Building Surveyor/Project Manager As a member of the Projects team, you will have a commensurate level of experience and a background in the UK Residential market. Working with the Deputy Managing Director on regional residential development, the key will be to successfully deliver the initial schemes, to enable growth, investment and expansion click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Building Surveyor/Project Manager As a member of the Projects team, you will have a commensurate level of experience and a background in the UK Residential market. Working with the Deputy Managing Director on regional residential development, the key will be to successfully deliver the initial schemes, to enable growth, investment and expansion click apply for full job details
Vacancy type: Paid Vacancy Function: Fundraising Location: Head Office - Sully (Hybrid Working) Salary: £57,434 - £62,077 per annum (depending on experience) Contract type: Permanent Contract hours: Full time Weekly hours: 37.5 hours (5 days) to be worked Monday to Friday Closing Date: 14/07/2026 Ref No: 1084 Help shape the future of fundraising in Wales - and make sure no family faces their child's short life alone. At Tŷ Hafan, we believe that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Every day, our care and support helps children with life-shortening conditions and their families through life, death and beyond. But right now, too many families hundreds of families don't have the support they need. This is your opportunity to play a leading role in changing that. We are looking for an exceptional Deputy Director of Fundraising to help drive the next phase of our income growth and supporter engagement. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a strategic, ambitious and values-led fundraising leader to join our leadership team and influence the future direction of our fundraising. Based at Head Office in Sully with hybrid working, the role will lead a broad portfolio spanning partnerships and philanthropy, individual giving and legacies, community and events, supporter experience and fundraising operations. About the role: This new role will be responsible for growing long-term, sustainable income across multiple income streams, while ensuring an outstanding experience for every supporter. You will provide strategic leadership across fundraising, oversee compliance and fundraising operations, and use insight, performance data and market trends to shape decisions that maximise impact. You will also work closely with colleagues across the charity to help embed a strong culture of fundraising and ensure our plans align with Tŷ Hafan's wider ambitions for children and families. This role is a chance to lead change, inspire others, and help unlock the income needed to reach more families with vital care and support. You will bring together strategy, innovation, relationship-building and operational excellence to create lasting growth and deliver meaningful results. About you: We're looking for someone with significant senior fundraising experience and a strong track record of delivering income growth across multiple streams. You will know how to lead high-performing teams, shape strategy, drive improvement and use data and evidence to inform decisions. You will be a compassionate and collaborative leader who shares our values: demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service, working together and taking ownership. You will be curious and solutions-focused, with the ability to balance strategic leadership with practical delivery. If you are someone who motivates others, builds trusted relationships and thrives on turning ambition into action, we would love to hear from you. Our employee benefits: Holiday entitlement of 30 days (rising to 32 days with service) plus Bank Holidays Group Personal Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 5% Life assurance- death in service benefit Wellbeing support - employee assistance program, which provides a range of free services including counselling, financial and legal support. Unlimited access to a 24/7 online GP as well as a range of other health experts Healthcare Cash Plan - claim back the cost for appointments and treatment such as dental, optical or physio Cycle to work scheme Technology, mobile phone and will writing schemes Discounted gym membership and shopping discounts Hybrid working and when onsite free secured parking. Ty Hafan's ambition is that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Sadly, we know that thousands of families in Wales are struggling alone through the fear, exhaustion and uncertainty that comes with caring for a child whose life will be short. We believe that no family should have to live this on their own and we are determined to walk alongside every family through life, death and beyond. At Tŷ Hafan we are experts at caring for children with life-shortening conditions and our services support families in our hospice, in community settings, local hospitals and in families' homes. We understand that the needs of each child and their family are unique and we know that caring for a child with a life-shortening condition is often extremely demanding. Our aim is to make sure that no one doing this is alone. Our colleagues, volunteers and supporters are crucial in the delivery of our ambition - we know that everyone plays a huge part in making sure that no family faces their child's short life alone. Our Vision: A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they and their family need. Our Purpose: No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in the community, offering a lifeline throughout the child's short life, at end of life, through bereavement and beyond. Our Values: At Tŷ Hafan we make a difference by living our values: Demonstrating Compassion, Providing Excellent Service, Working Together and Taking Ownership. Tips for candidates - all applications and interviews will be assessed using the person specification included within the job description. Please see attached candidate pack for further guidance. Our recruitment system will automatically time out after 120 minutes of inactivity. To ensure your application is submitted successfully, we recommend either saving your progress as you go or preparing your responses in a Word document and copying them into the application form. Please note this role is subject to the outcome of a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, two satisfactory references and pre-employment medical clearance. Tŷ Hafan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including those from under represented groups. Recruitment decisions are made based on merit and aligned with our values. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. If you are unable to make the planned interview dates, please let us know with your application. For any queries regarding the role, please email. Agencies need not apply. Closing date: 14th July 2026 Interview Date: 27th & 28th July 2026
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Vacancy type: Paid Vacancy Function: Fundraising Location: Head Office - Sully (Hybrid Working) Salary: £57,434 - £62,077 per annum (depending on experience) Contract type: Permanent Contract hours: Full time Weekly hours: 37.5 hours (5 days) to be worked Monday to Friday Closing Date: 14/07/2026 Ref No: 1084 Help shape the future of fundraising in Wales - and make sure no family faces their child's short life alone. At Tŷ Hafan, we believe that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Every day, our care and support helps children with life-shortening conditions and their families through life, death and beyond. But right now, too many families hundreds of families don't have the support they need. This is your opportunity to play a leading role in changing that. We are looking for an exceptional Deputy Director of Fundraising to help drive the next phase of our income growth and supporter engagement. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a strategic, ambitious and values-led fundraising leader to join our leadership team and influence the future direction of our fundraising. Based at Head Office in Sully with hybrid working, the role will lead a broad portfolio spanning partnerships and philanthropy, individual giving and legacies, community and events, supporter experience and fundraising operations. About the role: This new role will be responsible for growing long-term, sustainable income across multiple income streams, while ensuring an outstanding experience for every supporter. You will provide strategic leadership across fundraising, oversee compliance and fundraising operations, and use insight, performance data and market trends to shape decisions that maximise impact. You will also work closely with colleagues across the charity to help embed a strong culture of fundraising and ensure our plans align with Tŷ Hafan's wider ambitions for children and families. This role is a chance to lead change, inspire others, and help unlock the income needed to reach more families with vital care and support. You will bring together strategy, innovation, relationship-building and operational excellence to create lasting growth and deliver meaningful results. About you: We're looking for someone with significant senior fundraising experience and a strong track record of delivering income growth across multiple streams. You will know how to lead high-performing teams, shape strategy, drive improvement and use data and evidence to inform decisions. You will be a compassionate and collaborative leader who shares our values: demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service, working together and taking ownership. You will be curious and solutions-focused, with the ability to balance strategic leadership with practical delivery. If you are someone who motivates others, builds trusted relationships and thrives on turning ambition into action, we would love to hear from you. Our employee benefits: Holiday entitlement of 30 days (rising to 32 days with service) plus Bank Holidays Group Personal Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 5% Life assurance- death in service benefit Wellbeing support - employee assistance program, which provides a range of free services including counselling, financial and legal support. Unlimited