Chief Accountant Alloa Permanent Full -Time (35hours) Hybrid £64,000 - £70,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays aredelighted to be working exclusively once again with Clackmannanshire Council torecruit a Chief Accountant, offering a unique opportunity to join aforward-thinking local authority at a senior level. Based at Kilncraigs withhybrid working options, this role sits within the Finance and Revenues Serviceand plays a critical part in supporting the effective administration of theCouncil's financial affairs. Working closelywith the Chief Finance Officer, you will contribute to the strategic andoperational leadership of finance services, helping to ensure they remain fitfor purpose, innovative, and aligned to the Council's long-term objectives. Your new role As ChiefAccountant and Deputy (Section 95 Officer), you will operate as a senior memberof the extended Management Team, providing leadership, direction, and oversightacross the accountancy function. You will support and deputise for the ChiefFinance Officer in fulfilling statutory responsibilities, including thosealigned to the Section 95 role, and will play a central part in ensuring theCouncil's financial governance and controls are robust and effective. You will take responsibility for leading the development and delivery of the Council's budget strategy, managing the annual budget-setting process, and ensuring the organisation maintains a balanced financial position. The role will also involve overseeing the preparation of statutory financial statements and working closely with external auditors during the annual audit process. In addition, you will ensure strong financial management practices are embedded through effective monitoring, reporting, and control of revenue and capital budgets. In this position,you will lead and develop high-performing finance teams, provide strategicfinancial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members, and contribute tokey areas such as treasury management, governance, and financial strategy. Youwill also support major projects, business cases, and investment decisions,ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering best value for theorganisation. A strong focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and servicetransformation will be central to your approach. What you'll need to succeed To succeed inthis role, you will be a professionally qualified accountant (CCAB orequivalent) with significant experience operating at a senior managerial levelwithin a financial environment. You will bring strong technical accountingexpertise, including the preparation of statutory financial statements,alongside a proven track record of developing strategic financial plans andmanaging complex revenue and capital budgets. You will demonstrate strong leadership capability with experience of managing and developing teams, as well as excellent communication and influencing skills, enabling you to build credibility with senior stakeholders and provide effective financial advice. A sound understanding of governance, financial controls, and regulatory frameworks is essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines within a complex and demanding environment. Experience withinthe public sector, including knowledge of local government finance or workingwithin a political environment, would be advantageous, as would exposure totreasury management and organisational transformation initiatives. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you will secure a high-profile senior leadership role with theopportunity to shape the financial direction of a significant public sectororganisation. You will play a key part in strategic decision-making across theorganisation while working within a collaborative and supportive seniorleadership team. The role offers the chance to drive meaningful change,influence financial strategy, and contribute to the ongoing development andimprovement of finance services, all within a flexible working environment thatsupports hybrid arrangements. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Chief Accountant Alloa Permanent Full -Time (35hours) Hybrid £64,000 - £70,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays aredelighted to be working exclusively once again with Clackmannanshire Council torecruit a Chief Accountant, offering a unique opportunity to join aforward-thinking local authority at a senior level. Based at Kilncraigs withhybrid working options, this role sits within the Finance and Revenues Serviceand plays a critical part in supporting the effective administration of theCouncil's financial affairs. Working closelywith the Chief Finance Officer, you will contribute to the strategic andoperational leadership of finance services, helping to ensure they remain fitfor purpose, innovative, and aligned to the Council's long-term objectives. Your new role As ChiefAccountant and Deputy (Section 95 Officer), you will operate as a senior memberof the extended Management Team, providing leadership, direction, and oversightacross the accountancy function. You will support and deputise for the ChiefFinance Officer in fulfilling statutory responsibilities, including thosealigned to the Section 95 role, and will play a central part in ensuring theCouncil's financial governance and controls are robust and effective. You will take responsibility for leading the development and delivery of the Council's budget strategy, managing the annual budget-setting process, and ensuring the organisation maintains a balanced financial position. The role will also involve overseeing the preparation of statutory financial statements and working closely with external auditors during the annual audit process. In addition, you will ensure strong financial management practices are embedded through effective monitoring, reporting, and control of revenue and capital budgets. In this position,you will lead and develop high-performing finance teams, provide strategicfinancial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members, and contribute tokey areas such as treasury management, governance, and financial strategy. Youwill also support major projects, business cases, and investment decisions,ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering best value for theorganisation. A strong focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and servicetransformation will be central to your approach. What you'll need to succeed To succeed inthis role, you will be a professionally qualified accountant (CCAB orequivalent) with significant experience operating at a senior managerial levelwithin a financial environment. You will bring strong technical accountingexpertise, including the preparation of statutory financial statements,alongside a proven track record of developing strategic financial plans andmanaging complex revenue and capital budgets. You will demonstrate strong leadership capability with experience of managing and developing teams, as well as excellent communication and influencing skills, enabling you to build credibility with senior stakeholders and provide effective financial advice. A sound understanding of governance, financial controls, and regulatory frameworks is essential, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines within a complex and demanding environment. Experience withinthe public sector, including knowledge of local government finance or workingwithin a political environment, would be advantageous, as would exposure totreasury management and organisational transformation initiatives. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you will secure a high-profile senior leadership role with theopportunity to shape the financial direction of a significant public sectororganisation. You will play a key part in strategic decision-making across theorganisation while working within a collaborative and supportive seniorleadership team. The role offers the chance to drive meaningful change,influence financial strategy, and contribute to the ongoing development andimprovement of finance services, all within a flexible working environment thatsupports hybrid arrangements. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Are you a corporate fundraising professional who thrives on building meaningful partnerships and wants your work to make a tangible difference to people's lives? Working for the charity that supports one of the largest NHS providers in the country, you'll play a vital role in helping to improve healthcare experiences and outcomes across Greater Manchester. This is an exciting time to join this charity as they continue to grow their fundraising activity and increase their impact for patients, families and NHS colleagues across the communities they serve. Corporate Fundraising Manager (Band 7) Salary: £49,387-£56,511 per annum Band 7 (appointing at £49,387) Contract: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week Location: predominately home-based, with travel across sites (Royal Oldham, Salford Royal, Fairfield General and Rochdale) as required and typically 1 day per week, in person, with the team (usually Bury, alongside occasional networking and stakeholder meetings.) Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension scheme, staff networks, accessible prayer rooms, protected wellbeing hours, long service awards, car lease scheme, retail discounts, and a range of health and wellbeing benefits Culture: Values-led, supportive, collaborative and ambitious About the charity As the official charity of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, they support hospital and community healthcare services across Salford, Oldham, Bury and Rochdale. Their mission is simple but powerful: to help enhance care and improve lives across the communities they serve. Through charitable funding, they provide access to specialist services, life-saving equipment, pioneering research, innovative projects and those extra touches that can make a real difference to patients, families and staff. At the heart of everything they do are their values: Care, Appreciate and Inspire . These values shape their culture, guide decision-making and create an environment where people feel supported, valued and empowered to make a difference. About the role As Corporate Fundraising Manager, you'll lead the development and growth of their corporate income stream, creating meaningful partnerships with businesses and organisations that share their commitment to improving healthcare across Greater Manchester. You'll develop and deliver corporate engagement opportunities, including income generating and relationship building events, using these strategically to cultivate, build and grow corporate partnerships and income. You'll play a key role in delivering the corporate fundraising strategy, nurturing existing supporters while proactively identifying and securing new partnership opportunities. Working collaboratively across the charity, you'll create engaging and mutually beneficial partnerships that generate sustainable income and long-term support. You'll be responsible for delivering corporate fundraising income targets and managing budgets across a range of income streams, including sponsorship, donations, gifts in kind and strategic partnerships. You'll also develop thoughtful stewardship journeys that ensure supporters feel valued, connected to the impact of their giving and inspired to continue their involvement. About you This could be a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building authentic relationships, spotting opportunities and bringing people together around a shared purpose. We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate: Experience in corporate fundraising, partnership development and relationship management. A proven track record of securing, growing and retaining corporate support and achieving income targets. Experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising or partnership strategies. Strong stewardship skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships and create excellent supporter experiences. Experience leading fundraising campaigns, partnerships and/or events that engage corporate and community audiences. Most importantly, you'll be motivated by making a difference and excited by the opportunity to help grow support for a charity that sits at the heart of local healthcare. If you're looking for a role where your fundraising expertise can have a lasting impact on communities across Greater Manchester, we'd love to hear from you. Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Amelia Lee at Charity People as the first step. Deadline: 9am on Thursday, 2nd July Interviews: In person on the 15th of July Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Are you a corporate fundraising professional who thrives on building meaningful partnerships and wants your work to make a tangible difference to people's lives? Working for the charity that supports one of the largest NHS providers in the country, you'll play a vital role in helping to improve healthcare experiences and outcomes across Greater Manchester. This is an exciting time to join this charity as they continue to grow their fundraising activity and increase their impact for patients, families and NHS colleagues across the communities they serve. Corporate Fundraising Manager (Band 7) Salary: £49,387-£56,511 per annum Band 7 (appointing at £49,387) Contract: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week Location: predominately home-based, with travel across sites (Royal Oldham, Salford Royal, Fairfield General and Rochdale) as required and typically 1 day per week, in person, with the team (usually Bury, alongside occasional networking and stakeholder meetings.) Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension scheme, staff networks, accessible prayer rooms, protected wellbeing hours, long service awards, car lease scheme, retail discounts, and a range of health and wellbeing benefits Culture: Values-led, supportive, collaborative and ambitious About the charity As the official charity of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, they support hospital and community healthcare services across Salford, Oldham, Bury and Rochdale. Their mission is simple but powerful: to help enhance care and improve lives across the communities they serve. Through charitable funding, they provide access to specialist services, life-saving equipment, pioneering research, innovative projects and those extra touches that can make a real difference to patients, families and staff. At the heart of everything they do are their values: Care, Appreciate and Inspire . These values shape their culture, guide decision-making and create an environment where people feel supported, valued and empowered to make a difference. About the role As Corporate Fundraising Manager, you'll lead the development and growth of their corporate income stream, creating meaningful partnerships with businesses and organisations that share their commitment to improving healthcare across Greater Manchester. You'll develop and deliver corporate engagement opportunities, including income generating and relationship building events, using these strategically to cultivate, build and grow corporate partnerships and income. You'll play a key role in delivering the corporate fundraising strategy, nurturing existing supporters while proactively identifying and securing new partnership opportunities. Working collaboratively across the charity, you'll create engaging and mutually beneficial partnerships that generate sustainable income and long-term support. You'll be responsible for delivering corporate fundraising income targets and managing budgets across a range of income streams, including sponsorship, donations, gifts in kind and strategic partnerships. You'll also develop thoughtful stewardship journeys that ensure supporters feel valued, connected to the impact of their giving and inspired to continue their involvement. About you This could be a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building authentic relationships, spotting opportunities and bringing people together around a shared purpose. We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate: Experience in corporate fundraising, partnership development and relationship management. A proven track record of securing, growing and retaining corporate support and achieving income targets. Experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising or partnership strategies. Strong stewardship skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships and create excellent supporter experiences. Experience leading fundraising campaigns, partnerships and/or events that engage corporate and community audiences. Most importantly, you'll be motivated by making a difference and excited by the opportunity to help grow support for a charity that sits at the heart of local healthcare. If you're looking for a role where your fundraising expertise can have a lasting impact on communities across Greater Manchester, we'd love to hear from you. Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Amelia Lee at Charity People as the first step. Deadline: 9am on Thursday, 2nd July Interviews: In person on the 15th of July Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Language Matters is recruiting an Italian speaking Billing Analyst to join a leading professional services firm in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance function within an international and collaborative environment.In this role, you will work closely with client engagement teams and the wider finance function to support effective working capital management. You will be responsible for monitoring project financials, supporting accurate and timely billing, and helping to ensure strong cash flow across engagements. This is a full-time position based in London, reporting to the Engagement Accounting Manager. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the monitoring of active engagements to ensure accurate and timely billing Preparing and issuing client invoices in line with contractual terms Reviewing client agreements and understanding their impact on billing and financial processes Processing adjustments including time and expense updates, transfers, and write-offs where required Supporting accounts receivable activity and helping to ensure timely cash collection Liaising with internal teams to resolve billing and financial queries Contributing to improvements across end-to-end financial processes Assisting with the ongoing development of systems, tools, and workflows About you: You are an Italian Speaking Billing Analyst with experience in accounts receivable or billing, ideally within a professional services environment. You have a strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with stakeholders and using systems such as Excel to support accurate invoicing and cash collection. Profile: Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, or finance support Strong stakeholder communication and management skills Strong numerical ability with high attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proficient in MS Excel and other finance systems or ERPs To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Alexia. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Language Matters is recruiting an Italian speaking Billing Analyst to join a leading professional services firm in Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance function within an international and collaborative environment.In this role, you will work closely with client engagement teams and the wider finance function to support effective working capital management. You will be responsible for monitoring project financials, supporting accurate and timely billing, and helping to ensure strong cash flow across engagements. This is a full-time position based in London, reporting to the Engagement Accounting Manager. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the monitoring of active engagements to ensure accurate and timely billing Preparing and issuing client invoices in line with contractual terms Reviewing client agreements and understanding their impact on billing and financial processes Processing adjustments including time and expense updates, transfers, and write-offs where required Supporting accounts receivable activity and helping to ensure timely cash collection Liaising with internal teams to resolve billing and financial queries Contributing to improvements across end-to-end financial processes Assisting with the ongoing development of systems, tools, and workflows About you: You are an Italian Speaking Billing Analyst with experience in accounts receivable or billing, ideally within a professional services environment. You have a strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with stakeholders and using systems such as Excel to support accurate invoicing and cash collection. Profile: Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, or finance support Strong stakeholder communication and management skills Strong numerical ability with high attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proficient in MS Excel and other finance systems or ERPs To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Alexia. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Project Administrator Location: Leicester Salary: £13.10 per hour Hours: Two vacancies available 25 and 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional evening and weekend work may be required) About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Support Worker to deliver essential administrative and operational assistance within a busy service environment. Key Responsibilities Administration & Office Support Manage office systems, records and filing efficiently. Handle telephone, email and postal enquiries professionally. Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure smooth operations. Coordinate building maintenance and repairs promptly. Conduct routine building and compliance checks. Maintain accurate records and support referral processes effectively. Administrative Support Process invoices and maintain financial records accurately. Assist with petty cash administration. Support managers and teams with general administrative tasks. Assist with data collection and reporting activities. Organise meetings, take minutes, and produce clear action plans. Support the delivery of events and training sessions. Project Support Assist colleagues to ensure effective service delivery. Coordinate resources and donations efficiently. Support health and safety compliance across services. Provide cover and support across teams as required. Undertake additional duties relevant to the role. Data & Reporting Maintain information accurately on internal databases. Produce reports and presentations as required. Support project monitoring and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection policies. About You Excellent administrative and organisational skills. Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office applications. Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Approach work with professionalism and maintain confidentiality. Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Flexible and adaptable to changing work demands. How to Apply If you possess strong administrative skills and seek a varied and rewarding support role, we would welcome your application.
Jun 29, 2026
Seasonal
Project Administrator Location: Leicester Salary: £13.10 per hour Hours: Two vacancies available 25 and 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional evening and weekend work may be required) About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Support Worker to deliver essential administrative and operational assistance within a busy service environment. Key Responsibilities Administration & Office Support Manage office systems, records and filing efficiently. Handle telephone, email and postal enquiries professionally. Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure smooth operations. Coordinate building maintenance and repairs promptly. Conduct routine building and compliance checks. Maintain accurate records and support referral processes effectively. Administrative Support Process invoices and maintain financial records accurately. Assist with petty cash administration. Support managers and teams with general administrative tasks. Assist with data collection and reporting activities. Organise meetings, take minutes, and produce clear action plans. Support the delivery of events and training sessions. Project Support Assist colleagues to ensure effective service delivery. Coordinate resources and donations efficiently. Support health and safety compliance across services. Provide cover and support across teams as required. Undertake additional duties relevant to the role. Data & Reporting Maintain information accurately on internal databases. Produce reports and presentations as required. Support project monitoring and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection policies. About You Excellent administrative and organisational skills. Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office applications. Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Approach work with professionalism and maintain confidentiality. Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Flexible and adaptable to changing work demands. How to Apply If you possess strong administrative skills and seek a varied and rewarding support role, we would welcome your application.
