ALink Recruitment are working with a fast-growing infrastructure business operating across railway asset management, surveying, examinations, compliance and technical reporting. Working with major infrastructure organisations, the business is investing heavily in data, automation and AI to support its next phase of growth. The role will be fully office based, Monday-Friday. Role Purpose This is a business-critical role responsible for making operational, commercial and technical performance measurable, visible and actionable. Working closely with directors, managers and delivery teams, you will transform data into meaningful insight, automate repetitive processes and help build a scalable operating model. This is not a passive analyst role. The successful candidate will be expected to challenge poor data quality, expose inefficiencies, improve reporting and use technology to drive measurable business improvements. Key Responsibilities Develop a business-wide KPI and performance measurement framework. Build executive, operational and commercial dashboards that support decision-making. Create visibility of revenue, margins, productivity, utilisation, project performance and quality metrics. Improve data quality, governance, consistency and auditability across the business. Standardise data capture, reporting structures and operational workflows. Turn operational activity into meaningful management information and actionable insight. Identify and automate repetitive administrative, reporting and monitoring tasks. Lead the development of AI-assisted technical reporting solutions. Design and implement controlled AI agents and agentic workflows. Improve report-writing efficiency while maintaining technical quality and human review. Support resource planning, workload forecasting and operational control. Provide insight into profitability, margin leakage, productivity trends and business risk. Identify performance gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. Work across Microsoft 365, Power BI, SharePoint, Excel, financial systems and operational platforms. Ensure AI, automation and reporting solutions remain secure, controlled and commercially valuable. Key Deliverables Business-wide KPI and reporting framework. Executive and operational performance dashboards. Improved data quality and reporting consistency. AI-assisted reporting workflows and pilot solutions. Automated business processes that reduce manual administration. Monthly management information and performance reporting. Recommendations for future systems, automation and AI development. Skills & Experience Data analysis, business intelligence and performance reporting. Power BI or equivalent dashboard and visualisation tools. Advanced Excel, data modelling and structured data design. KPI development, process improvement and workflow automation. Microsoft 365, SharePoint and Teams environments. Commercial reporting, profitability analysis and operational performance measurement. Experience implementing AI tools, AI-assisted workflows or automation technologies. Ability to turn complex operational data into clear business insight. Why Apply? Opportunity to build and shape a data, automation and AI function from the ground up.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
ALink Recruitment are working with a fast-growing infrastructure business operating across railway asset management, surveying, examinations, compliance and technical reporting. Working with major infrastructure organisations, the business is investing heavily in data, automation and AI to support its next phase of growth. The role will be fully office based, Monday-Friday. Role Purpose This is a business-critical role responsible for making operational, commercial and technical performance measurable, visible and actionable. Working closely with directors, managers and delivery teams, you will transform data into meaningful insight, automate repetitive processes and help build a scalable operating model. This is not a passive analyst role. The successful candidate will be expected to challenge poor data quality, expose inefficiencies, improve reporting and use technology to drive measurable business improvements. Key Responsibilities Develop a business-wide KPI and performance measurement framework. Build executive, operational and commercial dashboards that support decision-making. Create visibility of revenue, margins, productivity, utilisation, project performance and quality metrics. Improve data quality, governance, consistency and auditability across the business. Standardise data capture, reporting structures and operational workflows. Turn operational activity into meaningful management information and actionable insight. Identify and automate repetitive administrative, reporting and monitoring tasks. Lead the development of AI-assisted technical reporting solutions. Design and implement controlled AI agents and agentic workflows. Improve report-writing efficiency while maintaining technical quality and human review. Support resource planning, workload forecasting and operational control. Provide insight into profitability, margin leakage, productivity trends and business risk. Identify performance gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. Work across Microsoft 365, Power BI, SharePoint, Excel, financial systems and operational platforms. Ensure AI, automation and reporting solutions remain secure, controlled and commercially valuable. Key Deliverables Business-wide KPI and reporting framework. Executive and operational performance dashboards. Improved data quality and reporting consistency. AI-assisted reporting workflows and pilot solutions. Automated business processes that reduce manual administration. Monthly management information and performance reporting. Recommendations for future systems, automation and AI development. Skills & Experience Data analysis, business intelligence and performance reporting. Power BI or equivalent dashboard and visualisation tools. Advanced Excel, data modelling and structured data design. KPI development, process improvement and workflow automation. Microsoft 365, SharePoint and Teams environments. Commercial reporting, profitability analysis and operational performance measurement. Experience implementing AI tools, AI-assisted workflows or automation technologies. Ability to turn complex operational data into clear business insight. Why Apply? Opportunity to build and shape a data, automation and AI function from the ground up.
Head of Finance Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements. You must be able to travel 1-2 times per month for a team day in Bristol, Reading, or London, for which expenses will be covered. Salary: £46,350 - £49,440 depending on experience Contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), Permanent. We are flexible with how these hours are worked - working pattern to be discussed with the successful candidate. Closing date: Monday 13 July Interview date: Week commencing 27 July Start Date: ASAP - this is a new role Reporting to: Operations Director Direct Reports: Finance Officer Role Purpose The Head of Finance plays a key role in supporting Good Faith's financial health, sustainability and growth. Working closely with the Operations Director and colleagues across the organisation, they provide the financial insight, systems and support that help teams make informed decisions, deliver impactful work and plan confidently for the future. The role combines hands-on financial management with the ongoing development of financial systems, tools and processes to support Good Faith's growth and evolving needs. Working in partnership with the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team, thematic project delivery ("track") leadership teams and project leads, the Head of Operations helps promote sound financial stewardship, clear reporting and responsible use of resources. The role also provides financial management support to Good Faith Foundation, working alongside its trustees and Charity Development Lead. The Head of Finance line manages the Finance Officer, supporting their development and helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Financial Management and Reporting Support the effective management of Good Faith's finances, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial stewardship and long-term sustainability. Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reporting. Provide clear, timely financial reporting and insight to support decision-making by the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board. Help colleagues understand organisational financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities and areas requiring attention. Work closely with the Operations Director to develop and improve financial systems, controls, policies and processes that support effective decision-making and organisational growth. Coordinate month-end and year-end reporting processes. Build positive working relationships with external accountants, banks and other professional advisers. Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning Coordinate the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with SLT and Directors across the organisation. Maintain GF s financial forecast and support scenario planning to inform decision-making and future priorities. Monitor organisational, track and project budgets against performance and support teams to understand and respond to variances. Provide financial insight and recommendations that help colleagues balance ambition with sustainability. Support business planning and provide analysis to inform significant organisational investment and spending decisions. Project Finance Work alongside track leadership teams and project leads to develop, manage and monitor project and track budgets. Produce project and track-level financial reporting and analysis, including profitability reporting. Help project teams understand financial information and use it confidently in decision-making. Provide practical financial support and guidance to help achieve GF s organisational objectives while making the best use of available resources. Warm Welcome Campaign Work closely with the Warm Welcome Head of Operations and Leadership Team, providing financial support on budgeting, reporting and forecasting. Ensure expenditure is accurately recorded, appropriately authorised and aligned with financial policies. Produce regular financial dashboards and reporting, highlighting budget variances, emerging risks and opportunities for improved efficiency. Provide insight and recommendations that support effective decision-making and responsible resource management. Cashflow, Reserves and Financial Sustainability Monitor and report on cashflow, reserves and wider financial performance, helping SLT plan for the future. Manage and process supplier and payroll payments, ensuring appropriate controls and approvals are in place and payments are made accurately and on time. Work with the Finance Officer to monitor debtor and creditor performance, supporting the timely collection of income and effective management of liabilities. Provide financial insight and scenario planning that supports sustainable growth, informed decision-making and long-term resilience. Support to Good Faith Foundation Provide financial management support to the Good Faith Foundation. Oversee the preparation of quarterly management accounts by external accountants, alongside budgets and financial reports as required. Support trustees and the Charity Development Lead with financial information, insight and analysis. Help maintain appropriate financial controls, governance and compliance arrangements. Team Management Line manage, support and develop the Finance Officer, creating opportunities for learning and professional growth. Review and oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations and transactional finance processes. Help foster a collaborative, supportive and efficient finance function that supports colleagues across GF. Contribute to a positive team culture that reflects Good Faith's values. Governance and Compliance Help ensure GF maintains high standards of governance, accountability and financial compliance. Support statutory record-keeping and coordinate company secretarial filings and documentation. Coordinate the preparation and submission of VAT returns, annual accounts, corporation tax returns and other regulatory filings, working with external accountants as required. Act as a trusted point of contact for external accountants, auditors, legal advisers and other professional advisers. Coordinate annual insurance renewals and maintain records of key organisational licences, registrations and financial policies. As needed, support audits, compliance reviews and risk management activities, helping to ensure appropriate documentation, controls and procedures are maintained. Person Specification Essential Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 2-3 years' working experience Experience managing finance functions within an SME, consultancy, social enterprise, charity or purpose-led organisation. Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts. Good understanding of UK financial reporting, tax and compliance requirements. Experience managing cashflow and financial planning. Proficiency in accounting software (Xero) and Microsoft Excel/Google Workspace. Essential Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance colleagues. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people. The ability to balance financial sustainability with organisational ambition and social impact. Desirable Experience in consultancy, professional services, social enterprise or charitable sectors. Experience managing the finances of grant-funded projects Experience supporting boards, trustees or senior leadership teams. Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements. Experience supporting and developing colleagues through line management. Personal Attributes Collaborative and relationship-focused, with a genuine desire to support others. Inclusive in approach and committed to building positive working relationships Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to improve systems and ways of working. Trustworthy, accountable and able to exercise sound judgement. Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving organisation. Able to balance ambition with pragmatism, helping the organisation make the most of its resources. Committed to Good Faith's mission, values and the positive impact of our work. Key Relationships Operations Director Senior Leadership Team Project Leads Thematic project delivery leadership teams Finance Officer Good Faith Foundation Charity Development Lead and Trustees External accountants and professional advisers Clients . click apply for full job details