access to a 24/7 online GP as well as a range of other health experts Healthcare Cash Plan - claim back the cost for appointments and treatment such as dental, optical or physio Cycle to work scheme Technology, mobile phone and will writing schemes Discounted gym membership and shopping discounts Hybrid working and when onsite free secured parking. Ty Hafan's ambition is that when a child's life will be short, no family should have to live it on their own. Sadly, we know that thousands of families in Wales are struggling alone through the fear, exhaustion and uncertainty that comes with caring for a child whose life will be short. We believe that no family should have to live this on their own and we are determined to walk alongside every family through life, death and beyond. At Tŷ Hafan we are experts at caring for children with life-shortening conditions and our services support families in our hospice, in community settings, local hospitals and in families' homes. We understand that the needs of each child and their family are unique and we know that caring for a child with a life-shortening condition is often extremely demanding. Our aim is to make sure that no one doing this is alone. Our colleagues, volunteers and supporters are crucial in the delivery of our ambition - we know that everyone plays a huge part in making sure that no family faces their child's short life alone. Our Vision: A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they and their family need. Our Purpose: No family should have to face the unimaginable loss of their child alone. With children and families at the heart of all we do, we provide free care and support in our hospice and in the community, offering a lifeline throughout the child's short life, at end of life, through bereavement and beyond. Our Values: At Tŷ Hafan we make a difference by living our values: Demonstrating Compassion, Providing Excellent Service, Working Together and Taking Ownership. Tips for candidates - all applications and interviews will be assessed using the person specification included within the job description. Please see attached candidate pack for further guidance. Our recruitment system will automatically time out after 120 minutes of inactivity. To ensure your application is submitted successfully, we recommend either saving your progress as you go or preparing your responses in a Word document and copying them into the application form. Please note this role is subject to the outcome of a basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, two satisfactory references and pre-employment medical clearance. Tŷ Hafan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including those from under represented groups. Recruitment decisions are made based on merit and aligned with our values. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. If you are unable to make the planned interview dates, please let us know with your application. For any queries regarding the role, please email. Agencies need not apply. Closing date: 14th July 2026 Interview Date: 27th & 28th July 2026
Location Existing CO staff can work in their original contractual work location. Existing Civil Servants working in all other departments can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. External candidates can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. About the job Job summary Cabinet Office Digital is the central directorate that serves the end-users of the 40+ business units that reside within the Cabinet Office. We are here to "Enable and Transform" the department through the provision of exemplary digital, data and technology services and the digital transformation of the organisation. Part of our mission is to secure the Cabinet Office's digital and information assets against misuse, and enable the secure delivery of the department's mission. We do this by developing, operating, and governing the cyber and information security controls which protect our nationwide internal IT infrastructure, as well as our high-profile citizen-facing digital services. Job description As a Senior Delivery Manager, you will sit at the centre of the cyber security team and work closely with the team, senior management and stakeholders across Cabinet Office to manage and coordinate delivery by: Ensuring the team is delivering against its mission and strategy, by tracking and reporting on progress, unlocking blockers, maintaining project management tools Creating a motivating, diverse, inclusive and supportive team culture that stimulates collaboration, and continuously improves ways of working Supporting people management, including coordinating recruitment, onboarding new joiners, and delivering activities to build and maintain a collaborative team culture You will also contribute to the team's growth and ongoing efficiency and effectiveness, by: Supporting financial and commercial management processes, including coordinating annual and monthly budgeting, working with Finance Business Partners to coordinate financial reporting, and working with Commercial Managers to coordinate procurement activities. Coordinating the response to Freedom of Information requests, parliamentary questions, and requests for information from other government departments (e.g., GSG). Being an advocate for the team's services to teams across the wider Cabinet Office, to raise awareness on cyber security risk and the services provided by the team that can help to manage this Supporting key procurement activities within the Cyber function. Coordinating JIRA dashboards across the function to assist with monthly reporting. Administration support for the Deputy Director. Person specification To succeed in this role, you need to: Be proactive and excited by problem-solving. Be motivated to create a culture of collaboration across the team. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) that you can apply with different types of stakeholders (e.g., customers, senior management, and technical/non-technical audiences). Be confident in applying Agile delivery methodologies. It's also desirable that you have: An understanding and interest for cyber security and digital services. An interest in Agile, seeking out good practices across the wider delivery management and Agile community. Knowledge of the Govassure process. Knowledge of how Security Operation centres work. Additional information: Cabinet Office policy is that a minimum 60% of your working time should be spent at your principal workplace. For some roles, due to their nature and the business need, this may be up to 100%. Requirements to attend other locations for official business will also count towards this level of attendance.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Location Existing CO staff can work in their original contractual work location. Existing Civil Servants working in all other departments can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. External candidates can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. About the job Job summary Cabinet Office Digital is the central directorate that serves the end-users of the 40+ business units that reside within the Cabinet Office. We are here to "Enable and Transform" the department through the provision of exemplary digital, data and technology services and the digital transformation of the organisation. Part of our mission is to secure the Cabinet Office's digital and information assets against misuse, and enable the secure delivery of the department's mission. We do this by developing, operating, and governing the cyber and information security controls which protect our nationwide internal IT infrastructure, as well as our high-profile citizen-facing digital services. Job description As a Senior Delivery Manager, you will sit at the centre of the cyber security team and work closely with the team, senior management and stakeholders across Cabinet Office to manage and coordinate delivery by: Ensuring the team is delivering against its mission and strategy, by tracking and reporting on progress, unlocking blockers, maintaining project management tools Creating a motivating, diverse, inclusive and supportive team culture that stimulates collaboration, and continuously improves ways of working Supporting people management, including coordinating recruitment, onboarding new joiners, and delivering activities to build and maintain a collaborative team culture You will also contribute to the team's growth and ongoing efficiency and effectiveness, by: Supporting financial and commercial management processes, including coordinating annual and monthly budgeting, working with Finance Business Partners to coordinate financial reporting, and working with Commercial Managers to coordinate procurement activities. Coordinating the response to Freedom of Information requests, parliamentary questions, and requests for information from other government departments (e.g., GSG). Being an advocate for the team's services to teams across the wider Cabinet Office, to raise awareness on cyber security risk and the services provided by the team that can help to manage this Supporting key procurement activities within the Cyber function. Coordinating JIRA dashboards across the function to assist with monthly reporting. Administration support for the Deputy Director. Person specification To succeed in this role, you need to: Be proactive and excited by problem-solving. Be motivated to create a culture of collaboration across the team. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) that you can apply with different types of stakeholders (e.g., customers, senior management, and technical/non-technical audiences). Be confident in applying Agile delivery methodologies. It's also desirable that you have: An understanding and interest for cyber security and digital services. An interest in Agile, seeking out good practices across the wider delivery management and Agile community. Knowledge of the Govassure process. Knowledge of how Security Operation centres work. Additional information: Cabinet Office policy is that a minimum 60% of your working time should be spent at your principal workplace. For some roles, due to their nature and the business need, this may be up to 100%. Requirements to attend other locations for official business will also count towards this level of attendance.