A growing, values-led financial planning business is looking for a Client Services Manager to take ownership of operations and help create the conditions for sustainable growth. This is a pivotal leadership role designed to ensure the business runs smoothly, efficiently and consistently - freeing senior leaders to focus on clients, strategic direction and business development. You'll bring structure, pace and accountability to the operational heartbeat of the business while developing people, improving workflows and maintaining exceptional client standards. The Opportunity This role exists to: Create flow across teams and processes Raise standards and consistency Protect leadership time Develop and support future talent You'll become the operational anchor for the business, ensuring work moves seamlessly from planning through to delivery. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Oversee day-to-day operations across administration and paraplanning functions Lead, coach and develop operational teams through regular feedback and performance management Improve and streamline internal processes to support growth and efficiency Act as the first point of resolution for operational challenges before escalation Workflow Ownership & Delivery Take full accountability for the end-to-end client workflow to ensure: Meetings are fully prepared and delivered smoothly Follow-up actions, suitability reporting and implementation activity happen on time Work transitions seamlessly across teams Deadlines are consistently achieved without leadership intervention You'll also: Run weekly workflow and resource planning Monitor team capacity and identify bottlenecks Reallocate work proactively when priorities shift Anticipate operational risks before they affect client experience Client Experience Ensure a professional, seamless onboarding and ongoing service experience Maintain and continuously improve service standards Support resolution of more complex client service matters Embed warmth, professionalism and attention to detail throughout operational delivery Team Leadership & Culture Lead and support administration and paraplanning professionals Conduct regular 1:1s, appraisals and development conversations Create pathways for progression and development, including junior talent Foster a culture built on accountability, confidence and continuous improvement Continuous Improvement Own and refine operational processes across the business Improve handovers and reduce duplication Deliver operational projects through to completion Support the development and effective use of CRM and workflow systems About You Experience in a Senior Operations Manager, Practice Manager or Business Manager role within a financial advisory environment Exposure to financial planning, wealth mangement or another regulated professional services environment Strong understanding of operational delivery and process management Experience leading and developing teams Excellent organisational and problem-solving capability Confidence working alongside senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes High standards, strong ownership and a proactive approach Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a growing professional services business at an exciting stage of development and play a meaningful role in shaping how the business operates and scales. If you enjoy bringing order to complexity, developing people and creating exceptional operational standards, we'd love to hear from you. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
A growing, values-led financial planning business is looking for a Client Services Manager to take ownership of operations and help create the conditions for sustainable growth. This is a pivotal leadership role designed to ensure the business runs smoothly, efficiently and consistently - freeing senior leaders to focus on clients, strategic direction and business development. You'll bring structure, pace and accountability to the operational heartbeat of the business while developing people, improving workflows and maintaining exceptional client standards. The Opportunity This role exists to: Create flow across teams and processes Raise standards and consistency Protect leadership time Develop and support future talent You'll become the operational anchor for the business, ensuring work moves seamlessly from planning through to delivery. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Oversee day-to-day operations across administration and paraplanning functions Lead, coach and develop operational teams through regular feedback and performance management Improve and streamline internal processes to support growth and efficiency Act as the first point of resolution for operational challenges before escalation Workflow Ownership & Delivery Take full accountability for the end-to-end client workflow to ensure: Meetings are fully prepared and delivered smoothly Follow-up actions, suitability reporting and implementation activity happen on time Work transitions seamlessly across teams Deadlines are consistently achieved without leadership intervention You'll also: Run weekly workflow and resource planning Monitor team capacity and identify bottlenecks Reallocate work proactively when priorities shift Anticipate operational risks before they affect client experience Client Experience Ensure a professional, seamless onboarding and ongoing service experience Maintain and continuously improve service standards Support resolution of more complex client service matters Embed warmth, professionalism and attention to detail throughout operational delivery Team Leadership & Culture Lead and support administration and paraplanning professionals Conduct regular 1:1s, appraisals and development conversations Create pathways for progression and development, including junior talent Foster a culture built on accountability, confidence and continuous improvement Continuous Improvement Own and refine operational processes across the business Improve handovers and reduce duplication Deliver operational projects through to completion Support the development and effective use of CRM and workflow systems About You Experience in a Senior Operations Manager, Practice Manager or Business Manager role within a financial advisory environment Exposure to financial planning, wealth mangement or another regulated professional services environment Strong understanding of operational delivery and process management Experience leading and developing teams Excellent organisational and problem-solving capability Confidence working alongside senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes High standards, strong ownership and a proactive approach Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a growing professional services business at an exciting stage of development and play a meaningful role in shaping how the business operates and scales. If you enjoy bringing order to complexity, developing people and creating exceptional operational standards, we'd love to hear from you. Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.
Location: Sutton, London (Office-Based with Site Travel Across London & the South East) (Office relocating to Purley in the near future) Salary: 50,000 - 75,000 per annum (DOE) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to join a long-established specialist contractor delivering prestigious high-end interior and decorative plasterwork projects across Central London. This role is ideally suited to an experienced construction professional with a strong background in delivering luxury residential, five-star hotel, heritage or premium commercial projects. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing projects from contract award through to final account, ensuring successful commercial and operational delivery while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and client satisfaction. Alongside project delivery, this role requires strong commercial awareness, including preparing monthly valuations, managing variations, monitoring project costs and producing commercial reports. Approximately 95% of projects are based in Central London, with the remaining 5% across surrounding regions and occasional overseas works. Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Key Responsibilities Manage projects from contract award through to completion and final account Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and specialist trades across multiple high-end projects Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards Prepare and submit monthly valuations, applications for payment and commercial reports Monitor project costs, variations and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle Review drawings, specifications and programmes, producing accurate sub-programmes where required Manage material call-offs and coordinate with workshops, suppliers and subcontractors Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects and design teams Prepare and manage RAMS and associated project documentation Produce regular project progress and commercial reports for senior management Maintain high standards of health & safety, organisation and site presentation Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Job Requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within the construction industry Experience delivering high-end residential, luxury housing, five-star hotel, heritage or premium commercial projects Strong commercial knowledge with experience preparing monthly valuations, applications for payment, variations, cost reporting and project financial management Excellent Microsoft Excel skills are essential, including formulas, calculations and spreadsheet management for monthly valuations and commercial reporting Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes Health & Safety qualifications such as SMSTS, SSSTS and/or CSCS are highly desirable Strong communication, leadership and client-facing skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Construction-related qualification advantageous Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Salary & Benefits Salary: 50,000 - 75,000 per annum (DOE) 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employer pension contribution Life insurance Retail discount scheme Full training and ongoing professional development Long-term career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on prestigious specialist projects across London and beyond Supportive and collaborative working environment Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Location: Sutton, London (Office-Based with Site Travel Across London & the South East) (Office relocating to Purley in the near future) Salary: 50,000 - 75,000 per annum (DOE) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to join a long-established specialist contractor delivering prestigious high-end interior and decorative plasterwork projects across Central London. This role is ideally suited to an experienced construction professional with a strong background in delivering luxury residential, five-star hotel, heritage or premium commercial projects. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing projects from contract award through to final account, ensuring successful commercial and operational delivery while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and client satisfaction. Alongside project delivery, this role requires strong commercial awareness, including preparing monthly valuations, managing variations, monitoring project costs and producing commercial reports. Approximately 95% of projects are based in Central London, with the remaining 5% across surrounding regions and occasional overseas works. Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Key Responsibilities Manage projects from contract award through to completion and final account Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and specialist trades across multiple high-end projects Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards Prepare and submit monthly valuations, applications for payment and commercial reports Monitor project costs, variations and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle Review drawings, specifications and programmes, producing accurate sub-programmes where required Manage material call-offs and coordinate with workshops, suppliers and subcontractors Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects and design teams Prepare and manage RAMS and associated project documentation Produce regular project progress and commercial reports for senior management Maintain high standards of health & safety, organisation and site presentation Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Job Requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within the construction industry Experience delivering high-end residential, luxury housing, five-star hotel, heritage or premium commercial projects Strong commercial knowledge with experience preparing monthly valuations, applications for payment, variations, cost reporting and project financial management Excellent Microsoft Excel skills are essential, including formulas, calculations and spreadsheet management for monthly valuations and commercial reporting Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes Health & Safety qualifications such as SMSTS, SSSTS and/or CSCS are highly desirable Strong communication, leadership and client-facing skills Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Construction-related qualification advantageous Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - Salary & Benefits Salary: 50,000 - 75,000 per annum (DOE) 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employer pension contribution Life insurance Retail discount scheme Full training and ongoing professional development Long-term career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on prestigious specialist projects across London and beyond Supportive and collaborative working environment Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
