacturing, engineering, industrial, chemicals, process manufacturing or similarly complex operational environments. The role: • Lead the development and implementation of scalable HR frameworks across international operations • Build and standardise global HR policies, processes and organisational structures • Design and implement job architecture, grading and reward frameworks • Lead organisation design and workforce planning activity across multiple regions • Develop scalable recruitment, talent and succession frameworks • Embed performance management processes that drive accountability and organisational effectiveness • Support senior stakeholders through organisational change, restructuring and transformation activity • Strengthen HR systems, people data capability and reporting infrastructure • Support and influence senior leadership teams across the UK, Europe, USA and Asia • Help build a high-performance culture aligned to business growth objectives Candidate requirements: • Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership role within an international manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment • Strong experience supporting complex, multi-site and international operations • Demonstrated experience building scalable HR infrastructure and organisational frameworks • Strong organisational design, workforce planning, reward and performance management experience • Experience leading organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes • Commercially minded with the ability to align people strategy to operational and business performance • Comfortable operating within matrix and internationally distributed organisations • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level influencing capability • Pragmatic, resilient and hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate at pace • Experience supporting operations across Asia would be highly advantageous If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV. Smartsearch takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the hiring company and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU Opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business based in Catterick, North Yorkshire. You will be working within the Production Area, supporting the manufacturing of polyurethane and foam products. You will receive training and development in role, with the opportunity to build technical experience and progress internally. Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire £13.25 per hour Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm Working within a hands-on production environment Training and development available in role Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation Progression opportunities FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas UK full driving licence required due to location Temporary to Permanent opportunity THE BUSINESS Would you like to work for a specialist manufacturing business operating within the energy sector Westray Recruitment is working with a fantastic business based at Colburn Business Park in Catterick, North Yorkshire. The business manufactures specialist products using polyurethane and foam production processes and supports a range of production, testing, packing and inspection activities. The company is looking for an Operator to join its Production Area. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support production operations, machine set-up, product inspection, packing, documentation and general manufacturing duties. THE ROLE You will be responsible for setting up, adjusting and monitoring polyurethane and foam production machines, ensuring they are operated efficiently and safely. Some of your duties will include: Setting up and adjusting polyurethane and foam production machines Monitoring machines for efficient and economical use Reporting any issues immediately to the Team Leader or Head of Production Loading chemicals into machines by hand, lifting equipment or forklift truck Operating production equipment in line with standard operating procedures Using equipment such as ovens, heated tables, degassing units and compressors Processing standard company products including VBRs, bend stiffeners and seals Completing job cards, maintenance records, calibration forms, scrap records, NCRs and housekeeping forms Cleaning, priming, assembling and maintaining moulds Reading and understanding basic manufacturing drawings Inspecting products using measuring equipment Assisting the Team Leader and Head of Production with production schedules Assisting engineers with testing activities on and off site Maintaining tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, forklift trucks and production equipment Reporting any defects immediately Packing goods ready for shipment Assembling and building up components Completing product inspection and record keeping Controlling goods coming into the company and allocating them to the correct projects Carrying out manual handling duties safely Following all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies Complying with company policies, procedures and instructions Supporting a range of work to help the department respond to business requirements Performing any other duties assigned by the Directors or Head of Production THE PERSON You will have a positive, practical and hands-on approach to work. You will be able to follow instructions carefully, work methodically and communicate clearly with colleagues across the production team. This role would suit someone with experience in manufacturing, production, polyurethane, foam processes, product inspection or a similar hands-on environment. You will need: Ability to follow written and spoken instructions Good communication skills Good numeracy and literacy skills Excellent teamwork skills Ability to work quickly and methodically Ability to work with minimal supervision Willingness to follow directions closely Ability to use necessary tools and machines Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including polyurethane and foam UK full driving licence THE PACKAGE Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire £13.25 per hour Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm Working within a hands-on production environment Training and development available in role Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation Progression opportunities FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas UK full driving licence required due to location Temporary to Permanent opportunity TO APPLY Please apply for this position through (url removed) and your CV will go directly to our consultant who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with the Industrial team on (phone number removed).
Jun 14, 2026
Seasonal
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU Opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business based in Catterick, North Yorkshire. You will be working within the Production Area, supporting the manufacturing of polyurethane and foam products. You will receive training and development in role, with the opportunity to build technical experience and progress internally. Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire £13.25 per hour Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm Working within a hands-on production environment Training and development available in role Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation Progression opportunities FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas UK full driving licence required due to location Temporary to Permanent opportunity THE BUSINESS Would you like to work for a specialist manufacturing business operating within the energy sector Westray Recruitment is working with a fantastic business based at Colburn Business Park in Catterick, North Yorkshire. The business manufactures specialist products using polyurethane and foam production processes and supports a range of production, testing, packing and inspection activities. The company is looking for an Operator to join its Production Area. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will support production operations, machine set-up, product inspection, packing, documentation and general manufacturing duties. THE ROLE You will be responsible for setting up, adjusting and monitoring polyurethane and foam production machines, ensuring they are operated efficiently and safely. Some of your duties will include: Setting up and adjusting polyurethane and foam production machines Monitoring machines for efficient and economical use Reporting any issues immediately to the Team Leader or Head of Production Loading chemicals into machines by hand, lifting equipment or forklift truck Operating production equipment in line with standard operating procedures Using equipment such as ovens, heated tables, degassing units and compressors Processing standard company products including VBRs, bend stiffeners and seals Completing job cards, maintenance records, calibration forms, scrap records, NCRs and housekeeping forms Cleaning, priming, assembling and maintaining moulds Reading and understanding basic manufacturing drawings Inspecting products using measuring equipment Assisting the Team Leader and Head of Production with production schedules Assisting engineers with testing activities on and off site Maintaining tools, vehicles, lifting equipment, forklift trucks and production equipment Reporting any defects immediately Packing goods ready for shipment Assembling and building up components Completing product inspection and record keeping Controlling goods coming into the company and allocating them to the correct projects Carrying out manual handling duties safely Following all Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental policies Complying with company policies, procedures and instructions Supporting a range of work to help the department respond to business requirements Performing any other duties assigned by the Directors or Head of Production THE PERSON You will have a positive, practical and hands-on approach to work. You will be able to follow instructions carefully, work methodically and communicate clearly with colleagues across the production team. This role would suit someone with experience in manufacturing, production, polyurethane, foam processes, product inspection or a similar hands-on environment. You will need: Ability to follow written and spoken instructions Good communication skills Good numeracy and literacy skills Excellent teamwork skills Ability to work quickly and methodically Ability to work with minimal supervision Willingness to follow directions closely Ability to use necessary tools and machines Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including polyurethane and foam UK full driving licence THE PACKAGE Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturing business Based in Catterick, North Yorkshire £13.25 per hour Monday to Thursday dayshift only 6:30am to 4:30pm Working within a hands-on production environment Training and development available in role Opportunity to build technical skills across production, inspection, packing and machinery operation Progression opportunities FLT, IOSH, First Aid and Fire Marshall qualifications are desirable or development areas UK full driving licence required due to location Temporary to Permanent opportunity TO APPLY Please apply for this position through (url removed) and your CV will go directly to our consultant who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with the Industrial team on (phone number removed).
Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Network IT is currently recruiting for an experienced IDAM Infrastructure Engineer to provide expert design, operational support and administration of identity, access management and certificate services within a secure government environment. This role requires strong technical expertise across on-premises Active Directory, Microsoft Azure / Entra ID and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), supporting business critical platforms to ensure resilience, compliance and secure authentication services. You will work alongside a skilled technical team supporting government platforms and services, contributing to both BAU operations and project delivery. Please note that this is a DV Cleared role, so you must be a British Citizen, ideally holding DV level clearance. Role: IDAM Infrastructure Engineer Duration: 6 Months Status: Inside IR35 Rate: 590 per day Location: Milton Keynes Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days onsite usually) Key Responsibilities and Skills: Design, support and troubleshoot Active Directory environments Strong knowledge of AD: Forests, domains, trusts, Group Policy, DNS and AD security hardening Hybrid Identity management between on-prem AD and Azure cloud Support identity federation, RBAC, Conditional Access and Zero Trust technologies Administer PKI services and certificate lifecycle management Ensure services meet security, compliance and governance standards Automate identity and certificate management tasks using PowerShell Desirable certifications: MCSE, MCSA, SC-300 and AZ-104 Must be a British Citizen This is a DV Cleared role
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Network IT is currently recruiting for an experienced IDAM Infrastructure Engineer to provide expert design, operational support and administration of identity, access management and certificate services within a secure government environment. This role requires strong technical expertise across on-premises Active Directory, Microsoft Azure / Entra ID and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), supporting business critical platforms to ensure resilience, compliance and secure authentication services. You will work alongside a skilled technical team supporting government platforms and services, contributing to both BAU operations and project delivery. Please note that this is a DV Cleared role, so you must be a British Citizen, ideally holding DV level clearance. Role: IDAM Infrastructure Engineer Duration: 6 Months Status: Inside IR35 Rate: 590 per day Location: Milton Keynes Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days onsite usually) Key Responsibilities and Skills: Design, support and troubleshoot Active Directory environments Strong knowledge of AD: Forests, domains, trusts, Group Policy, DNS and AD security hardening Hybrid Identity management between on-prem AD and Azure cloud Support identity federation, RBAC, Conditional Access and Zero Trust technologies Administer PKI services and certificate lifecycle management Ensure services meet security, compliance and governance standards Automate identity and certificate management tasks using PowerShell Desirable certifications: MCSE, MCSA, SC-300 and AZ-104 Must be a British Citizen This is a DV Cleared role
Vacancy job title: Project Manager - Strategic Remote Access Start Date: ASAP Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (Hybrid) Job description: We are seeking a highly skilled and delivery focused Remote Access Project Manager to lead end to end implementation and optimisation of remote access technologies across a complex, multi domain enterprise environment. This role will oversee projects involving Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT ecosystems, and remote access enablement within FMCG / retail environments, including large scale supermarket operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of secure, scalable, and high performing remote access solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs, technology standards, and operational requirements. This role requires exceptional stakeholder management, strong governance discipline, and the ability to coordinate cross functional engineering, security, and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop deployments, Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity solutions across corporate and store environments. Define project scope, milestones, and delivery plans, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and operational constraints. Coordinate with engineering, security, OT, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of AVD, Zscaler, and IoT/OT connectivity requirements. Oversee readiness assessments for remote access across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholder expectations across technology, operations, retail leadership, and third party vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely decision making. Ensure remote access solutions meet performance, security, and compliance requirements, including identity, device posture, and network segmentation. Develop and maintain project documentation, including RAID logs, delivery plans, architecture alignment packs, and governance artefacts. Monitor project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying mitigation strategies and ensuring escalation paths are followed. Support change management and adoption activities, ensuring store colleagues, corporate users, and operational teams are prepared for new remote access capabilities. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, handover documentation, and support models are fully defined. Drive continuous improvement across remote access processes, tooling, and user experience. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering complex infrastructure or remote access programmes in large enterprises. Deep expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop, including architecture, deployment, scaling, and operational considerations. Strong knowledge of Zscaler technologies, including ZIA, ZPA, and secure remote access patterns. Experience working with Operational Technology (OT) environments and understanding of the unique security and connectivity challenges they present. Understanding of IoT ecosystems, device onboarding, and secure connectivity patterns. FMCG or retail experience, ideally within supermarket or high volume store environments. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, technical teams, and operational stakeholders. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management accreditation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, dependencies, and cross functional delivery teams. Strong understanding of identity, access, and security principles relevant to remote access and cloud based environments. Desirable Skills Experience delivering remote access solutions across multi domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, conditional access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of network segmentation, zero trust principles, and secure access architecture. Experience working with store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Exposure to automation, scripting, or API driven configuration for remote access platforms. Experience working with third party managed service providers in large scale technology programmes. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
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Vacancy job title: Project Manager - Strategic Remote Access Start Date: ASAP Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (Hybrid) Job description: We are seeking a highly skilled and delivery focused Remote Access Project Manager to lead end to end implementation and optimisation of remote access technologies across a complex, multi domain enterprise environment. This role will oversee projects involving Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT ecosystems, and remote access enablement within FMCG / retail environments, including large scale supermarket operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of secure, scalable, and high performing remote access solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs, technology standards, and operational requirements. This role requires exceptional stakeholder management, strong governance discipline, and the ability to coordinate cross functional engineering, security, and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop deployments, Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity solutions across corporate and store environments. Define project scope, milestones, and delivery plans, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and operational constraints. Coordinate with engineering, security, OT, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of AVD, Zscaler, and IoT/OT connectivity requirements. Oversee readiness assessments for remote access across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholder expectations across technology, operations, retail leadership, and third party vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely decision making. Ensure remote access solutions meet performance, security, and compliance requirements, including identity, device posture, and network segmentation. Develop and maintain project documentation, including RAID logs, delivery plans, architecture alignment packs, and governance artefacts. Monitor project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying mitigation strategies and ensuring escalation paths are followed. Support change management and adoption activities, ensuring store colleagues, corporate users, and operational teams are prepared for new remote access capabilities. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, handover documentation, and support models are fully defined. Drive continuous improvement across remote access processes, tooling, and user experience. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering complex infrastructure or remote access programmes in large enterprises. Deep expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop, including architecture, deployment, scaling, and operational considerations. Strong knowledge of Zscaler technologies, including ZIA, ZPA, and secure remote access patterns. Experience working with Operational Technology (OT) environments and understanding of the unique security and connectivity challenges they present. Understanding of IoT ecosystems, device onboarding, and secure connectivity patterns. FMCG or retail experience, ideally within supermarket or high volume store environments. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, technical teams, and operational stakeholders. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management accreditation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, dependencies, and cross functional delivery teams. Strong understanding of identity, access, and security principles relevant to remote access and cloud based environments. Desirable Skills Experience delivering remote access solutions across multi domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, conditional access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of network segmentation, zero trust principles, and secure access architecture. Experience working with store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Exposure to automation, scripting, or API driven configuration for remote access platforms. Experience working with third party managed service providers in large scale technology programmes. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Senior Estimator Permanent: Tier 1 Building Contractor Location: Bellshill, North Lanarkshire Salary: 70,000 - 84,000 + benefits package Ref: GR1545 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Company A major UK Tier 1 building contractor who are known as a real market leader in their field, delivering new build construction projects in the public, private, and regulated sectors. Due to natural expansion, the organisation has a requirement for an experienced Senior Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a real household name in the industry and to work on prestigious projects. The successful candidate will be passionate and committed to delivering excellence. If you are an experienced building or civil engineering estimator with sound technical capabilities backed up by a relevant engineering qualification such as an HNC, HND or degree then this exciting opportunity could be for you. Role & Responsibilities The Senior Estimator shall be responsible for Pre-Construction Estimating, working closely and directly with internal / external clients, other disciplines, and teams from project inception, accountable and responsible for all financial and estimating aspects of the projects. To prepare and review tenders being processed in the Estimating department. To liaise with the Estimating Director/Commercial Director/Finance department on contractual terms, bonds, and insurances To liaise with Senior Management and obtain their input into tenders, offers, and proposals. To arrange handover meetings and formally hand-over new contracts To assist the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director in developing new contacts and clients To lead negotiations in relation to tenders, offers, and proposals, when directed to by the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director Experience on working on Frameworks through all stages. Sound knowledge of Estimating on large scale building projects. Price from first principles, procurement of subs/materials quotes, preparation of tender settlement sheets to main contractor's Prelims Prepare Cost Plans from inception and prepare own quantities from minimal information. Take ownership with tenders from receiving the documents through to adjudication of tenders. Meet and engage with key Supply Chain during the tender process period. Fulfil the role of Senior Estimator on projects, managing all estimating elements with interface with suppliers, clients and across our commercial, operations, and project functions. Understand the corporate and contract specific estimating procedures and carry out all work in accordance with these. Responsible for the preparation of estimates from conception through to detailed estimates for identified projects within the company. Assist in the training of estimating staff and trainees/graduates working in or seconded to the department for a period of time. Ability to understand complex engineering drawings and designs and to translate these into build needs, sequence, and timings. Assessment and recording of the likely competition when tendering. Liaise with the procurement in dealing with suppliers and subcontractors at tender stage to obtain the most competitive prices ensuring firm quotes are received for significant materials and subcontract items to support the best net estimate. Requesting further information from Client/Design Team and arrange meeting if required. Attend handover meeting and brief team on tender bid. Run multiple projects at any one time at different stages, cost plan, design feasibility, competitive tender. Producing estimates and cost plans from concept plans and specification Excellent construction technology knowledge Work on Conquest Estimating System including On Screen Take Off Database management Design /Cost Control Subcontract analysis and comparisons. Essential Criteria Proven track record as an Estimator with Construction experience Excellent communication and Numeracy skills Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications. Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in estimating software Educated to degree or HND level in a Construction or related field with relevant work experience. What to do next If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Permanent: Tier 1 Building Contractor Location: Bellshill, North Lanarkshire Salary: 70,000 - 84,000 + benefits package Ref: GR1545 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Company A major UK Tier 1 building contractor who are known as a real market leader in their field, delivering new build construction projects in the public, private, and regulated sectors. Due to natural expansion, the organisation has a requirement for an experienced Senior Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a real household name in the industry and to work on prestigious projects. The successful candidate will be passionate and committed to delivering excellence. If you are an experienced building or civil engineering estimator with sound technical capabilities backed up by a relevant engineering qualification such as an HNC, HND or degree then this exciting opportunity could be for you. Role & Responsibilities The Senior Estimator shall be responsible for Pre-Construction Estimating, working closely and directly with internal / external clients, other disciplines, and teams from project inception, accountable and responsible for all financial and estimating aspects of the projects. To prepare and review tenders being processed in the Estimating department. To liaise with the Estimating Director/Commercial Director/Finance department on contractual terms, bonds, and insurances To liaise with Senior Management and obtain their input into tenders, offers, and proposals. To arrange handover meetings and formally hand-over new contracts To assist the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director in developing new contacts and clients To lead negotiations in relation to tenders, offers, and proposals, when directed to by the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director Experience on working on Frameworks through all stages. Sound knowledge of Estimating on large scale building projects. Price from first principles, procurement of subs/materials quotes, preparation of tender settlement sheets to main contractor's Prelims Prepare Cost Plans from inception and prepare own quantities from minimal information. Take ownership with tenders from receiving the documents through to adjudication of tenders. Meet and engage with key Supply Chain during the tender process period. Fulfil the role of Senior Estimator on projects, managing all estimating elements with interface with suppliers, clients and across our commercial, operations, and project functions. Understand the corporate and contract specific estimating procedures and carry out all work in accordance with these. Responsible for the preparation of estimates from conception through to detailed estimates for identified projects within the company. Assist in the training of estimating staff and trainees/graduates working in or seconded to the department for a period of time. Ability to understand complex engineering drawings and designs and to translate these into build needs, sequence, and timings. Assessment and recording of the likely competition when tendering. Liaise with the procurement in dealing with suppliers and subcontractors at tender stage to obtain the most competitive prices ensuring firm quotes are received for significant materials and subcontract items to support the best net estimate. Requesting further information from Client/Design Team and arrange meeting if required. Attend handover meeting and brief team on tender bid. Run multiple projects at any one time at different stages, cost plan, design feasibility, competitive tender. Producing estimates and cost plans from concept plans and specification Excellent construction technology knowledge Work on Conquest Estimating System including On Screen Take Off Database management Design /Cost Control Subcontract analysis and comparisons. Essential Criteria Proven track record as an Estimator with Construction experience Excellent communication and Numeracy skills Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications. Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in estimating software Educated to degree or HND level in a Construction or related field with relevant work experience. What to do next If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Partnerships & Operations Coordinator Location: Purfleet, Essex / Hybrid Working Salary: 30,000 per annum + Guaranteed 5,000 Annual Bonus We are a specialist sports travel company that organises UK and international tours for schools, sports clubs, and professional teams. Although established within our sector, we remain a small, agile business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely supportive culture. With only a handful of employees, every member of the team plays an important role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key stage of our growth and work directly alongside the business owner. The Role We are looking for an organised and relationship-focused Partnerships & Operations Coordinator to support the team. This is a varied role that combines account management, supplier relationship management, business support, and operational coordination. You will play a key role in maintaining relationships with our global network of partners whilst helping identify and develop new suppliers. The successful candidate will become a trusted member of a small team where initiative, communication, and attention to detail are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with existing international suppliers, partners, and tour operators. Act as a central point of contact to ensure key relationships remain active and engaged throughout the year. Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and destination partners worldwide. Support the Managing Director with business coordination and day-to-day operational activities. Ensure effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners. Attend industry events and trade shows when required. Maintain accurate records of supplier and partner communications. Support projects and operational requirements as the business continues to grow. About You Previous experience in account management, relationship management, partnerships, operations, travel, hospitality, events, or a similar customer-facing role. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working independently within a small business environment. Confident managing multiple priorities and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels. A genuine interest in sport, travel, or both would be highly advantageous. Positive, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing business. What's On Offer 30,000 basic salary. Guaranteed 5,000 annual bonus. Flexible hybrid working arrangement. Mix of office-based and home working. Opportunity to work directly with the business owner and influence company growth. Exposure to international sports travel projects. Long-term career development within a growing business. Friendly, supportive, and entrepreneurial working environment.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Partnerships & Operations Coordinator Location: Purfleet, Essex / Hybrid Working Salary: 30,000 per annum + Guaranteed 5,000 Annual Bonus We are a specialist sports travel company that organises UK and international tours for schools, sports clubs, and professional teams. Although established within our sector, we remain a small, agile business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely supportive culture. With only a handful of employees, every member of the team plays an important role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key stage of our growth and work directly alongside the business owner. The Role We are looking for an organised and relationship-focused Partnerships & Operations Coordinator to support the team. This is a varied role that combines account management, supplier relationship management, business support, and operational coordination. You will play a key role in maintaining relationships with our global network of partners whilst helping identify and develop new suppliers. The successful candidate will become a trusted member of a small team where initiative, communication, and attention to detail are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with existing international suppliers, partners, and tour operators. Act as a central point of contact to ensure key relationships remain active and engaged throughout the year. Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and destination partners worldwide. Support the Managing Director with business coordination and day-to-day operational activities. Ensure effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners. Attend industry events and trade shows when required. Maintain accurate records of supplier and partner communications. Support projects and operational requirements as the business continues to grow. About You Previous experience in account management, relationship management, partnerships, operations, travel, hospitality, events, or a similar customer-facing role. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working independently within a small business environment. Confident managing multiple priorities and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels. A genuine interest in sport, travel, or both would be highly advantageous. Positive, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing business. What's On Offer 30,000 basic salary. Guaranteed 5,000 annual bonus. Flexible hybrid working arrangement. Mix of office-based and home working. Opportunity to work directly with the business owner and influence company growth. Exposure to international sports travel projects. Long-term career development within a growing business. Friendly, supportive, and entrepreneurial working environment.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Due to continued growth and to strengthen their national presence, my client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Group Head of Fleet & Transport to lead a critical business function and shape the future direction of the fleet strategy and transport compliance framework across the Group. North West based. This is a high-profile senior leadership appointment with responsibility for a growing fleet of commercial vehicles, company cars and multiple operator licences. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, strengthening governance, enhancing commercial performance and setting the benchmark for safety, compliance and customer service. The Role Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of all fleet and transport activities across the Group, ensuring the function supports both current operational demands and long-term business objectives. You will be responsible for: Providing inspirational leadership and development to a team of Transport Managers, building capability and succession across the function. Directing the performance and strategic management of a fleet of approximately 150 commercial vehicles and 100 company vehicles. Holding executive accountability for compliance across multiple Operator Licences and ensuring robust governance standards are maintained. Ensuring full compliance with DVSA, Traffic Commissioner and Operator Licence requirements while proactively managing risk and regulatory change. Developing and executing a long-term fleet strategy aligned with the Group's growth ambitions and operational priorities. Driving measurable improvements in vehicle utilisation, fleet availability, maintenance performance, productivity and cost efficiency. Building and managing strategic partnerships with vehicle manufacturers, leasing providers, maintenance suppliers and specialist contractors. Leading fleet investment decisions, vehicle procurement programmes, replacement planning and lifecycle management strategies. Delivering insightful reporting, strategic recommendations and performance analysis to the Executive Team and Board. Collaborating closely with senior operational leaders to ensure fleet capability supports expansion plans, service excellence and future growth. About You You will be a highly credible fleet and transport executive with a proven track record of leading complex, multi-site operations and delivering transformational results. You will combine strategic vision with operational expertise, demonstrating the ability to influence at executive level while driving performance across a geographically dispersed organisation. You will have: Essential Significant senior leadership experience within fleet, transport or logistics operations. Experience managing large commercial vehicle fleets within complex operational environments. Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, transport legislation and regulatory governance. Experience leading Transport Managers and multi-site operational teams, driving engagement, accountability and performance. CPC qualification (National and/or International). Strong commercial acumen and financial management capability. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a strategically critical function within a successful and ambitious organisation entering its next phase of growth As Head of Fleet & Transport, you will have significant influence across the business, working closely with the Board and Executive Team to shape operational strategy, support regional expansion and build a best-in-class transport operation that delivers long-term competitive advantage. The role offers exceptional scope for professional growth, leadership impact and career progression within a dynamic and expanding Group. 70-75,000p.a. Car allowance/company vehicle Pension scheme Ongoing professional development The opportunity to lead and transform a growing national fleet operation If you are an ambitious senior transport leader seeking a role where you can influence strategy, drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy, please apply online or call us for an informal confidential discussion including after hours
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Due to continued growth and to strengthen their national presence, my client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Group Head of Fleet & Transport to lead a critical business function and shape the future direction of the fleet strategy and transport compliance framework across the Group. North West based. This is a high-profile senior leadership appointment with responsibility for a growing fleet of commercial vehicles, company cars and multiple operator licences. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, strengthening governance, enhancing commercial performance and setting the benchmark for safety, compliance and customer service. The Role Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of all fleet and transport activities across the Group, ensuring the function supports both current operational demands and long-term business objectives. You will be responsible for: Providing inspirational leadership and development to a team of Transport Managers, building capability and succession across the function. Directing the performance and strategic management of a fleet of approximately 150 commercial vehicles and 100 company vehicles. Holding executive accountability for compliance across multiple Operator Licences and ensuring robust governance standards are maintained. Ensuring full compliance with DVSA, Traffic Commissioner and Operator Licence requirements while proactively managing risk and regulatory change. Developing and executing a long-term fleet strategy aligned with the Group's growth ambitions and operational priorities. Driving measurable improvements in vehicle utilisation, fleet availability, maintenance performance, productivity and cost efficiency. Building and managing strategic partnerships with vehicle manufacturers, leasing providers, maintenance suppliers and specialist contractors. Leading fleet investment decisions, vehicle procurement programmes, replacement planning and lifecycle management strategies. Delivering insightful reporting, strategic recommendations and performance analysis to the Executive Team and Board. Collaborating closely with senior operational leaders to ensure fleet capability supports expansion plans, service excellence and future growth. About You You will be a highly credible fleet and transport executive with a proven track record of leading complex, multi-site operations and delivering transformational results. You will combine strategic vision with operational expertise, demonstrating the ability to influence at executive level while driving performance across a geographically dispersed organisation. You will have: Essential Significant senior leadership experience within fleet, transport or logistics operations. Experience managing large commercial vehicle fleets within complex operational environments. Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, transport legislation and regulatory governance. Experience leading Transport Managers and multi-site operational teams, driving engagement, accountability and performance. CPC qualification (National and/or International). Strong commercial acumen and financial management capability. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a strategically critical function within a successful and ambitious organisation entering its next phase of growth As Head of Fleet & Transport, you will have significant influence across the business, working closely with the Board and Executive Team to shape operational strategy, support regional expansion and build a best-in-class transport operation that delivers long-term competitive advantage. The role offers exceptional scope for professional growth, leadership impact and career progression within a dynamic and expanding Group. 70-75,000p.a. Car allowance/company vehicle Pension scheme Ongoing professional development The opportunity to lead and transform a growing national fleet operation If you are an ambitious senior transport leader seeking a role where you can influence strategy, drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy, please apply online or call us for an informal confidential discussion including after hours