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. The Engine technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling - Engine careers page - careers/ We're looking for Engineers who can lead and inspire teams, collaborating to spearhead the development of the Engine platform for clients all over the world. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women in Tech . Running a Backend Team Day in the Life of a Software Engineer Check out our shiny new Engineering careers page As a Staff Engineer you will: Coach, mentor, and grow a high-performing team, ensuring their well-being as they work on high-impact solutions that bring value to Engine and our customers. Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Get hands-on when needed, using your strong system design skills to help the team make smart architectural decisions and unblock complex challenges. Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for Champion a healthy engineering culture built on continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a focus on the customer. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with a Staff or Principal Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical & Leadership interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO / Engineering Director / Principal Engineer 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information. We use AI tools to support various parts of our recruitment process . click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. The Engine technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling - Engine careers page - careers/ We're looking for Engineers who can lead and inspire teams, collaborating to spearhead the development of the Engine platform for clients all over the world. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women in Tech . Running a Backend Team Day in the Life of a Software Engineer Check out our shiny new Engineering careers page As a Staff Engineer you will: Coach, mentor, and grow a high-performing team, ensuring their well-being as they work on high-impact solutions that bring value to Engine and our customers. Have the opportunity to lead multiple complex projects from inception through to run Get hands-on when needed, using your strong system design skills to help the team make smart architectural decisions and unblock complex challenges. Take ownership of technical challenges critical to the success of the business Identify where existing tooling, applications, or processes can be enhanced and deliver innovative change Collaborate with clients, solution architects, product owners, and other engineers to help meet the client goals Obtain a wide and varied understanding of how banks operate around the world Shape the future capabilities of Engine, including our approach, tooling, automation and architecture. Lead by example in your contributions to the codebase, setting a high bar for others to aim for Champion a healthy engineering culture built on continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a focus on the customer. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements We're open-minded when it comes to hiring and we care more about aptitude and attitude than specific experience or qualifications. We are very open about how we deliver software. For the most part we code in Java, but you need not be an expert when you join us! We believe in clean coding, simple solutions, automated testing and continuous deployment. If you care enough to find elegant solutions to difficult technical problems, we'd love to hear from you. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis. As a Staff Engineer you will bring the below experience or knowledge: Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. Delivering change to critical systems in a distributed environment Be a highly proficient developer, maintaining a high standard for technical and coding excellence in the collective, through your own work Good understanding of DevOps practices Delivering complex outcomes across multiple domains and teams Working cross-functionally with technologists from other specialties, and non-technical stakeholders across the business Coaching and mentoring members of a team to upskill and develop them in their career Leading the technical delivery on large scale projects to successful completion The main part of our Backend Tech Stack is listed below, we don't ask that you have experience in all of this, but if you do, that's great! Java, which makes up the majority of our backend codebase AWS & GCP - we're cloud-native Microservice based architecture Kubernetes (EKS) TeamCity for CI / CD (with multiple production releases per day) Terraform and Grafana Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with a Staff or Principal Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical test to be discussed in the next interview Technical & Leadership interview with some Engineers - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO / Engineering Director / Principal Engineer 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling Bank will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information. We use AI tools to support various parts of our recruitment process . click apply for full job details
Deputy General Secretary: Director of Policy and Professional Development £101,586 per annum + excellent benefits Homebased (Hybrid) with easy access to Leicester HQ Full-Time Permanent Shape national education policy. Influence the debate. Lead transformational change. . click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Deputy General Secretary: Director of Policy and Professional Development £101,586 per annum + excellent benefits Homebased (Hybrid) with easy access to Leicester HQ Full-Time Permanent Shape national education policy. Influence the debate. Lead transformational change. . click apply for full job details
Deputy Regional Director £108,574 per annum Hybrid with travel to regional offices (Bristol, Birmingham, London, Manchester, Nottingham & York) Job summary Join Ofsted at a pivotal moment of transformation and help shape the future of inspection and regulation across England. As we accelerate a wide-ranging programme of reform, we are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Deputy Regional Director an opportunity to influence how we raise standards and improve the life chances of children, young people and learners. Ofsted plays a vital role in society, providing independent, impartial inspection and regulation of education, skills, and care services. Our work ensures that those who rely on these services, especially the most vulnerable, receive the high quality support they deserve. Guided by our core values of professionalism, empathy, courtesy and respect, we are committed to making a meaningful difference through everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. With the rollout of a revised inspection and grading model for education providers and further reforms planned across early years and social care, our work is evolving at pace. As Deputy Regional Director, you will be at the forefront of this change supporting delivery across two regions, leading high-performing teams of senior inspectors, and helping to embed a culture of continuous improvement. If you are a strategic, values driven leader with a passion for public service and a commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and learners, this role offers a unique opportunity to have a national impact through regional leadership. Read more information in the Job Specification. Qualifications Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in the remit you work in, e.g. professional qualification in teaching or social work. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Making Effective Decisions Benefits Alongside your salary of £108,574, Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills contributes £31,453 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Full details of the benefits available can be found in our Ofsted Offer brochure. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) . Closing date: 12th July 2026 To apply, please visit Civil Service Jobs.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Deputy Regional Director £108,574 per annum Hybrid with travel to regional offices (Bristol, Birmingham, London, Manchester, Nottingham & York) Job summary Join Ofsted at a pivotal moment of transformation and help shape the future of inspection and regulation across England. As we accelerate a wide-ranging programme of reform, we are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Deputy Regional Director an opportunity to influence how we raise standards and improve the life chances of children, young people and learners. Ofsted plays a vital role in society, providing independent, impartial inspection and regulation of education, skills, and care services. Our work ensures that those who rely on these services, especially the most vulnerable, receive the high quality support they deserve. Guided by our core values of professionalism, empathy, courtesy and respect, we are committed to making a meaningful difference through everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. With the rollout of a revised inspection and grading model for education providers and further reforms planned across early years and social care, our work is evolving at pace. As Deputy Regional Director, you will be at the forefront of this change supporting delivery across two regions, leading high-performing teams of senior inspectors, and helping to embed a culture of continuous improvement. If you are a strategic, values driven leader with a passion for public service and a commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and learners, this role offers a unique opportunity to have a national impact through regional leadership. Read more information in the Job Specification. Qualifications Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in the remit you work in, e.g. professional qualification in teaching or social work. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Making Effective Decisions Benefits Alongside your salary of £108,574, Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills contributes £31,453 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Full details of the benefits available can be found in our Ofsted Offer brochure. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) . Closing date: 12th July 2026 To apply, please visit Civil Service Jobs.
Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) Grief Encounter is entering a period where stronger leadership within our income generation function will be critical to sustaining and growing our work. We are now looking for an Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) to act as a key member of the senior team and a trusted deputy to the Director. Charity: Grief Encounter Location: Mill Hill Broadway, London. Hybrid (2 days WFH per week) Role Type: Permanent Work Type: Full Time/Hybrid Salary: £60-70k Closing Date: 06 July 2026 Assistant Director of Income Generation Opportunity at Grief Encounter Second-in-command for income generation, with real scope to shape how fundraising works This is a broad, outward-facing role, combining leadership, oversight and hands-on delivery. Alongside helping shape how the team operates, you will lead and grow our major donor fundraising building relationships with high-value supporters, owning a portfolio, and playing a central role in securing significant gifts. Who is Grief Encounter? Grief Encounter was founded by Dr Shelley Gilbert MBE, and we work to offer a way through the anxiety, fear and isolation so often caused by grief. Bereavement is devastating at any age, but for a child it is life changing. We are an open-access charity, funded by the generosity of our supporters. We are here to help ease the pain and confusion caused by the death of a parent or sibling. Our services include one-to-one counselling, music therapy, grief relief kits and much more. What matters to Grief Encounter? Our vision is a world where no child grieves alone. Our mission? To give every child, young person and their families access to the best possible support following the death of someone close. We lead with empathy and kindness, putting people first. If you join us at Grief Encounter You ll be a senior leader in our Income Generation team, working closely with the Director of Income to help lead a nine-strong team and shape how the function develops. You will provide day-to-day management support, help bring structure and consistency to ways of working, and play a key role in building a collaborative, supportive culture across the team. Alongside management and strategy duties, you will lead on Major Donors fundraising, building strong and lasting relationships with major donors while confidently leading on stewardship. You ll help us to secure sustainable income in a wholly donation-funded model, while raising awareness of childhood bereavement. Ultimately, you ll help create a more resilient, well-structured fundraising function that can deliver consistent year-on-year growth. We look forward to welcoming you to a team that upholds values of integrity, compassion and excellence. Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying. It contains important details about the role and our organisation and is available to view when you click to apply. Don t think you quite meet all the specifications? Please don t count yourself out. We d still love to learn more about your interest in joining Grief Encounter! We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately. Eastside People is supporting Grief Encounter in the recruitment of this role.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) Grief Encounter is entering a period where stronger leadership within our income generation function will be critical to sustaining and growing our work. We are now looking for an Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) to act as a key member of the senior team and a trusted deputy to the Director. Charity: Grief Encounter Location: Mill Hill Broadway, London. Hybrid (2 days WFH per week) Role Type: Permanent Work Type: Full Time/Hybrid Salary: £60-70k Closing Date: 06 July 2026 Assistant Director of Income Generation Opportunity at Grief Encounter Second-in-command for income generation, with real scope to shape how fundraising works This is a broad, outward-facing role, combining leadership, oversight and hands-on delivery. Alongside helping shape how the team operates, you will lead and grow our major donor fundraising building relationships with high-value supporters, owning a portfolio, and playing a central role in securing significant gifts. Who is Grief Encounter? Grief Encounter was founded by Dr Shelley Gilbert MBE, and we work to offer a way through the anxiety, fear and isolation so often caused by grief. Bereavement is devastating at any age, but for a child it is life changing. We are an open-access charity, funded by the generosity of our supporters. We are here to help ease the pain and confusion caused by the death of a parent or sibling. Our services include one-to-one counselling, music therapy, grief relief kits and much more. What matters to Grief Encounter? Our vision is a world where no child grieves alone. Our mission? To give every child, young person and their families access to the best possible support following the death of someone close. We lead with empathy and kindness, putting people first. If you join us at Grief Encounter You ll be a senior leader in our Income Generation team, working closely with the Director of Income to help lead a nine-strong team and shape how the function develops. You will provide day-to-day management support, help bring structure and consistency to ways of working, and play a key role in building a collaborative, supportive culture across the team. Alongside management and strategy duties, you will lead on Major Donors fundraising, building strong and lasting relationships with major donors while confidently leading on stewardship. You ll help us to secure sustainable income in a wholly donation-funded model, while raising awareness of childhood bereavement. Ultimately, you ll help create a more resilient, well-structured fundraising function that can deliver consistent year-on-year growth. We look forward to welcoming you to a team that upholds values of integrity, compassion and excellence. Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying. It contains important details about the role and our organisation and is available to view when you click to apply. Don t think you quite meet all the specifications? Please don t count yourself out. We d still love to learn more about your interest in joining Grief Encounter! We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately. Eastside People is supporting Grief Encounter in the recruitment of this role.
Head of Education & Learning (Deputy Director) Location: Kendal, Cumbria Hours: 28-35 per week (flexible, to be discussed at interview) Salary: £50,632.40 per annum based upon 35 hours per week (pro rata if part-time) Start Date: September 2026 - March 2027 (flexible, for the right candidate) Advertising End Date: We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when we feel we have enough suitable candid click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Contractor
Head of Education & Learning (Deputy Director) Location: Kendal, Cumbria Hours: 28-35 per week (flexible, to be discussed at interview) Salary: £50,632.40 per annum based upon 35 hours per week (pro rata if part-time) Start Date: September 2026 - March 2027 (flexible, for the right candidate) Advertising End Date: We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when we feel we have enough suitable candid click apply for full job details
Deputy CEO and Creative Director Role We are looking for a Deputy CEO/Creative Director to working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. For over 40 years, the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities. This work enhances wellbeing and celebrates culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Position: Deputy CEO / Creative Director Role Location: Manchester/Hybrid (3-4 days in the office, with one day being a Wednesday) Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Salary: £43,869 plus a 7.5% employer pension contribution Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Wednesday 8 July at 5pm Interview Date: Thursday 16 & Friday 17 July The Role In this pivotal role, the Deputy CEO/Creative Director is responsible for working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. Line managed by the CEO/Creative Director, you will lead on daily operations including governance, fundraising, marketing, embedding EDI across all aspects of the company's operations and contribute to artistic programming to achieve our project objectives and strategic targets. You will deputise as ambassador for the organisation and foster strong stakeholder relationships and will build relationships with the current major funders including the Arts Council England (the charity is not an NPO), Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the Garfield Weston Foundation. On occasion, you may be required to deputise for the CEO/Creative Director. About You We are looking for a leader with a proven track record in creative/cultural leadership, who can contribute to the implementation of an artistic programme, oversee complex budgets, and foster productive relationships with a Board of Trustees. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are embedded in the work with communities experiencing inequality, exclusion or barriers to participation. About the Organisation Join a dynamic participatory arts charity based in Rochdale, dedicated to using creative practice as a catalyst for social change. For over 40 years the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Through a range of initiatives from Art for Wellbeing to community-led festivals, the team provide opportunities for people to explore their heritage, find their voice, and experience the transformative power of the arts. The vision is for a world where everyone has access and opportunities to create, participate and belong. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who live in Rochdale and/or identify as being of the global majority, disabled, neurodiverse and/or LGBTQ+/and or non-binary communities. The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references. You may also have experience in areas such as Programme Coordinator/manager, Learning and Engagement, Director, Creative Director, Operations Director, CEO, Director of Creative, Joint CEO, Deputy CEO, Assistant CEO, Chief Exec, Assistant Chief Exec, Deputy Chief Exec. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Deputy CEO and Creative Director Role We are looking for a Deputy CEO/Creative Director to working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. For over 40 years, the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities. This work enhances wellbeing and celebrates culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Position: Deputy CEO / Creative Director Role Location: Manchester/Hybrid (3-4 days in the office, with one day being a Wednesday) Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Salary: £43,869 plus a 7.5% employer pension contribution Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Wednesday 8 July at 5pm Interview Date: Thursday 16 & Friday 17 July The Role In this pivotal role, the Deputy CEO/Creative Director is responsible for working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. Line managed by the CEO/Creative Director, you will lead on daily operations including governance, fundraising, marketing, embedding EDI across all aspects of the company's operations and contribute to artistic programming to achieve our project objectives and strategic targets. You will deputise as ambassador for the organisation and foster strong stakeholder relationships and will build relationships with the current major funders including the Arts Council England (the charity is not an NPO), Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the Garfield Weston Foundation. On occasion, you may be required to deputise for the CEO/Creative Director. About You We are looking for a leader with a proven track record in creative/cultural leadership, who can contribute to the implementation of an artistic programme, oversee complex budgets, and foster productive relationships with a Board of Trustees. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are embedded in the work with communities experiencing inequality, exclusion or barriers to participation. About the Organisation Join a dynamic participatory arts charity based in Rochdale, dedicated to using creative practice as a catalyst for social change. For over 40 years the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Through a range of initiatives from Art for Wellbeing to community-led festivals, the team provide opportunities for people to explore their heritage, find their voice, and experience the transformative power of the arts. The vision is for a world where everyone has access and opportunities to create, participate and belong. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who live in Rochdale and/or identify as being of the global majority, disabled, neurodiverse and/or LGBTQ+/and or non-binary communities. The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references. You may also have experience in areas such as Programme Coordinator/manager, Learning and Engagement, Director, Creative Director, Operations Director, CEO, Director of Creative, Joint CEO, Deputy CEO, Assistant CEO, Chief Exec, Assistant Chief Exec, Deputy Chief Exec. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Description CCL Global is supporting a major public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Deputy Commercial Director (Works) to provide strategic commercial leadership across a significant portfolio of capital works, infrastructure and estate programmes. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial professional with extensive knowledge of NEC contracts, public procurement regulations, and the management of high-value works and construction procurements. Working within a fast-paced and complex stakeholder environment, you will lead commercial delivery activities, support procurement strategy, manage commercial teams, and provide expert advice to senior decision-makers. Location: London, UK. Type of Contract: 6 Month contract(Inside IR35) Key duties will include: Provide subject matter expertise across NEC contract forms and contracting strategies. Lead the development and implementation of commercial and procurement strategies for major works and capital programmes. Provide commercial leadership across construction, facilities management, professional services and infrastructure contracts. Ensure compliance with current public procurement legislation and governance requirements. Lead and develop commercial teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement. Manage complex stakeholder relationships across senior leadership teams and programme environments. Support contract negotiations, supplier management and commercial risk mitigation activities. Act as a trusted advisor on commercial matters and procurement best practice. Drive category management strategies and commercial delivery objectives. Support the development of commercial policies, processes and governance frameworks. Key Requirements Extensive NEC contract expertise, including contract drafting and commercial strategy development. Strong understanding of public sector procurement legislation, including PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. Significant experience leading commercial, procurement or category management functions. Proven track record managing high-value works, construction, facilities management or capital investment contracts. Experience leading and developing commercial teams within complex organisations. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior executives and high-profile stakeholders. Strong commercial, contractual and negotiation capability. Active SC Clearance. Experience within central government, public sector or highly regulated environments. Knowledge of estate, infrastructure or capital works programmes. Experience implementing commercial transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
Jul 01, 2026
Contractor
Job Description CCL Global is supporting a major public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Deputy Commercial Director (Works) to provide strategic commercial leadership across a significant portfolio of capital works, infrastructure and estate programmes. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced commercial professional with extensive knowledge of NEC contracts, public procurement regulations, and the management of high-value works and construction procurements. Working within a fast-paced and complex stakeholder environment, you will lead commercial delivery activities, support procurement strategy, manage commercial teams, and provide expert advice to senior decision-makers. Location: London, UK. Type of Contract: 6 Month contract(Inside IR35) Key duties will include: Provide subject matter expertise across NEC contract forms and contracting strategies. Lead the development and implementation of commercial and procurement strategies for major works and capital programmes. Provide commercial leadership across construction, facilities management, professional services and infrastructure contracts. Ensure compliance with current public procurement legislation and governance requirements. Lead and develop commercial teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement. Manage complex stakeholder relationships across senior leadership teams and programme environments. Support contract negotiations, supplier management and commercial risk mitigation activities. Act as a trusted advisor on commercial matters and procurement best practice. Drive category management strategies and commercial delivery objectives. Support the development of commercial policies, processes and governance frameworks. Key Requirements Extensive NEC contract expertise, including contract drafting and commercial strategy development. Strong understanding of public sector procurement legislation, including PCR 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. Significant experience leading commercial, procurement or category management functions. Proven track record managing high-value works, construction, facilities management or capital investment contracts. Experience leading and developing commercial teams within complex organisations. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior executives and high-profile stakeholders. Strong commercial, contractual and negotiation capability. Active SC Clearance. Experience within central government, public sector or highly regulated environments. Knowledge of estate, infrastructure or capital works programmes. Experience implementing commercial transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.
Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) The charity is entering a period where stronger leadership within the income generation function will be critical to sustaining and growing its vital work. We are looking for an Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) to act as a key member of the senior team and a trusted deputy to the Director click apply for full job details
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) The charity is entering a period where stronger leadership within the income generation function will be critical to sustaining and growing its vital work. We are looking for an Assistant Director of Income Generation (Major Donors) to act as a key member of the senior team and a trusted deputy to the Director click apply for full job details
£45,000 salary, +Car Allowance, + 10% Bonus We have a new exciting opportunity for an additional Quality Improvement and Regulation Manager within the Regulation and Quality Improvement Team at Barchester Healthcare. Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers support the Lead Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers, the Director of Nursing and Deputy Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement to achieve Barchester's business objectives in attaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous quality improvements throughout the business. The role is ideally suited to candidates who have previous experience in a quality improvement or a health and social care regulatory role and is advertised as a full time post. The role is home based with regular travel to our services. Therefore, you must possess a full UK driving license, have access to a car and be prepared to travel. There is a requirement for some overnight stays. The vacancy is for someone situated in the south of England, covering areas from Southampton to Guildford; however, this area is not exclusive and some additional travel may be required across the wider south division. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team who are passionate about driving continuous quality improvement across a sector leading business. Responsibilities will include: Plan and deliver against the annual Quality Improvement Review (QIR) and support visit schedule to ensure the business can deliver good and outstanding quality services compliant with the regulations and Barchester's internal policies, procedures and values Monitor and review data to inform risk-based responses Providing day to day central support, advice and guidance to the business on regulatory and quality improvement matters Provide constructive feedback on quality improvement review findings to drive continuous quality improvement Writing reports and action plans to drive quality improvement Attend regional meetings to share updates, common themes, and best practices Working on a rota basis on our Regulation Duty Desk function to ensure responses to external stakeholders provide assurances Involvement on key quality improvement projects Draft, review and refresh relevant policies and key guidance as required The skills experience and qualities we are looking for include: Must have experience in health and social care regulation, quality improvement, registered manager role, or health and social care inspection frameworks Excellent understanding of health and social care regulations, the current regulatory climate and quality improvement strategies Ability to review evidence, assess against required standards and possess excellent analytical skills Confident and enthusiastic about regulation and quality improvement Good communication skills, both written and verbal Positive and solution focused attitude Experience of coaching and mentoring Ability to motivate others and drive change and improvement Resilient and flexible Ability to work to Key Performance Indicators and tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail If you are interested in applying for one of these roles, please submit your CV to 7766