3D Personnel are currently looking for a Ground Worker for a construction project in Fleet. The day-to-day duties will consist of: Digging trenches and excavation Using shovels and other hand tools Clearing the site by removing the topsoil and anything that can affect the construction process Landscaping the site Clearing the construction site of vegetation or carrying out any other site clearance Removing old drainage or other pipework systems Leading any necessary demolition required to enable site work Preparing the ground for the building team to lay the foundations Setting up the construction site Laying pavement, driveways and kerbs Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to specifications Following safety guidelines and maintaining a clean work area Performing all required duties on site as instructed by the site management team Conduct work according to industry health and safety standards Requirements: Must hold a valid CSCS Card Must have previous experience working as a ground worker on construction site Must be hard working and driven Must have valid ID/Passport Must have full PPE (Hard hat, hi-vis, and safety boots) If interested please apply below or call our office on (phone number removed). (url removed) Personnel Ltd are operating as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. 3D Personnel Ltd are a leading name in construction recruitment for the United Kingdom supplying Professional & Technical, Trades & Labour and construction Services talent across a broad range of construction sectors Our dedicated Resource Managers can guide you through the whole construction recruitment process and help you land that dream role in the British Construction Industry. Finding a suitable construction job for you is something 3D Personnel takes massive pride in. Other projects and progression will be available within 3D Personnel due to the ever-growing construction industry that is thriving in the United Kingdom. 3D Personnel is currently working on several large-scale projects in the United Kingdom, if the job above does not suit, please contact us for other potential construction job opportunities near you. For a full list of construction jobs, we currently have available please visit: (url removed)/job-search Benefits of working for 3D Personnel: Weekly Payroll Dedicated staff looking after you 3D Personnel act as an employment business For certain job roles payment via CIS could be a pay option, but please be aware that not all job roles are eligible to be paid CIS
Jun 29, 2026
Seasonal
3D Personnel are currently looking for a Ground Worker for a construction project in Fleet. The day-to-day duties will consist of: Digging trenches and excavation Using shovels and other hand tools Clearing the site by removing the topsoil and anything that can affect the construction process Landscaping the site Clearing the construction site of vegetation or carrying out any other site clearance Removing old drainage or other pipework systems Leading any necessary demolition required to enable site work Preparing the ground for the building team to lay the foundations Setting up the construction site Laying pavement, driveways and kerbs Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to specifications Following safety guidelines and maintaining a clean work area Performing all required duties on site as instructed by the site management team Conduct work according to industry health and safety standards Requirements: Must hold a valid CSCS Card Must have previous experience working as a ground worker on construction site Must be hard working and driven Must have valid ID/Passport Must have full PPE (Hard hat, hi-vis, and safety boots) If interested please apply below or call our office on (phone number removed). (url removed) Personnel Ltd are operating as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. 3D Personnel Ltd are a leading name in construction recruitment for the United Kingdom supplying Professional & Technical, Trades & Labour and construction Services talent across a broad range of construction sectors Our dedicated Resource Managers can guide you through the whole construction recruitment process and help you land that dream role in the British Construction Industry. Finding a suitable construction job for you is something 3D Personnel takes massive pride in. Other projects and progression will be available within 3D Personnel due to the ever-growing construction industry that is thriving in the United Kingdom. 3D Personnel is currently working on several large-scale projects in the United Kingdom, if the job above does not suit, please contact us for other potential construction job opportunities near you. For a full list of construction jobs, we currently have available please visit: (url removed)/job-search Benefits of working for 3D Personnel: Weekly Payroll Dedicated staff looking after you 3D Personnel act as an employment business For certain job roles payment via CIS could be a pay option, but please be aware that not all job roles are eligible to be paid CIS
The Centre for Long-Term Resilience
City Of Westminster, London
Job title: Operations Associate Type: Full-Time Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c. £55,000 depending on experience Start date: ASAP About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. Your Role Operations Associates play a pivotal role at CLTR, supporting the effective operations of our growing policy units. We are hiring two new staff in this position, one to support our AI Policy Unit and one to support our Biosecurity Policy Unit. Embedded within either our AI or Biosecurity unit, your role will be to provide a flexible range of operational, administrative and project support. This includes administrative responsibilities such as organising meetings, managing team calendars, and providing executive assistance support to unit Directors, alongside more substantive project management support to ongoing policy projects, fundraising proposals, and other responsibilities as determined by the priorities of the unit. These roles also offer the opportunity to develop skills supporting grant writing and other fundraising activities. Although the roles are embedded within their respective policy units, they collaborate regularly with our central Operations unit, and have scope to contribute to operational projects supporting CLTR's organisational development. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to individuals looking to develop skills and experience in project management and operations within a thriving non-profit, focused on some of the most pressing issues of our time. With touch points into multiple parts of the organisation, the role offers fantastic exposure to different areas of work in a growing think tank. What you'll do: Operations support and administration: Coordinate team meetings, events and travel logistics Support policy team members in preparing presentations and other written outputs, e.g. website copy Coordinate team publication pipeline and related processes, e.g. liaising with copy editors and designers Coordinating management of contractors supporting policy unit work Support coordination of stakeholder engagement by team members, including upkeep of CRM systems Oversee the team calendar and coordinate planning of team-level activities, supporting the unit Director and Delivery Manager Ensure clear processes are in place at unit level for filing key documents, knowledge management, and other information security related procedures Support onboarding processes for new team members, in coordination with People Operations Support budget tracking and follow up of invoices and expenses at unit level Project coordination: Coordinate tracking of multiple unit projects and ensure progress updates are shared in a streamlined way Coordinate activity and impact logging across unit members, in collaboration with the unit Delivery Manager Provide flexible support to project activities as requested, including background research or other project management back stopping Grant writing and fundraising: Support in the coordination of input to grant proposals from policy unit staff, in close partnership with the Fundraising unit Contribute directly to grant writing, with appropriate support Contribute to ensuring consistent language and references across funding proposals within the unit, drawing on past project performance and project trackers Executive assistance: Support the unit Director with email and diary management Act as a reliable "gatekeeper" for the unit Director's time, and contribute to strategic decisions around time management (external invites, internal priorities, focus time etc) Provide travel booking and logistical support to the unit Director Please note this is not an exhaustive list, and you will be expected to carry out other tasks as reasonably required by your line manager Person Specification Essential Demonstrable experience in an operations, administrative or project management role. Project coordination skills, with the ability to coordinate work across multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. A genuine passion for administration and operations, and in particular for identifying efficiencies and making systems work for people. Exceptional attention to detail, especially for coordinating complex calendars and travel logistics, preparing written documents and website content. Experience using tools like Google Slides, Canva or Powerpoint to prepare clear, professional briefing materials and presentations. Ability to produce clear written content for different audiences, e.g. funding proposals, website copy. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times, including comfort with information-security protocols and sensitive document handling. High agency, flexibility and a proactive, ownership-driven approach - you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly - giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment Experience working as an executive assistant Experience working within either the AI safety or biosecurity policy ecosystem Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile This role might not be right for you if you're looking for a role with significant strategic or line-management scope. This is a hands-on coordination role with growth potential. It also isn't a stepping stone into policy research; we're looking for someone genuinely energised by operational excellence and developing a career trajectory within operations and / or project management. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least two times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits c.£55,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. Application Process To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter via this link by 0900 BST on 1st July. Please use your cover letter to outline how you meet the person specification above. We plan to conduct first round interviews with selected candidates on 15th, 16th and 17th July. First round interviews will be held remotely. Final interviews will be held on 23rd and 24th July in person at CLTR's office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please contact us via Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks. We know that our organisation is strengthened by the rich variety of perspectives that a truly diverse workforce brings. We want to make sure that our selection processes are as fair as they can possibly be, providing a level playing field for anyone who wants to come and work at CLTR. Therefore, if you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process, including interview . click apply for full job details
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Job title: Operations Associate Type: Full-Time Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c. £55,000 depending on experience Start date: ASAP About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. Your Role Operations Associates play a pivotal role at CLTR, supporting the effective operations of our growing policy units. We are hiring two new staff in this position, one to support our AI Policy Unit and one to support our Biosecurity Policy Unit. Embedded within either our AI or Biosecurity unit, your role will be to provide a flexible range of operational, administrative and project support. This includes administrative responsibilities such as organising meetings, managing team calendars, and providing executive assistance support to unit Directors, alongside more substantive project management support to ongoing policy projects, fundraising proposals, and other responsibilities as determined by the priorities of the unit. These roles also offer the opportunity to develop skills supporting grant writing and other fundraising activities. Although the roles are embedded within their respective policy units, they collaborate regularly with our central Operations unit, and have scope to contribute to operational projects supporting CLTR's organisational development. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to individuals looking to develop skills and experience in project management and operations within a thriving non-profit, focused on some of the most pressing issues of our time. With touch points into multiple parts of the organisation, the role offers fantastic exposure to different areas of work in a growing think tank. What you'll do: Operations support and administration: Coordinate team meetings, events and travel logistics Support policy team members in preparing presentations and other written outputs, e.g. website copy Coordinate team publication pipeline and related processes, e.g. liaising with copy editors and designers Coordinating management of contractors supporting policy unit work Support coordination of stakeholder engagement by team members, including upkeep of CRM systems Oversee the team calendar and coordinate planning of team-level activities, supporting the unit Director and Delivery Manager Ensure clear processes are in place at unit level for filing key documents, knowledge management, and other information security related procedures Support onboarding processes for new team members, in coordination with People Operations Support budget tracking and follow up of invoices and expenses at unit level Project coordination: Coordinate tracking of multiple unit projects and ensure progress updates are shared in a streamlined way Coordinate activity and impact logging across unit members, in collaboration with the unit Delivery Manager Provide flexible support to project activities as requested, including background research or other project management back stopping Grant writing and fundraising: Support in the coordination of input to grant proposals from policy unit staff, in close partnership with the Fundraising unit Contribute directly to grant writing, with appropriate support Contribute to ensuring consistent language and references across funding proposals within the unit, drawing on past project performance and project trackers Executive assistance: Support the unit Director with email and diary management Act as a reliable "gatekeeper" for the unit Director's time, and contribute to strategic decisions around time management (external invites, internal priorities, focus time etc) Provide travel booking and logistical support to the unit Director Please note this is not an exhaustive list, and you will be expected to carry out other tasks as reasonably required by your line manager Person Specification Essential Demonstrable experience in an operations, administrative or project management role. Project coordination skills, with the ability to coordinate work across multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. A genuine passion for administration and operations, and in particular for identifying efficiencies and making systems work for people. Exceptional attention to detail, especially for coordinating complex calendars and travel logistics, preparing written documents and website content. Experience using tools like Google Slides, Canva or Powerpoint to prepare clear, professional briefing materials and presentations. Ability to produce clear written content for different audiences, e.g. funding proposals, website copy. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times, including comfort with information-security protocols and sensitive document handling. High agency, flexibility and a proactive, ownership-driven approach - you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly - giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment Experience working as an executive assistant Experience working within either the AI safety or biosecurity policy ecosystem Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile This role might not be right for you if you're looking for a role with significant strategic or line-management scope. This is a hands-on coordination role with growth potential. It also isn't a stepping stone into policy research; we're looking for someone genuinely energised by operational excellence and developing a career trajectory within operations and / or project management. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least two times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits c.£55,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. Application Process To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter via this link by 0900 BST on 1st July. Please use your cover letter to outline how you meet the person specification above. We plan to conduct first round interviews with selected candidates on 15th, 16th and 17th July. First round interviews will be held remotely. Final interviews will be held on 23rd and 24th July in person at CLTR's office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please contact us via Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks. We know that our organisation is strengthened by the rich variety of perspectives that a truly diverse workforce brings. We want to make sure that our selection processes are as fair as they can possibly be, providing a level playing field for anyone who wants to come and work at CLTR. Therefore, if you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process, including interview . click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially- spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the i ndustry. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively . You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, manage a diverse client portfolio and work closely with Directors and Partners to deliver exceptional advisory and compliance services. You'll take ownership of complex assignments, provide insightful financial and commercial guidance, and ensure high quality outputs across management accounts, VAT, and financial reporting. With strong technical expertise, you'll mentor junior team members, review their work, and help shape their development while continuously identifying opportunities to add value for clients. You will play a key part in understanding how clients operate, analysing their finance processes, interpreting financial and non financial trends, and turning these into clear, meaningful insights. You'll support clients in making smarter decisions, improving their systems and controls, and navigating the regulatory landscape in the UK. Alongside this, you'll manage budgets, build strong relationships, lead client meetings with confidence, and spot opportunities for wider service offerings across the firm. This is a highly commercial and people focused role where you'll act as an ambassador for the firm, develop new business leads, and contribute to the growth of the department. To thrive, you'll bring proven experience in a similar managerial role, strong technical accounting knowledge, an understanding of cloud accounting systems, and the confidence to guide clients and develop your team. You'll be adaptable, collaborative and proactive-someone who embraces change, thinks creatively, and enjoys helping clients and colleagues succeed. You'll be someone with: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or equivalent experience Solid accountancy experience required Relevant experience, gained in a similar manager role- ideally from practice environment the ability to advise on and implement financial systems, processes and controls Full knowledge of compliance and take on procedures 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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 them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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 29, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially- spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the i ndustry. We'll help you succeed Our clients 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 clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively . You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic team, manage a diverse client portfolio and work closely with Directors and Partners to deliver exceptional advisory and compliance services. You'll take ownership of complex assignments, provide insightful financial and commercial guidance, and ensure high quality outputs across management accounts, VAT, and financial reporting. With strong technical expertise, you'll mentor junior team members, review their work, and help shape their development while continuously identifying opportunities to add value for clients. You will play a key part in understanding how clients operate, analysing their finance processes, interpreting financial and non financial trends, and turning these into clear, meaningful insights. You'll support clients in making smarter decisions, improving their systems and controls, and navigating the regulatory landscape in the UK. Alongside this, you'll manage budgets, build strong relationships, lead client meetings with confidence, and spot opportunities for wider service offerings across the firm. This is a highly commercial and people focused role where you'll act as an ambassador for the firm, develop new business leads, and contribute to the growth of the department. To thrive, you'll bring proven experience in a similar managerial role, strong technical accounting knowledge, an understanding of cloud accounting systems, and the confidence to guide clients and develop your team. You'll be adaptable, collaborative and proactive-someone who embraces change, thinks creatively, and enjoys helping clients and colleagues succeed. You'll be someone with: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or equivalent experience Solid accountancy experience required Relevant experience, gained in a similar manager role- ideally from practice environment the ability to advise on and implement financial systems, processes and controls Full knowledge of compliance and take on procedures 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. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side . Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together whe re and whe n 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 c ollaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work , so w e 've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices . BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise , and w e'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 them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach 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.
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 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 pro-actively 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. In Deals Services, you will have the opportunity to support a range of clients through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions, providing due diligence and wider transaction advice. We help to deliver successful transaction outcomes through our data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Join our high performing Transaction Services team as a Financial Due Diligence Manager. You'll lead financial analysis projects, engage with client management to understand business dynamics, and produce insightful diligence reports. You'll lead a team, manage project timelines and budgets, and foster client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives. Additionally, you'll play a key role in people management and recruitment, and drive operational improvements through technology adoption. You'll be someone with: Previous management experience. Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. While a working knowledge of Power BI (and other data analytics tools) is not a pre-requisite, you will be given support to develop your use of these tools Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a pro-active approach to continuous personal development. Comfortable adapting to change in a dynamic environment and motivated to innovate and drive continuous improvement 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 29, 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 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 pro-actively 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. In Deals Services, you will have the opportunity to support a range of clients through events such as acquisitions, sale processes and capital markets transactions, providing due diligence and wider transaction advice. We help to deliver successful transaction outcomes through our data-driven insights and commercial acumen. Join our high performing Transaction Services team as a Financial Due Diligence Manager. You'll lead financial analysis projects, engage with client management to understand business dynamics, and produce insightful diligence reports. You'll lead a team, manage project timelines and budgets, and foster client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives. Additionally, you'll play a key role in people management and recruitment, and drive operational improvements through technology adoption. You'll be someone with: Previous management experience. Excellent knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word, Powerpoint and Excel. While a working knowledge of Power BI (and other data analytics tools) is not a pre-requisite, you will be given support to develop your use of these tools Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a pro-active approach to continuous personal development. Comfortable adapting to change in a dynamic environment and motivated to innovate and drive continuous improvement 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.
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. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in: Cross border M&A transactions Tax planning Transfer pricing US Tax Consulting and more Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent Demonstrable US tax knowledge Strong collaboration skills: Able to guide and supervise less experienced colleagues Project management experience Client facing skills Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to adapt style as appropriate An understanding of quality control procedures 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 29, 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. We're an International Tax Team working across every industry sector with a diverse and interesting range of clients - from entrepreneurial start-ups to large, global FTSE 100 companies. For you, it's the chance to get involved in: Cross border M&A transactions Tax planning Transfer pricing US Tax Consulting and more Your potential will grow too, with plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or further enhance your current ones. Along the way, we'll give you all the client exposure, support and connections you need to take your career in whichever direction you want it to go. We're looking for someone with: US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent Demonstrable US tax knowledge Strong collaboration skills: Able to guide and supervise less experienced colleagues Project management experience Client facing skills Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to adapt style as appropriate An understanding of quality control procedures 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.