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements. You must be able to travel 1-2 times per month for a team day in Bristol, Reading, or London, for which expenses will be covered. Salary: £46,350 - £49,440 depending on experience Contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), Permanent. We are flexible with how these hours are worked - working pattern to be discussed with the successful candidate. Closing date: Monday 13 July Interview date: Week commencing 27 July Start Date: ASAP - this is a new role Reporting to: Operations Director Direct Reports: Finance Officer Role Purpose The Head of Finance plays a key role in supporting Good Faith's financial health, sustainability and growth. Working closely with the Operations Director and colleagues across the organisation, they provide the financial insight, systems and support that help teams make informed decisions, deliver impactful work and plan confidently for the future. The role combines hands-on financial management with the ongoing development of financial systems, tools and processes to support Good Faith's growth and evolving needs. Working in partnership with the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team, thematic project delivery ("track") leadership teams and project leads, the Head of Operations helps promote sound financial stewardship, clear reporting and responsible use of resources. The role also provides financial management support to Good Faith Foundation, working alongside its trustees and Charity Development Lead. The Head of Finance line manages the Finance Officer, supporting their development and helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Financial Management and Reporting Support the effective management of Good Faith's finances, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial stewardship and long-term sustainability. Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cashflow reporting. Provide clear, timely financial reporting and insight to support decision-making by the Operations Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board. Help colleagues understand organisational financial performance, identifying trends, opportunities and areas requiring attention. Work closely with the Operations Director to develop and improve financial systems, controls, policies and processes that support effective decision-making and organisational growth. Coordinate month-end and year-end reporting processes. Build positive working relationships with external accountants, banks and other professional advisers. Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements. Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning Coordinate the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with SLT and Directors across the organisation. Maintain GF s financial forecast and support scenario planning to inform decision-making and future priorities. Monitor organisational, track and project budgets against performance and support teams to understand and respond to variances. Provide financial insight and recommendations that help colleagues balance ambition with sustainability. Support business planning and provide analysis to inform significant organisational investment and spending decisions. Project Finance Work alongside track leadership teams and project leads to develop, manage and monitor project and track budgets. Produce project and track-level financial reporting and analysis, including profitability reporting. Help project teams understand financial information and use it confidently in decision-making. Provide practical financial support and guidance to help achieve GF s organisational objectives while making the best use of available resources. Warm Welcome Campaign Work closely with the Warm Welcome Head of Operations and Leadership Team, providing financial support on budgeting, reporting and forecasting. Ensure expenditure is accurately recorded, appropriately authorised and aligned with financial policies. Produce regular financial dashboards and reporting, highlighting budget variances, emerging risks and opportunities for improved efficiency. Provide insight and recommendations that support effective decision-making and responsible resource management. Cashflow, Reserves and Financial Sustainability Monitor and report on cashflow, reserves and wider financial performance, helping SLT plan for the future. Manage and process supplier and payroll payments, ensuring appropriate controls and approvals are in place and payments are made accurately and on time. Work with the Finance Officer to monitor debtor and creditor performance, supporting the timely collection of income and effective management of liabilities. Provide financial insight and scenario planning that supports sustainable growth, informed decision-making and long-term resilience. Support to Good Faith Foundation Provide financial management support to the Good Faith Foundation. Oversee the preparation of quarterly management accounts by external accountants, alongside budgets and financial reports as required. Support trustees and the Charity Development Lead with financial information, insight and analysis. Help maintain appropriate financial controls, governance and compliance arrangements. Team Management Line manage, support and develop the Finance Officer, creating opportunities for learning and professional growth. Review and oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations and transactional finance processes. Help foster a collaborative, supportive and efficient finance function that supports colleagues across GF. Contribute to a positive team culture that reflects Good Faith's values. Governance and Compliance Help ensure GF maintains high standards of governance, accountability and financial compliance. Support statutory record-keeping and coordinate company secretarial filings and documentation. Coordinate the preparation and submission of VAT returns, annual accounts, corporation tax returns and other regulatory filings, working with external accountants as required. Act as a trusted point of contact for external accountants, auditors, legal advisers and other professional advisers. Coordinate annual insurance renewals and maintain records of key organisational licences, registrations and financial policies. As needed, support audits, compliance reviews and risk management activities, helping to ensure appropriate documentation, controls and procedures are maintained. Person Specification Essential Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 2-3 years' working experience Experience managing finance functions within an SME, consultancy, social enterprise, charity or purpose-led organisation. Experience preparing management accounts, budgets and forecasts. Good understanding of UK financial reporting, tax and compliance requirements. Experience managing cashflow and financial planning. Proficiency in accounting software (Xero) and Microsoft Excel/Google Workspace. Essential Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance colleagues. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people. The ability to balance financial sustainability with organisational ambition and social impact. Desirable Experience in consultancy, professional services, social enterprise or charitable sectors. Experience managing the finances of grant-funded projects Experience supporting boards, trustees or senior leadership teams. Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements. Experience supporting and developing colleagues through line management. Personal Attributes Collaborative and relationship-focused, with a genuine desire to support others. Inclusive in approach and committed to building positive working relationships Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to improve systems and ways of working. Trustworthy, accountable and able to exercise sound judgement. Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving organisation. Able to balance ambition with pragmatism, helping the organisation make the most of its resources. Committed to Good Faith's mission, values and the positive impact of our work. Key Relationships Operations Director Senior Leadership Team Project Leads Thematic project delivery leadership teams Finance Officer Good Faith Foundation Charity Development Lead and Trustees External accountants and professional advisers Clients . click apply for full job details
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Northampton, Northamptonshire
A high-growth, private equity-backed organisation in Northampton is seeking a technically strong Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within its finance function. Operating in a capex-heavy, infrastructure-style environment, the business is scaling rapidly and investing significantly in its asset base. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial processes, enhance systems and controls, and deliver high-quality insight to senior leadership and investors. You will work closely with the CFO and leadership team, combining technical excellence, operational grip, and strategic insight. The Role Financial Reporting & Control Lead the Group's financial processing and reporting function, ensuring accurate and timely month-end close Deliver high-quality management reporting, board packs, and KPI analysis Own the integrity of financial information, ensuring it supports decision-making across the business Support statutory reporting and the year-end audit process, ensuring compliance with IFRS Financial Control, Governance & Compliance Maintain and enhance a strong financial control environment across a multi-entity group Ensure robust balance sheet discipline and reconciliations Oversee compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and audit requirements Support ESG-related reporting where finance data underpins disclosures Cash, Treasury & Balance Sheet Management Oversee cashflow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital optimisation Provide oversight of treasury activities, including banking, intercompany balances, and cash pooling Drive strong balance sheet control and cash management discipline Systems, Data & Transformation Provide oversight of financial systems, controls, and data governance Drive adoption of automation, analytics, and technology to modernise finance Lead system enhancements, integrations, and improvements to support business growth and scalability Business Partnering & Insight Provide clear, commercially relevant financial insight on performance, risks, and opportunities Partner with operational and commercial teams to embed finance into decision-making Support reporting to private equity stakeholders Strategic Projects & Growth Play a key role in M&A activity, including due diligence and integration Support business transformation and process improvement initiatives Contribute to group restructuring and scaling activities Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence The Candidate We are looking for a high-calibre, technically excellent finance leader: ACA qualified (Big Four preferred) with strong post-qualified experience Proven track record in Group Financial Controller / Head of Reporting roles Deep technical expertise in IFRS, consolidations, and complex accounting areas Experience in asset-heavy / capex-intensive sectors such as infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, manufacturing, or similar Background in PE-backed or complex multi-entity environments is highly desirable Strong systems and process mindset, with exposure to finance transformation / automation Demonstrated ability to lead teams and operate at pace in a growing business Personal Attributes Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-oriented Strong attention to detail with high financial discipline Able to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders Commercially aware with a strategic mindset Passionate about continuous improvement and modernising finance functions At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
A high-growth, private equity-backed organisation in Northampton is seeking a technically strong Group Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within its finance function. Operating in a capex-heavy, infrastructure-style environment, the business is scaling rapidly and investing significantly in its asset base. This role offers the opportunity to shape financial processes, enhance systems and controls, and deliver high-quality insight to senior leadership and investors. You will work closely with the CFO and leadership team, combining technical excellence, operational grip, and strategic insight. The Role Financial Reporting & Control Lead the Group's financial processing and reporting function, ensuring accurate and timely month-end close Deliver high-quality management reporting, board packs, and KPI analysis Own the integrity of financial information, ensuring it supports decision-making across the business Support statutory reporting and the year-end audit process, ensuring compliance with IFRS Financial Control, Governance & Compliance Maintain and enhance a strong financial control environment across a multi-entity group Ensure robust balance sheet discipline and reconciliations Oversee compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and audit requirements Support ESG-related reporting where finance data underpins disclosures Cash, Treasury & Balance Sheet Management Oversee cashflow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital optimisation Provide oversight of treasury activities, including banking, intercompany balances, and cash pooling Drive strong balance sheet control and cash management discipline Systems, Data & Transformation Provide oversight of financial systems, controls, and data governance Drive adoption of automation, analytics, and technology to modernise finance Lead system enhancements, integrations, and improvements to support business growth and scalability Business Partnering & Insight Provide clear, commercially relevant financial insight on performance, risks, and opportunities Partner with operational and commercial teams to embed finance into decision-making Support reporting to private equity stakeholders Strategic Projects & Growth Play a key role in M&A activity, including due diligence and integration Support business transformation and process improvement initiatives Contribute to group restructuring and scaling activities Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence The Candidate We are looking for a high-calibre, technically excellent finance leader: ACA qualified (Big Four preferred) with strong post-qualified experience Proven track record in Group Financial Controller / Head of Reporting roles Deep technical expertise in IFRS, consolidations, and complex accounting areas Experience in asset-heavy / capex-intensive sectors such as infrastructure, energy, utilities, transport, manufacturing, or similar Background in PE-backed or complex multi-entity environments is highly desirable Strong systems and process mindset, with exposure to finance transformation / automation Demonstrated ability to lead teams and operate at pace in a growing business Personal Attributes Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-oriented Strong attention to detail with high financial discipline Able to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders Commercially aware with a strategic mindset Passionate about continuous improvement and modernising finance functions At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Operations Director - Car Parking and Events Services Competitive salary to £90K 25 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance (following qualifying period) Flexible working environment Performance-related bonus scheme Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and ambitious business Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Operations Director will lead the operational delivery of our client's services, ensuring exceptional standards, commercial performance, and customer satisfaction across all contracts. This is a senior leadership role requiring a commercially minded and operationally driven individual who can lead high-performing teams, build strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement across the business. Working closely with the executive leadership team and Board, you will contribute to strategic growth while ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance. The role is primarily based at Head Office with regular travel across the UK and occasional international travel. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the operational strategy and departmental business plans. Support the delivery of company objectives and long-term growth plans. Develop, mentor and inspire operational leadership teams. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Operational Management Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality services across all contracts. Drive operational efficiency, productivity and service excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and key stakeholders. Lead operational projects and business improvement initiatives. Commercial & Financial Performance Manage operational budgets and deliver strong financial performance. Identify opportunities for growth, contract expansion and improved profitability. Support tender submissions, contract renewals and client retention strategies. Risk, Compliance & Governance Champion a positive health, safety and compliance culture. Ensure all operations comply with legislative, regulatory and company standards. Oversee audits, risk management and continuous improvement programmes. Candidate Profile We are seeking an experienced senior operational leader with a proven track record of delivering service excellence within a multi-site, service-led environment. You will possess: Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role. Strong commercial acumen with budget and P&L responsibility. A track record of driving performance, efficiency and business growth. Exceptional people leadership and stakeholder management skills. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Operations Director - Car Parking and Events Services Competitive salary to £90K 25 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance (following qualifying period) Flexible working environment Performance-related bonus scheme Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and ambitious business Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Operations Director will lead the operational delivery of our client's services, ensuring exceptional standards, commercial performance, and customer satisfaction across all contracts. This is a senior leadership role requiring a commercially minded and operationally driven individual who can lead high-performing teams, build strong client relationships, and drive continuous improvement across the business. Working closely with the executive leadership team and Board, you will contribute to strategic growth while ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance. The role is primarily based at Head Office with regular travel across the UK and occasional international travel. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the operational strategy and departmental business plans. Support the delivery of company objectives and long-term growth plans. Develop, mentor and inspire operational leadership teams. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Operational Management Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality services across all contracts. Drive operational efficiency, productivity and service excellence. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners and key stakeholders. Lead operational projects and business improvement initiatives. Commercial & Financial Performance Manage operational budgets and deliver strong financial performance. Identify opportunities for growth, contract expansion and improved profitability. Support tender submissions, contract renewals and client retention strategies. Risk, Compliance & Governance Champion a positive health, safety and compliance culture. Ensure all operations comply with legislative, regulatory and company standards. Oversee audits, risk management and continuous improvement programmes. Candidate Profile We are seeking an experienced senior operational leader with a proven track record of delivering service excellence within a multi-site, service-led environment. You will possess: Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role. Strong commercial acumen with budget and P&L responsibility. A track record of driving performance, efficiency and business growth. Exceptional people leadership and stakeholder management skills. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills
As the Sales & Marketing Finance Business Partner (FBP), you'll be working in a senior 'individual-contributor' role supporting the Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) within Moorepay. Partnering with the wider leadership teams across Sales, Marketing and Pricing, you'll drive forecasting, performance insight, and decision support across pipeline, bookings/ARR, retention, and unit economics, ensuring strong financial discipline and commercial focus across the go-to-market function. You'll operate as a trusted Finance Partner to commercial leaders, and a key contributor to the Moorepay Finance team. You'll report to the Head of Commercial Finance, working closely with the broader Finance, FP&A, and Group Finance functions. This role will work on a hybrid basis (2-3 days per week) from our Swinton office. Key areas of responsibility will include: Financial Business Partnering - Sales & Marketing Providing clear commercial insight on Sales & Marketing performance, investment decisions, and go-to-market trade-offs. Challenging constructively, ensuring financial implications are understood and factored into decisions. Translating complex commercial and pipeline activity into clear financial narratives at OpCo Exec & SLT level. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Owning the end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for Sales & Marketing. Maintaining driver-based forecasts across pipeline, bookings/ARR, churn/retention, and commission run-rate. Owning Sales & Marketing overhead budgets, including marketing efficiency, commissions, and related costs. Driving improved forecast accuracy and insight, not just cycle delivery. Revenue Performance & SaaS Metrics Analysing CARR/ARR performance, bridges, and key drivers across recurring revenue. Owning CAC, LTV, LTV:CAC, and payback period reporting, ensuring metrics influence spend allocation and go-to-market decisions. Tracking pipeline, conversion, sales productivity, and related unit economics. Owning multi-touch attribution modelling to ensure CAC is accurately apportioned across marketing channels and touchpoints, providing reliable unit economics for investment decisions. Analysing churn and retention drivers and cohorts, supporting retention initiatives with actionable insight. Marketing ROI & Investment Governance Evaluating channel and campaign performance and supporting investment decisions. Building and reviewing robust business cases for Sales & Marketing initiatives, ensuring clear assumptions, benefits tracking, and ROI discipline. Partnering with Sales and Marketing leaders to define measurable outcomes and performance benchmarks. Cost Management & Financial Control Maintaining strong financial control over Sales & Marketing cost bases, including headcount, commissions, marketing spend, and third-party services. Identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost optimisation without undermining commercial delivery or growth. Managing accruals, controls, and overhead tracking within close and reporting cycles. Sales Capacity Planning & Quota Design Owning sales capacity modelling, including headcount-to-pipeline coverage ratios. Supporting the design and review of commission plans, including accelerators, SPIFs, and threshold mechanics, not just ongoing maintenance. Modelling the incentive and cost implications of plan design changes, and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders. Partnering with Sales leadership on annual and in-year quota-setting, ensuring quotas are grounded in financial targets and market opportunity. Pipeline Data Governance & CRM Integrity Acting as the finance owner of pipeline data standards, working with Sales leadership to define and maintain CRM stage definitions, hygiene rules, and data quality expectations. Proactively identifying and escalating data quality issues that affect forecast reliability or metric accuracy. Partnering with Data/BI teams to ensure pipeline and revenue reporting is built on consistent, governed definitions. Owning and running structured forecast cadences, including weekly pipeline reviews, monthly forecast calls, and quarterly business reviews, ensuring analysis translates into action. Pricing, Discounting & Deal Governance Alongside the Pricing team, providing financial modelling to support pricing decisions and discounting governance. Owning the governance process for non-standard commercial terms, reviewing deals outside standard parameters before contracts are issued. Providing insight into the financial impact of pricing and deal structure decisions, including margin and ARR implications. Governance, Reporting & Senior Leadership Engagement Preparing clear, concise reporting and insight for OpCo Exec and senior leadership. Supporting Exec-level discussions with fact-based analysis and forward-looking insight. Ensuring KPI dashboards are current, accurate, and flag risks and opportunities early with actions tracked. Ensuring compliance with internal financial policies while enabling pace and agility. Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent). Experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Finance Business Partnering, ideally in SaaS or a recurring revenue business. Strong grasp of SaaS metrics (pipeline, bookings/ARR, churn/retention, CAC/LTV) and comfortable working with data and BI tooling. Strong planning and financial modelling skills, including commissions, ROI, and pricing/discount scenario analysis. Experience in sales capacity planning, quota design, and commission plan structuring. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within commercially-focused cost bases. Familiarity with CRM data governance and pipeline management processes (HubSpot or equivalent). Private equity or investor-led reporting exposure (beneficial but not essential). Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders as a senior individual contributor.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
As the Sales & Marketing Finance Business Partner (FBP), you'll be working in a senior 'individual-contributor' role supporting the Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) within Moorepay. Partnering with the wider leadership teams across Sales, Marketing and Pricing, you'll drive forecasting, performance insight, and decision support across pipeline, bookings/ARR, retention, and unit economics, ensuring strong financial discipline and commercial focus across the go-to-market function. You'll operate as a trusted Finance Partner to commercial leaders, and a key contributor to the Moorepay Finance team. You'll report to the Head of Commercial Finance, working closely with the broader Finance, FP&A, and Group Finance functions. This role will work on a hybrid basis (2-3 days per week) from our Swinton office. Key areas of responsibility will include: Financial Business Partnering - Sales & Marketing Providing clear commercial insight on Sales & Marketing performance, investment decisions, and go-to-market trade-offs. Challenging constructively, ensuring financial implications are understood and factored into decisions. Translating complex commercial and pipeline activity into clear financial narratives at OpCo Exec & SLT level. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Owning the end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for Sales & Marketing. Maintaining driver-based forecasts across pipeline, bookings/ARR, churn/retention, and commission run-rate. Owning Sales & Marketing overhead budgets, including marketing efficiency, commissions, and related costs. Driving improved forecast accuracy and insight, not just cycle delivery. Revenue Performance & SaaS Metrics Analysing CARR/ARR performance, bridges, and key drivers across recurring revenue. Owning CAC, LTV, LTV:CAC, and payback period reporting, ensuring metrics influence spend allocation and go-to-market decisions. Tracking pipeline, conversion, sales productivity, and related unit economics. Owning multi-touch attribution modelling to ensure CAC is accurately apportioned across marketing channels and touchpoints, providing reliable unit economics for investment decisions. Analysing churn and retention drivers and cohorts, supporting retention initiatives with actionable insight. Marketing ROI & Investment Governance Evaluating channel and campaign performance and supporting investment decisions. Building and reviewing robust business cases for Sales & Marketing initiatives, ensuring clear assumptions, benefits tracking, and ROI discipline. Partnering with Sales and Marketing leaders to define measurable outcomes and performance benchmarks. Cost Management & Financial Control Maintaining strong financial control over Sales & Marketing cost bases, including headcount, commissions, marketing spend, and third-party services. Identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost optimisation without undermining commercial delivery or growth. Managing accruals, controls, and overhead tracking within close and reporting cycles. Sales Capacity Planning & Quota Design Owning sales capacity modelling, including headcount-to-pipeline coverage ratios. Supporting the design and review of commission plans, including accelerators, SPIFs, and threshold mechanics, not just ongoing maintenance. Modelling the incentive and cost implications of plan design changes, and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders. Partnering with Sales leadership on annual and in-year quota-setting, ensuring quotas are grounded in financial targets and market opportunity. Pipeline Data Governance & CRM Integrity Acting as the finance owner of pipeline data standards, working with Sales leadership to define and maintain CRM stage definitions, hygiene rules, and data quality expectations. Proactively identifying and escalating data quality issues that affect forecast reliability or metric accuracy. Partnering with Data/BI teams to ensure pipeline and revenue reporting is built on consistent, governed definitions. Owning and running structured forecast cadences, including weekly pipeline reviews, monthly forecast calls, and quarterly business reviews, ensuring analysis translates into action. Pricing, Discounting & Deal Governance Alongside the Pricing team, providing financial modelling to support pricing decisions and discounting governance. Owning the governance process for non-standard commercial terms, reviewing deals outside standard parameters before contracts are issued. Providing insight into the financial impact of pricing and deal structure decisions, including margin and ARR implications. Governance, Reporting & Senior Leadership Engagement Preparing clear, concise reporting and insight for OpCo Exec and senior leadership. Supporting Exec-level discussions with fact-based analysis and forward-looking insight. Ensuring KPI dashboards are current, accurate, and flag risks and opportunities early with actions tracked. Ensuring compliance with internal financial policies while enabling pace and agility. Skills & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent). Experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Finance Business Partnering, ideally in SaaS or a recurring revenue business. Strong grasp of SaaS metrics (pipeline, bookings/ARR, churn/retention, CAC/LTV) and comfortable working with data and BI tooling. Strong planning and financial modelling skills, including commissions, ROI, and pricing/discount scenario analysis. Experience in sales capacity planning, quota design, and commission plan structuring. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within commercially-focused cost bases. Familiarity with CRM data governance and pipeline management processes (HubSpot or equivalent). Private equity or investor-led reporting exposure (beneficial but not essential). Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders as a senior individual contributor.
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 75,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. People Leadership Line manage and develop Technical and Hygiene team members. Oversee hygiene contractors and ensure the effectiveness of hygiene systems. Define and maintain technical and food safety standards for induction and ongoing training. Foster a culture where technical discipline and artisan craft complement one another Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Head of Technical Full-time Permanent Up to 75,000 The Role Reporting to the Site General Manager, the Head of Technical is the guardian of technical excellence, ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, legality, quality, and integrity. Working closely with Production, Operations and Milling teams, you will embed robust technical governance into daily operations - balancing compliance, commercial priorities and artisan craft. Through leadership, continuous improvement and a strong floor presence, you will ensure technical standards are a cultural norm, not a tick-box exercise. Key Responsibilities Food Safety & Quality Leadership Own and continuously develop the Food Safety & Product Integrity framework across all sites. Lead and maintain HACCP, including TACCP and VACCP, ensuring risk assessments are robust, current and operationally embedded. Provide expert oversight of allergen management, gluten control, traceability, raw material risk profiling, testing regimes and product verification. Act as the senior authority on food safety and legality, with the autonomy to stop production or dispatch where necessary. Certification & Audit Management Lead technical strategy for BRCGS Food Safety, FEMAS, Organic, Biodynamic and Gluten-Free certification schemes. Act as senior technical representative during third-party audits, customer visits and regulatory inspections. Ensure audit findings drive meaningful improvements rather than reactive compliance. Oversee the Gluten-Free Management Programme, ensuring segregation, validation and verification remain rigorous. Technical Governance Oversee supplier approval, raw material risk assessments and finished product specifications. Approve and technically sign off critical documentation and specifications. Lead investigations into significant food safety or quality incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and preventative actions are robust. Lead the annual Management Review for the Food Safety & Quality Management System. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with Milling and Operations teams to ensure technical standards are integral to daily practice. Support process optimisation, grain performance analysis and product consistency improvement. Provide technical direction for NPD, reformulation and process changes. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product performance and customer confidence. People Leadership Line manage and develop Technical and Hygiene team members. Oversee hygiene contractors and ensure the effectiveness of hygiene systems. Define and maintain technical and food safety standards for induction and ongoing training. Foster a culture where technical discipline and artisan craft complement one another Qualifications & Experience Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology or related field. Significant technical leadership experience within food manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety and food safety management systems. Practical HACCP experience, ideally as a leader or chairperson. Experience leading external audits and delivering strong audit outcomes. Hands-on experience in a production environment.