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
£45,000 salary, +Car Allowance, + 10% Bonus We have a new exciting opportunity for an additional Quality Improvement and Regulation Manager within the Regulation and Quality Improvement Team at Barchester Healthcare. Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers support the Lead Quality Improvement and Regulation Managers, the Director of Nursing and Deputy Director of Regulation and Quality Improvement to achieve Barchester's business objectives in attaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous quality improvements throughout the business. The role is ideally suited to candidates who have previous experience in a quality improvement or a health and social care regulatory role and is advertised as a full time post. The role is home based with regular travel to our services. Therefore, you must possess a full UK driving license, have access to a car and be prepared to travel. There is a requirement for some overnight stays. The vacancy is for someone situated in the south of England, covering areas from Southampton to Guildford; however, this area is not exclusive and some additional travel may be required across the wider south division. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team who are passionate about driving continuous quality improvement across a sector leading business. Responsibilities will include: Plan and deliver against the annual Quality Improvement Review (QIR) and support visit schedule to ensure the business can deliver good and outstanding quality services compliant with the regulations and Barchester's internal policies, procedures and values Monitor and review data to inform risk-based responses Providing day to day central support, advice and guidance to the business on regulatory and quality improvement matters Provide constructive feedback on quality improvement review findings to drive continuous quality improvement Writing reports and action plans to drive quality improvement Attend regional meetings to share updates, common themes, and best practices Working on a rota basis on our Regulation Duty Desk function to ensure responses to external stakeholders provide assurances Involvement on key quality improvement projects Draft, review and refresh relevant policies and key guidance as required The skills experience and qualities we are looking for include: Must have experience in health and social care regulation, quality improvement, registered manager role, or health and social care inspection frameworks Excellent understanding of health and social care regulations, the current regulatory climate and quality improvement strategies Ability to review evidence, assess against required standards and possess excellent analytical skills Confident and enthusiastic about regulation and quality improvement Good communication skills, both written and verbal Positive and solution focused attitude Experience of coaching and mentoring Ability to motivate others and drive change and improvement Resilient and flexible Ability to work to Key Performance Indicators and tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail If you are interested in applying for one of these roles, please submit your CV to 7766
Full-Time (35 hours per week), Permanent Please quote the reference:0626-186. Closing Date:23:59, 8 July 2026 Interview Date:To be confirmed Right to work:Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position click apply for full job details
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Full-Time (35 hours per week), Permanent Please quote the reference:0626-186. Closing Date:23:59, 8 July 2026 Interview Date:To be confirmed Right to work:Please note that it will not be possible for the University to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the successful candidate for this position click apply for full job details
Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Transport Focus is the independent watchdog representing the voice of transport users across Britain. At a pivotal moment of reform and growth, we are strengthening our leadership team to drive greater influence, visibility, and impact across the sector. This is a high-profile, newly created Deputy Director role, offering the opportunity to sit at the intersection of policy, communications, and public affairs - and play a leading role in the launch of a strengthened national watchdog. Why this role stands out Visible national impact - Shape how transport policy affects millions of passengers and road users New function to shape - Bring together policy and communications into a cohesive external affairs capability High-profile stakeholder engagement - Influence government, regulators, industry, and media Watchdog launch leadership - Play a central role in building credibility and public trust ahead of April roll out Exceptional benefits - 30 days leave + Civil Service pension ( 28.9% employer contribution) Growth environment - Join an organisation doubling in size with strong internal culture and retention The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Strategy, Insight & External Affairs, you will lead a critical function that ensures policy, insight, and communications are aligned to deliver real impact. You will: Lead a high-performing policy, external affairs and communications division to drive measurable outcomes Translate policy positions into clear, compelling narratives that resonate externally Build a strong public affairs capability, increasing influence with political, media, and industry stakeholders Support the organisation's next phase of growth, including the launch of an enhanced transport watchdog Ensure that insight and evidence underpin all external engagement and positioning What you'll bring We're looking for a strategic leader with a hybrid mindset - someone who can bridge policy development and external influence. You will offer: Senior experience in policy, public affairs, or strategic communications (with ability to span both) A track record of influencing senior stakeholders across government, regulators, or industry Strong political awareness and experience operating in complex, publicly accountable environments Proven leadership of teams and the ability to deliver through others at scale The judgement to navigate high-profile, sensitive issues and balance competing interests Transport experience is not essential; what matters is your ability to apply insight, influence effectively, and operate at senior level in complex, regulated systems. About the team and environment You will lead an established team across policy and communications, working in close partnership with insight and data colleagues to ensure a seamless link between evidence, strategy, and external delivery. Transport Focus offers a highly collaborative, mission-led culture, with strong engagement scores and a clear focus on delivering public value. Additional and Application Information This role will be based at either their London or Manchester Office, 2 days a week (hybrid). Salary is up to 86,000pa with 28.9% civil service pension. Application deadline is 23:59, Sunday 21st June . No cover letter required, but please ensure all relevant experience is highlighted on your CV. Full UK right to work required. Sponsorship not available. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion Transport Focus is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people and communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all industries and subject areas.
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to lead and grow a newly established domiciliary care service with the support of experienced directors and the autonomy to shape the future of the service. What's on offer: 38,000- 42,000 per annum. Birthday off. Free parking. Support from hands on directors with a background in care. Registered Manager Responsibilities: Leading the day-to-day operations of newly CQC registered domiciliary care service. Monitoring branch performance, including budgets and profit and loss. Managing and developing office and care staff to drive performance, engagement and retention. Maintaining high standards of CQC compliance, governance and quality assurance. Building and maintaining positive relationships with private clients, families and healthcare professionals to support the growth of privately funded care packages. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with local authority commissioners and stakeholders as a framework provider. Registered Manager Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience as a Deputy Manager within domiciliary care or live-in care. Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, compliance and governance frameworks. NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care (or working towards). Full UK Driving Licence with access to own vehicle. If you are interested in this position, please apply, or for more information contact Helena Hunter at Domus Recruitment. As part of our continual pursuit of quality candidates, we appreciate and reward candidate recommendations from you. If we successfully secure them a position, we will reward you with 300 - if you recommend a new candidate to us who is not already registered with us, and we secure them a role for a minimum of 1 month. So, if this position is not for you but you know someone who might be interested, why not earn a bit of cash anyway!
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to lead and grow a newly established domiciliary care service with the support of experienced directors and the autonomy to shape the future of the service. What's on offer: 38,000- 42,000 per annum. Birthday off. Free parking. Support from hands on directors with a background in care. Registered Manager Responsibilities: Leading the day-to-day operations of newly CQC registered domiciliary care service. Monitoring branch performance, including budgets and profit and loss. Managing and developing office and care staff to drive performance, engagement and retention. Maintaining high standards of CQC compliance, governance and quality assurance. Building and maintaining positive relationships with private clients, families and healthcare professionals to support the growth of privately funded care packages. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with local authority commissioners and stakeholders as a framework provider. Registered Manager Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience as a Deputy Manager within domiciliary care or live-in care. Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, compliance and governance frameworks. NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care (or working towards). Full UK Driving Licence with access to own vehicle. If you are interested in this position, please apply, or for more information contact Helena Hunter at Domus Recruitment. As part of our continual pursuit of quality candidates, we appreciate and reward candidate recommendations from you. If we successfully secure them a position, we will reward you with 300 - if you recommend a new candidate to us who is not already registered with us, and we secure them a role for a minimum of 1 month. So, if this position is not for you but you know someone who might be interested, why not earn a bit of cash anyway!