Job Advertisement: M365 Identity & Integration Engineer Location: Leeds, 2 days per week in the office, Working Pattern: Via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 6 months Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with a leading financial institution? Our client is seeking a talented M365 Identity & Integration Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Role Overview: As the M365 Identity & Integration Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the technical integration and ongoing operation of applications across the Workplace Technology portfolio. Your hands-on expertise will ensure that new and existing applications align with identity, security, governance, and operational processes. Get ready to collaborate with various teams, including Microsoft 365, Cyber Security, and Service Operations, to deliver secure and supportable solutions! Key Responsibilities: Lead Application Integration: Oversee the technical onboarding of applications from design to BAU support. Secure Integrations: Design and implement integrations with corporate services, including Entra ID/Active Directory and SSO (SAML, OIDC, OAuth). Collaborate with Stakeholders: Understand functional requirements and translate them into practical technical designs. Ensure Monitoring: Integrate applications with internal monitoring and support processes before go-live. SSO Support: Implement and support SSO integrations via Entra ID, managing app registrations and troubleshooting. Apply Security Controls: Enforce organizational standards, including Conditional Access, MFA, and secure account management. Support Security Assurance: Assist in architecture reviews, supplier security assessments, and remediation actions. Operational Artefacts: Produce and maintain support models, runbooks, and onboarding checklists. Technical Escalation Point: Act as a go-to for complex incidents related to authentication and access. Collaboration Across Teams: Work with platform teams to deliver cohesive solutions. Continuous Improvement: Identify and propose enhancements for integration and operational processes. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including SSO and app registrations. Proficiency in Conditional Access/MFA design and operational troubleshooting. Understanding of identity governance concepts (RBAC, least privilege). Expertise in integrating SaaS platforms within regulated environments. Exceptional troubleshooting skills across authentication flows and related technologies. Nice-to-Have (Highly Desirable): Experience with Cisco Spaces or similar platforms. Familiarity with workplace analytics and data governance. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and integration points. Basic scripting/automation skills (PowerShell preferred). Desirable Qualifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity/Security/Azure fundamentals). ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent service management certification. Experience with security frameworks like ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials Plus. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading financial institution, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the future of Workplace Technology! Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. 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. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Job Advertisement: M365 Identity & Integration Engineer Location: Leeds, 2 days per week in the office, Working Pattern: Via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 6 months Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with a leading financial institution? Our client is seeking a talented M365 Identity & Integration Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Role Overview: As the M365 Identity & Integration Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the technical integration and ongoing operation of applications across the Workplace Technology portfolio. Your hands-on expertise will ensure that new and existing applications align with identity, security, governance, and operational processes. Get ready to collaborate with various teams, including Microsoft 365, Cyber Security, and Service Operations, to deliver secure and supportable solutions! Key Responsibilities: Lead Application Integration: Oversee the technical onboarding of applications from design to BAU support. Secure Integrations: Design and implement integrations with corporate services, including Entra ID/Active Directory and SSO (SAML, OIDC, OAuth). Collaborate with Stakeholders: Understand functional requirements and translate them into practical technical designs. Ensure Monitoring: Integrate applications with internal monitoring and support processes before go-live. SSO Support: Implement and support SSO integrations via Entra ID, managing app registrations and troubleshooting. Apply Security Controls: Enforce organizational standards, including Conditional Access, MFA, and secure account management. Support Security Assurance: Assist in architecture reviews, supplier security assessments, and remediation actions. Operational Artefacts: Produce and maintain support models, runbooks, and onboarding checklists. Technical Escalation Point: Act as a go-to for complex incidents related to authentication and access. Collaboration Across Teams: Work with platform teams to deliver cohesive solutions. Continuous Improvement: Identify and propose enhancements for integration and operational processes. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including SSO and app registrations. Proficiency in Conditional Access/MFA design and operational troubleshooting. Understanding of identity governance concepts (RBAC, least privilege). Expertise in integrating SaaS platforms within regulated environments. Exceptional troubleshooting skills across authentication flows and related technologies. Nice-to-Have (Highly Desirable): Experience with Cisco Spaces or similar platforms. Familiarity with workplace analytics and data governance. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and integration points. Basic scripting/automation skills (PowerShell preferred). Desirable Qualifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity/Security/Azure fundamentals). ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent service management certification. Experience with security frameworks like ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials Plus. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading financial institution, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the future of Workplace Technology! Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. 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. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Head of Manufacturing Wallasey Up to £80,000 + Performance-Related Bonus Lead Manufacturing Excellence. Drive Performance. Shape the Future. Hydrokem are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing operations and play a key role in the continued success and growth of our business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for operational performance across our busy manufacturing site. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, drive cultural transformation, improve productivity, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on operational leader with a strong engineering background, a passion for continuous improvement, and a proven track record of delivering measurable results through people, processes, and performance. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply. What You'll Be Doing As Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the plant while driving a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities of the Head of Manufacturing Lead, manage, and continuously improve all manufacturing operations across the site. Drive productivity, quality, efficiency, and service levels in line with business objectives and KPIs. Embed Lean Six Sigma principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business. Lead, coach, and develop a diverse workforce, including both permanent employees and agency staff. Work closely with Engineering, Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to optimise operational performance. Champion employee engagement initiatives and drive positive cultural change. Manage operational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective resource utilisation. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Lead performance management processes, including annual reviews, capability management, disciplinary, and grievance matters. Support and deliver major engineering and capital improvement projects. Manage competing operational priorities while maximising plant and equipment utilisation. Build strong working relationships across all levels of the business and naturally engage with employees to support a positive workplace culture. Skills & Experience Required A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role. A strong engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering). Proven success in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency programmes. Extensive people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams. Demonstrable experience implementing positive culture change and employee engagement initiatives. Lean Six Sigma expertise with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvements. Experience managing both permanent and temporary/agency workforces. Strong commercial awareness and experience managing operational budgets. Previous experience as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment. Experience within the chemical manufacturing sector would be advantageous, although not essential. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business where you'll have genuine influence and autonomy to make a lasting impact. You'll be joining a supportive leadership team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and investing in its people. Benefits Competitive salary of up to £80,000 Performance-related bonus 25 days annual leave plus 1 gifted company day Option to purchase up to 3 additional days' holiday Christmas factory shutdown Company pension scheme Accident insurance Simply Health and Unum Cycle to Work scheme Professional development and training opportunities Free on-site parking Hydrokem Social Day Ready for Your Next Challenge? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in a key leadership role. If you have the experience, drive, and vision to lead operational performance and deliver lasting change, submit your application today for immediate consideration.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Head of Manufacturing Wallasey Up to £80,000 + Performance-Related Bonus Lead Manufacturing Excellence. Drive Performance. Shape the Future. Hydrokem are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing operations and play a key role in the continued success and growth of our business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for operational performance across our busy manufacturing site. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, drive cultural transformation, improve productivity, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on operational leader with a strong engineering background, a passion for continuous improvement, and a proven track record of delivering measurable results through people, processes, and performance. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply. What You'll Be Doing As Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the plant while driving a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities of the Head of Manufacturing Lead, manage, and continuously improve all manufacturing operations across the site. Drive productivity, quality, efficiency, and service levels in line with business objectives and KPIs. Embed Lean Six Sigma principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business. Lead, coach, and develop a diverse workforce, including both permanent employees and agency staff. Work closely with Engineering, Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to optimise operational performance. Champion employee engagement initiatives and drive positive cultural change. Manage operational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective resource utilisation. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Lead performance management processes, including annual reviews, capability management, disciplinary, and grievance matters. Support and deliver major engineering and capital improvement projects. Manage competing operational priorities while maximising plant and equipment utilisation. Build strong working relationships across all levels of the business and naturally engage with employees to support a positive workplace culture. Skills & Experience Required A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role. A strong engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering). Proven success in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency programmes. Extensive people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams. Demonstrable experience implementing positive culture change and employee engagement initiatives. Lean Six Sigma expertise with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvements. Experience managing both permanent and temporary/agency workforces. Strong commercial awareness and experience managing operational budgets. Previous experience as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment. Experience within the chemical manufacturing sector would be advantageous, although not essential. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business where you'll have genuine influence and autonomy to make a lasting impact. You'll be joining a supportive leadership team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and investing in its people. Benefits Competitive salary of up to £80,000 Performance-related bonus 25 days annual leave plus 1 gifted company day Option to purchase up to 3 additional days' holiday Christmas factory shutdown Company pension scheme Accident insurance Simply Health and Unum Cycle to Work scheme Professional development and training opportunities Free on-site parking Hydrokem Social Day Ready for Your Next Challenge? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in a key leadership role. If you have the experience, drive, and vision to lead operational performance and deliver lasting change, submit your application today for immediate consideration.