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 hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. 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. 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. Overview: As an Associate Director, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and for the timely delivery of services. You will also support Partners/Directors with complex HM Revenue & Customs enquiries and voluntary disclosures to ensure a satisfactory settlement is negotiated between the client and H M Revenue & Customs. You will be expected to contribute toward marketing and business development initiatives and build sustainable internal and external client relationships. Responsibilities: Be a stakeholder in the delivery of the Tax strategic framework by involvement with team's strategy in conjunction with Partners/Directors. Manage the every day running of the HM Revenue & Customs enquiries or disclosure for a portfolio of clients. Prepare investigation and disclosure reports, including all computational aspects of the report, for submission to the HMRC Specialist Investigations, working directly to a Partner and delegating appropriate tasks to junior staff. Liaise directly with clients, contacts and other parties to ensure work is completed and produced according to the desired timescales. Prepare agendas for all meeting with clients and/or H M Revenue & Customs and ensure that all points are followed up after the meeting. Prepare work plans and liaise with the partner/director to ensure that the report covers all areas included in the work plan. Take part in the negotiation of the settlement either directly or by providing the partner with an aide memoir in relation to the details of the case and the specific technical arguments that are likely to arise. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate the team's junior employees. This includes participating in recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines, and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Manage the billing and collection in respect of each client in their portfolio. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and inform the Partner/Director and client as appropriate. Maintain a network of professional and business contacts. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Requirements: CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or relevant work experience within HM Revenue & Customs Demonstrable post qualified experience across all aspects of tax dispute resolution Strong experience of HMRC enquiries and voluntary disclosures Report writing and tax computational experience Excellent client relationship, project management and business management skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office Previous people management experience with the ability to develop team members Highly collaborative and a team player 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 29, 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 hard and working together, our Tax team thrives on keeping busy. 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. 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. Overview: As an Associate Director, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and for the timely delivery of services. You will also support Partners/Directors with complex HM Revenue & Customs enquiries and voluntary disclosures to ensure a satisfactory settlement is negotiated between the client and H M Revenue & Customs. You will be expected to contribute toward marketing and business development initiatives and build sustainable internal and external client relationships. Responsibilities: Be a stakeholder in the delivery of the Tax strategic framework by involvement with team's strategy in conjunction with Partners/Directors. Manage the every day running of the HM Revenue & Customs enquiries or disclosure for a portfolio of clients. Prepare investigation and disclosure reports, including all computational aspects of the report, for submission to the HMRC Specialist Investigations, working directly to a Partner and delegating appropriate tasks to junior staff. Liaise directly with clients, contacts and other parties to ensure work is completed and produced according to the desired timescales. Prepare agendas for all meeting with clients and/or H M Revenue & Customs and ensure that all points are followed up after the meeting. Prepare work plans and liaise with the partner/director to ensure that the report covers all areas included in the work plan. Take part in the negotiation of the settlement either directly or by providing the partner with an aide memoir in relation to the details of the case and the specific technical arguments that are likely to arise. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate the team's junior employees. This includes participating in recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines, and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Manage the billing and collection in respect of each client in their portfolio. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities and inform the Partner/Director and client as appropriate. Maintain a network of professional and business contacts. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in marketing events, keep abreast of the wide range of services the firm offers and suggest innovative products and services. Requirements: CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or relevant work experience within HM Revenue & Customs Demonstrable post qualified experience across all aspects of tax dispute resolution Strong experience of HMRC enquiries and voluntary disclosures Report writing and tax computational experience Excellent client relationship, project management and business management skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office Previous people management experience with the ability to develop team members Highly collaborative and a team player 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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Facilities Manager / Building Manager to oversee two high-profile conference and convention venues in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities This role is responsible for leading facilities operations and customer-focused projects across multiple sites, ensuring the safe, compliant and high-quality delivery of services for clients, visitors and event delegates. Acting as the key liaison between venue operations and facilities service providers, you will play a critical role in maintaining operational standards, driving continuous improvement and supporting the delivery of world-class events. Lead the management of facilities services across multiple venues, ensuring buildings are maintained to the highest operational and presentation standards. Act as the primary point of contact for hard and soft FM service providers, monitoring performance, prioritising issues and ensuring service level agreements are achieved. Oversee health, safety, fire safety, accessibility and compliance requirements through audits, inspections, training and stakeholder collaboration. Drive sustainability and environmental initiatives, supporting energy efficiency programmes and environmental management objectives. Manage venue improvement projects and capital expenditure programmes from business case development through to successful delivery. Ensure cleaning, maintenance and presentation standards are consistently maintained across all facilities. Monitor and report on operational KPIs, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance improvements. Support business continuity and operational resilience through proactive facilities management and risk mitigation. Person Specification Experience in an Assistant Building Manager / Facilities Manager position ideally within a commercial environment. Strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance (PPM), building compliance and contractor management. Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets and multiple stakeholder groups. Excellent knowledge of health, safety and fire safety legislation and best practice. Professional qualifications such as an FM-related degree, IWFM qualification or equivalent are desirable. NEBOSH General Certificate and Fire Safety qualifications are highly advantageous. Strong organisational, communication and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Commercially aware, adaptable and capable of making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Package Salary up to 42,000 25 days annual leave Pension contribution Life Assurance cover Private Medical Insurance Free onsite parking and lunch when working Access to corporate discounts At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Facilities Manager / Building Manager to oversee two high-profile conference and convention venues in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities This role is responsible for leading facilities operations and customer-focused projects across multiple sites, ensuring the safe, compliant and high-quality delivery of services for clients, visitors and event delegates. Acting as the key liaison between venue operations and facilities service providers, you will play a critical role in maintaining operational standards, driving continuous improvement and supporting the delivery of world-class events. Lead the management of facilities services across multiple venues, ensuring buildings are maintained to the highest operational and presentation standards. Act as the primary point of contact for hard and soft FM service providers, monitoring performance, prioritising issues and ensuring service level agreements are achieved. Oversee health, safety, fire safety, accessibility and compliance requirements through audits, inspections, training and stakeholder collaboration. Drive sustainability and environmental initiatives, supporting energy efficiency programmes and environmental management objectives. Manage venue improvement projects and capital expenditure programmes from business case development through to successful delivery. Ensure cleaning, maintenance and presentation standards are consistently maintained across all facilities. Monitor and report on operational KPIs, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance improvements. Support business continuity and operational resilience through proactive facilities management and risk mitigation. Person Specification Experience in an Assistant Building Manager / Facilities Manager position ideally within a commercial environment. Strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance (PPM), building compliance and contractor management. Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets and multiple stakeholder groups. Excellent knowledge of health, safety and fire safety legislation and best practice. Professional qualifications such as an FM-related degree, IWFM qualification or equivalent are desirable. NEBOSH General Certificate and Fire Safety qualifications are highly advantageous. Strong organisational, communication and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Commercially aware, adaptable and capable of making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Package Salary up to 42,000 25 days annual leave Pension contribution Life Assurance cover Private Medical Insurance Free onsite parking and lunch when working Access to corporate discounts At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Swansea, West Glamorgan
(Project Manager - Digital & Transformation / Digital Project Manager / Project Manager) Your new company A job opportunity has arisen for a Digital and Transformation Project Manager to join a highly established and growing organisation in Swansea. This position will initially be a three-year fixed term contract position, with the possibility to become permanent after this initial period. The role offers excellent scope for career progression, an enhanced benefits package and a great working environment. You will join a growing and supportive organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, helping to deliver meaningful change for local communities. Your new role This is a key role that will require you to take responsibility for delivering complex digital and transformational projects, whilst liaising with several senior stakeholders.This is a standalone Project Manager role within this department, so you will take responsibility for ensuring all projects are delivered to time, budget and quality measurables. As a Project Manager, you will: Lead on the successful delivery of digital and transformation projects Manage project plans, project budgets, resources, risks, issues, and dependencies. Support business change activities Lead workshops, engagement sessions and liaise with several senior stakeholders Work closely with digital teams to ensure an integrated approach to technology and transformation What you'll need to succeed Proven Project Management experience If you have experience of delivering both Digital and Business Transformation projects, this would be an advantage although it is not essential Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation and organisational skills Proven experience of planning, managing, and delivering large-scale projects Knowledge of project management, governance, and/or business and continuous improvement Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft applications Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification (PRINCE2 or similar) would be an advantage although it is not essential What you'll get in return This position offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Excellent pension scheme, with high employer contributions 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service up to 34 days annual leave) Flexi-leave - option to build up to 13 days leave a year through flexi Staff discounts Flexible working arrangements and more What you need to do now If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