Macildowie Recruitment and Retention
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Finance Manager £55,000 - £65,000 East Midlands 5 Days On Site Salary: £55,000 - £65,000Location: East MidlandsJob Type: Permanent, full-time (5 days on site) The Company Our client is a highly profitable, private equity-backed manufacturing business based in the East Midlands, turning over circa £55m with around 250 employees. Following a sustained period of growth, they are now looking to strengthen their finance function with the appointment of a Finance Manager. The Role This is a genuinely broad, hands-on Finance Manager position reporting directly to the Finance Director, with the opportunity to act as their deputy. It's a role designed for progression - giving the successful candidate direct exposure to the senior management team and visibility across every part of the finance function, with a clear route towards more senior responsibility as the business continues to grow. Key responsibilities include: Owning stock accounting and inventory reconciliations, with visibility of manufacturing costs and gross margin performance Playing a key part in the monthly management accounts process Driving the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecasting, with analysis to inform commercial and operational decisions Contributing to year-end audit readiness and statutory reporting requirements Handling rebate accounting Modernising departmental reporting by transitioning existing Excel-based models onto the ERP system Strengthening financial controls and spotting opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency across reporting processes Overseeing payroll and credit control, alongside broader day-to-day support for the finance team Acting as a trusted finance contact for operational and commercial colleagues, translating numbers into practical insight Getting involved in cross-business projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You Part or fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) Confident producing management accounts or financial reports in a hands-on capacity Strong grip on reconciliations and financial control Advanced Excel skills Exposure to budgeting and forecasting cycles would be an advantage A background in manufacturing - whether through management accounting or audit - is desirable but not essential This opportunity would suit an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career - whether you're currently in management accounting and ready for broader scope, or making a first move out of practice into industry. Candidates who meet most, rather than all, of the criteria are encouraged to apply. Why Apply High-growth, PE-backed SME with real progression potential Direct line to the FD with deputy-level exposure Broad, varied remit covering reporting, stock, budgeting and business partnering Genuine opportunity to shape and grow with the finance function For a confidential conversation about this role, please apply or get in touch.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager £55,000 - £65,000 East Midlands 5 Days On Site Salary: £55,000 - £65,000Location: East MidlandsJob Type: Permanent, full-time (5 days on site) The Company Our client is a highly profitable, private equity-backed manufacturing business based in the East Midlands, turning over circa £55m with around 250 employees. Following a sustained period of growth, they are now looking to strengthen their finance function with the appointment of a Finance Manager. The Role This is a genuinely broad, hands-on Finance Manager position reporting directly to the Finance Director, with the opportunity to act as their deputy. It's a role designed for progression - giving the successful candidate direct exposure to the senior management team and visibility across every part of the finance function, with a clear route towards more senior responsibility as the business continues to grow. Key responsibilities include: Owning stock accounting and inventory reconciliations, with visibility of manufacturing costs and gross margin performance Playing a key part in the monthly management accounts process Driving the annual budget cycle and ongoing forecasting, with analysis to inform commercial and operational decisions Contributing to year-end audit readiness and statutory reporting requirements Handling rebate accounting Modernising departmental reporting by transitioning existing Excel-based models onto the ERP system Strengthening financial controls and spotting opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency across reporting processes Overseeing payroll and credit control, alongside broader day-to-day support for the finance team Acting as a trusted finance contact for operational and commercial colleagues, translating numbers into practical insight Getting involved in cross-business projects and continuous improvement initiatives About You Part or fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) Confident producing management accounts or financial reports in a hands-on capacity Strong grip on reconciliations and financial control Advanced Excel skills Exposure to budgeting and forecasting cycles would be an advantage A background in manufacturing - whether through management accounting or audit - is desirable but not essential This opportunity would suit an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career - whether you're currently in management accounting and ready for broader scope, or making a first move out of practice into industry. Candidates who meet most, rather than all, of the criteria are encouraged to apply. Why Apply High-growth, PE-backed SME with real progression potential Direct line to the FD with deputy-level exposure Broad, varied remit covering reporting, stock, budgeting and business partnering Genuine opportunity to shape and grow with the finance function For a confidential conversation about this role, please apply or get in touch.
6-12-month contract Flexible working Attractive packageA Yorkshire-based Higher Education institution is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to undertake a high-impact interim assignment as number two in Finance, reporting to the Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning.This appointment comes at a pivotal point for the organisation, offering the opportunity to provide immediate leadership capacity during a period of financial recovery, regulatory focus, and organisational change.The RoleThis is a hands-on, senior leadership position operating across both strategic and operational levels.The successful candidate will: Provide day-to-day leadership of Finance and Planning, ensuring clarity of priorities and delivery Create operational headroom for the Executive Director to focus on strategic finance, lender engagement and board assurance. Strengthen financial grip, reporting, and performance insight Support delivery of year-end, audit, and budget cycles Play a key role in embedding integrated planning and data-driven decision-making Key Focus Areas Leadership & Delivery: Visible, credible leadership of finance and planning teams through a complex and evolving environment Financial Planning: Oversight of budgeting, forecasting and development of the medium-term financial plan Cash & Covenant: Strengthening liquidity management, cash flow forecasting and covenant reporting Reporting & Insight: Enhancing Executive and Board-level reporting to support decision-making Business Partnering: Supporting senior academic and professional leaders with clear financial insight Audit & Compliance: Supporting year-end, external audit and regulatory returns Continuous Improvement: Driving improvements in systems, processes and reporting outputs Candidate ProfileWe are seeking a qualified accountant with: Significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally within higher education or a complex regulated environment A track record of delivering in financially challenged or recovery settings Strong expertise across planning, forecasting, cash flow, audit and reporting The ability to bring pace, grip and clarity in a demanding environment A collaborative, pragmatic and hands-on approach Credibility to operate with Executive colleagues and senior stakeholders Why This Role? A rare opportunity to step into a number two finance role with real influence The chance to make a tangible difference in a critical period Exposure to Executive and Board-level activity A flexible, hybrid working model A highly competitive interim package, reflective of the scope and impact Key Details Duration: 6-12 months Start: Immediate / ASAP Location: West Yorkshire / 2/3 days in the office Reporting to: Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning For a confidential discussion, please don't hesitate to get in touch. 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 30, 2026
Full time
6-12-month contract Flexible working Attractive packageA Yorkshire-based Higher Education institution is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to undertake a high-impact interim assignment as number two in Finance, reporting to the Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning.This appointment comes at a pivotal point for the organisation, offering the opportunity to provide immediate leadership capacity during a period of financial recovery, regulatory focus, and organisational change.The RoleThis is a hands-on, senior leadership position operating across both strategic and operational levels.The successful candidate will: Provide day-to-day leadership of Finance and Planning, ensuring clarity of priorities and delivery Create operational headroom for the Executive Director to focus on strategic finance, lender engagement and board assurance. Strengthen financial grip, reporting, and performance insight Support delivery of year-end, audit, and budget cycles Play a key role in embedding integrated planning and data-driven decision-making Key Focus Areas Leadership & Delivery: Visible, credible leadership of finance and planning teams through a complex and evolving environment Financial Planning: Oversight of budgeting, forecasting and development of the medium-term financial plan Cash & Covenant: Strengthening liquidity management, cash flow forecasting and covenant reporting Reporting & Insight: Enhancing Executive and Board-level reporting to support decision-making Business Partnering: Supporting senior academic and professional leaders with clear financial insight Audit & Compliance: Supporting year-end, external audit and regulatory returns Continuous Improvement: Driving improvements in systems, processes and reporting outputs Candidate ProfileWe are seeking a qualified accountant with: Significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally within higher education or a complex regulated environment A track record of delivering in financially challenged or recovery settings Strong expertise across planning, forecasting, cash flow, audit and reporting The ability to bring pace, grip and clarity in a demanding environment A collaborative, pragmatic and hands-on approach Credibility to operate with Executive colleagues and senior stakeholders Why This Role? A rare opportunity to step into a number two finance role with real influence The chance to make a tangible difference in a critical period Exposure to Executive and Board-level activity A flexible, hybrid working model A highly competitive interim package, reflective of the scope and impact Key Details Duration: 6-12 months Start: Immediate / ASAP Location: West Yorkshire / 2/3 days in the office Reporting to: Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning For a confidential discussion, please don't hesitate to get in touch. 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