Birmingham We're partnering with an established, entrepreneurial supply and distribution business entering an exciting new phase of growth. Following a recent strategic realignment, the business is targeting a 33% increase in revenue over the next five years. They are now looking to appoint a Finance Director, a commercially minded finance leader who will partner closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to shape strategy, enable growth and build the infrastructure required to scale. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a highly visible leadership role combining strategic finance, operational improvement and commercial influence. You will act as a key partner to the MD and SLT - providing challenge, insight and risk mitigation whilst enabling decision-making in a business committed to growth. This is a role defined by commercial influence, strategic input and business leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the MD's primary financial partner, helping shape long-term strategy and business growth Supporting the SLT through commercial insight, strategic challenge and effective risk management Providing commercial input around supplier arrangements, customer agreements, contracts and profitability Leading a business-wide ERP implementation, driving successful adoption across finance, operations, procurement and reporting Improving FP&A capability, management insight and dashboard reporting, creating clearer visibility to support decision-making Acting as the business lead for AI adoption, identifying practical ways to improve reporting, efficiency and workflow Building scalable finance, reporting and governance frameworks to support future growth Leading core finance responsibilities including compliance, controls, reporting and team leadership About You You are a fully qualified finance leader with strong post-qualification experience and the credibility to operate at Senior Leadership level. You bring: Proven experience in a senior finance role within a growth-focused, commercially driven business A track record of successfully leading ERP transformation projects, with the ability to drive adoption across the wider business Strong commercial judgement across contracts, supplier/customer arrangements and business performance A technically curious mindset, excited by the opportunity to leverage technology and AI to drive smarter decisions and greater efficiency The confidence to challenge constructively, influence senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making A relationship-led leadership style, able to build credibility, influence and trust without ego or friction Why Join? Opportunity to join a business with clear growth ambition and a strategy already delivering results Genuine influence at board and Senior Leadership Team level Ability to shape strategy, not just execute it A pivotal role in enabling growth through systems, commercial insight and operational improvement Strong people-first culture with a real commitment to leadership development, mentorship and coaching , including at Director level A fantastic opportunity for an operationally strong finance leader to take a broader, more strategic seat at the table If you're looking for a Finance Director role where you can genuinely influence strategy, drive meaningful change and help shape the next stage of growth, this is a standout opportunity.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Birmingham We're partnering with an established, entrepreneurial supply and distribution business entering an exciting new phase of growth. Following a recent strategic realignment, the business is targeting a 33% increase in revenue over the next five years. They are now looking to appoint a Finance Director, a commercially minded finance leader who will partner closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to shape strategy, enable growth and build the infrastructure required to scale. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a highly visible leadership role combining strategic finance, operational improvement and commercial influence. You will act as a key partner to the MD and SLT - providing challenge, insight and risk mitigation whilst enabling decision-making in a business committed to growth. This is a role defined by commercial influence, strategic input and business leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the MD's primary financial partner, helping shape long-term strategy and business growth Supporting the SLT through commercial insight, strategic challenge and effective risk management Providing commercial input around supplier arrangements, customer agreements, contracts and profitability Leading a business-wide ERP implementation, driving successful adoption across finance, operations, procurement and reporting Improving FP&A capability, management insight and dashboard reporting, creating clearer visibility to support decision-making Acting as the business lead for AI adoption, identifying practical ways to improve reporting, efficiency and workflow Building scalable finance, reporting and governance frameworks to support future growth Leading core finance responsibilities including compliance, controls, reporting and team leadership About You You are a fully qualified finance leader with strong post-qualification experience and the credibility to operate at Senior Leadership level. You bring: Proven experience in a senior finance role within a growth-focused, commercially driven business A track record of successfully leading ERP transformation projects, with the ability to drive adoption across the wider business Strong commercial judgement across contracts, supplier/customer arrangements and business performance A technically curious mindset, excited by the opportunity to leverage technology and AI to drive smarter decisions and greater efficiency The confidence to challenge constructively, influence senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making A relationship-led leadership style, able to build credibility, influence and trust without ego or friction Why Join? Opportunity to join a business with clear growth ambition and a strategy already delivering results Genuine influence at board and Senior Leadership Team level Ability to shape strategy, not just execute it A pivotal role in enabling growth through systems, commercial insight and operational improvement Strong people-first culture with a real commitment to leadership development, mentorship and coaching , including at Director level A fantastic opportunity for an operationally strong finance leader to take a broader, more strategic seat at the table If you're looking for a Finance Director role where you can genuinely influence strategy, drive meaningful change and help shape the next stage of growth, this is a standout opportunity.