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards to this permanent position. Job Title: Head of Employment Location: Sheffield S9 Reports to: Head of Legal Practice Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (office-based) Salary: Attractive Salary The Role Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Employment to provide strategic and operational leadership across its Employment Department. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and risk-aware service to members, key stakeholders. Working closely with the senior management team, you will play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving continuous improvement, enhancing systems and workflows, and developing the capability and performance of the department. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Management Operate as a senior leader within the management team, contributing to organisational strategy, service development and future planning. Ensure appropriate systems, controls and governance arrangements are in place to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Lead the continuous review and improvement of processes, workflows, controls and risk management frameworks. Ensure compliance with audit requirements, regulatory standards, KPIs, service levels and quality standards. Act as a senior point of reference on employment law practice, decision-making and service standards. Support complex caseloads where required. People Leadership & Performance Management Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Employment Department. Manage workloads, caseload allocation, resourcing, capacity planning, holidays, sickness and absence. Embed and maintain a robust performance management framework, including objectives, quality reviews, supervision and regular one-to-ones. Coach, mentor and develop fee earners, building leadership capability, accountability and resilience. Support career development pathways, including trainees and colleagues seeking progression. Design and implement training and development initiatives covering legal, leadership and soft skills. Client Service & Stakeholder Management Maintain and strengthen relationships, regional representatives and external partners. Ensure consistently high standards of communication with members, colleagues and stakeholders. Handle complaints, risk issues and negligence allegations effectively, ensuring lessons learned are embedded. Deliver training sessions, briefings and updates and workplace representatives. Promote a culture of excellent service delivery and continuous improvement. Systems, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Lead and support the development of the case management system and workflow efficiencies. Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, productivity, quality and client experience. Support innovation and change initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. Drive process transformation and operational improvements across the department. About You You will possess: Strong leadership and people management skills. A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. High levels of professionalism, integrity and resilience. Strong coaching, mentoring and development capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service. Experience Required Proven experience leading large and multidisciplinary teams. Significant experience and working knowledge of employment law and practice, including advisory and case management work. Demonstrable experience of performance management, quality assurance and service delivery. Experience working strategically and operationally. Strong stakeholder management experience within a legal or trade union environment. Experience leading systems, process improvement or transformation programmes. Experience collecting and analysing evidence, researching the law, determining prospects and progressing matters efficiently. Experience developing people and building high-performing teams. Qualifications and Technical Skills Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent). Strong technical knowledge of employment law and practice. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and leadership capabilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure. Commitment to continuous learning and service excellence. Benefits 35-hour working week, Monday to Friday (office based) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service up to a maximum of 31 days Death in service benefit (4 x salary) Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave Free parking 4% employer pension contribution Simply Health scheme with employer and employee contributions Anytime GP service Employee Assistance Programme Probate and Estate Planning support Costco membership card Company sick pay (8 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay following successful completion of probation)
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards to this permanent position. Job Title: Head of Employment Location: Sheffield S9 Reports to: Head of Legal Practice Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (office-based) Salary: Attractive Salary The Role Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Employment to provide strategic and operational leadership across its Employment Department. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and risk-aware service to members, key stakeholders. Working closely with the senior management team, you will play a key role in shaping service delivery, driving continuous improvement, enhancing systems and workflows, and developing the capability and performance of the department. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Management Operate as a senior leader within the management team, contributing to organisational strategy, service development and future planning. Ensure appropriate systems, controls and governance arrangements are in place to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Lead the continuous review and improvement of processes, workflows, controls and risk management frameworks. Ensure compliance with audit requirements, regulatory standards, KPIs, service levels and quality standards. Act as a senior point of reference on employment law practice, decision-making and service standards. Support complex caseloads where required. People Leadership & Performance Management Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Employment Department. Manage workloads, caseload allocation, resourcing, capacity planning, holidays, sickness and absence. Embed and maintain a robust performance management framework, including objectives, quality reviews, supervision and regular one-to-ones. Coach, mentor and develop fee earners, building leadership capability, accountability and resilience. Support career development pathways, including trainees and colleagues seeking progression. Design and implement training and development initiatives covering legal, leadership and soft skills. Client Service & Stakeholder Management Maintain and strengthen relationships, regional representatives and external partners. Ensure consistently high standards of communication with members, colleagues and stakeholders. Handle complaints, risk issues and negligence allegations effectively, ensuring lessons learned are embedded. Deliver training sessions, briefings and updates and workplace representatives. Promote a culture of excellent service delivery and continuous improvement. Systems, Innovation & Continuous Improvement Lead and support the development of the case management system and workflow efficiencies. Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, productivity, quality and client experience. Support innovation and change initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. Drive process transformation and operational improvements across the department. About You You will possess: Strong leadership and people management skills. A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills. High levels of professionalism, integrity and resilience. Strong coaching, mentoring and development capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A pragmatic and solutions-focused approach. A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional service. Experience Required Proven experience leading large and multidisciplinary teams. Significant experience and working knowledge of employment law and practice, including advisory and case management work. Demonstrable experience of performance management, quality assurance and service delivery. Experience working strategically and operationally. Strong stakeholder management experience within a legal or trade union environment. Experience leading systems, process improvement or transformation programmes. Experience collecting and analysing evidence, researching the law, determining prospects and progressing matters efficiently. Experience developing people and building high-performing teams. Qualifications and Technical Skills Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent). Strong technical knowledge of employment law and practice. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and leadership capabilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure. Commitment to continuous learning and service excellence. Benefits 35-hour working week, Monday to Friday (office based) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day per year of service up to a maximum of 31 days Death in service benefit (4 x salary) Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave Free parking 4% employer pension contribution Simply Health scheme with employer and employee contributions Anytime GP service Employee Assistance Programme Probate and Estate Planning support Costco membership card Company sick pay (8 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay following successful completion of probation)
About This Job This is an exciting training role in Army Cadet Headquarters responsible for the governance of risk in the Army Cadets. In this critical organisational safety role, you will both generate medical risk assessments and assure those generated by others. You will ensure appropriate medical governance and compliance processes are in place, including identifying organisational clinical risks and recommending appropriate policies. You will oversee incident reporting and trend analysis to support continuous improvement. This will include developing systems and reporting frameworks to provide a clear understanding of the organisation s medical risk profile and supporting the volunteer team delivering advanced skills training to highly qualified first aiders. Essential Skills Have a sound understanding of the role of medical support in the Army Cadets Hold an accredited assessing qualification Evidence of continuing personal and professional development Understand the legislative requirements for First Aid provision as set out by the HSE Understand legislative restrictions on medical scopes of practice. Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information. Our charity ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience. We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support. We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other s lives. Who we are By joining ACCT UK you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity s work in pursuit of its charitable aims. The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role. What we can offer you In addition to your salary, we offer all staff: Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager). The ability to work both from home and from our Aldershot office. Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit. 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff). A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%). Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff): o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year. o An additional five days of volunteering leave. Support for qualifications and personal development. Employee Assistance Programme. Season ticket loan. Railcard (if you are eligible) A caring and supportive team environment. How to apply Please send a CV and Cover letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description by 2359hrs Sunday 12th July 2026. Interviews will be held in person in London during the week commencing 3rd August 2026. While AI tools can be beneficial, we value the personal touch and authenticity in job applications. We encourage you to highlight your unique experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, ensuring all information is accurate. Please use AI tools responsibly and with integrity throughout the application and selection process. Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo both a Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check (one of the requirements being that applicants must have been resident in the UK for 3 years). In addition, we will follow up references. Please be advised that this position may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of high-quality applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend submitting it as soon as possible. Candidates will be notified of the next stage in the recruitment process if they are shortlisted.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
About This Job This is an exciting training role in Army Cadet Headquarters responsible for the governance of risk in the Army Cadets. In this critical organisational safety role, you will both generate medical risk assessments and assure those generated by others. You will ensure appropriate medical governance and compliance processes are in place, including identifying organisational clinical risks and recommending appropriate policies. You will oversee incident reporting and trend analysis to support continuous improvement. This will include developing systems and reporting frameworks to provide a clear understanding of the organisation s medical risk profile and supporting the volunteer team delivering advanced skills training to highly qualified first aiders. Essential Skills Have a sound understanding of the role of medical support in the Army Cadets Hold an accredited assessing qualification Evidence of continuing personal and professional development Understand the legislative requirements for First Aid provision as set out by the HSE Understand legislative restrictions on medical scopes of practice. Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information. Our charity ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience. We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support. We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other s lives. Who we are By joining ACCT UK you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity s work in pursuit of its charitable aims. The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role. What we can offer you In addition to your salary, we offer all staff: Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager). The ability to work both from home and from our Aldershot office. Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit. 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff). A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%). Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff): o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year. o An additional five days of volunteering leave. Support for qualifications and personal development. Employee Assistance Programme. Season ticket loan. Railcard (if you are eligible) A caring and supportive team environment. How to apply Please send a CV and Cover letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description by 2359hrs Sunday 12th July 2026. Interviews will be held in person in London during the week commencing 3rd August 2026. While AI tools can be beneficial, we value the personal touch and authenticity in job applications. We encourage you to highlight your unique experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, ensuring all information is accurate. Please use AI tools responsibly and with integrity throughout the application and selection process. Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo both a Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check (one of the requirements being that applicants must have been resident in the UK for 3 years). In addition, we will follow up references. Please be advised that this position may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of high-quality applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend submitting it as soon as possible. Candidates will be notified of the next stage in the recruitment process if they are shortlisted.
Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:
Overview Are you a dynamic, compassionate, and forward thinking nurse who s passionate about delivering high quality care and leading teams to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment where no two days are the same and where your clinical leadership can genuinely change lives? At Change Grow Live , we re committed to supporting people to achieve positive change in their lives. Our Camden service plays a vital role in improving health and wellbeing in the community, and we re looking for a Cluster Lead Nurse who can help shape and elevate our clinical offer. This is an exciting time to join us with developing clinical pathways, expanding harm reduction work, and innovation at the heart of what we do. You ll have the autonomy to influence practice, the support to lead confidently, and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact. Location: Camden Hours: Full Time, 37.5 per week Contract: Permanent Allowance: £4133.14 Inner London Weighting, Pro rata Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Please note that this role requires onsite working for 5 days a week. Responsibilities What You ll Bring We re looking for someone who is: A strong clinical leader Someone who can confidently guide, support, and motivate our nursing team setting the tone for high clinical standards and safe, evidence based practice. You ll lead by example, offering clear direction, constructive feedback, and encouragement, while creating a positive, supportive environment where nurses can grow, develop, and deliver excellent care. Passionate about health promotion, harm reduction, and inclusion You ll champion safe, accessible, and non judgemental care for everyone we support. You ll promote practical harm reduction approaches, empower people to make informed choices about their health, and help create an environment where individuals with complex needs feel respected, included, and supported. Skilled in partnership working You ll build strong, effective relationships with a wide range of partners including local healthcare teams, mental health services, primary care, and wider community organisations. You ll communicate confidently across disciplines, helping to join up care pathways, reduce barriers, and ensure the people we support receive truly coordinated, person centred care. Confident in decision making You ll bring strong clinical expertise and the confidence to make clear, informed decisions even when situations are complex, time sensitive, or unpredictable. You ll be able to balance risk, safety, and person centred care while staying calm and focused under pressure. Your sound clinical judgement will guide the team, support safe practice, and ensure the best outcomes for the people we work with. Committed to developing others You ll invest in your team s growth, creating an environment where nurses feel supported, valued, and confident to progress. You ll provide guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback, helping colleagues build their skills and achieve their professional goals. By nurturing talent and encouraging continuous learning, you ll strengthen the team and ensure high quality, compassionate care across the service. What You ll Do As Cluster Lead Nurse, you will: Provide clinical leadership across the service working closely with the senior leadership team. Oversee high quality health assessments, BBV interventions, wound care, and harm reduction delivery Drive excellent standards in safety, governance, and clinical compliance Support training and development of the nursing and wider operational teams Help shape and innovate our local clinical model Build strong relationships with our Gateshead partnerships Be a visible and approachable leader for staff and service users What We Offer A supportive, values driven organisation Opportunities for professional development and specialist training A strong multidisciplinary environment A role where your ideas are welcomed and your leadership genuinely makes a difference Generous annual leave and employee wellbeing benefits Ready to Make an Impact? If you re a committed, enthusiastic nurse who wants to lead with compassion and help shape the future of our Camden service, we d love to hear from you. Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award. Apply now and be part of something that truly changes lives. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 45 to 47 (£49,950.27 - £52,221.