Rota Support is acting on behalf of our client, an established and registered Ofsted provider with children's care homes and supported accommodation services for children aged 11+. This particular vacancy is located at their 4 bed, Ofsted registered, children's residential home in Earley, Berkshire and the home specialises in Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The hours for this role are Full-Time (37.5 hours per week with flexibility to meet the needs of the business, and on-call duties) Specific duties and responsibilities for this role will include; Maintain Ofsted registration and ensure that each home meets and exceeds regulatory and quality standards. Provide direct line management to Deputy Manager and leadership to the wider operational team. Lead on the implementation of quality assurance frameworks, audit cycles, and service improvement plans. Develop and maintain a high-performance culture with a focus on staff development, child-centred care and positive outcomes. General responsibilities for this role will include; Champion the organisation s values and represent the company externally. Deliver monthly performance updates and reports to the Responsible Individual and Executive Director. Oversight of workforce planning, budget management and staff deployment. Chair multi-disciplinary meetings, strategy discussions and regional forums. An ideal candidate for this role will hold the following; Must hold a Diploma Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. Must have prior experience as a Registered Manager with strong outcomes and regulatory history. This post requires the holder to have a clear Criminal Records Bureau check at all times. What's on offer A competitive and generous annual salary of £65,000-£70,000. Structured Bonus Offer up to £10,000 per year Fully funded training and qualifications Free meals 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and your birthday) If you feel that you are suitable for this role and would like to discuss further or apply for the position, please get in touch with our team and provide your CV to be considered.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Rota Support is acting on behalf of our client, an established and registered Ofsted provider with children's care homes and supported accommodation services for children aged 11+. This particular vacancy is located at their 4 bed, Ofsted registered, children's residential home in Earley, Berkshire and the home specialises in Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The hours for this role are Full-Time (37.5 hours per week with flexibility to meet the needs of the business, and on-call duties) Specific duties and responsibilities for this role will include; Maintain Ofsted registration and ensure that each home meets and exceeds regulatory and quality standards. Provide direct line management to Deputy Manager and leadership to the wider operational team. Lead on the implementation of quality assurance frameworks, audit cycles, and service improvement plans. Develop and maintain a high-performance culture with a focus on staff development, child-centred care and positive outcomes. General responsibilities for this role will include; Champion the organisation s values and represent the company externally. Deliver monthly performance updates and reports to the Responsible Individual and Executive Director. Oversight of workforce planning, budget management and staff deployment. Chair multi-disciplinary meetings, strategy discussions and regional forums. An ideal candidate for this role will hold the following; Must hold a Diploma Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. Must have prior experience as a Registered Manager with strong outcomes and regulatory history. This post requires the holder to have a clear Criminal Records Bureau check at all times. What's on offer A competitive and generous annual salary of £65,000-£70,000. Structured Bonus Offer up to £10,000 per year Fully funded training and qualifications Free meals 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and your birthday) If you feel that you are suitable for this role and would like to discuss further or apply for the position, please get in touch with our team and provide your CV to be considered.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Luxury Hospitality & Wellness On behalf of an iconic, household name in the luxury hospitality and wellness sector, our client is a market-leading brand currently executing a transformative, heavily backed modernization and expansion strategy. Supported by a premier institutional investment partner, the group is deploying significant capital into portfolio-wide asset upgrades, sustainability infrastructure, and next-generation wellness technology. Simultaneously, the business is pivoting toward a highly scalable, asset-light domestic and international management contract and franchise model. Reporting directly to the CEO and Board, the incoming CFO will assume ultimate accountability for the group's financial strategy, capital structure, and operational efficiency during a defining chapter of growth and strategic valuation milestones. Key Responsibilities C-Suite & Board Leadership: Act as a strategic co-pilot to the CEO and Board, providing the financial vision required to steer the group through aggressive scaling and business model evolution. Capital Governance & ROI: Oversee the financial allocation, deployment, and performance tracking of a multi-million-pound capital expenditure and multi-site refurbishment program. Investor Relations & Funding: Manage the critical relationship with the group's primary institutional investment partners, ensuring robust reporting, covenant compliance, and optimized capital structuring. Operational Turnaround & Margin Protection: Drive aggressive profitability initiatives across the estate, implementing strict cost controls and operational efficiencies to successfully counter macroeconomic and inflationary headwinds. Corporate Strategy & Valuation: Lead relationships with tier-one external advisory firms to evaluate long-term strategic options, joint ventures, and corporate valuation milestones. The Ideal Profile C-Suite Track Record: Proven experience as a CFO, Deputy CFO, or Finance Director within luxury hospitality, elite leisure, premium spa/wellness, or high-end multi-site real estate/retail . Capital Program Stewardship: A successful history of governing large-scale capital allocation programs and property integrations. Business Transformation Expertise: Direct experience navigating structural corporate shifts, specifically the transition from asset-heavy models to asset-light (management contract/franchise) frameworks. Commercial Grit: A proven ability to optimize bottom-line performance, restructure costs, and protect margins in a high-cost economic landscape. Corporate Finance & M&A Savvy: Strong background in corporate fundraising, refinancing, institutional investor relations, or preparing a business for strategic options/valuation events.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Luxury Hospitality & Wellness On behalf of an iconic, household name in the luxury hospitality and wellness sector, our client is a market-leading brand currently executing a transformative, heavily backed modernization and expansion strategy. Supported by a premier institutional investment partner, the group is deploying significant capital into portfolio-wide asset upgrades, sustainability infrastructure, and next-generation wellness technology. Simultaneously, the business is pivoting toward a highly scalable, asset-light domestic and international management contract and franchise model. Reporting directly to the CEO and Board, the incoming CFO will assume ultimate accountability for the group's financial strategy, capital structure, and operational efficiency during a defining chapter of growth and strategic valuation milestones. Key Responsibilities C-Suite & Board Leadership: Act as a strategic co-pilot to the CEO and Board, providing the financial vision required to steer the group through aggressive scaling and business model evolution. Capital Governance & ROI: Oversee the financial allocation, deployment, and performance tracking of a multi-million-pound capital expenditure and multi-site refurbishment program. Investor Relations & Funding: Manage the critical relationship with the group's primary institutional investment partners, ensuring robust reporting, covenant compliance, and optimized capital structuring. Operational Turnaround & Margin Protection: Drive aggressive profitability initiatives across the estate, implementing strict cost controls and operational efficiencies to successfully counter macroeconomic and inflationary headwinds. Corporate Strategy & Valuation: Lead relationships with tier-one external advisory firms to evaluate long-term strategic options, joint ventures, and corporate valuation milestones. The Ideal Profile C-Suite Track Record: Proven experience as a CFO, Deputy CFO, or Finance Director within luxury hospitality, elite leisure, premium spa/wellness, or high-end multi-site real estate/retail . Capital Program Stewardship: A successful history of governing large-scale capital allocation programs and property integrations. Business Transformation Expertise: Direct experience navigating structural corporate shifts, specifically the transition from asset-heavy models to asset-light (management contract/franchise) frameworks. Commercial Grit: A proven ability to optimize bottom-line performance, restructure costs, and protect margins in a high-cost economic landscape. Corporate Finance & M&A Savvy: Strong background in corporate fundraising, refinancing, institutional investor relations, or preparing a business for strategic options/valuation events.