Enterprise Client Success - Strategic Account Leadership Join AdviserPlus and help transform the future of HR! At AdviserPlus, we empower organisations to unlock the full potential of their people through innovative HR solutions and cutting-edge technology. As a trusted partner to some of the UK s most recognisable brands, we re on a mission to simplify HR and make it more impactful. We re now looking for a commercially minded Senior Customer Success Manager with strong HR domain expertise to join our growing team. This role is ideal for qualified HR professional coming from HR SaaS, HR professional services or a senior HR background within a large enterprise environment who understands the realities of employee relations, HR operations and customer partnership at scale. If you thrive on building strategic client relationships, driving customer value and helping organisations modernise HR through technology and advisory solutions, we d love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance: HR Senior Customer Success Manager Remote Working - 1 day in the Ellesmere Port, Cheshire office every 2 weeks mandatory £50,454 - £65,454 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week with flexible working between 08:00-18:00 Monday-Friday Reporting to: Customer Success Director Company: Leading Provider of HR Tech, Consulting and Advisory Services Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: HR SaaS, HR Technology, Employee Relations, HR Consulting, Customer Success, Enterprise Account Management, HR Operations, Stakeholder Management Qualifications: CIPD Level 5/7, HRM Degree or equivalent HR qualification highly desirable About us: We are the UK s leading provider of award-winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help organisations build positive workplace cultures where people can thrive and businesses can perform at their best. By combining cloud technology, data insight and HR expertise, we simplify employee relations and empower organisations to manage people matters more effectively. Unlike businesses that simply sell software into HR teams, we genuinely understand HR because we live and breathe it every day. Our award-winning SaaS platform, empower , is transforming the way organisations manage employee relations, enabling HR leaders and line managers to handle people matters with greater confidence, consistency and efficiency. Supported by HR experts, analytics and consultancy services, empower delivers meaningful operational impact for some of the UK s largest and most respected employers. The HR Senior Customer Success Manager Opportunity: As a HR Senior Customer Success Manager, you ll act as a strategic partner to enterprise customers, helping them maximise value from AdviserPlus solutions while strengthening long-term commercial relationships. This is a highly consultative customer success role where credibility in HR and employee relations matters just as much as SaaS or commercial experience. You ll manage key client relationships, support retention and renewal strategies, identify growth opportunities and help customers drive transformation across HR operations and employee relations processes. The ideal candidate will likely come from one of the following backgrounds: • HR SaaS / HR / ER technology customer success • HR professional services supporting enterprise organisations • Senior HR or HRBP-level experience within large enterprise environments • Employee relations exposure would be particularly valuable. Where you ll add value: • Acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to enterprise customers • Building long-term relationships that drive customer satisfaction and retention • Leading renewal and retention strategies across key customer accounts • Identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts • Supporting Customer Success Managers through coaching and leadership • Collaborating with Product, Sales, Marketing and Support teams • Helping customers optimise HR and employee relations processes through technology • Supporting strong commercial governance across contracts and renewals • Using data, reporting and customer insights to guide strategic decisions • Maintaining accurate records and customer engagement activity within HubSpot About You: • Proven experience within Customer Success, HR SaaS, HR technology or enterprise HR environments • CIPD Level 5/7, HRM degree or equivalent HR qualification highly desirable • Strong understanding of HR operations and employee relations processes • Background within HR SaaS is highly desirable • Alternatively experience within HR consultancy / professional services environments • Or senior HR / HRBP-level experience within enterprise organisations • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills • Commercially aware with strong relationship-building capability • Proactive, organised and customer-focused approach • Strong presentation and strategic account management skills • Comfortable managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment • Ability to interpret data and deliver actionable insights What s on Offer: • Life assurance • Pension • Holiday purchase scheme • Volunteering days • Long service awards • Contribution towards professional qualifications • Contribution towards membership fees • Employee assistance programme • Health cashback plan • Flexible working environment • Opportunity to work with major UK enterprise brands If you're excited by the opportunity to combine HR expertise, technology and strategic customer partnership within one of the UK s leading HR technology businesses, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of HR. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Enterprise Client Success - Strategic Account Leadership Join AdviserPlus and help transform the future of HR! At AdviserPlus, we empower organisations to unlock the full potential of their people through innovative HR solutions and cutting-edge technology. As a trusted partner to some of the UK s most recognisable brands, we re on a mission to simplify HR and make it more impactful. We re now looking for a commercially minded Senior Customer Success Manager with strong HR domain expertise to join our growing team. This role is ideal for qualified HR professional coming from HR SaaS, HR professional services or a senior HR background within a large enterprise environment who understands the realities of employee relations, HR operations and customer partnership at scale. If you thrive on building strategic client relationships, driving customer value and helping organisations modernise HR through technology and advisory solutions, we d love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance: HR Senior Customer Success Manager Remote Working - 1 day in the Ellesmere Port, Cheshire office every 2 weeks mandatory £50,454 - £65,454 Plus Benefits Package Including Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Discounted Gym Memberships and More Hours: 37.5 hours per week with flexible working between 08:00-18:00 Monday-Friday Reporting to: Customer Success Director Company: Leading Provider of HR Tech, Consulting and Advisory Services Clients Include: Currys, Wickes, Virgin Atlantic, Network Rail, BT Group, Sainsbury s, Post Office, Pret and More Your Background / Skills: HR SaaS, HR Technology, Employee Relations, HR Consulting, Customer Success, Enterprise Account Management, HR Operations, Stakeholder Management Qualifications: CIPD Level 5/7, HRM Degree or equivalent HR qualification highly desirable About us: We are the UK s leading provider of award-winning HR technology, consulting and advisory services. We help organisations build positive workplace cultures where people can thrive and businesses can perform at their best. By combining cloud technology, data insight and HR expertise, we simplify employee relations and empower organisations to manage people matters more effectively. Unlike businesses that simply sell software into HR teams, we genuinely understand HR because we live and breathe it every day. Our award-winning SaaS platform, empower , is transforming the way organisations manage employee relations, enabling HR leaders and line managers to handle people matters with greater confidence, consistency and efficiency. Supported by HR experts, analytics and consultancy services, empower delivers meaningful operational impact for some of the UK s largest and most respected employers. The HR Senior Customer Success Manager Opportunity: As a HR Senior Customer Success Manager, you ll act as a strategic partner to enterprise customers, helping them maximise value from AdviserPlus solutions while strengthening long-term commercial relationships. This is a highly consultative customer success role where credibility in HR and employee relations matters just as much as SaaS or commercial experience. You ll manage key client relationships, support retention and renewal strategies, identify growth opportunities and help customers drive transformation across HR operations and employee relations processes. The ideal candidate will likely come from one of the following backgrounds: • HR SaaS / HR / ER technology customer success • HR professional services supporting enterprise organisations • Senior HR or HRBP-level experience within large enterprise environments • Employee relations exposure would be particularly valuable. Where you ll add value: • Acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to enterprise customers • Building long-term relationships that drive customer satisfaction and retention • Leading renewal and retention strategies across key customer accounts • Identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts • Supporting Customer Success Managers through coaching and leadership • Collaborating with Product, Sales, Marketing and Support teams • Helping customers optimise HR and employee relations processes through technology • Supporting strong commercial governance across contracts and renewals • Using data, reporting and customer insights to guide strategic decisions • Maintaining accurate records and customer engagement activity within HubSpot About You: • Proven experience within Customer Success, HR SaaS, HR technology or enterprise HR environments • CIPD Level 5/7, HRM degree or equivalent HR qualification highly desirable • Strong understanding of HR operations and employee relations processes • Background within HR SaaS is highly desirable • Alternatively experience within HR consultancy / professional services environments • Or senior HR / HRBP-level experience within enterprise organisations • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills • Commercially aware with strong relationship-building capability • Proactive, organised and customer-focused approach • Strong presentation and strategic account management skills • Comfortable managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment • Ability to interpret data and deliver actionable insights What s on Offer: • Life assurance • Pension • Holiday purchase scheme • Volunteering days • Long service awards • Contribution towards professional qualifications • Contribution towards membership fees • Employee assistance programme • Health cashback plan • Flexible working environment • Opportunity to work with major UK enterprise brands If you're excited by the opportunity to combine HR expertise, technology and strategic customer partnership within one of the UK s leading HR technology businesses, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of HR. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.