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe Inner London Weighting (£4,133.14) Closing Date 8/7/2026 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you a dynamic, compassionate, and forward thinking nurse who s passionate about delivering high quality care and leading teams to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment where no two days are the same and where your clinical leadership can genuinely change lives? At Change Grow Live , we re committed to supporting people to achieve positive change in their lives. Our Camden service plays a vital role in improving health and wellbeing in the community, and we re looking for a Cluster Lead Nurse who can help shape and elevate our clinical offer. This is an exciting time to join us with developing clinical pathways, expanding harm reduction work, and innovation at the heart of what we do. You ll have the autonomy to influence practice, the support to lead confidently, and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact. Location: Camden Hours: Full Time, 37.5 per week Contract: Permanent Allowance: £4133.14 Inner London Weighting, Pro rata Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Please note that this role requires onsite working for 5 days a week. Responsibilities What You ll Bring We re looking for someone who is: A strong clinical leader Someone who can confidently guide, support, and motivate our nursing team setting the tone for high clinical standards and safe, evidence based practice. You ll lead by example, offering clear direction, constructive feedback, and encouragement, while creating a positive, supportive environment where nurses can grow, develop, and deliver excellent care. Passionate about health promotion, harm reduction, and inclusion You ll champion safe, accessible, and non judgemental care for everyone we support. You ll promote practical harm reduction approaches, empower people to make informed choices about their health, and help create an environment where individuals with complex needs feel respected, included, and supported. Skilled in partnership working You ll build strong, effective relationships with a wide range of partners including local healthcare teams, mental health services, primary care, and wider community organisations. You ll communicate confidently across disciplines, helping to join up care pathways, reduce barriers, and ensure the people we support receive truly coordinated, person centred care. Confident in decision making You ll bring strong clinical expertise and the confidence to make clear, informed decisions even when situations are complex, time sensitive, or unpredictable. You ll be able to balance risk, safety, and person centred care while staying calm and focused under pressure. Your sound clinical judgement will guide the team, support safe practice, and ensure the best outcomes for the people we work with. Committed to developing others You ll invest in your team s growth, creating an environment where nurses feel supported, valued, and confident to progress. You ll provide guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback, helping colleagues build their skills and achieve their professional goals. By nurturing talent and encouraging continuous learning, you ll strengthen the team and ensure high quality, compassionate care across the service. What You ll Do As Cluster Lead Nurse, you will: Provide clinical leadership across the service working closely with the senior leadership team. Oversee high quality health assessments, BBV interventions, wound care, and harm reduction delivery Drive excellent standards in safety, governance, and clinical compliance Support training and development of the nursing and wider operational teams Help shape and innovate our local clinical model Build strong relationships with our Gateshead partnerships Be a visible and approachable leader for staff and service users What We Offer A supportive, values driven organisation Opportunities for professional development and specialist training A strong multidisciplinary environment A role where your ideas are welcomed and your leadership genuinely makes a difference Generous annual leave and employee wellbeing benefits Ready to Make an Impact? If you re a committed, enthusiastic nurse who wants to lead with compassion and help shape the future of our Camden service, we d love to hear from you. Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award. Apply now and be part of something that truly changes lives. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 45 to 47 (£49,950.27 - £52,221.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe Inner London Weighting (£4,133.14) Closing Date 8/7/2026 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Job Title: PMO Team Leader Location: Newbury Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent We're an experienced Managed Service Provider working with SMEs, education, and hospitality organisations, typically supporting businesses with 10-600 employees. We take the time to understand each organisation and deliver end-to-end technology solutions tailored to their needs. At Netteam tX, we recognise and develop talent, and look to retain talent through the creation of career opportunities, lateral and horizontal. Our culture is centred around our belief in continually refining our skills and knowledge, collectively as a team as well as individually. We actively encourage creativity and innovation, and we strongly believe that it is our people that make us great. About the role: As the PMO Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing, managing, and continuously improving the Project Management Office (PMO) function within our Professional Services team. You will be responsible for driving project governance, resource planning, portfolio oversight, reporting, and operational excellence across all customer projects. You will lead a team of Project Coordinators, ensuring the successful delivery of projects through robust processes, effective resource management, risk control, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with Sales, Service Delivery, Engineering, Cyber Security, and Senior Leadership, you will provide visibility of project performance, capacity, utilisation, and financial performance while ensuring projects are delivered consistently and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop the PMO team, including Project Coordinators Define, implement, and maintain PMO governance frameworks, standards, methodologies, and best practices Ensure consistent project delivery processes across all Professional Services engagements Act as the primary escalation point for project-related issues, risks, and resource conflicts Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and delivery excellence across the project function Conduct regular project reviews to ensure compliance with governance standards and delivery Oversee the planning, prioritisation, and delivery of a portfolio of concurrent projects. Manage resource forecasting, allocation, and utilisation across Professional Services and Field Engineering teams Work closely with department leaders to balance project demand with available capacity Monitor engineer and project resource utilisation, providing recommendations to optimise performance and efficiency Ensure effective scheduling and assignment of project resources to meet business and customer requirements Provide oversight of project timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and deliverables Ensure project plans, documentation, project boards, and reporting tools remain accurate and up to date Ensure project handovers, closure activities, lessons learned, and customer sign-off processes are completed effectively Produce regular portfolio and performance reports for Senior Leadership Team meetings Track key metrics including utilisation, project profitability, delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and resource capacity Support revenue forecasting and Professional Services planning activities Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders Drive the development and enhancement of project management tools, templates, processes, and reporting capabilities. Ensure all project activities adhere to company policies, standards, and governance requirements Promote information security awareness and best practices across the PMO and wider Professional Services team About you: Essential Proven experience leading or managing a Project Management Office (PMO) function Significant experience managing portfolios of concurrent projects Strong project governance, reporting, and resource management experience Experience managing and developing project delivery teams Demonstrable stakeholder management experience across all levels of an organisation Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and financial reporting Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills Experience developing and improving project delivery processes and frameworks Desirable Previous experience within an MSP or IT Services environment Experience with Autotask PSA or similar project and resource management tools Experience managing technical infrastructure, cloud, cyber security, or digital transformation projects PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, AgilePM, MSP, or equivalent project management qualification PMO certification or related governance qualification Personal Attributes Friendly, professional, and approachable Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving capabilities Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Strong analytical and reporting skills Passionate about delivering high-quality customer outcomes Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and can communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Harnesses pressure to deliver results and meet business objectives Please Note Diversity and Inclusion: We are proactively committed to creating a diverse workforce at Netteam tX. We value diversity and inclusion; we want to attract the best people for all our roles. This is regardless of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socioeconomic status or religious beliefs. Other: In line with our recruitment policy and client expectation, some roles will be subject to a basic DBS disclosure. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: PMO Manager, IT Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Management Office, Head of Project Delivery, Service Delivery Manager (Projects), Governance, PMO & Resource Manager, Resource Management, Capacity Planning, Service Delivery, Project Reporting, Professional Services may also be considered for this role.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title: PMO Team Leader Location: Newbury Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full Time, Permanent We're an experienced Managed Service Provider working with SMEs, education, and hospitality organisations, typically supporting businesses with 10-600 employees. We take the time to understand each organisation and deliver end-to-end technology solutions tailored to their needs. At Netteam tX, we recognise and develop talent, and look to retain talent through the creation of career opportunities, lateral and horizontal. Our culture is centred around our belief in continually refining our skills and knowledge, collectively as a team as well as individually. We actively encourage creativity and innovation, and we strongly believe that it is our people that make us great. About the role: As the PMO Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing, managing, and continuously improving the Project Management Office (PMO) function within our Professional Services team. You will be responsible for driving project governance, resource planning, portfolio oversight, reporting, and operational excellence across all customer projects. You will lead a team of Project Coordinators, ensuring the successful delivery of projects through robust processes, effective resource management, risk control, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with Sales, Service Delivery, Engineering, Cyber Security, and Senior Leadership, you will provide visibility of project performance, capacity, utilisation, and financial performance while ensuring projects are delivered consistently and efficiently. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop the PMO team, including Project Coordinators Define, implement, and maintain PMO governance frameworks, standards, methodologies, and best practices Ensure consistent project delivery processes across all Professional Services engagements Act as the primary escalation point for project-related issues, risks, and resource conflicts Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and delivery excellence across the project function Conduct regular project reviews to ensure compliance with governance standards and delivery Oversee the planning, prioritisation, and delivery of a portfolio of concurrent projects. Manage resource forecasting, allocation, and utilisation across Professional Services and Field Engineering teams Work closely with department leaders to balance project demand with available capacity Monitor engineer and project resource utilisation, providing recommendations to optimise performance and efficiency Ensure effective scheduling and assignment of project resources to meet business and customer requirements Provide oversight of project timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and deliverables Ensure project plans, documentation, project boards, and reporting tools remain accurate and up to date Ensure project handovers, closure activities, lessons learned, and customer sign-off processes are completed effectively Produce regular portfolio and performance reports for Senior Leadership Team meetings Track key metrics including utilisation, project profitability, delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and resource capacity Support revenue forecasting and Professional Services planning activities Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders Drive the development and enhancement of project management tools, templates, processes, and reporting capabilities. Ensure all project activities adhere to company policies, standards, and governance requirements Promote information security awareness and best practices across the PMO and wider Professional Services team About you: Essential Proven experience leading or managing a Project Management Office (PMO) function Significant experience managing portfolios of concurrent projects Strong project governance, reporting, and resource management experience Experience managing and developing project delivery teams Demonstrable stakeholder management experience across all levels of an organisation Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and financial reporting Excellent organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills Experience developing and improving project delivery processes and frameworks Desirable Previous experience within an MSP or IT Services environment Experience with Autotask PSA or similar project and resource management tools Experience managing technical infrastructure, cloud, cyber security, or digital transformation projects PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, AgilePM, MSP, or equivalent project management qualification PMO certification or related governance qualification Personal Attributes Friendly, professional, and approachable Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving capabilities Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Strong analytical and reporting skills Passionate about delivering high-quality customer outcomes Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and can communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Harnesses pressure to deliver results and meet business objectives Please Note Diversity and Inclusion: We are proactively committed to creating a diverse workforce at Netteam tX. We value diversity and inclusion; we want to attract the best people for all our roles. This is regardless of age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socioeconomic status or religious beliefs. Other: In line with our recruitment policy and client expectation, some roles will be subject to a basic DBS disclosure. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of: PMO Manager, IT Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Management Office, Head of Project Delivery, Service Delivery Manager (Projects), Governance, PMO & Resource Manager, Resource Management, Capacity Planning, Service Delivery, Project Reporting, Professional Services may also be considered for this role.
Head of DevOps & Platform Engineering London (Hybrid) £90,000 - £110,000 No Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with a leading enterprise organisation undergoing significant investment in cloud, automation and platform engineering capabilities. As they continue to modernise their technology estate, they are seeking a Head of DevOps & Platform Engineering to lead the strategy, delivery and operational management of their DevOps and tooling function. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving DevOps best practice, platform reliability, automation and cloud optimisation across a large-scale technology environment. You'll lead geographically distributed teams, oversee critical tooling platforms, and play a key role in the successful delivery of major technology programmes. The successful candidate will define and execute the DevOps and Platform Engineering roadmap, ensuring the organisation continues to evolve its cloud, automation and CI/CD capabilities while maintaining operational excellence across critical technology platforms. Key responsibilities: Define and deliver the DevOps and Platform Engineering strategy. Lead DevOps, Platform Engineering and Automation teams across the UK and offshore locations. Drive adoption of CI/CD best practices, Infrastructure as Code and automation-first principles. Oversee the availability, performance, security and scalability of cloud and tooling platforms. Support the successful delivery of major transformation programmes and cloud initiatives. Manage technology suppliers and strategic delivery partners. Own governance, service performance, risk management and compliance across the function. Manage budgets, resource planning and cloud cost optimisation activities. Core technologies: Microsoft Azure Terraform Jenkins GitLab CI/CD Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Platform Engineering DevOps Tooling & Automation Cloud Operations Requirements: Extensive experience leading DevOps, Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering or Infrastructure teams within large enterprise environments. Deep understanding of Azure cloud technologies and cloud-native operating models. Proven experience delivering CI/CD, automation and Infrastructure as Code initiatives at scale. Experience leading geographically distributed teams and managing third-party suppliers. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior business and technology leaders. Experience supporting large-scale cloud transformation, modernisation or platform engineering programmes. Azure, Agile or ITIL certifications would be advantageous. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on (url removed) . Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Head of DevOps & Platform Engineering London (Hybrid) £90,000 - £110,000 No Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with a leading enterprise organisation undergoing significant investment in cloud, automation and platform engineering capabilities. As they continue to modernise their technology estate, they are seeking a Head of DevOps & Platform Engineering to lead the strategy, delivery and operational management of their DevOps and tooling function. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving DevOps best practice, platform reliability, automation and cloud optimisation across a large-scale technology environment. You'll lead geographically distributed teams, oversee critical tooling platforms, and play a key role in the successful delivery of major technology programmes. The successful candidate will define and execute the DevOps and Platform Engineering roadmap, ensuring the organisation continues to evolve its cloud, automation and CI/CD capabilities while maintaining operational excellence across critical technology platforms. Key responsibilities: Define and deliver the DevOps and Platform Engineering strategy. Lead DevOps, Platform Engineering and Automation teams across the UK and offshore locations. Drive adoption of CI/CD best practices, Infrastructure as Code and automation-first principles. Oversee the availability, performance, security and scalability of cloud and tooling platforms. Support the successful delivery of major transformation programmes and cloud initiatives. Manage technology suppliers and strategic delivery partners. Own governance, service performance, risk management and compliance across the function. Manage budgets, resource planning and cloud cost optimisation activities. Core technologies: Microsoft Azure Terraform Jenkins GitLab CI/CD Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Platform Engineering DevOps Tooling & Automation Cloud Operations Requirements: Extensive experience leading DevOps, Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering or Infrastructure teams within large enterprise environments. Deep understanding of Azure cloud technologies and cloud-native operating models. Proven experience delivering CI/CD, automation and Infrastructure as Code initiatives at scale. Experience leading geographically distributed teams and managing third-party suppliers. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior business and technology leaders. Experience supporting large-scale cloud transformation, modernisation or platform engineering programmes. Azure, Agile or ITIL certifications would be advantageous. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on (url removed) . Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment.