(Project Manager - Digital & Transformation / Digital Project Manager / Project Manager) Your new company A job opportunity has arisen for a Digital and Transformation Project Manager to join a highly established and growing organisation in Swansea. This position will initially be a three-year fixed term contract position, with the possibility to become permanent after this initial period. The role offers excellent scope for career progression, an enhanced benefits package and a great working environment. You will join a growing and supportive organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, helping to deliver meaningful change for local communities. Your new role This is a key role that will require you to take responsibility for delivering complex digital and transformational projects, whilst liaising with several senior stakeholders.This is a standalone Project Manager role within this department, so you will take responsibility for ensuring all projects are delivered to time, budget and quality measurables. As a Project Manager, you will: Lead on the successful delivery of digital and transformation projects Manage project plans, project budgets, resources, risks, issues, and dependencies. Support business change activities Lead workshops, engagement sessions and liaise with several senior stakeholders Work closely with digital teams to ensure an integrated approach to technology and transformation What you'll need to succeed Proven Project Management experience If you have experience of delivering both Digital and Business Transformation projects, this would be an advantage although it is not essential Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation and organisational skills Proven experience of planning, managing, and delivering large-scale projects Knowledge of project management, governance, and/or business and continuous improvement Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft applications Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification (PRINCE2 or similar) would be an advantage although it is not essential What you'll get in return This position offers an excellent benefits package that includes: Excellent pension scheme, with high employer contributions 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service up to 34 days annual leave) Flexi-leave - option to build up to 13 days leave a year through flexi Staff discounts Flexible working arrangements and more What you need to do now If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
AWE is an organisation with a unique and vital purpose: protecting the UK through world-class nuclear science and technology. Acting as a senior leader within the Science & Engineering Category Management space, in the role of Senior Category Manager , you will drive the design, management and implementation of targeted category strategies focusing on Science and Engineering, in particular lab equipment, chemicals and consumables categories. Location: Reading, with free onsite parking. Package: 63,270 to 85,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Category Manager within the Science & Engineering function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering category strategies that support AWE's mission and operational priorities. You will provide commercial leadership across complex and highly regulated areas, ensuring that sourcing, supplier management, and contract delivery are aligned to business objectives and governance requirements. This role combines strategic oversight with operational delivery. You will lead the development and execution of category strategies across consumables and equipment, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence direction, secure endorsement, and drive measurable value. You will also ensure robust contract management and supplier performance, supporting continuous improvement, resilience, and long-term capability across the supply base. Operating within a highly regulated environment, you will be expected to apply strong commercial judgement, ensure compliance with established processes, and contribute to the wider evolution of the Commercial function. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of category strategies across Science & Engineering consumables and equipment Providing end-to-end commercial ownership of contracts within your area of accountability, from sourcing through to delivery and ongoing management Driving strategic sourcing activity, including market engagement, tendering, negotiation, and supplier selection Building and maintaining effective relationships with senior internal stakeholders to influence requirements, priorities, and strategic outcomes Managing and developing supplier relationships to improve performance, deliver value, and support long-term partnership objectives Monitoring supplier performance and leading structured performance and review activities Applying appropriate contracting approaches (e.g. NEC, AWE standard terms) to ensure effective risk allocation and commercial outcomes Supporting the delivery of commercial strategies and programmes aligned to AWE's organisational objectives Leading, coaching, and influencing others within the function to support delivery of team and functional plans Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement in line with Commercial processes and governance requirements Who are we looking for? We are looking for experienced procurement professionals who can operate credibly in a complex, regulated environment. You will be confident managing senior stakeholders, applying sound commercial judgement, and balancing delivery with strong governance. Experience within the public sector or similarly regulated industries is advantageous. A CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working towards) is desirable. You may bring experience in some of the following areas: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts and framework agreements Developing and delivering category strategies Managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities Commercial pricing models (e.g. target cost, incentive-based arrangements) End-to-end strategic sourcing (strategy, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award) Working within established Procurement or Category Management functions Operating within cross-functional teams across programmes or projects Knowledge of public procurement regulations, including PA23 (desirable) You will be able to work calmly and effectively in a changing environment, managing your own workload and priorities. A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to deliver against deadlines are essential. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
AWE is an organisation with a unique and vital purpose: protecting the UK through world-class nuclear science and technology. Acting as a senior leader within the Science & Engineering Category Management space, in the role of Senior Category Manager , you will drive the design, management and implementation of targeted category strategies focusing on Science and Engineering, in particular lab equipment, chemicals and consumables categories. Location: Reading, with free onsite parking. Package: 63,270 to 85,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Category Manager within the Science & Engineering function, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering category strategies that support AWE's mission and operational priorities. You will provide commercial leadership across complex and highly regulated areas, ensuring that sourcing, supplier management, and contract delivery are aligned to business objectives and governance requirements. This role combines strategic oversight with operational delivery. You will lead the development and execution of category strategies across consumables and equipment, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence direction, secure endorsement, and drive measurable value. You will also ensure robust contract management and supplier performance, supporting continuous improvement, resilience, and long-term capability across the supply base. Operating within a highly regulated environment, you will be expected to apply strong commercial judgement, ensure compliance with established processes, and contribute to the wider evolution of the Commercial function. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of category strategies across Science & Engineering consumables and equipment Providing end-to-end commercial ownership of contracts within your area of accountability, from sourcing through to delivery and ongoing management Driving strategic sourcing activity, including market engagement, tendering, negotiation, and supplier selection Building and maintaining effective relationships with senior internal stakeholders to influence requirements, priorities, and strategic outcomes Managing and developing supplier relationships to improve performance, deliver value, and support long-term partnership objectives Monitoring supplier performance and leading structured performance and review activities Applying appropriate contracting approaches (e.g. NEC, AWE standard terms) to ensure effective risk allocation and commercial outcomes Supporting the delivery of commercial strategies and programmes aligned to AWE's organisational objectives Leading, coaching, and influencing others within the function to support delivery of team and functional plans Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement in line with Commercial processes and governance requirements Who are we looking for? We are looking for experienced procurement professionals who can operate credibly in a complex, regulated environment. You will be confident managing senior stakeholders, applying sound commercial judgement, and balancing delivery with strong governance. Experience within the public sector or similarly regulated industries is advantageous. A CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working towards) is desirable. You may bring experience in some of the following areas: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts and framework agreements Developing and delivering category strategies Managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities Commercial pricing models (e.g. target cost, incentive-based arrangements) End-to-end strategic sourcing (strategy, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award) Working within established Procurement or Category Management functions Operating within cross-functional teams across programmes or projects Knowledge of public procurement regulations, including PA23 (desirable) You will be able to work calmly and effectively in a changing environment, managing your own workload and priorities. A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to deliver against deadlines are essential. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 2-3 days onsite per week.
Purpose of the Role The Group HR Advisor delivers high-quality, operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle. This role blends hands-on HR administration with proactive advisory support, acting as a trusted first point of contact for both managers and employees. You will provide practical, solutions-focused guidance on a broad range of people matters, including employee relations, policy interpretation, absence management, and recruitment. The role requires sound judgement, confidence in applying HR best practice, and a strong commitment to consistency and compliance. As a key member of the HR team, you will contribute to strengthening people practices, enhancing the employee experience, and supporting a positive, aligned organisational culture. Reporting Line Reporting to: HR Director Location Basildon Travel to other sites as required Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers to support workforce planning, job scoping, and recruitment activity Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes including advertising, screening, and interviews Ensure a professional and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring journey Lead onboarding processes, including new starter inductions Liaise with recruitment agencies and preferred suppliers Monitor agency performance and recruitment costs Maintain accurate recruitment records and reporting Identify opportunities to improve recruitment and selection processes 2. Employee Relations & Policy Support Provide timely, practical HR advice to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and people matters Support employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management Assist with investigations, minute-taking, outcome documentation, and case tracking Escalate complex or high-risk cases to the HR Director as appropriate Promote fair and consistent application of policies across the organisation Support early intervention approaches to performance and wellbeing concerns 3. HR Operations & Compliance Manage employee lifecycle administration (starters, leavers, changes) with accuracy and efficiency Maintain and update HR systems (People HR) ensuring data integrity and compliance Produce and analyse HR metrics (e.g. absence, turnover, engagement trends) Support internal audits and compliance requirements Ensure all HR practices align with UK employment legislation and company standards 4. Culture & Engagement Support delivery and analysis of the annual Employee Engagement Survey Work with stakeholders to implement actionable engagement initiatives Promote company values, behaviours, and a positive working environment Contribute to initiatives that enhance inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement 5. HR Projects & Continuous Improvement Support the development and review of HR policies and procedures Contribute to HR projects and cross-site initiatives Assist with HR communications, briefings, and guidance materials Act as an HR representative during audits or external reviews Identify and implement opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery People Management & Support Guide and support managers in applying performance, development, and attendance processes Promote consistency, fairness, and accountability in people management practices Support development of HR resources, templates, and toolkits to enhance management capability Act as a role model for professional, respectful, and values-driven behaviours Relationship Management Build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation Maintain effective communication with Trade Union representatives Collaborate across departments and sites to support a unified culture Approach all interactions with professionalism, credibility, and a solutions-focused mindset Self-Management Operate with integrity, discretion, and strict confidentiality Proactively manage workload, priorities, and deadlines Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Maintain up-to-date HR knowledge through continuous learning and external benchmarking Take initiative in identifying improvements and contributing to team effectiveness Qualifications, Skills & Experience Proven experience in an HR Advisor, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist role (ideally within an SME or multi-site environment) CIPD qualified, or working towards CIPD Level 5, or equivalent practical experience Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels Experience using HR systems (People HR or similar) and Microsoft Office tools High level of professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential matters Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Resilient, proactive, and adaptable with a positive approach Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g. Polish) are advantageous Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape and influence