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Infrastructure Engineers (DV Security Clearance ) Position Description At CGI, we partner with Defence clients to deliver critical data exploitation capabilities that strengthen national security and enable smarter, faster decision-making. As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting secure, resilient platforms while guiding the migration of legacy services to MOD core cloud infrastructure. Working alongside senior client stakeholders, you will provide trusted technical insight, mitigate risk, and drive value across complex programmes. We empower you to take ownership of high-impact challenges, bring fresh thinking to complex problems, and collaborate within a supportive, expert-led environment where your contribution directly influences mission success. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor within a client-side Defence environment, providing infrastructure expertise that ensures the successful delivery of secure, mission-critical capabilities. You will support legacy platforms while enabling their migration to MOD core cloud infrastructure, helping to reduce risk and improve long-term resilience. Working closely with project managers, architects, cyber security specialists and service delivery teams, you will bring clarity to complex technical challenges and ensure engineering coherence across Agile delivery teams. You will take ownership of technical assurance activities, working with the client assurance lead to manage JSP 453 controls and support DEAB approvals, including achieving the appropriate authority to process. By collaborating with solution suppliers and senior stakeholders, you will drive value for money, unblock delivery challenges, and contribute to PI Planning to align infrastructure outcomes with programme objectives. Provide & Advise: Deliver expert technical insight to client stakeholders across infrastructure, cloud migration and legacy support Mitigate & Assure: Identify and resolve technical risks, leading JSP 453 control activities to support approvals and accreditation Collaborate & Align: Work with architects, Scrum Masters and suppliers to ensure engineering coherence across Agile teams Enable & Migrate: Support transition from legacy platforms to MOD core cloud infrastructure Engage & Influence: Contribute to PI Planning and proactively engage stakeholders to drive successful delivery Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed, you will bring strong infrastructure engineering experience within secure or Defence environments, combined with proven consultancy skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders. You will be comfortable navigating complex governance frameworks, supporting assurance processes, and influencing multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared outcomes. You should have strong experience in infrastructure engineering, ideally within MOD or secure government environments Proven knowledge of cloud migration and legacy platform support Experience working with assurance frameworks such as JSP 453 and supporting ATO/AtT/iATO processes Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability in conflict resolution and stakeholder management Strong team collaboration skills across technical and non-technical audiences Proactive engagement style with multiple stakeholders DV clearance (preferred) or willingness to undergo high-level clearance; must be a sole UK national and passport holder Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

An established and expanding organisation within the healthcare sector is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to support its next phase of growth. The business delivers a range of specialist services across multiple revenue streams and is continuing to scale, with new service lines launching in 2026 alongside further developments in the pipeline. The Role This is a key position within the finance function, offering a mix of hands-on responsibility and commercial involvement . You will oversee core financial operations while working closely with senior stakeholders to provide insight, improve processes and support strategic decision-making. The role offers strong exposure across the business and would suit someone who enjoys contributing beyond the numbers. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Production of monthly management accounts and supporting analysis Posting and reviewing journals including accruals and prepayments Maintaining accurate balance sheet reconciliations Managing the fixed asset register Analysing financial performance and highlighting key drivers Planning & Forecasting Leading budgeting and forecasting processes Preparing and maintaining cash flow forecasts Monitoring performance against budgets, investigating variances Providing financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Governance & Compliance Identifying risks and implementing improvements Acting as a key contact for audit activity Strengthening financial controls and processes Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and HMRC requirements Finance Operations Ensuring timely supplier payments Supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function Overseeing payroll processes in partnership with HR Team & Business Support Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team Building strong relationships across departments Driving process improvements and efficiencies Contributing to wider finance and business projects About You Experience in a Finance Manager or similar role Strong background in management accounting and reporting Commercially aware, with the ability to translate numbers into insight Analytical, organised and detail-oriented Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills Able to manage priorities effectively in a growing environment Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset Qualifications & Experience Essential: ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified Experience producing management accounts and financial reporting Exposure to budgeting, forecasting and balance sheet control Desirable: Experience with Xero or similar accounting systems Background within healthcare or service-led organisations Experience supporting or developing junior team members

Location London, London (region), TW9 4DU About the job Job summary Build and run the infrastructure behind the UK's digital record We're growing our Infrastructure team and looking for two engineers to join us as we expand. At The National Archives, infrastructure underpins how the UK's digital record is preserved and accessed. This is a hands-on role supporting the platforms behind digital archiving and public services - with a clear focus on reliability, security and service recovery. You'll be joining a well-established team, including Senior Engineers with deep experience, who actively support and share knowledge as the team grows. Job description • Build, support and improve infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments • Work across Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365 and core network and platform services • Act as a 2nd/3rd line escalation point for incidents and problems • Improve service reliability, performance and recovery • Contribute to change, delivery and continuous improvement • Infrastructure that supports long-term access and trust, not just short-term uptime • A strong focus on service resilience and recovery • A team environment where knowledge sharing and learning is expected • Space to develop your capability over time as the team grows Person specification An engineer ready to step into a broader, more complex environment Someone who wants to learn from experienced engineers and build depth over time Someone moving from reactive support into more ownership and improvement work Someone motivated by working on services that matter beyond the organisation This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. During the 1-year probation period, onsite presence is encouraged and advantageous (a minimum of 4 days in the office is required during the probation period). You will work a shared Saturday rota. This will equate to approximately one Saturday duty every month and this will be paid over-time. SC clearance/willingness to obtain SC clearance will be required for this role. This requires candidates to have been resident in the UK for at least the past three years. Please do not apply if you have been resident in the UK for less than three years as your application will be rejected. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Application process As part of your application, you will be asked to provide a summary of your relevant work history (what you have done and how you have developed your skills) and respond to a scenario-based question (how you think and approach problems) Your work history can include: • Formal roles in IT or infrastructure • Self-taught experience, home labs or personal projects • Training courses, certifications or evening study • Transferable experience from other roles where you have developed relevant technical or problem-solving skills We are interested in how you have built your capability, not just job titles. Important: Please be as clear as possible about what you have actually worked on or learned. Both elements of your application will be assessed against the essential criteria below: Essential criteria: Demonstrate a background and hands-on experience in building, configuring, administering, supporting and developing infrastructure solutions and services in a complex enterprise environment, including computing, storage, networking, physical infrastructure, software, commercial-off-the-shelf software (COTS), virtual and cloud computing and open-source packages and solutions. Proven track-record of developing infrastructure services and delivering projects to time and budget using structured project management techniques and methodologies to deliver high-quality, innovative, value for money services and systems Familiarity and competence with Microsoft technologies (On-premises and cloud) including Windows OS (client and server), Active Directory, Group Policy, Configuration Manager, Entra ID and Intune A good working knowledge of information security processes and government security policy and practice and of implementing security controls such as IPS, firewall, proxy and management and monitoring services to mitigate security threats Critical thinking and problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems logically and independently using techniques to identify root cause Demonstrate awareness of the scripting tools and software that are available to support the deployment and management of IT infrastructure components Excellent verbal and written communication skills: proven ability to communicate technical issues clearly and concisely to both technical and non-expert audiences and providing technical assurance to projects and developments; able to produce clear and accurate documentation Interviews will be held on-site on Thursday 30th and Friday 31st July. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please visit the Civil Service Careers website where you can find further information on the use of AI in the application guidance section.