Morgan Law are delighted to be supporting the Royal Parks (TRP) with the recruitment of their Senior Information Governance Manager. BACKGROUND The Senior Information Governance Manager will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Information Governance across The Royal Parks. You will ensure that TRP manages its information responsibly, lawfully, securely and proportionately across both digital and paper records. The role will be part of One IT, providing specialist guidance on how information is created, stored, accessed, retained, disposed of, monitored and assured. The role will support TRP in moving from reactive information handling to a more structured, accountable and mature model of information ownership. MAIN DUTIES Lead on effective information governance practices directly reporting to the Head of IT. You will ensure there is clear oversight and accountability across data protection, records management and freedom of information, data breach management, data governance and information security. Act as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for TRP, utilising, where necessary, knowledge from the Data Protection Compliance Manager who works part time. Work as part of One IT to define and embed clear guidance on the storage, classification, retention and monitoring of digital information. Line manage the Records Manager and ensure that records management activity is aligned with TRP's wider Information Governance priorities. Develop and maintain a clear model for data and information ownership across TRP. Oversee and support with the development and delivery of information governance training programmes and guidance to all our employees, collaborating with your team to do this. Lead and oversee TRP's approach to Freedom of Information requests, Environmental Information Regulations requests and Data Subject Access Requests. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act, Environmental Information Regulations and related Information Governance obligations. Experience of managing or supporting FOI, EIR and DSAR processes. Experience of developing and implementing records management arrangements across paper and digital records. Good understanding of retention schedules, information lifecycle management, data ownership and information asset management. Experience of supporting DPIAs, privacy notices, data sharing arrangements, supplier due diligence and data processing agreements. Ability to provide pragmatic, risk based advice to senior managers and operational teams.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Morgan Law are delighted to be supporting the Royal Parks (TRP) with the recruitment of their Senior Information Governance Manager. BACKGROUND The Senior Information Governance Manager will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Information Governance across The Royal Parks. You will ensure that TRP manages its information responsibly, lawfully, securely and proportionately across both digital and paper records. The role will be part of One IT, providing specialist guidance on how information is created, stored, accessed, retained, disposed of, monitored and assured. The role will support TRP in moving from reactive information handling to a more structured, accountable and mature model of information ownership. MAIN DUTIES Lead on effective information governance practices directly reporting to the Head of IT. You will ensure there is clear oversight and accountability across data protection, records management and freedom of information, data breach management, data governance and information security. Act as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for TRP, utilising, where necessary, knowledge from the Data Protection Compliance Manager who works part time. Work as part of One IT to define and embed clear guidance on the storage, classification, retention and monitoring of digital information. Line manage the Records Manager and ensure that records management activity is aligned with TRP's wider Information Governance priorities. Develop and maintain a clear model for data and information ownership across TRP. Oversee and support with the development and delivery of information governance training programmes and guidance to all our employees, collaborating with your team to do this. Lead and oversee TRP's approach to Freedom of Information requests, Environmental Information Regulations requests and Data Subject Access Requests. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act, Environmental Information Regulations and related Information Governance obligations. Experience of managing or supporting FOI, EIR and DSAR processes. Experience of developing and implementing records management arrangements across paper and digital records. Good understanding of retention schedules, information lifecycle management, data ownership and information asset management. Experience of supporting DPIAs, privacy notices, data sharing arrangements, supplier due diligence and data processing agreements. Ability to provide pragmatic, risk based advice to senior managers and operational teams.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance Advisory Manager to join a growing banking organisation, reporting directly to the Head of Compliance Oversight on 12-month fixed term contract. This role offers the chance to play a key part in maintaining a strong compliance culture while ensuring adherence to FCA, PRA and wider regulatory requirements across UK Retail and Corporate Banking operations. As Compliance Manager, you will provide expert regulatory guidance to business stakeholders, oversee regulatory reporting, support regulatory change initiatives, conduct horizon scanning, and assist in delivering the annual Compliance Plan. You will review policies, procedures, financial promotions, and governance frameworks, while supporting senior management, committees and regulatory engagement activities. The role also includes compliance monitoring, risk assessment, staff training, management information reporting and supporting cross-border business activities. Role: Banking Compliance manager, Regulatory Compliance Manager, Senior Compliance Officer, Banking Compliance Manager, Compliance & Risk Manager Salary: £75k-£80k Plus plus discretionary bonus and great benefits including 12.5% pension Location: Central London 1 day a week work from home We are seeking a proactive compliance professional with at least five years experience within a UK banking or financial services compliance function. You will possess strong knowledge of FCA and PRA regulations, governance, conduct risk, complaints handling, regulatory reporting and policy development. The ability to interpret complex regulations, influence stakeholders, manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with senior leaders is essential. Sound like something you are keen to be involved in? CLICK APPLY and send through a copy of a CV.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance Advisory Manager to join a growing banking organisation, reporting directly to the Head of Compliance Oversight on 12-month fixed term contract. This role offers the chance to play a key part in maintaining a strong compliance culture while ensuring adherence to FCA, PRA and wider regulatory requirements across UK Retail and Corporate Banking operations. As Compliance Manager, you will provide expert regulatory guidance to business stakeholders, oversee regulatory reporting, support regulatory change initiatives, conduct horizon scanning, and assist in delivering the annual Compliance Plan. You will review policies, procedures, financial promotions, and governance frameworks, while supporting senior management, committees and regulatory engagement activities. The role also includes compliance monitoring, risk assessment, staff training, management information reporting and supporting cross-border business activities. Role: Banking Compliance manager, Regulatory Compliance Manager, Senior Compliance Officer, Banking Compliance Manager, Compliance & Risk Manager Salary: £75k-£80k Plus plus discretionary bonus and great benefits including 12.5% pension Location: Central London 1 day a week work from home We are seeking a proactive compliance professional with at least five years experience within a UK banking or financial services compliance function. You will possess strong knowledge of FCA and PRA regulations, governance, conduct risk, complaints handling, regulatory reporting and policy development. The ability to interpret complex regulations, influence stakeholders, manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with senior leaders is essential. Sound like something you are keen to be involved in? CLICK APPLY and send through a copy of a CV.
We are working with a public sector organisation who are looking for a Programme Control Officer to provide hands-on programme support within a live, well-governed infrastructure programme, focusing on maintaining delivery cadence, ensuring high-quality programme controls and reducing administrative overhead for the Programme Manager and Project Managers. The role is focused on operating and enforcing established governance, with particular emphasis on RAID discipline, meeting effectiveness and proactive stakeholder coordination. Duration: Initially 3 months (extendable) Location: Primarily remote with occasional on-site attendance as required in Birmingham Day Rate: 300/day plus agency fees Start Date: ASAP KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Governance & Delivery Support Support established governance forums (not set-up), including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking and action tracking Attend Programme Manager and Project Manager meetings to capture key outputs, risks and actions Ensure governance cadence is maintained and adhered to across all workstreams Proactively follow up on actions and ensure timely completion RAID & Programme Controls (Critical Focus Area) Own the maintenance and quality assurance of the programme-level RAID log and action trackers Ensure all RAID entries are up to date, clearly articulated, and decision-ready Work closely with PMs to ensure consistent quality and structure of RAID inputs Challenge vague or incomplete entries and enforce quality standards Proactively drive RAID updates across PMs, ensuring no gaps in weekly governance inputs Track and manage dependencies across projects and workstreams Reporting & Tracking Consolidate PM inputs into programme-level reporting (highlight reports, dashboards) for the Programme Manager Maintain and manage existing Excel-based trackers ensuring accuracy and completeness Track delivery progress against milestones and highlight risks to delivery Meeting & Coordination Support Provide direct support to 1 Programme Manager (main) and 2 Project Managers Take high-quality minutes (AI-assisted where appropriate, but reviewed and cleansed) Act as a central coordination point across delivery teams and SMEs Ensure timely submission of governance inputs Artefact & Document Management Maintain SharePoint and ensure artefacts are current, structured and version-controlled Manage storage and accessibility of key programme documentation RAID OPERATING MODEL (EXPECTATION OF THE ROLE) The PCO/PSO will be responsible for running RAID as a disciplined weekly control process, not just maintaining the log. Ownership Model Project Managers (PMs): Own RAID content (risks, issues, mitigations, updates) PCO / PSO: Own RAID management, quality, and governance discipline Weekly Cadence Pre-governance: Chase PM updates Review and challenge RAID entries Ensure entries are complete and coherent Ensure established governance is consistently applied, and adapt processes where required to support delivery Governance meetings: Capture updates, decisions, and escalations Ensure key RAID items are clearly presented Post-governance: Update RAID logs and trackers Track actions and follow-ups Escalate gaps or non-compliance Expectation Maintain a single version of truth at programme level Ensure RAID is accurate, current, and actionable Drive consistency and proactive management across all workstreams SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Strong experience as a PCO / PSO within large IT infrastructure or transformation programmes Proven experience supporting Programme Managers and multiple Project Managers directly Strong understanding of RAID management as a governance discipline Strong Excel skills (comfortable managing and maintaining complex trackers) Experience working within established governance structures (delivery phase, not just setup) Ability to operate in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE Infrastructure, cloud, or security programme exposure Public sector or highly governed environment experience Familiarity with PRINCE2, MSP, or similar frameworks DELIVERABLES Accurate and high-quality programme RAID logs and trackers Governance packs (agenda, minutes, actions) Weekly reporting inputs and dashboards Maintained and reliable programme artefacts and trackers What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
We are working with a public sector organisation who are looking for a Programme Control Officer to provide hands-on programme support within a live, well-governed infrastructure programme, focusing on maintaining delivery cadence, ensuring high-quality programme controls and reducing administrative overhead for the Programme Manager and Project Managers. The role is focused on operating and enforcing established governance, with particular emphasis on RAID discipline, meeting effectiveness and proactive stakeholder coordination. Duration: Initially 3 months (extendable) Location: Primarily remote with occasional on-site attendance as required in Birmingham Day Rate: 300/day plus agency fees Start Date: ASAP KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Governance & Delivery Support Support established governance forums (not set-up), including scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking and action tracking Attend Programme Manager and Project Manager meetings to capture key outputs, risks and actions Ensure governance cadence is maintained and adhered to across all workstreams Proactively follow up on actions and ensure timely completion RAID & Programme Controls (Critical Focus Area) Own the maintenance and quality assurance of the programme-level RAID log and action trackers Ensure all RAID entries are up to date, clearly articulated, and decision-ready Work closely with PMs to ensure consistent quality and structure of RAID inputs Challenge vague or incomplete entries and enforce quality standards Proactively drive RAID updates across PMs, ensuring no gaps in weekly governance inputs Track and manage dependencies across projects and workstreams Reporting & Tracking Consolidate PM inputs into programme-level reporting (highlight reports, dashboards) for the Programme Manager Maintain and manage existing Excel-based trackers ensuring accuracy and completeness Track delivery progress against milestones and highlight risks to delivery Meeting & Coordination Support Provide direct support to 1 Programme Manager (main) and 2 Project Managers Take high-quality minutes (AI-assisted where appropriate, but reviewed and cleansed) Act as a central coordination point across delivery teams and SMEs Ensure timely submission of governance inputs Artefact & Document Management Maintain SharePoint and ensure artefacts are current, structured and version-controlled Manage storage and accessibility of key programme documentation RAID OPERATING MODEL (EXPECTATION OF THE ROLE) The PCO/PSO will be responsible for running RAID as a disciplined weekly control process, not just maintaining the log. Ownership Model Project Managers (PMs): Own RAID content (risks, issues, mitigations, updates) PCO / PSO: Own RAID management, quality, and governance discipline Weekly Cadence Pre-governance: Chase PM updates Review and challenge RAID entries Ensure entries are complete and coherent Ensure established governance is consistently applied, and adapt processes where required to support delivery Governance meetings: Capture updates, decisions, and escalations Ensure key RAID items are clearly presented Post-governance: Update RAID logs and trackers Track actions and follow-ups Escalate gaps or non-compliance Expectation Maintain a single version of truth at programme level Ensure RAID is accurate, current, and actionable Drive consistency and proactive management across all workstreams SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Strong experience as a PCO / PSO within large IT infrastructure or transformation programmes Proven experience supporting Programme Managers and multiple Project Managers directly Strong understanding of RAID management as a governance discipline Strong Excel skills (comfortable managing and maintaining complex trackers) Experience working within established governance structures (delivery phase, not just setup) Ability to operate in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE Infrastructure, cloud, or security programme exposure Public sector or highly governed environment experience Familiarity with PRINCE2, MSP, or similar frameworks DELIVERABLES Accurate and high-quality programme RAID logs and trackers Governance packs (agenda, minutes, actions) Weekly reporting inputs and dashboards Maintained and reliable programme artefacts and trackers What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Head of Taxation & Customs South Wales Competitive Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Full-Time Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Head of Taxation & Customs to lead a UK tax function during a significant period of business transformation and investment. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a strategic leadership position responsible for shaping tax strategy, optimising cash performance, managing tax risk and ensuring compliance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape. Leading a team of 10 tax professionals, including four direct reports, you will play a critical role in supporting major business transformation programmes, process optimisation initiatives and digital tax developments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded tax leader to influence business strategy at the highest level while driving operational excellence across direct and indirect taxation. Key Duties Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of tax specialists. Build a future-focused tax function aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Take overall accountability for all internal and external tax activities and deliverables. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and professional development. Develop and implement the UK tax strategy to support business growth and operational objectives. Manage the organisation's tax risk profile and ensure robust governance processes are maintained. Maintain strong working relationships with HMRC and other regulatory bodies. Lead Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance and tax governance frameworks. Oversee all UK tax compliance, reporting, forecasting and payment obligations. Support the business in navigating increasingly complex customs and international trade requirements. Requirements Extensive senior-level tax experience within a large corporate, multinational, manufacturing, industrial or complex business environment. Strong technical expertise across both direct and indirect taxation. Detailed knowledge of UK tax legislation and international tax frameworks. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic tax outcomes. Experience leading tax transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance compliance, risk management and business objectives. Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams. Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to navigate complex regulatory and organisational change. Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent) and/or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA). Professional membership with a recognised accounting or tax body. Degree-qualified or equivalent professional experience. What We Offer Competitive executive salary. Performance-related bonus. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to lead a critical function during a major period of business transformation and investment. Exposure to senior executive leadership and strategic decision-making. Opportunity to shape tax strategy within a complex and evolving organisation. Long-term career development and progression opportunities. Interested? If you are an experienced tax leader looking for a strategic senior leadership opportunity, apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for a confidential discussion. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Head of Taxation & Customs South Wales Competitive Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Full-Time Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Head of Taxation & Customs to lead a UK tax function during a significant period of business transformation and investment. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a strategic leadership position responsible for shaping tax strategy, optimising cash performance, managing tax risk and ensuring compliance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape. Leading a team of 10 tax professionals, including four direct reports, you will play a critical role in supporting major business transformation programmes, process optimisation initiatives and digital tax developments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded tax leader to influence business strategy at the highest level while driving operational excellence across direct and indirect taxation. Key Duties Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of tax specialists. Build a future-focused tax function aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Take overall accountability for all internal and external tax activities and deliverables. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and professional development. Develop and implement the UK tax strategy to support business growth and operational objectives. Manage the organisation's tax risk profile and ensure robust governance processes are maintained. Maintain strong working relationships with HMRC and other regulatory bodies. Lead Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance and tax governance frameworks. Oversee all UK tax compliance, reporting, forecasting and payment obligations. Support the business in navigating increasingly complex customs and international trade requirements. Requirements Extensive senior-level tax experience within a large corporate, multinational, manufacturing, industrial or complex business environment. Strong technical expertise across both direct and indirect taxation. Detailed knowledge of UK tax legislation and international tax frameworks. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic tax outcomes. Experience leading tax transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance compliance, risk management and business objectives. Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams. Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to navigate complex regulatory and organisational change. Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent) and/or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA). Professional membership with a recognised accounting or tax body. Degree-qualified or equivalent professional experience. What We Offer Competitive executive salary. Performance-related bonus. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to lead a critical function during a major period of business transformation and investment. Exposure to senior executive leadership and strategic decision-making. Opportunity to shape tax strategy within a complex and evolving organisation. Long-term career development and progression opportunities. Interested? If you are an experienced tax leader looking for a strategic senior leadership opportunity, apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for a confidential discussion. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Head of Operations - Permanent - West Midlands - Hybrid - £58,000 per annum + benefits Your new company You will be joining an established organisation operating within the not-for-profit sector, with a strong presence across the West Midlands. The organisation has demonstrated consistent growth and development, underpinned by a clear strategic direction and a focus on delivering sustainable, high-quality services. Your new role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Operations to join a senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and operating as a key member of the Executive Management Team, you will be accountable for the day-to-day delivery, performance and quality of services across the organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining strategic influence with operational accountability, ensuring services are delivered in line with organisational standards while meeting all regulatory, contractual and legislative requirements. You will play a key role in driving operational performance and aligning service delivery to wider organisational priorities and future growth plans. Key responsibilities include: Provide clear and effective leadership to operational teams and senior managersOversee the delivery of services across multiple locations, ensuring consistency, quality and complianceEnsure adherence to regulatory frameworks, safeguarding requirements and contractual obligationsTake a lead role in engagement with regulators, including oversight of reporting and notificationsMonitor performance, including analysis of incidents, trends and service data, driving continuous improvementManage and oversee budgets and resources, ensuring financial sustainability without compromising qualityWork closely with commissioners, local authorities and external partners to maintain and develop relationshipsIdentify emerging sector trends, policy changes and opportunities to inform operational and strategic directionContribute to the delivery of the organisation's strategic plan, growth and development activity, including supporting new opportunities and tendersPlay an active role in governance, including preparing reports and providing assurance to Board levelCollaborate with wider leadership teams, including HR, Quality and Development functions, to ensure a joined-up approach to service deliveryEnsure effective workforce practices, including recruitment, development, performance management and staff wellbeingSupport a responsive on-call and operational oversight function where required What you'll need to succeed You will be an established senior leader within a regulated care environment, with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally in a complex setting.You will demonstrate:Significant experience within the care sector, including supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needsA proven track record of operating at senior leadership or executive levelStrong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, safeguarding, and best practice standardsExperience managing multi-site services and operational teamsThe ability to lead service improvement, manage risk and deliver against organisational objectivesExperience working with commissioners, local authorities and key stakeholdersStrong financial and resource management capabilityExcellent communication, influencing and decision-making skillsA Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care and/or ManagementA full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly What you'll get in return A senior strategic leadership role with significant organisational impactOpportunity to contribute to long-term planning, service development and growthA collaborative Executive team environmentFlexible, hybrid working arrangementsCompetitive salary and benefits package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Head of Operations - Permanent - West Midlands - Hybrid - £58,000 per annum + benefits Your new company You will be joining an established organisation operating within the not-for-profit sector, with a strong presence across the West Midlands. The organisation has demonstrated consistent growth and development, underpinned by a clear strategic direction and a focus on delivering sustainable, high-quality services. Your new role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Operations to join a senior leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and operating as a key member of the Executive Management Team, you will be accountable for the day-to-day delivery, performance and quality of services across the organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining strategic influence with operational accountability, ensuring services are delivered in line with organisational standards while meeting all regulatory, contractual and legislative requirements. You will play a key role in driving operational performance and aligning service delivery to wider organisational priorities and future growth plans. Key responsibilities include: Provide clear and effective leadership to operational teams and senior managersOversee the delivery of services across multiple locations, ensuring consistency, quality and complianceEnsure adherence to regulatory frameworks, safeguarding requirements and contractual obligationsTake a lead role in engagement with regulators, including oversight of reporting and notificationsMonitor performance, including analysis of incidents, trends and service data, driving continuous improvementManage and oversee budgets and resources, ensuring financial sustainability without compromising qualityWork closely with commissioners, local authorities and external partners to maintain and develop relationshipsIdentify emerging sector trends, policy changes and opportunities to inform operational and strategic directionContribute to the delivery of the organisation's strategic plan, growth and development activity, including supporting new opportunities and tendersPlay an active role in governance, including preparing reports and providing assurance to Board levelCollaborate with wider leadership teams, including HR, Quality and Development functions, to ensure a joined-up approach to service deliveryEnsure effective workforce practices, including recruitment, development, performance management and staff wellbeingSupport a responsive on-call and operational oversight function where required What you'll need to succeed You will be an established senior leader within a regulated care environment, with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally in a complex setting.You will demonstrate:Significant experience within the care sector, including supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needsA proven track record of operating at senior leadership or executive levelStrong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, safeguarding, and best practice standardsExperience managing multi-site services and operational teamsThe ability to lead service improvement, manage risk and deliver against organisational objectivesExperience working with commissioners, local authorities and key stakeholdersStrong financial and resource management capabilityExcellent communication, influencing and decision-making skillsA Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care and/or ManagementA full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly What you'll get in return A senior strategic leadership role with significant organisational impactOpportunity to contribute to long-term planning, service development and growthA collaborative Executive team environmentFlexible, hybrid working arrangementsCompetitive salary and benefits package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Trade Finance Specialist London/Hybrid 6 months Day rate 500 via Umbrella Company Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are seeking an experience Trade Finance Specialist to join the team on an initial 6 month contract with the potential for extension. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2-3 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Purpose of the Job The role is within the product development & governance team of GTFD including to provide support on marketing activities, structuring of new business, execution of transactions in line the organisations Transaction Banking Strategy and GTFD's objectives Working closely with other stakeholders across EMEA, including GTFD sales, GTBD team (plus other coverage teams), middle and back officer in EMEA relating to Trade and Cash initiatives. The role requires all type of trade finance and transaction banking product knowledge including origination & execution skill. The role also requires strong communication skills as there are various interfaces both within the wider organisation locally, across EMEA and globally as well as externally including client facing dealing including marketing. The role expects the individual will provide product expertise to country and regional sales teams and support implementation of trade finance products to contribute to achievement of revenue and ROE. The role will work with other PDG teams and GTFD Sales Team and GTBD team on trade finance product and transaction banking product standardization/ governance and delivery models consistent with the organisations policies and guidelines with coordination and ongoing communication with key internal stakeholders. Accountabilities/Responsibilities Contribution to GTFD/GTBD's Trade and Cash initiatives. Implement efficiently EMEA product strategy, based upon knowledge of client needs, the competitive environment, operational & credit risk, technology, compliance, and regulations, under leadership of Head of PDG Commercialisation, Head of PDG and Regional GTFD management. Understand and assist in credit modelling to develop appropriate credit modelling for trade finance products (including building LGD, CCF, etc model for submission to CIPD Credit and Planning colleagues internally and, following agreement, presenting to JFSA), product research and development for all trade finance related client needs; collaborate with customers to deliver incremental, breakthrough and transformational innovation particularly around fintech space. Assist the implementation of products and channels end-to-end for EMEA. Work closely with operations, transaction management (SPCU) and product sales teams to set up standard operating procedures (SOPs) including process maps, product library, etc. Ensure that the EMEA product portfolio view has a strong profitability and capital focus, assisting the business in driving appropriate capital allocations for trade finance products. Collaborate with frontline sales and specialist teams for the commercialization of new and existing trade finance products. Manage results against the team KPI's. Be a strong key stakeholder engagement and teamwork. Support the GTFD Sales Team to deliver and execute transactions Knowledge, Skills, and Experience 5 years or more experience in a trade finance business would be an advantage. Working knowledge of the products and developments within trade finance products. Passion for client; strong "client first" attitude, commercial drive and "hands on" working style. Passion for innovation; thorough understanding of new technologies, trade-related IT systems and project management. Knowledge of managing product profitability (margins, capital, total cost of ownership). Understanding of the key jurisdictional differences across the key trade markets. Good communication to promote trade finance business internally and externally. Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Jun 22, 2026
Contractor
Trade Finance Specialist London/Hybrid 6 months Day rate 500 via Umbrella Company Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are seeking an experience Trade Finance Specialist to join the team on an initial 6 month contract with the potential for extension. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2-3 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. Purpose of the Job The role is within the product development & governance team of GTFD including to provide support on marketing activities, structuring of new business, execution of transactions in line the organisations Transaction Banking Strategy and GTFD's objectives Working closely with other stakeholders across EMEA, including GTFD sales, GTBD team (plus other coverage teams), middle and back officer in EMEA relating to Trade and Cash initiatives. The role requires all type of trade finance and transaction banking product knowledge including origination & execution skill. The role also requires strong communication skills as there are various interfaces both within the wider organisation locally, across EMEA and globally as well as externally including client facing dealing including marketing. The role expects the individual will provide product expertise to country and regional sales teams and support implementation of trade finance products to contribute to achievement of revenue and ROE. The role will work with other PDG teams and GTFD Sales Team and GTBD team on trade finance product and transaction banking product standardization/ governance and delivery models consistent with the organisations policies and guidelines with coordination and ongoing communication with key internal stakeholders. Accountabilities/Responsibilities Contribution to GTFD/GTBD's Trade and Cash initiatives. Implement efficiently EMEA product strategy, based upon knowledge of client needs, the competitive environment, operational & credit risk, technology, compliance, and regulations, under leadership of Head of PDG Commercialisation, Head of PDG and Regional GTFD management. Understand and assist in credit modelling to develop appropriate credit modelling for trade finance products (including building LGD, CCF, etc model for submission to CIPD Credit and Planning colleagues internally and, following agreement, presenting to JFSA), product research and development for all trade finance related client needs; collaborate with customers to deliver incremental, breakthrough and transformational innovation particularly around fintech space. Assist the implementation of products and channels end-to-end for EMEA. Work closely with operations, transaction management (SPCU) and product sales teams to set up standard operating procedures (SOPs) including process maps, product library, etc. Ensure that the EMEA product portfolio view has a strong profitability and capital focus, assisting the business in driving appropriate capital allocations for trade finance products. Collaborate with frontline sales and specialist teams for the commercialization of new and existing trade finance products. Manage results against the team KPI's. Be a strong key stakeholder engagement and teamwork. Support the GTFD Sales Team to deliver and execute transactions Knowledge, Skills, and Experience 5 years or more experience in a trade finance business would be an advantage. Working knowledge of the products and developments within trade finance products. Passion for client; strong "client first" attitude, commercial drive and "hands on" working style. Passion for innovation; thorough understanding of new technologies, trade-related IT systems and project management. Knowledge of managing product profitability (margins, capital, total cost of ownership). Understanding of the key jurisdictional differences across the key trade markets. Good communication to promote trade finance business internally and externally. Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Carnforth, Lancashire
Environmental Manager About Our Client Our client is a Health and Safety Consultancy and have been working in the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental industry for over 18 years covering many different sectors. They have a diverse range of clients, and pride themselves on providing a first-class service. They look after organisations and businesses of any shape and size, and offer practical and innovative solutions keeping them safe, compliant and profitable. They are looking for a proactive and highly skilled Environmental Manager to join the STEP fusion programme, responsible for embedding Design for Environment (DfE) and environmental excellence into the development of a first of a kind fusion power plant. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Assurance, the role ensures environmental considerations are proactively integrated into engineering, design, programme governance, and delivery decision making. The postholder will provide authoritative environmental leadership shaping solutions that minimise environmental impact across the full lifecycle, from concept design through to decommissioning. What Our Client Can Offer You: Permanent Full-Time Location: Based at West Burton or Culham Opportunity to play a key role in improving the safety of the UK rail network Professional development pathways and support toward Chartership Flexible working arrangements where applicable A collaborative and safety first working culture Pay: £80,000 to £90,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday with requirement to travel between sites Benefits: Car Allowance On-site parking Company events Company pension Private medical insurance Staff Wellbeing Day each year Additional days leave for your birthday Sick Pay (after qualifying period) Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and continual refinement of the STEP Environmental Case, ensuring alignment with design maturity and regulatory expectations. Embed DfE principles into engineering workflows, design reviews, requirements management, and system level decision making. Lead environmental hazard identification (ENVIDs), influence mitigation strategies, and champion opportunities for environmental enhancement. Direct environmental modelling, lifecycle impact assessments, and Best Available Techniques (BAT) evaluations for key systems. Ensure compliance with UKAEA environmental governance, environmental legislation, and emerging fusion specific regulatory frameworks. Act as the primary environmental interface with engineering teams, programme leadership, regulators, and external stakeholders. Develop, track, and report environmental KPIs, ensuring environmental performance informs programme level decisions. Lead the preparation of EIA scoping inputs, ensuring timely, technically robust contributions to the planning and consenting process. Environmental Competence Requirements: Demonstrable experience in Lifecycle Assessment (LCA), carbon modelling, materials impact analysis, and end of life planning. Strong working knowledge of BAT principles, justification processes, and application in regulated or novel technology environments. Skilled in ENVID facilitation, environmental risk assessment, and integration of findings into engineering assurance. Deep understanding of UK environmental law, EIA Regulations, environmental permitting, and compliance frameworks. Ability to interpret, challenge, and apply environmental modelling outputs (emissions, waste, water, ecology). Competence in circular economy principles, resource efficiency, waste minimisation, and sustainable materials selection. Experience working within structured environmental governance environments, ideally in nuclear, energy, defence, or other highly regulated sectors. Our client offers more than just a role they provide a supportive environment where expertise is respected, development is encouraged, and high performance is recognised. If you re a proactive, confident Health and Safety professional looking to play a pivotal role in shaping safe, compliant, and high-performing project environments, they would love to hear from you. Apply now! To help our client place the right people in the right roles, all applicants are invited to complete a short questionnaire as part of the application process.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Environmental Manager About Our Client Our client is a Health and Safety Consultancy and have been working in the Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental industry for over 18 years covering many different sectors. They have a diverse range of clients, and pride themselves on providing a first-class service. They look after organisations and businesses of any shape and size, and offer practical and innovative solutions keeping them safe, compliant and profitable. They are looking for a proactive and highly skilled Environmental Manager to join the STEP fusion programme, responsible for embedding Design for Environment (DfE) and environmental excellence into the development of a first of a kind fusion power plant. Reporting to the Head of Engineering Assurance, the role ensures environmental considerations are proactively integrated into engineering, design, programme governance, and delivery decision making. The postholder will provide authoritative environmental leadership shaping solutions that minimise environmental impact across the full lifecycle, from concept design through to decommissioning. What Our Client Can Offer You: Permanent Full-Time Location: Based at West Burton or Culham Opportunity to play a key role in improving the safety of the UK rail network Professional development pathways and support toward Chartership Flexible working arrangements where applicable A collaborative and safety first working culture Pay: £80,000 to £90,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday with requirement to travel between sites Benefits: Car Allowance On-site parking Company events Company pension Private medical insurance Staff Wellbeing Day each year Additional days leave for your birthday Sick Pay (after qualifying period) Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and continual refinement of the STEP Environmental Case, ensuring alignment with design maturity and regulatory expectations. Embed DfE principles into engineering workflows, design reviews, requirements management, and system level decision making. Lead environmental hazard identification (ENVIDs), influence mitigation strategies, and champion opportunities for environmental enhancement. Direct environmental modelling, lifecycle impact assessments, and Best Available Techniques (BAT) evaluations for key systems. Ensure compliance with UKAEA environmental governance, environmental legislation, and emerging fusion specific regulatory frameworks. Act as the primary environmental interface with engineering teams, programme leadership, regulators, and external stakeholders. Develop, track, and report environmental KPIs, ensuring environmental performance informs programme level decisions. Lead the preparation of EIA scoping inputs, ensuring timely, technically robust contributions to the planning and consenting process. Environmental Competence Requirements: Demonstrable experience in Lifecycle Assessment (LCA), carbon modelling, materials impact analysis, and end of life planning. Strong working knowledge of BAT principles, justification processes, and application in regulated or novel technology environments. Skilled in ENVID facilitation, environmental risk assessment, and integration of findings into engineering assurance. Deep understanding of UK environmental law, EIA Regulations, environmental permitting, and compliance frameworks. Ability to interpret, challenge, and apply environmental modelling outputs (emissions, waste, water, ecology). Competence in circular economy principles, resource efficiency, waste minimisation, and sustainable materials selection. Experience working within structured environmental governance environments, ideally in nuclear, energy, defence, or other highly regulated sectors. Our client offers more than just a role they provide a supportive environment where expertise is respected, development is encouraged, and high performance is recognised. If you re a proactive, confident Health and Safety professional looking to play a pivotal role in shaping safe, compliant, and high-performing project environments, they would love to hear from you. Apply now! To help our client place the right people in the right roles, all applicants are invited to complete a short questionnaire as part of the application process.
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, Renfrewshire
Professional Services Paisley Campus Head of Registry Salary: SS1, £73,709 - £82,533 per annum (with appointment on a spot salary basis) Full time: 35 hours per week Fixed Term: 18 months This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If requiring visa sponsorship, the successful applicant will also need to meet a range of individual criteria to satisfy Home Office requirements. If the role is offered on a part-time basis, this might also affect eligibility. Applicants are encouraged to individually assess whether they may be eligible for visa sponsorship prior to applying. More information on eligibility can be found on the Government website. THE POST - Head of Registry The Head of Registry provides strategic leadership for all Registry services at UWS, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, high-quality and student-centred service. This senior role oversees key operational areas including enrolment, student records, examinations and assessment, timetabling, and statutory returns. The post holder will drive continuous improvement across Registry functions, leading service redesign where necessary and embedding sector best practice and digital innovation to enhance efficiency, compliance, and the overall student experience. Leading a high-performing team, the Head of Registry will foster a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, setting clear objectives and ensuring delivery to agreed standards and deadlines. The role also carries responsibility for ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, managing risk, and maintaining robust governance frameworks. Acting as a key institutional representative, the post holder will also play a pivotal role in shaping policy and supporting academic quality processes. The successful candidate should have the following: A first degree or equivalent professional experience A higher degree/postgraduate qualification, relevant professional qualification, or equivalent senior-level experience Demonstrated leadership of design and delivery of high quality, student-centred services Expert knowledge of student and academic administration within UK Higher Education, including policy and process development, and operational leadership Strong experience, alongside a strategic understanding and knowledge, of national HE and institutional issues relating to educational quality and administration. Experience of managing significant budgets, including delivering strategic change with financial efficiencies. Experience of leading and managing directly or indirectly large teams of people. Proven record of leading complex change projects and delivering measurable improvements. ABOUT US The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses. With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings) Our professional services teams are the backbone of UWS, providing robust and innovative solutions to support the vast range of work across learning and teaching, and research and innovation. You will join a supportive and dedicated team, playing a key role in a range of work that will help drive forward our ambition to deliver world-leading research, and graduates who will design, shape and build a new future. We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays An additional days leave on your birthday Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers Fitness facilities across our campuses Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme Professional, career and research development opportunities. Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided). The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged. You can find out more about how the University uses your personal data as part of the recruitment process by looking at the UWS HR Applicant Privacy Notice UWS are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant. UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer. University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520
Jun 22, 2026
Seasonal
Professional Services Paisley Campus Head of Registry Salary: SS1, £73,709 - £82,533 per annum (with appointment on a spot salary basis) Full time: 35 hours per week Fixed Term: 18 months This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If requiring visa sponsorship, the successful applicant will also need to meet a range of individual criteria to satisfy Home Office requirements. If the role is offered on a part-time basis, this might also affect eligibility. Applicants are encouraged to individually assess whether they may be eligible for visa sponsorship prior to applying. More information on eligibility can be found on the Government website. THE POST - Head of Registry The Head of Registry provides strategic leadership for all Registry services at UWS, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, high-quality and student-centred service. This senior role oversees key operational areas including enrolment, student records, examinations and assessment, timetabling, and statutory returns. The post holder will drive continuous improvement across Registry functions, leading service redesign where necessary and embedding sector best practice and digital innovation to enhance efficiency, compliance, and the overall student experience. Leading a high-performing team, the Head of Registry will foster a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, setting clear objectives and ensuring delivery to agreed standards and deadlines. The role also carries responsibility for ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, managing risk, and maintaining robust governance frameworks. Acting as a key institutional representative, the post holder will also play a pivotal role in shaping policy and supporting academic quality processes. The successful candidate should have the following: A first degree or equivalent professional experience A higher degree/postgraduate qualification, relevant professional qualification, or equivalent senior-level experience Demonstrated leadership of design and delivery of high quality, student-centred services Expert knowledge of student and academic administration within UK Higher Education, including policy and process development, and operational leadership Strong experience, alongside a strategic understanding and knowledge, of national HE and institutional issues relating to educational quality and administration. Experience of managing significant budgets, including delivering strategic change with financial efficiencies. Experience of leading and managing directly or indirectly large teams of people. Proven record of leading complex change projects and delivering measurable improvements. ABOUT US The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses. With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings) Our professional services teams are the backbone of UWS, providing robust and innovative solutions to support the vast range of work across learning and teaching, and research and innovation. You will join a supportive and dedicated team, playing a key role in a range of work that will help drive forward our ambition to deliver world-leading research, and graduates who will design, shape and build a new future. We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays An additional days leave on your birthday Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers Fitness facilities across our campuses Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme Professional, career and research development opportunities. Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception, where evidence would need to be provided). The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged. You can find out more about how the University uses your personal data as part of the recruitment process by looking at the UWS HR Applicant Privacy Notice UWS are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant. UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer. University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520