HR practices across a growing organisation Exposure to a wide range of HR activities and projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Commitment to employee development and continuous improvement Benefits: Private medical insurance Company pension Death in service benefit Employee retail discounts Life insurance Free on-site parking Canteen facilities You will receive 33 days holiday per year which includes a Christmas closure You ll have ample opportunities to grow and develop within the team, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Purpose of the Role The Group HR Advisor delivers high-quality, operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle. This role blends hands-on HR administration with proactive advisory support, acting as a trusted first point of contact for both managers and employees. You will provide practical, solutions-focused guidance on a broad range of people matters, including employee relations, policy interpretation, absence management, and recruitment. The role requires sound judgement, confidence in applying HR best practice, and a strong commitment to consistency and compliance. As a key member of the HR team, you will contribute to strengthening people practices, enhancing the employee experience, and supporting a positive, aligned organisational culture. Reporting Line Reporting to: HR Director Location Basildon Travel to other sites as required Key Responsibilities1. Recruitment & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers to support workforce planning, job scoping, and recruitment activity Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes including advertising, screening, and interviews Ensure a professional and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring journey Lead onboarding processes, including new starter inductions Liaise with recruitment agencies and preferred suppliers Monitor agency performance and recruitment costs Maintain accurate recruitment records and reporting Identify opportunities to improve recruitment and selection processes 2. Employee Relations & Policy Support Provide timely, practical HR advice to managers and employees on policies, procedures, and people matters Support employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management Assist with investigations, minute-taking, outcome documentation, and case tracking Escalate complex or high-risk cases to the HR Director as appropriate Promote fair and consistent application of policies across the organisation Support early intervention approaches to performance and wellbeing concerns 3. HR Operations & Compliance Manage employee lifecycle administration (starters, leavers, changes) with accuracy and efficiency Maintain and update HR systems (People HR) ensuring data integrity and compliance Produce and analyse HR metrics (e.g. absence, turnover, engagement trends) Support internal audits and compliance requirements Ensure all HR practices align with UK employment legislation and company standards 4. Culture & Engagement Support delivery and analysis of the annual Employee Engagement Survey Work with stakeholders to implement actionable engagement initiatives Promote company values, behaviours, and a positive working environment Contribute to initiatives that enhance inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement 5. HR Projects & Continuous Improvement Support the development and review of HR policies and procedures Contribute to HR projects and cross-site initiatives Assist with HR communications, briefings, and guidance materials Act as an HR representative during audits or external reviews Identify and implement opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery People Management & Support Guide and support managers in applying performance, development, and attendance processes Promote consistency, fairness, and accountability in people management practices Support development of HR resources, templates, and toolkits to enhance management capability Act as a role model for professional, respectful, and values-driven behaviours Relationship Management Build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation Maintain effective communication with Trade Union representatives Collaborate across departments and sites to support a unified culture Approach all interactions with professionalism, credibility, and a solutions-focused mindset Self-Management Operate with integrity, discretion, and strict confidentiality Proactively manage workload, priorities, and deadlines Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment Maintain up-to-date HR knowledge through continuous learning and external benchmarking Take initiative in identifying improvements and contributing to team effectiveness Qualifications, Skills & Experience Proven experience in an HR Advisor, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist role (ideally within an SME or multi-site environment) CIPD qualified, or working towards CIPD Level 5, or equivalent practical experience Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels Experience using HR systems (People HR or similar) and Microsoft Office tools High level of professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential matters Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively Resilient, proactive, and adaptable with a positive approach Fluent in English; additional language skills (e.g. Polish) are advantageous Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape and influence HR practices across a growing organisation Exposure to a wide range of HR activities and projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Commitment to employee development and continuous improvement Benefits: Private medical insurance Company pension Death in service benefit Employee retail discounts Life insurance Free on-site parking Canteen facilities You will receive 33 days holiday per year which includes a Christmas closure You ll have ample opportunities to grow and develop within the team, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment
We have an exciting opportunity for a Identity and Access Senior Manager to join our Information Technology team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Identity and Access Senior Manager to join our Information Technology team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Testing & Environments Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. Enterprise Architecture and Technology Platforms To develop and maintain the firm's technology strategy and enterprise architecture. In parallel, own, improve and simplify the firm's key technology 'building blocks' by designing, building and managing the core technology platforms which are fundamental to delivering strategic business goals. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Testing & Environments Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast Office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. Enterprise Architecture and Technology Platforms To develop and maintain the firm's technology strategy and enterprise architecture. In parallel, own, improve and simplify the firm's key technology 'building blocks' by designing, building and managing the core technology platforms which are fundamental to delivering strategic business goals. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Software Engineering, this role provides management of testing resources and testing environments to meet A&O Shearman's business requirements, quality assurance goals, and compliance obligations. The role is a member of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platform teams and is responsible for defining the testing strategy and framework for the project delivery lifecycle, business as usual testing, directing external third-party service providers, and management of testing environments. The role is accountable for the efficacy, accuracy and completeness of project lifecycle testing, along with the security, integrity and performance of testing environments, and representing quality assurance at the Change Advisory board. The role also provides guidance and feedback on testing best practices to internal software engineering DevOps teams delivering bespoke software. Overseeing the testing of project delivery workstreams and business-as-usual testing. Managing and maintaining testing environments, collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to ensure the environments remain secure, available, and cost-effective, Owning the Test Data Management tooling and implementation across projects and teams. Attend Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings as a representative for quality assurance. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the quality. Work as part of the Enterprise Architecture & Technology Platforms leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's testing and test environment strategy. Work with senior stakeholders from Infrastructure & Operations, Tech Delivery, and the Process Team to maximise the stability of releases. Act as the focal point for matters related to software testing strategy and environment management, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of external testing teams, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation, and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Own the software testing strategy and environment management budget and benefits delivery, balancing priorities and clearly demonstrating the value that software testing strategy and environment management delivers whilst working with IT Business Operations to ensure alignment. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in software testing strategy and environment management, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in manual and automated testing, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of automated testing of Cloud-based SaaS applications, testing environments, and operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with testing frameworks in the C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, PowerShell, and Python ecosystems. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Proven track record of managing large globally dispersed teams. Hands-on and current test automation practitioner and able to configure environments with scripting Experience within the IT industry, leading high-performing test teams. Working knowledge of creating, configuring and maintaining cloud-based test environments. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Identity and Access Senior Manager to join our Information Technology team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Identity and Access Senior Manager to join our Information Technology team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast The core of the global technology department's mission is to provide stable, reliable, and secure platforms and services to our partners, staff and clients and fulfil our regulatory obligations across 30+ countries. To ensure that a consistent and standardised IT service is delivered to all offices, IT is managed and led as a global function, enabling all offices to benefit from complete systems integration and economies of scale. We have around 400 technologists based predominantly in the UK, Singapore and increasingly in the US. What you will do Reporting to the Head of Digital Trust & AI Security, the Senior Manager oversees a team of IAM Managers and Analysts and collaborates closely with the Identity and Access Senior Architect and the AI Security Senior Architect to align IAM services and operational processes with technical solutions. The role plays a critical part in maintaining a robust IAM framework, managing risk, and supporting audit and compliance initiatives. The role is a member of the Digital Trust leadership and is responsible for managing and motivating a team of skilled IT professionals and occasionally directing external third-party service providers. The role is accountable for all Identity and Access Management services: Identity Lifecycle Management for human and non-human identities (including AI identities), Privileged Access Management, Certificate Management, Entitlement and Access Management and any other. Be accountable for full IAM services administration - process automation, request fulfilment, continuous improvement, KPI reporting. Provide deep technical input early into solution design cycle. Collaborate closely with teams from other IT functions - Architecture, Solution Delivery and Technology Services - to ensure alignment of identity and access with the entire enterprise ecosystem. Maintain strong customer relationships with fee earners and business teams to manage the delivery of governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Work as part of the Information Security leadership team to collectively define, implement and operate the firm's governance of enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time. Act as the focal point for matters related to governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, providing expert guidance to other teams when required. Performance management of IAM services team, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with HR standards and policies. Facilitate regular service provider reviews to assess performance against service targets, drive innovation and ensure any remediation activities are being delivered. Actively identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in governing and securing enterprise-wide identities and access controls to ensure the right people have the right access at the right time, whilst assessing the viability and business value for the firm. What you will have Experience: Extensive experience in Identity and Access Management, preferably within the legal or professional services sector. Deep knowledge and understanding of Identity Governance and Administration technologies and their operational management. Knowledge of IT strategic planning, design, and operations processes. Proven project and program management capabilities. Familiarity with ITIL, PRINCE2, TOGAF and similar relevant IT frameworks and processes. Strong knowledge of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. Experience leading service or operations teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Promotes the firm's values at all times and fosters collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people and departments. Technical skills and qualifications: Experience in Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune and related technologies. Role-based Access Control, CyberArk or Certificate management platforms Current Microsoft technical certifications: Microsoft Expert / Engineer / Associate in Cybersecurity / Azure / Identity and similar. Other qualifications: CompTIA A+ and Network+, CISSP, CISM and similar will be a distinct advantage. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