Location Existing CO staff can work in their original contractual work location. Existing Civil Servants working in all other departments can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. External candidates can work in Bristol, Glasgow or London only. About the job Job summary Cabinet Office Digital is the central directorate that serves the end-users of the 40+ business units that reside within the Cabinet Office. We are here to "Enable and Transform" the department through the provision of exemplary digital, data and technology services and the digital transformation of the organisation. Part of our mission is to secure the Cabinet Office's digital and information assets against misuse, and enable the secure delivery of the department's mission. We do this by developing, operating, and governing the cyber and information security controls which protect our nationwide internal IT infrastructure, as well as our high-profile citizen-facing digital services. Job description As a Senior Delivery Manager, you will sit at the centre of the cyber security team and work closely with the team, senior management and stakeholders across Cabinet Office to manage and coordinate delivery by: Ensuring the team is delivering against its mission and strategy, by tracking and reporting on progress, unlocking blockers, maintaining project management tools Creating a motivating, diverse, inclusive and supportive team culture that stimulates collaboration, and continuously improves ways of working Supporting people management, including coordinating recruitment, onboarding new joiners, and delivering activities to build and maintain a collaborative team culture You will also contribute to the team's growth and ongoing efficiency and effectiveness, by: Supporting financial and commercial management processes, including coordinating annual and monthly budgeting, working with Finance Business Partners to coordinate financial reporting, and working with Commercial Managers to coordinate procurement activities. Coordinating the response to Freedom of Information requests, parliamentary questions, and requests for information from other government departments (e.g., GSG). Being an advocate for the team's services to teams across the wider Cabinet Office, to raise awareness on cyber security risk and the services provided by the team that can help to manage this Supporting key procurement activities within the Cyber function. Coordinating JIRA dashboards across the function to assist with monthly reporting. Administration support for the Deputy Director. Person specification To succeed in this role, you need to: Be proactive and excited by problem-solving. Be motivated to create a culture of collaboration across the team. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) that you can apply with different types of stakeholders (e.g., customers, senior management, and technical/non-technical audiences). Be confident in applying Agile delivery methodologies. It's also desirable that you have: An understanding and interest for cyber security and digital services. An interest in Agile, seeking out good practices across the wider delivery management and Agile community. Knowledge of the Govassure process. Knowledge of how Security Operation centres work. Additional information: Cabinet Office policy is that a minimum 60% of your working time should be spent at your principal workplace. For some roles, due to their nature and the business need, this may be up to 100%. Requirements to attend other locations for official business will also count towards this level of attendance.

Location Leeds, London About the job Job summary Can you maintain project plans, schedules and delivery trackers? Do you enjoy building effective working relationships with stakeholders? Are you confident with digital tools to present information? If so, we'd love to hear from you! DfT is a high-profile department at the heart of UK government. We work with agencies and partners to support the transport network that helps businesses and gets people and goods travelling around the country. We plan and invest to make journeys better. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at DfTc Job description The Connectivity Tool programme delivers a digital platform that enables public bodies and built-environment professionals to analyse connectivity, transport access and spatial data to support policy development and investment decisions. As a Project Manager (HEO), you will work within a multidisciplinary digital delivery team to support the Senior Project Delivery Manager, Product Manager and Service Owner. You will be responsible for maintaining project controls, coordinating delivery activity, supporting Agile ways of working and ensuring governance processes are consistently followed. You will play a key role in enabling delivery at pace by owning core delivery processes, maintaining accurate delivery data, and ensuring transparency across the team. You will proactively identify risks and support the team in resolving them. You will also play an important role in supporting the Product Owner by managing backlog information, preparing sprint artefacts, organising user stories and ensuring high-quality product documentation is maintained. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Maintain project plans, schedules and delivery trackers for Connectivity Tools workstreams. Maintain RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies) and track mitigation actions, escalating issues where appropriate. Coordinate governance activities, including preparing papers, producing decision records and arranging meetings. Support financial tracking, procurement activity and resource coordination For further information on the role, please read the role profile which is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Qualifications: Knowledge of project delivery frameworks such as PRINCE2, APM or Agile methodologies or willing to work towards these qualifications. To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Strong organisational and coordination skills within a project or delivery environment. Experience supporting Agile delivery environments, including sprint cycles, stand-ups, retrospectives and backlog maintenance. Ability to support a Senior Project Delivery Manager by preparing delivery artefacts, managing documentation and maintaining accurate delivery information. Experience supporting governance, risk and issue management processes. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical audiences. Confidence using digital tools to gather, analyse and present delivery information Additional Information The successful candidate must either hold or be willing to work towards the Government Project Delivery Accreditation once in role. Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. The expectation at present is a minimum of 60% of your working time a month will be spent at either your designated workplace (one of the locations cited in the advert) or, when required for business reasons, in another office/work location/visiting stakeholders. Your designated workplace will be your contractual place of work. There may be occasions where you are required to attend above the minimum expectation. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. If you have a question about hybrid working, part time/job share hours, flexible working, travelling for work, or require a reasonable adjustment, please contact the Vacancy Holder during the recruitment process to avoid possible disappointment later in the process should your working arrangements not be compatible with the requirements of the role (see below for contact details). Visa Sponsorship DfTc does not offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.

Role: Finance Manager Location: Milton Keynes Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE) Important Information: Previous experience as a Finance Manager or within a senior finance position is essential. Experience managing or supervising a finance team is required. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential. Part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA, AAT qualified or degree educated is advantageous but not essential. An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a Finance Manager to join our client's successful team on a permanent basis. Who are we? Our client is a well-established international organisation with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality services across the publishing and distribution sector. They pride themselves on creating a collaborative and supportive working environment where continuous improvement, innovation and professional development are encouraged. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing finance team where you'll work closely with the Financial Controller, leading transactional finance while taking ownership of financial reporting, compliance and process improvements. Benefits £45,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience Free on-site parking Monday to Friday working hours Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing training and development Opportunity to work for a successful international business Career progression opportunities Duties of a Finance Manager: Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts, reports and financial information. Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring supplier invoices and employee expenses are processed accurately and on time. Supervise the Accounts Receivable function, ensuring customer transactions are completed efficiently. Maintain accurate financial accounting records and general ledger postings. Prepare journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations. Produce and maintain key financial control accounts. Manage VAT reporting, Making Tax Digital submissions, VAT deferment processes and National Statistics reporting. Prepare customer invoices, statements, credit notes and other financial documentation. Build strong working relationships with colleagues across the UK and US finance teams. Support external and internal audits, providing accurate financial information when required. Review, improve and document finance processes and controls to support business growth. Assist the Financial Controller with wider finance projects, reporting and business initiatives. Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, company policies and financial best practice. Lead, coach and support a small finance team, promoting a collaborative and high-performing culture. What we would like from you: Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Management Accountant or similar senior finance role. Experience supervising or managing a finance team. Good knowledge of UK GAAP and financial reporting standards. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience using computerised accounting systems (Oracle experience would be advantageous but is not essential). Excellent analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. AAT qualified, degree educated or studying towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA would be advantageous. If you are interested in this position, please apply today with your CV. MKTEMP OA is an award-winning recruitment agency specialising in the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements. In order to keep up to date with our recruitment activity, please like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and connect with us on LinkedIn. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA. OA is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role, your details will be submitted to OA. Our Privacy Policy explains how we will use your information.

Risk Manager About the Role We are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to establish, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework across a large-scale business-critical programme. This role will support both the mobilisation and operational phases of the programme, ensuring that risks are identified, assessed, monitored, reported, and mitigated effectively throughout the project life cycle. The successful candidate will work closely with programme leadership, delivery teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to ensure that project, technical, operational, transition, commercial, and supplier-related risks are proactively managed in a structured and auditable manner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a complex transformation programme and play a key role in safeguarding successful delivery through robust risk governance and management. Key Responsibilities - Manage all programme risk management activities in line with contractual, organisational, and governance requirements. - Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Risk Management Plan and Programme Risk Register. - Ensure risks relating to schedule, cost, technical delivery, operations, commercial matters, suppliers, compliance, and transition activities are identified, assessed, prioritised, and monitored. - Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, including scenario modelling and impact analysis where appropriate. - Develop and implement effective risk mitigation and treatment strategies. - Monitor the effectiveness of mitigation actions and track residual risk exposure. - Produce regular risk reports and dashboards for senior stakeholders, highlighting emerging risks, trends, mitigation progress, and key areas of concern. - Facilitate risk workshops, reviews, and assessments with programme teams and external stakeholders. - Ensure compliance with recognised risk management standards and internal governance frameworks. - Work closely with commercial, legal, technical, operational, and project teams to provide risk-related guidance and support. - Monitor supplier and third-party risk performance, ensuring contractual obligations and risk controls are maintained. - Support issue management, claims preparation, and dispute resolution activities through the provision of risk-based analysis and evidence. - Act as the primary point of contact for programme risk matters across internal and external stakeholder groups. - Promote a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement across the programme. - Deliver training, coaching, and guidance on risk management processes, tools, and best practices. Requirements Essential - Degree qualified in Engineering, Business, Project Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline. - Professional qualification or certification in Risk Management, such as: - Institute of Risk Management (IRM) Certificate or Diploma - APM Project Risk Management Qualification (PRAMQ) - PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) - Management of Risk (MoR) - Equivalent recognised qualification - Significant experience managing risk on large, complex programmes, projects, or service delivery environments. - Strong understanding of risk governance, controls, reporting, and assurance processes. - Experience developing and maintaining risk registers, mitigation plans, and reporting frameworks. - Ability to facilitate stakeholder workshops and communicate risk information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Experience working within structured programme or project management environments. Desirable - Experience working on large-scale transformation, technology, operational, engineering, infrastructure, or managed service programmes. - Knowledge of quantitative risk analysis techniques and risk modelling tools. - Familiarity with ISO 31000 or other recognised risk management standards. - Experience managing supplier, transition, operational, and delivery risks across multi-stakeholder environments.

SRM are recruiting for an experienced Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk. This is a great opportunity to join a busy Transactional Finance team, providing accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments based at our Group Services office in Kings Langley, Hertfordshire. You will play a key role in supporting all aspects of the Purchase Ledger function, to deliver high-quality support to the business. Why join us? In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us. The Senior Purchase Ledger Clerk role Key responsibilities: Manage high-volume invoice processing, ensuring accuracy, timely approvals, and smooth workflow Reconcile supplier statements, resolve discrepancies, and oversee weekly BACS payment runs Act as a senior point of contact for supplier and internal queries, ensuring prompt resolution Maintain and improve purchase ledger processes, including e-invoicing systems and supplier data controls Support month-end close, including journals, reconciliations, and reporting Assist the Purchase Ledger Manager with complex issues, team priorities, and continuous improvements Provide guidance and support to junior team members Your profile You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident working to deadlines within a fast-paced finance environment. A strong team player, you take pride in delivering accurate work and providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. You will need: Experience in Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable Strong knowledge of finance systems (e.g. JD Edwards, COINS, Sage, Oracle) Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail Ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver high service standards GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English AAT qualified or actively studying (desirable) Desirable: Construction sector experience Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now. Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you do not meet every single requirement, we would still love to hear from you, especially if you are part of a group that is under-represented in the construction industry. We recognise that talented people come from a wide range of backgrounds and circumstances, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. As part of this commitment, we support agile ways of working wherever possible, helping our people to balance their professional and personal responsibilities while delivering excellent results. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, we strive to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and able to achieve their full potential.

As SKAO embarks on the transition from construction to full operation of the world's largest radio telescope, this high-profile leadership role offers you the chance to shape the financial future of a truly global scientific endeavour. You will be responsible for leading finance, procurement, ERP, and UK facilities teams across three continents, ensuring robust governance and compliance while supporting cutting-edge research infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with international partners, government members, and diverse stakeholders, all within an environment that values flexibility, inclusivity, and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in science and technology on a global scale, SKAO provides the platform for your expertise to shine. What you'll do: Provide strategic financial advice and guidance to the Director General and senior managers to support organisational objectives. Deliver comprehensive financial reports and formal presentations to the SKAO Council and sub-committees, ensuring clarity and transparency in governance. Develop strong working relationships with external partners including member states, peer organisations, banks, auditors, advisors, contractors, and suppliers to foster effective collaboration. Drive cross-functional cooperation across all locations to enhance financial planning processes throughout the organisation. Oversee budgetary control and management practices to ensure value-for-money while maintaining operational excellence across the Observatory. Lead business continuity planning for Finance, Procurement, ERP, and UK Facilities functions by conducting risk analysis and implementing mitigation strategies. Manage SKAO's insurance strategy and portfolio while overseeing claims processes to safeguard organisational assets. Ensure financial systems are robust, compliant with best practice standards, and scalable for future growth initiatives. Maintain tax compliance and regulatory adherence across all relevant jurisdictions to minimise organisational risk. Direct all aspects of financial activities including accounting, cash flow management, treasury operations, audit processes, payroll administration, pensions oversight, procurement actions (including complex contracts), ERP system sponsorship (including e-Procurement), and facilities management for UK headquarters. What you bring: A member of an internationally recognised professional accounting body. with extensive experience in senior management roles within complex, global, multinational organisations. Demonstrated success operating in international contexts-building effective working relationships with internal teams as well as external stakeholders from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. Exceptional communication skills with commercial acumen-able to deliver clear business writing and operate effectively at strategic board level or equivalent settings. Proven ability as a strategic leader who brings analytical thinking alongside an enquiring mindset-capable of identifying opportunities for change that align with organisational needs now and into the future. Technical expertise in financial management including IFRS-based accounting standards; knowledge of international employment tax rules; contract law proficiency; advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, reporting; familiarity with financial controls; risk management experience; hands-on approach to financial analysis. Experience managing procurement activities within an international setting-including complex construction contracts as well as operational procurement efficiency measures. Understanding of foreign currency transactions along with associated risks relevant to global operations. Advanced IT skills coupled with openness to adopting new technologies that drive process improvements across finance functions. Ability to collaborate effectively at both operational and strategic levels-delivering excellent services through distributed teams while contributing meaningfully to long-term planning initiatives. High integrity combined with commitment to good governance principles-demonstrating openness alongside dedication to equality, diversity, sustainability-and adaptability as a flexible team player. What sets this company apart: SKAO stands out as one of the world's most ambitious scientific collaborations-uniting governments from around the globe in pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries through radio astronomy. As an International Organisation headquartered in Cheshire but operating across three continents (UK, Australia, South Africa), SKAO offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a supportive network committed to diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate personal circumstances while enabling meaningful contributions on a global stage. The culture is built on shared values of openness, respect for different perspectives, commitment to sustainability-and above all-a passion for advancing human knowledge through science. Joining SKAO means becoming part of a visionary community where your expertise can help shape history while enjoying access to world-class resources and collaborative networks. What's next: If you are ready to make your mark on one of the world's most exciting scientific projects while advancing your career at executive level-this is your moment! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Job Title - Interview Coordinator (AVP) Location - London, Manchester, Birmingham (3 Days in the office per week open to location within the UK) Contract Length - 6 Months (Rolling Contract) PAYE only About Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full-service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company, providing technology, operations, and functional services across the Group. Values Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values form the foundation of Barclays' relationships with customers and clients and guide how the company measures and rewards the performance of colleagues. Success at Barclays is not just about what you achieve, but how you achieve it. Diversity Barclays is committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work. The company values inclusion and works to ensure that all talents are nurtured, empowering individuals to contribute fully to Barclays' vision and goals. Hybrid Working At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working model, blending the benefits of working alongside colleagues at our on-site locations with the flexibility of working from home. Employees work on-site for a minimum of three days per week (or more as set by the business area). Please discuss specific working pattern requirements with the hiring manager. As we continue to develop our hybrid work environment, arrangements may be subject to change with reasonable notice to meet business needs. About the Role: To enable efficient, high volume interviewing for Planning and Advice while maintaining quality and consistency. This is a vital, fast-paced operational role and is the "engine room" of the hiring process. Key Responsibilities: Manage business CV reviews liaising with multiple hiring managers. Coordinate and schedule high volume Advisor interviews across multiple hiring Managers Manage interviewer availability, panels and interview logistics. Support at interviews to ensure consistent interview processes, documentation and governance standards. Work with Talent Acquisition Team to track interview outcomes, feedback and conversion rates. Produce interview MI to highlight bottlenecks and improvement areas. Skills & Experience: CV screening & stakeholder liaison: screen CVs against role criteria and regulatory expectations; calibrate shortlists with multiple hiring managers; maintain clear, defensible rationale and records. High-volume scheduling, panels & logistics: coordinate complex diaries; build/manage panel rotas and interviewer availability; manage short-notice changes; coordinate links/rooms/materials; resolve issues quickly. Process governance & documentation: run structured interview processes end-to-end; ensure packs, scoring and notes are completed to standard; maintain audit-ready records and strong data-handling discipline. Outcomes, MI & continuous improvement: keep ATS/trackers up to date; drive timely feedback and outcome capture; produce MI (pipeline/throughput/time-to-interview); identify bottlenecks and implement pragmatic improvements with Talent Acquisition. Influence fast at senior level-credible, confident and able to align decisions across stakeholders. Communicate with impact-clear, concise storytelling and recommendations backed by evidence. Drive delivery through ambiguity-spot risks early, solve problems quickly and keep momentum. Assistant Vice President Expectations • To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. • Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes • If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. • OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. • Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. • Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. • Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. • Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. • Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. • Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. • Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. • Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. Purpose, Values and Mindset We deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term. Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. Respect We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyone's contribution. Integrity We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do. Service We act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do. Excellence We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference. Stewardship We prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them. Our Mindset shapes how we take action, living by our Values, driven by our Purpose, always with our customers and clients at the heart of what we do; our Mindset is to Empower, Challenge and Drive. Empower Trust and support each other to deliver. Make decisions with those closest to the topic. Include diverse perspectives. Celebrate success and learn from failure. Challenge Question whether things can be done better. Use insights based on data to inform decisions. Be curious about how we can adapt and improve. Speak up and be open to alternative viewpoints. Drive Focus on outcomes. Deliver with pace. Be passionate and ambitious about what we do. Take personal responsibility. Actively build collaborative relationships to get things done. Your Benefits As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you'll receive a range of financial and personal benefits, including: Enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) Holiday pay 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, supporting your home and work life Exclusive discounts at high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues-including Asda, Zizzi, and more If you are an experienced PA looking for an exciting opportunity at Barclays, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

A local authority client of mine are currently on the lookout for an Assistant Finance Manager (Treasury) to join on a permanent basis. Contract Type: Permanent Salary Range: £45,091-£53,460 Hybrid: X2 days in office per week. Start Dates: can either be immediate or delayed. Main Duties: Lead treasury management activities including cashflow, borrowing, and investments Provide expert advice on treasury strategy, financial risks, and market trends Oversee daily treasury operations and ensure strong financial controls Develop and maintain cashflow forecasting and financial models Prepare and present clear, impactful reports to senior leaders and Members Act as a key contact for audits, advisors, and treasury partners Lead and develop a small finance team Support wider corporate projects, capital investment decisions, and funding strategies Ensure compliance with CIPFA codes, statutory guidance, and internal policies Successful Candidates: Will be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent). Will have strong experience in treasury management, cashflow forecasting and investments. Proven leadership or management experience. Excellent technical accounting and analytical skills. Ability to explain complex financial concepts to nonfinance stakeholders. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Experience working within governance frameworks and financial regulations. Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Office tools. It isn t essential but is beneficial if candidates have: Experience in local government treasury Knowledge of CIPFA Treasury Management Code Experience presenting to senior leadership or committees Interviews will be conducted next week for this role therefore if you match the above criteria and are interested then please don't hesitate to reach out and send your CV along with calling me on (phone number removed).

Reed Finance are partnering with a leading global manufacturing company to recruit an experienced Finance Manager on a fixed-term basis. This is a key role supporting senior leadership, driving financial performance, and delivering insight across operations. The Role You will take ownership of site finance, working closely with the Financial Controller and General Manager. The role combines financial control, reporting, analysis, and business partnering within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Deliver KPI reporting and performance analysis Provide cost and profitability insight across products/projects Strengthen processes, controls, and ERP data integrity Support month-end close, audits, and statutory reporting Partner with operational teams to drive improvements Support Capex tracking and cash flow initiatives About You ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience) Background in manufacturing or engineering environment (desirable) Strong Excel and ERP systems experience Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder skills Proactive, analytical, and able to work autonomously

This exciting opportunity as an Internal Audit Manager in the financial services industry will see you leading audit activities, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Based in Leeds, this role is perfect for a professional seeking to make a significant impact within accounting and finance. Client Details This role is with a well-established organisation in the financial services sector. As a medium-sized company, they are committed to maintaining high standards in their operations and delivering value to their clients and stakeholders. Description Develop and execute a comprehensive audit plan to assess organisational risk and compliance. Lead and manage internal audit projects from planning to reporting stages. Provide clear and actionable recommendations to improve processes and controls. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure audit findings are effectively addressed. Monitor regulatory developments and ensure the organisation remains compliant. Prepare detailed audit reports for senior management and the board. Support the development and implementation of risk management strategies. Mentor and guide junior members of the audit team to build internal expertise. Profile A successful Internal Audit Manager should have: A professional qualification in auditing, such as CIA, CMIIA or equivalent. Strong knowledge of auditing principles and financial services regulations. Proven ability to lead audit engagements and manage multiple projects effectively. Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and presenting findings. A proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing solutions. Attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure high-quality audit outcomes. Job Offer Competitive salary up to £65,000 per annum. Access to a bonus scheme to reward your contributions. Private medical insurance to support your well-being. Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays. Hybrid working. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity based in Leeds for an experienced Internal Audit Manager to thrive within the financial services industry. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

Role Overview: We are partnered with a leading pensions organisation seeking a Senior Pension Projects Manager to support the delivery, governance, and oversight of its business-wide portfolio of pensions and transformation projects. This is a senior, high-visibility role sitting at the heart of the organisation's governance and control framework. You will be responsible for providing robust reporting, programme oversight, and management information to senior leadership, ensuring effective control of business priorities, resources, risks, and delivery performance. You will operate across multiple workstreams, working closely with executive stakeholders, internal teams, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed scope, budget, and timelines, while maintaining strong governance and financial control. Key Responsibilities: Provide programme-level oversight across a portfolio of pensions and business change initiatives Deliver high-quality reporting and management information to Programme Boards, Executive Management Teams, and senior stakeholders Develop, maintain, and enforce robust programme governance frameworks, including documentation standards, controls, and reporting processes Own and manage programme-level risk, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, mitigated, and escalated appropriately Monitor progress against business plans, budgets, and delivery timelines, reporting deviations and agreeing corrective actions Support the preparation and approval of project mandates, budgets, and business cases Lead resource planning and allocation across multiple teams, negotiating priorities with senior stakeholders and leadership teams Track and manage programme financials, including budget vs actuals, forecasts, and cost allocation across workstreams Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project and programme performance metrics Support the preparation of strategic papers, reports, and updates for Programme Boards and senior governance forums Coordinate input from internal teams, consultants, and external suppliers to support successful delivery of projects Identify opportunities to improve governance, reporting, delivery efficiency, and overall programme control Support effective communication between delivery teams and executive leadership Skills & Experience Required: Extensive experience in pensions administration, pensions consultancy, or pensions transformation environments Strong understanding of Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes and operational frameworks Proven experience in programme management, PMO, portfolio management, or senior project governance roles Strong background in managing budgets, financial tracking, and forecasting across multiple workstreams Significant experience working with senior stakeholders, including boards, executives, and steering committees Excellent organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong understanding of risk management and governance frameworks within complex environments Confident communicator with experience producing and presenting high-quality MI and reporting packs Experience working with cross-functional teams, consultants, and third-party suppliers Proficient in MS Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and project tracking systems Project or programme management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, APM) desirable

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. PMO Operations Cwmbran, Wales Skills: Project Controls, PMO, Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, EVM, Reporting, Stakeholder Management Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%. Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members. Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work 4 x Life Assurance Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection. Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme Annual share save schemes. Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent. Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Your Role As a Project Controller, you will support Programme and Senior Programme Managers to ensure effective delivery of projects across cost, schedule, quality and risk. This is a varied role providing exposure across programme controls, governance, and performance management, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Supporting programme delivery through planning, scheduling, and performance tracking Assisting with Earned Value Management (EVM), cost tracking (NRC / RC), and financial reporting Supporting risk management processes, including facilitating risk reviews and maintaining risk registers Producing and analysing KPI dashboards, reporting packs and customer deliverables Maintaining and improving programme governance processes and tools Supporting integrated programme schedules, including critical path analysis and reporting Assisting in continuous improvement initiatives across PMO and programme activities Providing guidance and support to stakeholders on project controls processes and best practices You will work closely with stakeholders across the business, helping ensure programmes are delivered successfully and efficiently. What You'll Bring Experience or exposure to project controls, PMO, or project support environments Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and produce reports Proactive and organised approach, with strong attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders at all levels Knowledge of planning tools, EVM or risk management processes You will be a curious and proactive individual, with a strong interest in project delivery and a willingness to challenge and improve processes.

A leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial performance of a major Earthworks division. Operating across large-scale projects for both public and private sector clients, this organisation delivers complex schemes nationwide and has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term client relationships. The Role As Senior Commercial Manager, you will provide strategic leadership across the commercial function, ensuring projects are delivered profitably while maintaining robust contractual and commercial controls. You will play a key role in shaping commercial strategy, supporting operational teams, and driving business performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial strategy for a portfolio of earthworks and infrastructure projects. Manage and develop a high-performing commercial team. Oversee project budgets, forecasts, cost reporting, and financial performance. Provide commercial guidance to operational and senior leadership teams. Negotiate and administer construction contracts including NEC, JCT, FIDIC, and ICC forms. Drive risk management, value optimisation, and commercial best practice. Manage key client, subcontractor, and supplier relationships. About You Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership position within civil engineering, earthworks, or infrastructure. Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial management. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop commercial teams. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Commercially astute with a track record of delivering profitable project outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and respected contractor where you can influence business strategy and play a pivotal role in the continued success of a thriving division. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Robert Walters are delighted to be partnering with SKAO in their global search for a Chief Financial Officer to join their executive team, at a pivotal moment in the organisation's journey. Please note - all enquiries and applications MUST come through Robert Walters to be considered. Global applications welcome. As SKAO embarks on the transition from construction to full operation of the world's largest radio telescope, this high-profile leadership role offers you the chance to shape the financial future of a truly global scientific endeavour. You will be responsible for leading finance, procurement, ERP, and UK facilities teams across three continents, ensuring robust governance and compliance while supporting cutting-edge research infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with international partners, government members, and diverse stakeholders, all within an environment that values flexibility, inclusivity, and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in science and technology on a global scale, SKAO provides the platform for your expertise to shine. What you'll do: Provide strategic financial advice and guidance to the Director General and senior managers to support organisational objectives. Deliver comprehensive financial reports and formal presentations to the SKAO Council and sub-committees, ensuring clarity and transparency in governance. Develop strong working relationships with external partners including member states, peer organisations, banks, auditors, advisors, contractors, and suppliers to foster effective collaboration. Drive cross-functional cooperation across all locations to enhance financial planning processes throughout the organisation. Oversee budgetary control and management practices to ensure value-for-money while maintaining operational excellence across the Observatory. Lead business continuity planning for Finance, Procurement, ERP, and UK Facilities functions by conducting risk analysis and implementing mitigation strategies. Manage SKAO's insurance strategy and portfolio while overseeing claims processes to safeguard organisational assets. Ensure financial systems are robust, compliant with best practice standards, and scalable for future growth initiatives. Maintain tax compliance and regulatory adherence across all relevant jurisdictions to minimise organisational risk. Direct all aspects of financial activities including accounting, cash flow management, treasury operations, audit processes, payroll administration, pensions oversight, procurement actions (including complex contracts), ERP system sponsorship (including e-Procurement), and facilities management for UK headquarters. What you bring: A member of an internationally recognised professional accounting body. with extensive experience in senior management roles within complex, global, multinational organisations. Demonstrated success operating in international contexts-building effective working relationships with internal teams as well as external stakeholders from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. Exceptional communication skills with commercial acumen-able to deliver clear business writing and operate effectively at strategic board level or equivalent settings. Proven ability as a strategic leader who brings analytical thinking alongside an enquiring mindset-capable of identifying opportunities for change that align with organisational needs now and into the future. Technical expertise in financial management including IFRS-based accounting standards; knowledge of international employment tax rules; contract law proficiency; advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, reporting; familiarity with financial controls; risk management experience; hands-on approach to financial analysis. Experience managing procurement activities within an international setting-including complex construction contracts as well as operational procurement efficiency measures. Understanding of foreign currency transactions along with associated risks relevant to global operations. Advanced IT skills coupled with openness to adopting new technologies that drive process improvements across finance functions. Ability to collaborate effectively at both operational and strategic levels-delivering excellent services through distributed teams while contributing meaningfully to long-term planning initiatives. High integrity combined with commitment to good governance principles-demonstrating openness alongside dedication to equality, diversity, sustainability-and adaptability as a flexible team player. What sets this company apart: SKAO stands out as one of the world's most ambitious scientific collaborations-uniting governments from around the globe in pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries through radio astronomy. As an International Organisation headquartered in Cheshire but operating across three continents (UK, Australia, South Africa), SKAO offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a supportive network committed to diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate personal circumstances while enabling meaningful contributions on a global stage. The culture is built on shared values of openness, respect for different perspectives, commitment to sustainability-and above all-a passion for advancing human knowledge through science. Joining SKAO means becoming part of a visionary community where your expertise can help shape history while enjoying access to world-class resources and collaborative networks. What's next: If you are ready to make your mark on one of the world's most exciting scientific projects while advancing your career at executive level-this is your moment! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Junior HR Project Assistant Brighton 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension) Hybrid Working (3-4 Days Onsite) Rate: 18.23 per hour PAYE Are you an organised and proactive Assistant Project Manager looking to support high-profile business change initiatives? We are recruiting for an experienced project professional to join a large and complex organisation, supporting a significant people-focused transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with project management experience who enjoys working with stakeholders, coordinating governance activities, and ensuring projects remain on track to deliver against key objectives and timescales. The Role As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the delivery of a major organisational change programme, helping to coordinate project activities, maintain governance controls, and ensure effective stakeholder engagement. Working closely with senior programme leadership, HR stakeholders, and project teams, you will play a key role in planning, tracking, reporting, and supporting the successful delivery of programme outcomes. Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Delivery Support the delivery of multiple project workstreams or a larger transformation programme. Assist in developing and maintaining detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. Monitor project progress and ensure activities are completed within agreed timescales. Coordinate project governance activities, including project boards, steering groups, and stakeholder meetings. Maintain project documentation, trackers, action logs, and records. Support business readiness and transition planning activities. Governance, Risk & Reporting Create and maintain RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies). Prepare project reports, updates, presentations, and governance papers. Track project actions and decisions, ensuring key updates are documented and followed through. Support budget, resource, and project performance monitoring where required. Ensure project activity aligns with established project management methodologies. Stakeholder Management Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple departments. Coordinate project communications and engagement activities. Facilitate meetings, capture accurate notes, and monitor follow-up actions. Support training, briefings, and communication activities for project stakeholders and end users. Communicate complex project information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Procurement & Supplier Coordination Support procurement and supplier engagement activities where required. Assist with contract and supplier management processes linked to project delivery. Help ensure supplier deliverables are aligned to project objectives and timelines. Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in a Project Management or Assistant Project Management role. Project Management qualification (or equivalent experience), such as PRINCE2 Foundation, Project Management Certificate, or similar. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Experience maintaining project plans, trackers, RAID logs, and governance documentation. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience coordinating meetings, preparing project updates, and maintaining project records. Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at varying levels. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Desirable Experience Experience supporting HR, people change, organisational transformation, or business change projects. Exposure to redundancy, consultation, workforce restructuring, or employee relations programmes. Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Experience using Microsoft Project. Experience working within a large, complex organisation. Professional membership of a recognised project management body. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support 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.

Permanent Customer Service Manager Based in Aylesbury Hybrid up to £45,000 pa Our client are looking to recruit a Customer Service Manager to lead and motivate the Customer Service team to deliver a consistently high standard of customer care, ensuring accurate timely order processing and effective end-to-end management of customer queries and after care. Leading a dedicated customer care team that ensure the smooth processing of customer orders, communicating effectively with both internal and external customers. Proven stakeholder management skills are required as you will work closely with other internal departments and stakeholders to seek the right resolution outcome in relation to any customer related issues relating to deliveries, shortages, damaged goods, returns and invoicing. Providing support to a small team, ensuring any issues are resolved offering one to one mentoring and support to team members to ensure continuous professional growth and an accountable high-performance culture. Hold regular team meetings to communicate priorities, performance, risks and key business updates. Proactively manage the end-to-end processes by monitoring and communicating process performance. Be the instigator of process improvement by making recommendations to senior management stakeholders that streamline and enhance working practices and procedures, ensuring they are efficient and consistently followed. Provide accurate management information, KPIs and metrics to share team performance, trends, risks and improvement opportunities. Support Customer Service projects and change activity as required, ensuring the team is engaged and changes are embedded. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls through all relevant Customer Service transactions and procedures. Through stakeholder management, a supportive approach to a variety of teams to identify improvements, to resolve systemic causes of customer issues. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, including customer visits where appropriate. The ability to engage, understand the customer requirements through effective communication. Oversee the team's administration of warranty service contracts and chargeable call outs, including renewal tracking, timely customer notifications, and internal coordination (e.g. documentation and invoicing requests) in line with agreed policy and timescales. Ensure appropriate tracking and visibility of warranty contract status and related queries (via team reporting), escalating exceptions and recurring themes to support process improvement Proven hands-on leadership with a pragmatic management style. Ability to support the team whilst managing competing demands and priorities. A good understanding and experience of working with metrics and performance measures to drive improvement. Strong communication skills and able to successfully interact with customers, team members and internal partners to achieve shared goals. A tech background with a good commercial understanding and the role customer service plays in delivering commercial results. A strong and collaborative work ethic with a solutions-focused approach. Intermediate level of professional experience of working in a similar position. BTEC level 5 Diploma in Customer Service. Computer literate with strong MS Excel skills. Please let us know if we need to make reasonable adjustments to our process, please let us know about how we can best support you and make the adjustments that may be needed. Altitude-Recruitment acting as an Employment Agency and Employment Business.

The role of a Control Systems Engineer in the Manufacturing and Production sector requires expertise in projects, implementing, and maintaining control systems to optimise production processes. Based in Rotherham, this permanent position offers a challenging opportunity to work on innovative engineering and manufacturing projects. Client Details A Rotherham-based specialist in high-quality chrome plating and surface finishing, delivering precision coatings for a range of engineering and industrial applications. Known for its commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, the company combines skilled craftsmanship with modern techniques to enhance durability, performance, and appearance of components across multiple sectors. Description As the Control Systems Engineer you will be tasked with the following; Responsible for the coordination of specified projects from point of order to on-site installation and commissioning, ensuring compliance with technical, Environmental, Health & Safety legislation to the agreed timetable and costs. Assist with a variety of ongoing and new projects from process improvements to capital installations. To work within the businesses quality standards: ISO9001, BSE9100, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO45001 and ISO17025 Determine project specifications against operational requirements, and performance standards; completing technical studies; reviewing bids from contractors, preparing cost estimates. To work as part of a team controlled by a project manager To manage external contractors ensuring all aspects of tasks are communicated including H&S, site/working practices etc. Reporting daily/weekly to the Senior Control Engineer, to ensuring the status of projects are communicated and on schedule. Problem solving concerning maintenance issues and on line processes. Involvement with Root Cause Analysis. Lead maintenance & shopfloor teams in improvement activities. Provide automation support to the first line maintenance team. Support training of staff. Improve current manufacturing processes, equipment and work methods. Maintain professional and technical knowledge. To meaningfully contribute to and support continuous improvement methods and activities. Work closely with production to achieve production needs. To work under own initiative with minimal supervision. To have due regard to financial implications of actions taken. To accurately record all work activities & plant interventions using the CMMS (Mainsaver) in a timely fashion. To maintain housekeeping standards. To undertake any other tasks required by the Principle Engineer. A small amount of occasional overseas work can be expected. Profile A successful Control Systems Engineer should have: HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline, e.g. Electrical, Electronics or control Engineering. Strong electrical control systems background as well as mechanical elements. Competent PLC programming skills particularly with Allen Bradley Studio 5000, and Mitsubishi GX works. Experience on a range of plant machines and PLC control and SCADA systems. Experience of HMI project programming. Computer literacy with MS Office packages (Word, Excel etc), AutoCAD, Solidworks etc. Experience in designing and specifying PLC based electrical control systems and applying these to bespoke production machinery. Experience within a medium to heavy manufacturing environment (desirable) Good fault finding and problem-solving skills essential - electrical, mechanical, hydraulic & pneumatic systems. Good organisational and decision-making skills and the ability to coordinate a range of duties. Experience with working with instrumentation as pressure transmitters, electronic thermometers, flowmeters etc. and working with 4-20mA based signals. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 45,000 to 55,000. 25 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays, with an additional holiday buy scheme for up to 5 days. Flexible bank holiday arrangements to suit personal preferences. Up to 21% overall pension contribution scheme. Westfield Health Cover for employee wellness. Onsite parking facilities with electric vehicle charging points. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Controls Engineer to advance their career in Rotherham within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Apply now to join a company that values innovation and supports professional development.