Technical Production Design Manager- Competitive Salary + Benefits- Bristol The Role Are you experienced in turning creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges while working on exciting live events, festivals, retail activations and brand experiences? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Magic Number is looking for a talented Technical Production Design Manager to join our growing team at The Hub, our 32,000 sq ft production facility in Bristol. As a Technical Production Design Manager, you'll play a key role in transforming creative ideas into detailed technical drawings and production-ready build plans. Working closely with our Creative, Production, Workshop and Campaign Management teams, you'll ensure every project is technically sound, efficient to manufacture and ready for successful delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale experiential activations, festivals, pop-ups and retail projects while helping shape the future of our in-house production capability. Key Responsibilities: Convert creative concepts, renders and 3D visuals into production-ready technical solutions Produce detailed technical drawing packs, assembly guides and fabrication information Create material schedules, cutting outputs, build sequences and installation plans Generate accurate material take-offs and build requirements Identify the most effective manufacturing methods for each project Support CNC operations and digital manufacturing workflows Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Attend project meetings and provide practical technical guidance Support workshop planning, logistics and installation preparation Research new materials and fabrication techniques Help improve production processes, efficiency and asset longevity Ensure all technical outputs meet health and safety requirements The Company Magic Number is an award-winning brand activation and event production agency. We create large-scale, memorable experiences for some of the world s biggest brands. From festival activations to immersive pop-ups, everything is designed and built in our 32,000 sq ft Bristol space. It s a creative, hands-on environment where no two days are the same. The Benefits 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays Additional annual leave based on length of service Paid Christmas shutdown NEST pension scheme Gym membership contribution of up to £15 per month Private medical insurance following probation Team socials, away days and seasonal events Festival tickets where applicable Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects Modern production facility with a collaborative team environment The Person 3-5 years' experience in a similar technical production, fabrication or set-build role Strong SketchUp and CAD skills Good knowledge of CNC machinery and Vectric/VCarve software Excellent understanding of fabrication methods, materials and construction techniques The ability to select suitable build methods based on design, budget and timescales Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and problem-solving skills It would be advantageous if you also have: Knowledge of laser cutting and 3D printing Experience within events, experiential marketing or creative production environments The Technical Production Design Manager will be based at The Hub in Bristol and will report directly to the Production Director. A six-month probation period applies. Occasional weekend work may be required during particularly busy periods.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Technical Production Design Manager- Competitive Salary + Benefits- Bristol The Role Are you experienced in turning creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges while working on exciting live events, festivals, retail activations and brand experiences? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Magic Number is looking for a talented Technical Production Design Manager to join our growing team at The Hub, our 32,000 sq ft production facility in Bristol. As a Technical Production Design Manager, you'll play a key role in transforming creative ideas into detailed technical drawings and production-ready build plans. Working closely with our Creative, Production, Workshop and Campaign Management teams, you'll ensure every project is technically sound, efficient to manufacture and ready for successful delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale experiential activations, festivals, pop-ups and retail projects while helping shape the future of our in-house production capability. Key Responsibilities: Convert creative concepts, renders and 3D visuals into production-ready technical solutions Produce detailed technical drawing packs, assembly guides and fabrication information Create material schedules, cutting outputs, build sequences and installation plans Generate accurate material take-offs and build requirements Identify the most effective manufacturing methods for each project Support CNC operations and digital manufacturing workflows Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Attend project meetings and provide practical technical guidance Support workshop planning, logistics and installation preparation Research new materials and fabrication techniques Help improve production processes, efficiency and asset longevity Ensure all technical outputs meet health and safety requirements The Company Magic Number is an award-winning brand activation and event production agency. We create large-scale, memorable experiences for some of the world s biggest brands. From festival activations to immersive pop-ups, everything is designed and built in our 32,000 sq ft Bristol space. It s a creative, hands-on environment where no two days are the same. The Benefits 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays Additional annual leave based on length of service Paid Christmas shutdown NEST pension scheme Gym membership contribution of up to £15 per month Private medical insurance following probation Team socials, away days and seasonal events Festival tickets where applicable Opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects Modern production facility with a collaborative team environment The Person 3-5 years' experience in a similar technical production, fabrication or set-build role Strong SketchUp and CAD skills Good knowledge of CNC machinery and Vectric/VCarve software Excellent understanding of fabrication methods, materials and construction techniques The ability to select suitable build methods based on design, budget and timescales Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and problem-solving skills It would be advantageous if you also have: Knowledge of laser cutting and 3D printing Experience within events, experiential marketing or creative production environments The Technical Production Design Manager will be based at The Hub in Bristol and will report directly to the Production Director. A six-month probation period applies. Occasional weekend work may be required during particularly busy periods.
Network and Security Specialist London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent Competitive Salary VIQU have partnered with a global trading organisation looking to hire a Network and Security Specialist to take ownership of network and cyber security across a critical London-based environment. This is a hands-on, technically led role where the Network and Security Specialist will be responsible for protecting systems, ensuring high availability, and strengthening security posture while supporting day-to-day operations and future growth. Key Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain secure network and security infrastructure to meet current and future business needs. • Own the full network and security lifecycle, maintaining uptime close to 99.99%. • Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools, Sophos MDR, and threat-hunting techniques. • Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, web and email security solutions. • Maintain high patching and vulnerability remediation standards, including CVE management. • Coordinate annual third-party penetration testing and lead remediation based on risk and CVSS scoring. • Investigate cyber incidents, perform forensic analysis, and implement rapid mitigation actions. • Maintain and upgrade network switches, routers, and security devices. • Define, maintain, and enforce security policies, disaster recovery plans, and contingency procedures. • Create and maintain technical documentation and Jira tickets. • Support infrastructure and service desk teams when required and actively upskill IT colleagues. • Manage suppliers, carriers, SLAs, and assist with IT budget tracking and spend control. Key Requirements: • Expert knowledge of Checkpoint firewalls, Cisco routers and switches, and Cisco ISE. • Strong experience with Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Splunk, and enterprise SIEM tooling. • Proven background in network security, threat prevention, and incident response. • Cisco CCNA and CCNP certifications. • Experience with data centre colocation and vendor/carrier management. • Strong PowerShell and scripting capabilities. • Experience across Windows Server and Linux environments, Active Directory, Exchange (on-prem), VMware, VxRail, Rubrik, and RecoverPoint. • Excellent communication skills with a flexible, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail. Network and Security Specialist London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent Competitive Salary 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). Follow us on LinkedIn IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Network and Security Specialist London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent Competitive Salary VIQU have partnered with a global trading organisation looking to hire a Network and Security Specialist to take ownership of network and cyber security across a critical London-based environment. This is a hands-on, technically led role where the Network and Security Specialist will be responsible for protecting systems, ensuring high availability, and strengthening security posture while supporting day-to-day operations and future growth. Key Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain secure network and security infrastructure to meet current and future business needs. • Own the full network and security lifecycle, maintaining uptime close to 99.99%. • Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools, Sophos MDR, and threat-hunting techniques. • Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, web and email security solutions. • Maintain high patching and vulnerability remediation standards, including CVE management. • Coordinate annual third-party penetration testing and lead remediation based on risk and CVSS scoring. • Investigate cyber incidents, perform forensic analysis, and implement rapid mitigation actions. • Maintain and upgrade network switches, routers, and security devices. • Define, maintain, and enforce security policies, disaster recovery plans, and contingency procedures. • Create and maintain technical documentation and Jira tickets. • Support infrastructure and service desk teams when required and actively upskill IT colleagues. • Manage suppliers, carriers, SLAs, and assist with IT budget tracking and spend control. Key Requirements: • Expert knowledge of Checkpoint firewalls, Cisco routers and switches, and Cisco ISE. • Strong experience with Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Splunk, and enterprise SIEM tooling. • Proven background in network security, threat prevention, and incident response. • Cisco CCNA and CCNP certifications. • Experience with data centre colocation and vendor/carrier management. • Strong PowerShell and scripting capabilities. • Experience across Windows Server and Linux environments, Active Directory, Exchange (on-prem), VMware, VxRail, Rubrik, and RecoverPoint. • Excellent communication skills with a flexible, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail. Network and Security Specialist London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent Competitive Salary 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). Follow us on LinkedIn IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.
Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO) / Technology & Operations Director Location: Coventry (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000- 100,000 DOE Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Join a Growing Technology Business Where You Can Truly Make an Impact We're partnering with an ambitious and growing technology company looking for a commercially minded, hands-on technology leader to take ownership of both software delivery and IT operations across the business. This is a rare opportunity to join a smaller organisation where your influence will genuinely shape the future direction of technology, operations, delivery, and customer outcomes. You'll work closely with the executive team, helping drive strategic decisions while remaining close enough to the technology to guide teams, solve problems, and improve delivery standards. We're looking for someone who enjoys building structure in fast-paced environments, thrives on solving operational challenges, and still has the technical depth to engage with engineering teams and architecture decisions when required. The Role As CTOO / Technology & Operations Director, you'll oversee the operational effectiveness of software development, infrastructure, and technical services across the organisation's application estate. You'll act as the bridge between commercial teams, customers, developers, and IT services - ensuring priorities are aligned, delivery remains controlled, and systems stay secure, stable, and scalable. This role combines strategic leadership with practical execution. You'll be expected to roll your sleeves up when needed, support critical decision-making, and help teams deliver effectively with limited resources. Key Responsibilities Technology & Operational Leadership Lead the development and IT services functions across the business Ensure applications and platforms are delivered, maintained, and supported effectively Drive operational stability, resilience, and continuous improvement Balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution Hands-On Technical Leadership Provide guidance across software delivery, infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture Support teams with technical decision-making and delivery planning Maintain oversight of cloud infrastructure, databases, environments, and security controls Act as a senior escalation point during incidents or critical operational issues Executive Delivery & Prioritisation Translate executive and customer requirements into achievable delivery plans Manage competing priorities across development and IT operations Clearly communicate risks, trade-offs, and delivery expectations Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with sales, commercial, product, and operational teams Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution planning Improve collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure strong governance, policies, and operational procedures are in place Support ISO9001 / ISO27001 aligned processes and customer audit requirements Maintain focus on GDPR, cybersecurity, resilience, and risk management What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven leadership across software engineering and IT operations/infrastructure Experience working in smaller or growing businesses where adaptability is key Strong hands-on technical understanding with the ability to engage at engineering level Experience managing software delivery, technical operations, and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of Agile delivery, DevOps, CI/CD, and modern software practices Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Knowledge of databases including MS SQL and/or Oracle Experience managing incidents, operational risk, and technical escalations Desirable Background Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical background Experience with architecture or solution design Exposure to sectors such as Construction, Utilities, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, Insurance, or B2B technology services Personal Attributes Commercially aware and pragmatic Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability Able to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders Hands-on, approachable, and delivery focused What Success Looks Like Within your first 6-12 months, you'll have: Improved operational stability and delivery visibility Established clearer prioritisation across development and IT services Strengthened collaboration between technical and commercial teams Improved governance, documentation, and compliance readiness Built empowered teams with strong accountability and ownership Package 80,000- 100,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working model Opportunity to shape technology strategy within a growing business High level of ownership and autonomy Collaborative and fast-moving environment where your contribution matters
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO) / Technology & Operations Director Location: Coventry (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000- 100,000 DOE Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Join a Growing Technology Business Where You Can Truly Make an Impact We're partnering with an ambitious and growing technology company looking for a commercially minded, hands-on technology leader to take ownership of both software delivery and IT operations across the business. This is a rare opportunity to join a smaller organisation where your influence will genuinely shape the future direction of technology, operations, delivery, and customer outcomes. You'll work closely with the executive team, helping drive strategic decisions while remaining close enough to the technology to guide teams, solve problems, and improve delivery standards. We're looking for someone who enjoys building structure in fast-paced environments, thrives on solving operational challenges, and still has the technical depth to engage with engineering teams and architecture decisions when required. The Role As CTOO / Technology & Operations Director, you'll oversee the operational effectiveness of software development, infrastructure, and technical services across the organisation's application estate. You'll act as the bridge between commercial teams, customers, developers, and IT services - ensuring priorities are aligned, delivery remains controlled, and systems stay secure, stable, and scalable. This role combines strategic leadership with practical execution. You'll be expected to roll your sleeves up when needed, support critical decision-making, and help teams deliver effectively with limited resources. Key Responsibilities Technology & Operational Leadership Lead the development and IT services functions across the business Ensure applications and platforms are delivered, maintained, and supported effectively Drive operational stability, resilience, and continuous improvement Balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution Hands-On Technical Leadership Provide guidance across software delivery, infrastructure, DevOps, and architecture Support teams with technical decision-making and delivery planning Maintain oversight of cloud infrastructure, databases, environments, and security controls Act as a senior escalation point during incidents or critical operational issues Executive Delivery & Prioritisation Translate executive and customer requirements into achievable delivery plans Manage competing priorities across development and IT operations Clearly communicate risks, trade-offs, and delivery expectations Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with sales, commercial, product, and operational teams Support customer-facing technical discussions and solution planning Improve collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure strong governance, policies, and operational procedures are in place Support ISO9001 / ISO27001 aligned processes and customer audit requirements Maintain focus on GDPR, cybersecurity, resilience, and risk management What We're Looking For Essential Experience Proven leadership across software engineering and IT operations/infrastructure Experience working in smaller or growing businesses where adaptability is key Strong hands-on technical understanding with the ability to engage at engineering level Experience managing software delivery, technical operations, and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of Agile delivery, DevOps, CI/CD, and modern software practices Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Knowledge of databases including MS SQL and/or Oracle Experience managing incidents, operational risk, and technical escalations Desirable Background Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical background Experience with architecture or solution design Exposure to sectors such as Construction, Utilities, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, Insurance, or B2B technology services Personal Attributes Commercially aware and pragmatic Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving ability Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability Able to communicate effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders Hands-on, approachable, and delivery focused What Success Looks Like Within your first 6-12 months, you'll have: Improved operational stability and delivery visibility Established clearer prioritisation across development and IT services Strengthened collaboration between technical and commercial teams Improved governance, documentation, and compliance readiness Built empowered teams with strong accountability and ownership Package 80,000- 100,000 salary depending on experience Hybrid working model Opportunity to shape technology strategy within a growing business High level of ownership and autonomy Collaborative and fast-moving environment where your contribution matters
Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision. Director of Finance Benefits Generous pension scheme Flexible and supportive working environment Professional development and career progression opportunities Strategic leadership role with significant influence across the organisation Opportunity to shape and develop a growing finance function Exposure to executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders The chance to make a meaningful impact within a values-led organisation Ability to work remotely during School holiday, but office based during term time Director of Finance About The Role As part of this exciting journey, a newly created Director of Finance position has been established. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role presents a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to become a key contributor to the Trust's ongoing evolution, helping to shape the financial strategy, infrastructure and operational capability required to support sustainable growth. This is far more than a traditional finance leadership role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence organisational direction, support strategic decision-making and play a pivotal role in building a finance function that is fit for the future. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, Trustees, Headteachers and senior leadership teams, you will be a trusted advisor across the organisation, providing the financial insight and commercial acumen required to support both current operations and future ambitions. A key focus of the role will be the continued enhancement of systems, processes and reporting capabilities across the Trust. The Director of Finance will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for automation, improving the accessibility and quality of management information, and ensuring that financial processes remain scalable as the organisation continues to grow. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys creating positive change and leveraging technology to drive efficiency, accuracy and better decision-making. The Trust is seeking an individual who is motivated by the opportunity to build, improve and innovate rather than simply maintain the status quo. The successful candidate will help create the foundations that support the next chapter of the organisation's growth, whilst maintaining the high standards of financial stewardship, governance and operational excellence that underpin its success. Key responsibilities will include: Leading strategic financial planning, forecasting and financial modelling activities across the Trust. Supporting growth initiatives, organisational development and change programmes through robust financial analysis and business case development. Overseeing Trust-wide budgeting, forecasting and management reporting processes. Delivering insightful financial information to support strategic decision-making at Executive and Board level. Driving the enhancement of finance systems, reporting tools and operational processes. Identifying and implementing automation opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of financial information. Ensuring robust financial governance, compliance and internal controls are maintained across the organisation. Leading audit processes and supporting statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements. Supporting the development of a scalable finance function capable of supporting future growth. Management of the finance team ensuring high standard of performance is achieved This is a role with significant long-term potential. As the Trust continues to grow and evolve, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow alongside it, taking on increasing levels of responsibility and helping to shape the future of both the finance function and the wider organisation. The successful Director of Finance will have: Hold a formal accounting qualification ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent Experience of leading and managing finance team Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, audit processed Experience in the Education, Charity or Public Sector ss such has knowledge of SORP, FRS102 Strong analytical, financial modelling and forecasting skills Advanced Excel skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply) Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision. Director of Finance Benefits Generous pension scheme Flexible and supportive working environment Professional development and career progression opportunities Strategic leadership role with significant influence across the organisation Opportunity to shape and develop a growing finance function Exposure to executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders The chance to make a meaningful impact within a values-led organisation Ability to work remotely during School holiday, but office based during term time Director of Finance About The Role As part of this exciting journey, a newly created Director of Finance position has been established. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role presents a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to become a key contributor to the Trust's ongoing evolution, helping to shape the financial strategy, infrastructure and operational capability required to support sustainable growth. This is far more than a traditional finance leadership role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence organisational direction, support strategic decision-making and play a pivotal role in building a finance function that is fit for the future. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, Trustees, Headteachers and senior leadership teams, you will be a trusted advisor across the organisation, providing the financial insight and commercial acumen required to support both current operations and future ambitions. A key focus of the role will be the continued enhancement of systems, processes and reporting capabilities across the Trust. The Director of Finance will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for automation, improving the accessibility and quality of management information, and ensuring that financial processes remain scalable as the organisation continues to grow. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys creating positive change and leveraging technology to drive efficiency, accuracy and better decision-making. The Trust is seeking an individual who is motivated by the opportunity to build, improve and innovate rather than simply maintain the status quo. The successful candidate will help create the foundations that support the next chapter of the organisation's growth, whilst maintaining the high standards of financial stewardship, governance and operational excellence that underpin its success. Key responsibilities will include: Leading strategic financial planning, forecasting and financial modelling activities across the Trust. Supporting growth initiatives, organisational development and change programmes through robust financial analysis and business case development. Overseeing Trust-wide budgeting, forecasting and management reporting processes. Delivering insightful financial information to support strategic decision-making at Executive and Board level. Driving the enhancement of finance systems, reporting tools and operational processes. Identifying and implementing automation opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of financial information. Ensuring robust financial governance, compliance and internal controls are maintained across the organisation. Leading audit processes and supporting statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements. Supporting the development of a scalable finance function capable of supporting future growth. Management of the finance team ensuring high standard of performance is achieved This is a role with significant long-term potential. As the Trust continues to grow and evolve, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow alongside it, taking on increasing levels of responsibility and helping to shape the future of both the finance function and the wider organisation. The successful Director of Finance will have: Hold a formal accounting qualification ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent Experience of leading and managing finance team Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, audit processed Experience in the Education, Charity or Public Sector ss such has knowledge of SORP, FRS102 Strong analytical, financial modelling and forecasting skills Advanced Excel skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply) Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision.