Quality Auditor Children s Social Care Location: Covering a portfolio of homes and schools, Coventry to Wiltshire. Hybrid with 3 days onsite auditing. Salary: £40K plus mileage allowance plus great benefits! Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Agency: Diamond Search Recruitment (representing our client) Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to represent our client in the search for an experienced Quality Auditor within the children s social care sector. Our client is a fantastic employer, known for its positive company culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to employee wellbeing. They offer attractive benefits and the opportunity to join a company where your contribution will be genuinely valued and recognised. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring high-quality, safe and compliant services across children s residential and supported accommodation settings. Key Responsibilities Conduct high-quality audits across children s homes and supported accommodation settings Assess compliance against regulatory frameworks and internal quality standards Produce clear, accurate audit reports and recommendations Support services in implementing improvements Work collaboratively with managers to drive quality, safeguarding and best practice Regular travel to sites across the region (3 days per week minimum onsite) Key Requirements Strong working knowledge of: The Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 Experience in auditing, inspection or quality assessment in children s social care Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly Excellent communication, report-writing and analytical skills Strong commitment to safeguarding, quality and continuous improvement Benefits & Additional Information: Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards earn up to £2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We re in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. Interested? Apply today to be considered for this rewarding and impactful opportunity. Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Quality Auditor Children s Social Care Location: Covering a portfolio of homes and schools, Coventry to Wiltshire. Hybrid with 3 days onsite auditing. Salary: £40K plus mileage allowance plus great benefits! Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Agency: Diamond Search Recruitment (representing our client) Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to represent our client in the search for an experienced Quality Auditor within the children s social care sector. Our client is a fantastic employer, known for its positive company culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to employee wellbeing. They offer attractive benefits and the opportunity to join a company where your contribution will be genuinely valued and recognised. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring high-quality, safe and compliant services across children s residential and supported accommodation settings. Key Responsibilities Conduct high-quality audits across children s homes and supported accommodation settings Assess compliance against regulatory frameworks and internal quality standards Produce clear, accurate audit reports and recommendations Support services in implementing improvements Work collaboratively with managers to drive quality, safeguarding and best practice Regular travel to sites across the region (3 days per week minimum onsite) Key Requirements Strong working knowledge of: The Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023 Experience in auditing, inspection or quality assessment in children s social care Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly Excellent communication, report-writing and analytical skills Strong commitment to safeguarding, quality and continuous improvement Benefits & Additional Information: Blue Light Card Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards earn up to £2500 per referral! Financial wellbeing service Life Assurance Tastecard - spectacular savings on dining, pizza, cinema tickets, supermarkets, and UK attractions! Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period. Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme. Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics Employee assistance programme free, confidential support. Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We re in this together. Supportive management and senior leaders. High quality CPD opportunities. Free eye checks. Interested? Apply today to be considered for this rewarding and impactful opportunity. Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy.
This leading Retail organisation are looking to appoint a Business Intelligence / Power BI Analyst to support their finance function in developing Dashboards and Power BI Reports to support senior management decisioning and automate processes. Your primary focus turning data from multiple sources into clear, actionable insights for the business in Power BI. Client Details Leading Retail organisation Description This leading Retail organisation are looking to appoint a Business Intelligence / Power BI Analyst to support their finance function in developing Dashboards and Power BI Reports to support senior management decisioning and automate processes. Your primary focus turning data from multiple sources into clear, actionable insights for the business in Power BI. You will also provide ongoing support and training to end users, ensuring they can confidently and effectively use Power BI reporting solutions. Alongside this core reporting focus, you will design, build and support automation tools (an interest in learning and developing skills in Power Automate / Power Apps is desirable) that improve business workflows. Working closely with Finance, over time you will help develop approval processes, identify automation opportunities, and support continuous process improvement through practical AI and automation solutions. Key Responsibilities: Collaborating with stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals Ensuring deliverables are completed to specification, and within agreed timelines Implementing best practices for data visualisation and report design to enhance user experience and data comprehension Create and maintain data models to ensure efficient performance and accurate data representation Transform raw data from multiple sources (databases, APIs, Excel, etc.) into meaningful and visually appealing reports Optimise Power BI reports and dashboards for performance, ensuring fast load times and responsiveness Monitoring and maintaining data quality and integrity across all reports and dashboards Conducting regular reviews and updates of PowerBI reports and dashboards to ensure they meet evolving business needs Support the business with automation and developing workflows through suitable automation platforms Work closely with Finance teams to identify reporting, control and process automation opportunities Training and supporting end-users to effectively utilise PowerBI and other tools/reports Staying updated with the latest PowerBI features and automation trends to continuously improve automation and reporting capabilities Profile Proven experience as a BI Developer, Power BI Developer, automation specialist or similar role. Strong proficiency in Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power Query. Solid understanding of data modelling concepts, including star schema, relationships, and normalisation. Experience with DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for creating complex measures and calculations Familiarity with Power BI best practices, security, and sharing capabilities. Proficient in SQL and experience with querying databases (SQL Server, Oracle, etc.). Knowledge of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and tools. Analytical thinker / problem solver Keen to learn and understand what is available in the market to support the business with automation Be proactive in flagging new tools and automation opportunities and willingness to explore the opportunities for the business. Ability to manage time and prioritise workloads based on urgency and importance with minimal supervision Willingness to see through complicated issues to resolution Structured and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on data accuracy, reconciliation and auditability Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working with finance teams Finance background or prior experience supporting Finance reporting/processes is required; experience in multi-department environments is a plus Experience building and supporting automation solutions is a plus. As an organisation we are keen to develop automation. We are looking for someone who is keen to develop their own skills in this area and support the business in their journey to automation of processes Job Offer Opportunity to work in a newly created role Opportunity to lead on reporting capability enhancement with career progression
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
This leading Retail organisation are looking to appoint a Business Intelligence / Power BI Analyst to support their finance function in developing Dashboards and Power BI Reports to support senior management decisioning and automate processes. Your primary focus turning data from multiple sources into clear, actionable insights for the business in Power BI. Client Details Leading Retail organisation Description This leading Retail organisation are looking to appoint a Business Intelligence / Power BI Analyst to support their finance function in developing Dashboards and Power BI Reports to support senior management decisioning and automate processes. Your primary focus turning data from multiple sources into clear, actionable insights for the business in Power BI. You will also provide ongoing support and training to end users, ensuring they can confidently and effectively use Power BI reporting solutions. Alongside this core reporting focus, you will design, build and support automation tools (an interest in learning and developing skills in Power Automate / Power Apps is desirable) that improve business workflows. Working closely with Finance, over time you will help develop approval processes, identify automation opportunities, and support continuous process improvement through practical AI and automation solutions. Key Responsibilities: Collaborating with stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals Ensuring deliverables are completed to specification, and within agreed timelines Implementing best practices for data visualisation and report design to enhance user experience and data comprehension Create and maintain data models to ensure efficient performance and accurate data representation Transform raw data from multiple sources (databases, APIs, Excel, etc.) into meaningful and visually appealing reports Optimise Power BI reports and dashboards for performance, ensuring fast load times and responsiveness Monitoring and maintaining data quality and integrity across all reports and dashboards Conducting regular reviews and updates of PowerBI reports and dashboards to ensure they meet evolving business needs Support the business with automation and developing workflows through suitable automation platforms Work closely with Finance teams to identify reporting, control and process automation opportunities Training and supporting end-users to effectively utilise PowerBI and other tools/reports Staying updated with the latest PowerBI features and automation trends to continuously improve automation and reporting capabilities Profile Proven experience as a BI Developer, Power BI Developer, automation specialist or similar role. Strong proficiency in Power BI Desktop, Power BI Service, and Power Query. Solid understanding of data modelling concepts, including star schema, relationships, and normalisation. Experience with DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) for creating complex measures and calculations Familiarity with Power BI best practices, security, and sharing capabilities. Proficient in SQL and experience with querying databases (SQL Server, Oracle, etc.). Knowledge of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and tools. Analytical thinker / problem solver Keen to learn and understand what is available in the market to support the business with automation Be proactive in flagging new tools and automation opportunities and willingness to explore the opportunities for the business. Ability to manage time and prioritise workloads based on urgency and importance with minimal supervision Willingness to see through complicated issues to resolution Structured and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on data accuracy, reconciliation and auditability Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience working with finance teams Finance background or prior experience supporting Finance reporting/processes is required; experience in multi-department environments is a plus Experience building and supporting automation solutions is a plus. As an organisation we are keen to develop automation. We are looking for someone who is keen to develop their own skills in this area and support the business in their journey to automation of processes Job Offer Opportunity to work in a newly created role Opportunity to lead on reporting capability enhancement with career progression
Blusource Professional Services Ltd
Leicester, Leicestershire
An excellent job opportunity has arisen at a successful, well established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression and professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits. Ideally, they are keen to hire at a senior level, but the firm are flexible on the level of hire, so interested in reviewing applications from people anywhere between Semi -Senior up to Assistant Manager to Manager level. They need someone for a mixed position, including all elements of accounts production and related work, ideally blended with audit work on their larger, more complex clients. The firm are prioritising a solid general practice / accountancy background, as they can train on audit if required, so they are open to hiring a more experienced person who has led audits, or someone less experienced, who they can support through training within audit. If you are a more experienced professional, the firm can look at someone capable of managing accounts work, doing the audit and managing the workload. Audit clients at the firm range in size from £15M to £250M turnover, with some large companies in their client base, plus a few medium sized audits. This offers great exposure to more complex issues, so some great technical experience on the larger audits, with audit taking up around 25% to 35% of the job role, including the smaller voluntary audits for clients around £6M to £9M turnover. This role will ideally sit between some staff positions and the firm s Directors and for more experienced applicants, the job can include mentoring less experienced staff. Responsibilities: Preparation and review of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients, including limited companies and more complex entities Delivery of full accounts production assignments from planning through to completion Involvement in audit assignments for larger and more complex clients, with audit work forming approximately 25% 35% of the role Planning, performing and completing audits for clients ranging from approximately £6m to £250m turnover, including both statutory and voluntary audits Exposure to technically challenging audit and accounts issues, particularly on larger corporate clients Managing multiple client assignments simultaneously and ensuring deadlines are met Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide high-quality service Supporting and collaborating with Directors on larger or more complex engagements Leading audits and accounts assignments from start to finish Managing workload across both accounts and audit portfolios Reviewing work prepared by junior staff Mentoring and supporting the development of less experienced team members Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities Structured development as well as on the job practical training Working and learning directly from Associate Directors & Directors They will consider part time and full-time working hours and will consider an element of hybrid working for the right person. The firm has always closed down at Christmas, that is not guaranteed, but they ve always done that, so this adds 4 to 5 days per year on top of your holiday allowance. Free parking. Social events. Company pension. Ability to progress all the way to the top!
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
An excellent job opportunity has arisen at a successful, well established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression and professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits. Ideally, they are keen to hire at a senior level, but the firm are flexible on the level of hire, so interested in reviewing applications from people anywhere between Semi -Senior up to Assistant Manager to Manager level. They need someone for a mixed position, including all elements of accounts production and related work, ideally blended with audit work on their larger, more complex clients. The firm are prioritising a solid general practice / accountancy background, as they can train on audit if required, so they are open to hiring a more experienced person who has led audits, or someone less experienced, who they can support through training within audit. If you are a more experienced professional, the firm can look at someone capable of managing accounts work, doing the audit and managing the workload. Audit clients at the firm range in size from £15M to £250M turnover, with some large companies in their client base, plus a few medium sized audits. This offers great exposure to more complex issues, so some great technical experience on the larger audits, with audit taking up around 25% to 35% of the job role, including the smaller voluntary audits for clients around £6M to £9M turnover. This role will ideally sit between some staff positions and the firm s Directors and for more experienced applicants, the job can include mentoring less experienced staff. Responsibilities: Preparation and review of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients, including limited companies and more complex entities Delivery of full accounts production assignments from planning through to completion Involvement in audit assignments for larger and more complex clients, with audit work forming approximately 25% 35% of the role Planning, performing and completing audits for clients ranging from approximately £6m to £250m turnover, including both statutory and voluntary audits Exposure to technically challenging audit and accounts issues, particularly on larger corporate clients Managing multiple client assignments simultaneously and ensuring deadlines are met Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide high-quality service Supporting and collaborating with Directors on larger or more complex engagements Leading audits and accounts assignments from start to finish Managing workload across both accounts and audit portfolios Reviewing work prepared by junior staff Mentoring and supporting the development of less experienced team members Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities Structured development as well as on the job practical training Working and learning directly from Associate Directors & Directors They will consider part time and full-time working hours and will consider an element of hybrid working for the right person. The firm has always closed down at Christmas, that is not guaranteed, but they ve always done that, so this adds 4 to 5 days per year on top of your holiday allowance. Free parking. Social events. Company pension. Ability to progress all the way to the top!
Technical Onboarding Engineer Location: Kidderminster Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum Job Type : Full-time, Mon-Fri working hours 37.5 hour a week contract. Permanent salary. As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. Join our team and help deliver a smooth technical onboarding experience for customers using GreensafeIT s Windows imaging and build services. You ll work with customers to gather requirements, co-ordinate secure connectivity (VPN and server access) and provision onboarding environments using virtual servers. You ll also complete essential networking tasks, create clear onboarding documentation, and support the handover of customers into our BAU delivery teams. This is a hands-on technical role where you ll collaborate with customers, third parties, and senior engineers, handling setup and configuration while escalating more complex architecture or security decisions when needed. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end technical onboarding of customers into GreensafeIT Windows imaging and build services, ensuring a smooth and structured setup process. Work with customers to gather, document, and validate technical requirements needed to successfully onboard their environments. Co-ordinate secure connectivity between customer environments and GreensafeIT, including arranging VPN access and server connectivity with customers and relevant third parties. Provision and configure customer onboarding environments, including the creation and setup of virtual servers required for service delivery. Carry out basic networking and connectivity tasks to enable secure communication between customer servers, VPN connections, and GreensafeIT infrastructure. Produce and maintain clear technical onboarding documentation, including environment configuration details and setup procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure onboarding activities are completed efficiently and aligned with operational standards. Support the transition of newly onboarded customers into Business-as-Usual (BAU) delivery teams once onboarding is complete. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during onboarding, coordinating with relevant stakeholders where required. Escalate complex technical, architecture, or security decisions to senior engineers while ensuring progress continues within onboarding activities. Competencies & Behaviours: Hands-on experience creating and configuring virtual server environments using platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, AWS, or similar technologies aligned to enterprise infrastructure. Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including installation, patching, user access management, permissions, and core service configuration. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnets, DNS, routing, gateways, ports, VPN connectivity, and certificate usage in practical environments. Familiarity with Windows device imaging and build processes, with exposure to tools such as MDT, SCCM, Autopilot, or Intune, including driver management and application packaging. Understanding of security best practices and system hardening principles, including least privilege access, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and audit or compliance controls. Experience using IT service management (ITSM) platforms for incident and request management, change control, and maintaining technical documentation or runbooks. Basic knowledge of PowerShell scripting or automation (desirable), with an interest in improving efficiency through scripting or tooling. Strong documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring onboarding processes and environment configurations are accurately recorded. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently with customers, third parties, and internal technical teams. Highly organised and process-driven, able to manage multiple onboarding activities simultaneously while maintaining quality, accountability, and a strong customer focus. Benefits: Staff discount online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Green Safe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Technical Onboarding Engineer Location: Kidderminster Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum Job Type : Full-time, Mon-Fri working hours 37.5 hour a week contract. Permanent salary. As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services we have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide our customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. We offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with Greensafe Global, our hardware specialist IT brokerage service. Join our team and help deliver a smooth technical onboarding experience for customers using GreensafeIT s Windows imaging and build services. You ll work with customers to gather requirements, co-ordinate secure connectivity (VPN and server access) and provision onboarding environments using virtual servers. You ll also complete essential networking tasks, create clear onboarding documentation, and support the handover of customers into our BAU delivery teams. This is a hands-on technical role where you ll collaborate with customers, third parties, and senior engineers, handling setup and configuration while escalating more complex architecture or security decisions when needed. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end technical onboarding of customers into GreensafeIT Windows imaging and build services, ensuring a smooth and structured setup process. Work with customers to gather, document, and validate technical requirements needed to successfully onboard their environments. Co-ordinate secure connectivity between customer environments and GreensafeIT, including arranging VPN access and server connectivity with customers and relevant third parties. Provision and configure customer onboarding environments, including the creation and setup of virtual servers required for service delivery. Carry out basic networking and connectivity tasks to enable secure communication between customer servers, VPN connections, and GreensafeIT infrastructure. Produce and maintain clear technical onboarding documentation, including environment configuration details and setup procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure onboarding activities are completed efficiently and aligned with operational standards. Support the transition of newly onboarded customers into Business-as-Usual (BAU) delivery teams once onboarding is complete. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues encountered during onboarding, coordinating with relevant stakeholders where required. Escalate complex technical, architecture, or security decisions to senior engineers while ensuring progress continues within onboarding activities. Competencies & Behaviours: Hands-on experience creating and configuring virtual server environments using platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, Azure, AWS, or similar technologies aligned to enterprise infrastructure. Working knowledge of Windows Server administration, including installation, patching, user access management, permissions, and core service configuration. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnets, DNS, routing, gateways, ports, VPN connectivity, and certificate usage in practical environments. Familiarity with Windows device imaging and build processes, with exposure to tools such as MDT, SCCM, Autopilot, or Intune, including driver management and application packaging. Understanding of security best practices and system hardening principles, including least privilege access, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and audit or compliance controls. Experience using IT service management (ITSM) platforms for incident and request management, change control, and maintaining technical documentation or runbooks. Basic knowledge of PowerShell scripting or automation (desirable), with an interest in improving efficiency through scripting or tooling. Strong documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring onboarding processes and environment configurations are accurately recorded. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently with customers, third parties, and internal technical teams. Highly organised and process-driven, able to manage multiple onboarding activities simultaneously while maintaining quality, accountability, and a strong customer focus. Benefits: Staff discount online store Company events Refer a friend Scheme - £150+ On-site Fully Equipped Gymnasium To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Green Safe IT, please do not hesitate to apply.
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Salary: £67,000 - £92,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact The Radar Sector Chief Systems Engineer provides independent Systems Engineering oversight across our radar portfolio, which has global reach. This senior role influences technical coherence, effectiveness and continuous improvements of Systems Engineering practice, while building project accountability through strong governance of project artefacts and activities, supporting and developing individual project Chief Systems Engineers. You will ensure Radar systems are conceived, architected, integrated and verified using robust, proportionate and modern methods. Acting as the focal point for Systems Engineering strategy and governance, you will help senior leaders make better technical decisions earlier in the lifecycle. As a member of the Systems functional team, you will work closely with Sector Chief Engineers, Project Engineering Management and People & Capability leaders to build future-ready capability, shaping technical direction, strengthening engineering confidence and improving customer outcomes across diverse Radar architectures, technologies and sensing modalities. What You'll Do Radar Systems Engineering Leadership Provide coaching in effective Systems Engineering practice, methods, modelling techniques and architectural thinking. Promote and guide the use of appropriate concept development, analysis, modelling and simulation techniques to identify risks, emergent behaviours and architectural trade-off analysis. Drive adoption of innovative and modern SE methods across the lifecycle, including digital engineering, model-based systems engineering and agile SE practices. Develop your own Radar SE specialism. Governance, Assurance and Improvement Act as the focal point for Systems Engineering governance supporting Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities, design reviews, audits, and bid or early lifecycle technical guidance where appropriate. Own the sector Systems Engineering strategy, technical governance and technical authority across Leonardo's Radar sectors. Identify cross-sector trends, lessons learned and opportunities to improve efficiency and quality. Define and maintain metrics demonstrating improvement in SE capability and outcomes across Leonardo's Radar sectors. Capability, Workforce and Communities Develop and maintain the Radar Systems Engineering capability roadmap, including critical skills, emerging skills, development priorities, and sector-wide methods and systems engineering tooling. Strengthen collaboration across engineering disciplines. Strategic Influence and Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for Systems Engineering matters with sector technical leadership. Represent Leonardo in external Systems Engineering bodies or forums. Collaborate with peer Chief Systems Engineers across the UK. Key Deliverables The Radar Sector Chief Systems Engineer is expected to deliver and maintain: A clear strategy and improvement plan for the execution of Systems Engineering across Radar programmes, with systematic measurement at its core. A view of Systems Engineering capability, including critical skills, gaps, for both Systems Engineering methodologies and Radar domain knowledge. Sector guidance and practical direction on Systems Engineering process tailoring. Progression This senior leadership role is positioned to progress toward Programme Chief Engineer, Head of Discipline or Chief Technical Specialist roles. You will identify, mentor and develop a small group of successors. You will benefit from supported learning and development, including transferring your skills into Leonardo's Radar product domains. What You'll Bring Ideally, you will be a systems thinker with: A strong desire to elevate Systems Engineering skills and maturity within Radar development, bringing your skills from your domain experiences e.g. Nuclear, Process Engineering, Rail. A bias towards measurement and experimentation as a tool to accelerate learning. Experience applying Systems Engineering governance and Life Cycle Management process at sector or programme level. Ability to capture and interpret stakeholder expectations. Experience defining architectures and guiding architectural decisions. Proven leadership in dynamic, high-complexity environments. Excellent communication and credibility with engineering, leadership and customers. Understanding of integration challenges on long-running complex programmes. Determination, resilience and a drive for high-quality engineering outcomes. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guid ance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Salary: £67,000 - £92,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact The Radar Sector Chief Systems Engineer provides independent Systems Engineering oversight across our radar portfolio, which has global reach. This senior role influences technical coherence, effectiveness and continuous improvements of Systems Engineering practice, while building project accountability through strong governance of project artefacts and activities, supporting and developing individual project Chief Systems Engineers. You will ensure Radar systems are conceived, architected, integrated and verified using robust, proportionate and modern methods. Acting as the focal point for Systems Engineering strategy and governance, you will help senior leaders make better technical decisions earlier in the lifecycle. As a member of the Systems functional team, you will work closely with Sector Chief Engineers, Project Engineering Management and People & Capability leaders to build future-ready capability, shaping technical direction, strengthening engineering confidence and improving customer outcomes across diverse Radar architectures, technologies and sensing modalities. What You'll Do Radar Systems Engineering Leadership Provide coaching in effective Systems Engineering practice, methods, modelling techniques and architectural thinking. Promote and guide the use of appropriate concept development, analysis, modelling and simulation techniques to identify risks, emergent behaviours and architectural trade-off analysis. Drive adoption of innovative and modern SE methods across the lifecycle, including digital engineering, model-based systems engineering and agile SE practices. Develop your own Radar SE specialism. Governance, Assurance and Improvement Act as the focal point for Systems Engineering governance supporting Lifecycle Management (LCM) activities, design reviews, audits, and bid or early lifecycle technical guidance where appropriate. Own the sector Systems Engineering strategy, technical governance and technical authority across Leonardo's Radar sectors. Identify cross-sector trends, lessons learned and opportunities to improve efficiency and quality. Define and maintain metrics demonstrating improvement in SE capability and outcomes across Leonardo's Radar sectors. Capability, Workforce and Communities Develop and maintain the Radar Systems Engineering capability roadmap, including critical skills, emerging skills, development priorities, and sector-wide methods and systems engineering tooling. Strengthen collaboration across engineering disciplines. Strategic Influence and Stakeholder Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for Systems Engineering matters with sector technical leadership. Represent Leonardo in external Systems Engineering bodies or forums. Collaborate with peer Chief Systems Engineers across the UK. Key Deliverables The Radar Sector Chief Systems Engineer is expected to deliver and maintain: A clear strategy and improvement plan for the execution of Systems Engineering across Radar programmes, with systematic measurement at its core. A view of Systems Engineering capability, including critical skills, gaps, for both Systems Engineering methodologies and Radar domain knowledge. Sector guidance and practical direction on Systems Engineering process tailoring. Progression This senior leadership role is positioned to progress toward Programme Chief Engineer, Head of Discipline or Chief Technical Specialist roles. You will identify, mentor and develop a small group of successors. You will benefit from supported learning and development, including transferring your skills into Leonardo's Radar product domains. What You'll Bring Ideally, you will be a systems thinker with: A strong desire to elevate Systems Engineering skills and maturity within Radar development, bringing your skills from your domain experiences e.g. Nuclear, Process Engineering, Rail. A bias towards measurement and experimentation as a tool to accelerate learning. Experience applying Systems Engineering governance and Life Cycle Management process at sector or programme level. Ability to capture and interpret stakeholder expectations. Experience defining architectures and guiding architectural decisions. Proven leadership in dynamic, high-complexity environments. Excellent communication and credibility with engineering, leadership and customers. Understanding of integration challenges on long-running complex programmes. Determination, resilience and a drive for high-quality engineering outcomes. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guid ance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
SHEQ MANAGER - Leicester based / hybrid / travel across the UK Max Energy, established in 2015, is a leading provider of insulation solutions across various sectors including newbuild housing, social housing, and property management. Our commitment to quality service and expertise has made us a trusted partner for top housebuilders and property professionals. Summary We are seeking a dedicated SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality standards at Max Energy. This pivotal role is based in GB and contributes directly to our mission of delivering reliable and high-quality insulation services. Responsibilities Lead and develop the SHEQ strategy aligned with business growth and sustainability goals. Ensure full compliance with UK health & safety legislation, environmental standards, and industry best practice. Act as the competent person for health and safety across solar and insulation operations. Develop, implement, and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems. Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across sites, identifying and mitigating risks. Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformities, driving corrective actions and learning. Support operational teams with practical guidance on safe installation practices and quality standards. Deliver SHEQ training and leadership coaching to managers and field teams. Monitor and report on SHEQ performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership. Promote a positive safety culture that encourages accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Qualifications Proven experience in a SHEQ leadership role within construction, energy, or a related field. Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and compliance requirements Experience working with renewable energy, solar PV, or retrofit/insulation programmes is highly desirable. Relevant qualifications - NEBOSH Diploma/Certificate. Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Strong analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full UK driving licence
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
SHEQ MANAGER - Leicester based / hybrid / travel across the UK Max Energy, established in 2015, is a leading provider of insulation solutions across various sectors including newbuild housing, social housing, and property management. Our commitment to quality service and expertise has made us a trusted partner for top housebuilders and property professionals. Summary We are seeking a dedicated SHEQ Manager to oversee safety, health, environment, and quality standards at Max Energy. This pivotal role is based in GB and contributes directly to our mission of delivering reliable and high-quality insulation services. Responsibilities Lead and develop the SHEQ strategy aligned with business growth and sustainability goals. Ensure full compliance with UK health & safety legislation, environmental standards, and industry best practice. Act as the competent person for health and safety across solar and insulation operations. Develop, implement, and maintain SHEQ policies, procedures, and management systems. Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments across sites, identifying and mitigating risks. Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformities, driving corrective actions and learning. Support operational teams with practical guidance on safe installation practices and quality standards. Deliver SHEQ training and leadership coaching to managers and field teams. Monitor and report on SHEQ performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership. Promote a positive safety culture that encourages accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Qualifications Proven experience in a SHEQ leadership role within construction, energy, or a related field. Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and compliance requirements Experience working with renewable energy, solar PV, or retrofit/insulation programmes is highly desirable. Relevant qualifications - NEBOSH Diploma/Certificate. Demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Strong analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full UK driving licence
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City, Wolverhampton
Ready to open a new children s home? Join this well established, growing organisation in 2026 to develop as a Registered Children s Home Manager! Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager Home Type: Brand-New 2 Bedded EBD Children s Home Location: Wolverhampton , West Midlands Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a Market Leading Five Figure Bonus Scheme Dedicated Head Office, HR, Compliance and Recruitment Teams! Who will you be working for? This therapeutic PACE led organisation is currently in a growth phase! They currently operate 9 children s homes and an independent SEMH school across the West Midlands, 7 of these homes have been inspected ( 3 Good, 3 Outstanding & 1 RI Home ), including both EBD and LD registrations. This organisation has pioneered residential childcare in the West Midlands since 2017 and are run by an impressive team of therapeutic and clinical professionals, including a specialist CAMHs consultant with 20 years experience in psychiatry and a senior director within the healthcare and education sector. This is an incredibly exciting time for the company as they look to build upon their already incredible growth over the last eight years, all the while developing their services and practice to create opportunities and positive outcomes for their staff and children. The Package & Benefits: Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a, depending on experience and qualifications Performance Bonuses: Up to £11,000 p/a on top of your salary, based on KPIs, Ofsted and Occupancy Professional Development: Opportunity to complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management for Residential Childcare to open the door to progression Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , Quality Assurance, or RI/Operations/Senior Management roles Holiday: Birthday off & paid! Additional Benefits: Earn up to £1000 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Blue Light Card, high-street discounts, and more! What Will The Role Entail? As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence. The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At: Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews. Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals. Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role: Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out! Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
Ready to open a new children s home? Join this well established, growing organisation in 2026 to develop as a Registered Children s Home Manager! Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager Home Type: Brand-New 2 Bedded EBD Children s Home Location: Wolverhampton , West Midlands Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a Market Leading Five Figure Bonus Scheme Dedicated Head Office, HR, Compliance and Recruitment Teams! Who will you be working for? This therapeutic PACE led organisation is currently in a growth phase! They currently operate 9 children s homes and an independent SEMH school across the West Midlands, 7 of these homes have been inspected ( 3 Good, 3 Outstanding & 1 RI Home ), including both EBD and LD registrations. This organisation has pioneered residential childcare in the West Midlands since 2017 and are run by an impressive team of therapeutic and clinical professionals, including a specialist CAMHs consultant with 20 years experience in psychiatry and a senior director within the healthcare and education sector. This is an incredibly exciting time for the company as they look to build upon their already incredible growth over the last eight years, all the while developing their services and practice to create opportunities and positive outcomes for their staff and children. The Package & Benefits: Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a, depending on experience and qualifications Performance Bonuses: Up to £11,000 p/a on top of your salary, based on KPIs, Ofsted and Occupancy Professional Development: Opportunity to complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management for Residential Childcare to open the door to progression Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , Quality Assurance, or RI/Operations/Senior Management roles Holiday: Birthday off & paid! Additional Benefits: Earn up to £1000 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Blue Light Card, high-street discounts, and more! What Will The Role Entail? As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence. The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At: Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews. Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals. Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role: Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out! Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.
Your new company This organisation is a fast-growing, boutique advisory consultancy supporting a diverse client base across private equity-backed businesses, corporates, and public sector organisations. They specialise in providing hands-on financial and commercial expertise during periods of change, including transactions, transformation, and performance improvement initiatives. They are seeking commercially minded and technically capable professionals with the credibility and communication skills to thrive in client-facing roles. They hire a range of profiles including: ACA's coming from Top 15 firms with Audit or Accounting experience, industry trained ACCA/CIMA's with an FP&A / modelling background, those who have finished a graduate rotational scheme, and candidates with M&A / TS backgrounds. Your new role As a Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact client engagements, working closely with senior stakeholders across a variety of projects. You will typically be involved in multiple assignments, supporting both strategic and operational finance initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the delivery of client projects across transactions, financial modelling, and business transformation Producing high-quality financial analysis, forecasts, and reporting insights Assisting with commercial initiatives such as cost optimisation and performance improvement Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support ongoing engagements Contributing to project delivery from planning through to execution What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with experience gained in practice, advisory or industry. You will be commercially aware, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-paced, client-facing environments, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Keen to speak to candidates who are: ACA's coming straight out of Top 15 firms Industry-trained ACCA/CIMAs from FP&A, modelling or graduate scheme backgrounds (open on sector) ACA's with additional experience in M&A, Transactional Finance and Corporate Finance What you'll get in return In return, you will join a high-growth consultancy offering exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients, alongside clear opportunities for progression. The role provides a collaborative and dynamic working environment, competitive salary and bonus potential, and the chance to develop both your technical and commercial skillset. 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)
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
Your new company This organisation is a fast-growing, boutique advisory consultancy supporting a diverse client base across private equity-backed businesses, corporates, and public sector organisations. They specialise in providing hands-on financial and commercial expertise during periods of change, including transactions, transformation, and performance improvement initiatives. They are seeking commercially minded and technically capable professionals with the credibility and communication skills to thrive in client-facing roles. They hire a range of profiles including: ACA's coming from Top 15 firms with Audit or Accounting experience, industry trained ACCA/CIMA's with an FP&A / modelling background, those who have finished a graduate rotational scheme, and candidates with M&A / TS backgrounds. Your new role As a Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact client engagements, working closely with senior stakeholders across a variety of projects. You will typically be involved in multiple assignments, supporting both strategic and operational finance initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the delivery of client projects across transactions, financial modelling, and business transformation Producing high-quality financial analysis, forecasts, and reporting insights Assisting with commercial initiatives such as cost optimisation and performance improvement Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support ongoing engagements Contributing to project delivery from planning through to execution What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with experience gained in practice, advisory or industry. You will be commercially aware, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-paced, client-facing environments, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Keen to speak to candidates who are: ACA's coming straight out of Top 15 firms Industry-trained ACCA/CIMAs from FP&A, modelling or graduate scheme backgrounds (open on sector) ACA's with additional experience in M&A, Transactional Finance and Corporate Finance What you'll get in return In return, you will join a high-growth consultancy offering exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients, alongside clear opportunities for progression. The role provides a collaborative and dynamic working environment, competitive salary and bonus potential, and the chance to develop both your technical and commercial skillset. 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)
Job Title:Senior Project Manager Location: Leeds Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Sector: Public Sector Job Description North is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager (PM) to join our team delivering leading brand CCTV, Access Control, and Intercom solutions for a large multi-year contract to a key public sector customer. North solutions range from basic systems to fully integrated solutions bringing together CCTV, Access Control, Fire, Intruder, and BMS into a single management console. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and executing the project achieving successful outcomes for our customers. The ideal applicant will have proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects within residential, commercial or similar high-risk environments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Leadership & Delivery: Lead, plan, execute, and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, with a focus on quality and safety. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures.Oversee all project phases from initial design and procurement through to installation, commissioning, testing, and final handover. Ensure all project documentation is accurately maintained and compliant with relevant standards and legislation ie NSI, BAFE, and British Standards Oversee the implementation of robust and compliant fire stopping solutions following any penetration works, ensuring Passive Fire Protection (PFP) integrity.Work closely with structural engineers, fire engineers, and building control bodies as required.Demonstrate an understanding of building physics, structural loads, and fire compartmentalisation. Site Management & Health & Safety: Assume overall responsibility for effective site management, ensuring a safe and productive working environment. Act as or oversee the role of Principal Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) 2015, ensuring all duties are discharged effectively. Develop and enforce site-specific health and safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments. Manage temporary works requirements, including effective compound management and site logistics. Conduct regular site inspections and audits, addressing any non-compliance promptly. Commercial & Financial Management: Manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure profitable project delivery. Oversee cost control, identifying efficiency opportunities without compromising quality or safety. Lead variation and change management, ensuring all scope changes are documented, approved, and costed. Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual and performance standards. Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities. Develop and implement mitigation strategies for identified risks. Maintain a comprehensive risk register and communicate updates to stakeholders. Stakeholder & Client Communication Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with the client, residents, local authorities, building control, and other key stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring clear, proactive, and consistent communication regarding project progress, milestones, risks, and changes. Provide regular, clear, and concise project updates and reports, tailoring communication to the audience.Effectively manage expectations and swiftly resolve any issues or conflicts in a professional and transparent manner. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects Strong technical knowledge of passive and active fire protection, CCTV, and access control systems. Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 with a strong commitment to Health & Safety best practice. Experience managing temporary works, site logistics, and compound setup/management. Strong commercial acumen with proven cost control, budget, and change/variation management experience. Proficient in risk and opportunity management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations. Proven leadership managing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and effective at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project). Relevant project management qualifications (PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) desirable. Recognised Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) desirable. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including: Generous holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing programmes Professional development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Employee assistance programmes How to Apply If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form . We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title:Senior Project Manager Location: Leeds Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Sector: Public Sector Job Description North is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager (PM) to join our team delivering leading brand CCTV, Access Control, and Intercom solutions for a large multi-year contract to a key public sector customer. North solutions range from basic systems to fully integrated solutions bringing together CCTV, Access Control, Fire, Intruder, and BMS into a single management console. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and executing the project achieving successful outcomes for our customers. The ideal applicant will have proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects within residential, commercial or similar high-risk environments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Leadership & Delivery: Lead, plan, execute, and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, with a focus on quality and safety. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures.Oversee all project phases from initial design and procurement through to installation, commissioning, testing, and final handover. Ensure all project documentation is accurately maintained and compliant with relevant standards and legislation ie NSI, BAFE, and British Standards Oversee the implementation of robust and compliant fire stopping solutions following any penetration works, ensuring Passive Fire Protection (PFP) integrity.Work closely with structural engineers, fire engineers, and building control bodies as required.Demonstrate an understanding of building physics, structural loads, and fire compartmentalisation. Site Management & Health & Safety: Assume overall responsibility for effective site management, ensuring a safe and productive working environment. Act as or oversee the role of Principal Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) 2015, ensuring all duties are discharged effectively. Develop and enforce site-specific health and safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments. Manage temporary works requirements, including effective compound management and site logistics. Conduct regular site inspections and audits, addressing any non-compliance promptly. Commercial & Financial Management: Manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure profitable project delivery. Oversee cost control, identifying efficiency opportunities without compromising quality or safety. Lead variation and change management, ensuring all scope changes are documented, approved, and costed. Manage supplier and subcontractor relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual and performance standards. Risk & Opportunity Management: Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities. Develop and implement mitigation strategies for identified risks. Maintain a comprehensive risk register and communicate updates to stakeholders. Stakeholder & Client Communication Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with the client, residents, local authorities, building control, and other key stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring clear, proactive, and consistent communication regarding project progress, milestones, risks, and changes. Provide regular, clear, and concise project updates and reports, tailoring communication to the audience.Effectively manage expectations and swiftly resolve any issues or conflicts in a professional and transparent manner. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects Strong technical knowledge of passive and active fire protection, CCTV, and access control systems. Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 with a strong commitment to Health & Safety best practice. Experience managing temporary works, site logistics, and compound setup/management. Strong commercial acumen with proven cost control, budget, and change/variation management experience. Proficient in risk and opportunity management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations. Proven leadership managing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and effective at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project). Relevant project management qualifications (PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) desirable. Recognised Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) desirable. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including: Generous holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing programmes Professional development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Employee assistance programmes How to Apply If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form . We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK
We are delighted to be working with one of the most prestigious firms in the country. Renowned for its strong focus on employee wellbeing and a genuine commitment to work-life balance, this Top 50 firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice. You ll be joining a team of ambitious, motivated professionals in a collaborative environment where career development is taken seriously. With structured support, clear progression routes and a people-first culture, this is an ideal move for those looking to grow within a high-performing practice. Job Title PQ Audit Senior Job Type Permanent Location Woking Salary £37 000 Reference no: 15869w PQ Audit Senior - Benefits 25 days base holiday with the option to buy more or sell unwanted days Private Medical Cover Enhanced Pension Contributions Life Assurance Group Income Protection Enhanced Parental & Family leave Career coaching and development plan PQ Audit Senior About The Role Joining as an Audit Senior, you ll play a key role in the successful delivery of Audit engagements from planning through to completion. You ll lead fieldwork on-site, liaise with clients and partners, and help ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. You ll also support and guide junior members of the team, creating a positive learning environment while maintaining high professional standards. Responsibilities include: Supervise audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard Review work prepared by junior team members, offering feedback and guidance to support their development Collaborate with the wider audit team to manage workloads and maintain consistent audit quality Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout engagements Utilise audit software and remote working tools to deliver services efficiently, whether on site or off site Monitor budgets and deadlines, helping ensure audit work remains within scope and agreed timelines The successful PQ Audit Senior will have: ACA or ACCA qualification, or working towards qualification Experience in corporate audit across a range of industry sectors Strong working knowledge of FRS 102 and/or IFRS Confident communicator with clients and colleagues at all levels A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and team development An interest in understanding clients businesses and strategic goals Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Jan 20, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to be working with one of the most prestigious firms in the country. Renowned for its strong focus on employee wellbeing and a genuine commitment to work-life balance, this Top 50 firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice. You ll be joining a team of ambitious, motivated professionals in a collaborative environment where career development is taken seriously. With structured support, clear progression routes and a people-first culture, this is an ideal move for those looking to grow within a high-performing practice. Job Title PQ Audit Senior Job Type Permanent Location Woking Salary £37 000 Reference no: 15869w PQ Audit Senior - Benefits 25 days base holiday with the option to buy more or sell unwanted days Private Medical Cover Enhanced Pension Contributions Life Assurance Group Income Protection Enhanced Parental & Family leave Career coaching and development plan PQ Audit Senior About The Role Joining as an Audit Senior, you ll play a key role in the successful delivery of Audit engagements from planning through to completion. You ll lead fieldwork on-site, liaise with clients and partners, and help ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. You ll also support and guide junior members of the team, creating a positive learning environment while maintaining high professional standards. Responsibilities include: Supervise audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard Review work prepared by junior team members, offering feedback and guidance to support their development Collaborate with the wider audit team to manage workloads and maintain consistent audit quality Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout engagements Utilise audit software and remote working tools to deliver services efficiently, whether on site or off site Monitor budgets and deadlines, helping ensure audit work remains within scope and agreed timelines The successful PQ Audit Senior will have: ACA or ACCA qualification, or working towards qualification Experience in corporate audit across a range of industry sectors Strong working knowledge of FRS 102 and/or IFRS Confident communicator with clients and colleagues at all levels A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and team development An interest in understanding clients businesses and strategic goals Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Our client are a leading manufacturer of precision parts for the aerospace industry. They are looking to add a dynamic Trade Compliance Manager to their team on a permanent basis. This would be a great fit for a meticulous individual who enjoys challenge and variety in their day to day. Trade Compliance Manager (ITAR) Permanent position Global manufacturer of precision components 10% matched pension, 25 days holiday & life assurance Relocation assistance This position requires significant experience with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations and UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations. The Trade Compliance Manager will ensure that all trade compliance requirements are met, including managing the international shipping process, handling export and import documentation, and overseeing the use of licenses, exceptions, and exemptions. The role also involves conducting internal audits, providing internal training, developing and maintaining internal trade compliance processes and policies, and ensuring that compliance standards are consistently met.The Trade Compliance Manager will work closely with the Regional/Senior Trade Compliance Manager or Director to ensure the efficient and compliant operation of all trade activities at the site. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Comply with the Conduct Requirements and Export Compliance Manual/Handbook. Oversee trade compliance activities at the manufacturing location, ensuring full adherence to ITAR, EAR, UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations and other relevant export/import regulations. Maintain and enforce internal trade compliance processes and policies, ensuring they align with legal and regulatory requirements. Ensure the proper documentation is in place for international shipments, including Commercial Invoices, Customs Filings, Air Waybill (AWB),Ocean Waybill or Truck Waybill, export licenses, and any applicable exceptions or exemptions. Conduct regular internal audits of the site's trade compliance activities, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective actions as necessary. Provide internal training to site employees on trade compliance matters, ensuring they understand regulatory requirements and company policies. Develop and deliver training sessions to increase awareness of trade compliance practices across the site. Collaborate with the Regional/Senior Trade Compliance Manager or Director /DCM to develop and implement trade compliance procedures, controls, and best practices. Review and approve export and import documentation for accuracy and compliance with legal and company requirements. Manage and maintain export classification product matrix. Manage and maintain export licenses applications and management Work closely with internal teams (logistics, shipping, legal, etc.) to ensure the smooth processing of international shipments. Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements, including any needed filings for export licenses, customs clearance and recordkeeping. Responsible for Customs Duty Reduction Program such as Inward Processing Relief (IPR) Maintain and update site records to ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements. Monitor changes in export and import regulations and work with the leadership team to implement necessary changes to ensure continued compliance. Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred and experience working in trade compliance Proven track record and experience in trade compliance, specifically with ITAR, EAR and UK Strategic Export Control List regulations. Experience working with the U.S. Department of State (ITAR) and the Department of Commerce (EAR) or equivalent. Knowledge of automated trade compliance systems and reporting platforms. Strong knowledge of UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations Strong knowledge of international shipping processes, including Commercial Invoices, Customs Clearance, Waybill (Air, Ocean or Truck), export/import licensing, and exception/exemption use. Experience conducting internal audits of trade compliance practices and implementing corrective actions. Ability to develop and deliver effective internal training programs on trade compliance topics. Experience in developing and implementing internal trade compliance processes, policies, and procedures. Familiarity with export licensing, export classification, and UK, EU, and U.S. Customs regulations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a team Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:15pm Friday - 8am to 3pm Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 10% matched pension 3x annual salary life assurance Profit related bonus scheme Please note this role will be site based and is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires the jobholder to obtain a UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance .
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Our client are a leading manufacturer of precision parts for the aerospace industry. They are looking to add a dynamic Trade Compliance Manager to their team on a permanent basis. This would be a great fit for a meticulous individual who enjoys challenge and variety in their day to day. Trade Compliance Manager (ITAR) Permanent position Global manufacturer of precision components 10% matched pension, 25 days holiday & life assurance Relocation assistance This position requires significant experience with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations and UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations. The Trade Compliance Manager will ensure that all trade compliance requirements are met, including managing the international shipping process, handling export and import documentation, and overseeing the use of licenses, exceptions, and exemptions. The role also involves conducting internal audits, providing internal training, developing and maintaining internal trade compliance processes and policies, and ensuring that compliance standards are consistently met.The Trade Compliance Manager will work closely with the Regional/Senior Trade Compliance Manager or Director to ensure the efficient and compliant operation of all trade activities at the site. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Comply with the Conduct Requirements and Export Compliance Manual/Handbook. Oversee trade compliance activities at the manufacturing location, ensuring full adherence to ITAR, EAR, UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations and other relevant export/import regulations. Maintain and enforce internal trade compliance processes and policies, ensuring they align with legal and regulatory requirements. Ensure the proper documentation is in place for international shipments, including Commercial Invoices, Customs Filings, Air Waybill (AWB),Ocean Waybill or Truck Waybill, export licenses, and any applicable exceptions or exemptions. Conduct regular internal audits of the site's trade compliance activities, identifying potential risks and implementing corrective actions as necessary. Provide internal training to site employees on trade compliance matters, ensuring they understand regulatory requirements and company policies. Develop and deliver training sessions to increase awareness of trade compliance practices across the site. Collaborate with the Regional/Senior Trade Compliance Manager or Director /DCM to develop and implement trade compliance procedures, controls, and best practices. Review and approve export and import documentation for accuracy and compliance with legal and company requirements. Manage and maintain export classification product matrix. Manage and maintain export licenses applications and management Work closely with internal teams (logistics, shipping, legal, etc.) to ensure the smooth processing of international shipments. Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements, including any needed filings for export licenses, customs clearance and recordkeeping. Responsible for Customs Duty Reduction Program such as Inward Processing Relief (IPR) Maintain and update site records to ensure compliance with internal policies and legal requirements. Monitor changes in export and import regulations and work with the leadership team to implement necessary changes to ensure continued compliance. Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred and experience working in trade compliance Proven track record and experience in trade compliance, specifically with ITAR, EAR and UK Strategic Export Control List regulations. Experience working with the U.S. Department of State (ITAR) and the Department of Commerce (EAR) or equivalent. Knowledge of automated trade compliance systems and reporting platforms. Strong knowledge of UK Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF) regulations Strong knowledge of international shipping processes, including Commercial Invoices, Customs Clearance, Waybill (Air, Ocean or Truck), export/import licensing, and exception/exemption use. Experience conducting internal audits of trade compliance practices and implementing corrective actions. Ability to develop and deliver effective internal training programs on trade compliance topics. Experience in developing and implementing internal trade compliance processes, policies, and procedures. Familiarity with export licensing, export classification, and UK, EU, and U.S. Customs regulations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure. Ability to work independently and in a team Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:15pm Friday - 8am to 3pm Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 10% matched pension 3x annual salary life assurance Profit related bonus scheme Please note this role will be site based and is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires the jobholder to obtain a UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance .
Audit Senior Manager, ACA, ACCA, External Audit, Bristol Audit Senior Manager required to work for a fast growing Accountancy Practice based in Bristol. We need an experienced external Senior Audit Manager to add to the team and assist with the incoming bulk of work that is already there. This is not a fee-earning role, but you will be dealing with existing clients, along with attending client visits. The preference is to recruit someone from the Big 4, or ideally from the Top 20 Accountancy Firms in the United Kingdom. The natural weekly pattern is 3 days in the office, 1 day on client sites and 1 day working from home. Also, if you are already being sponsored by the firm you work for, this company is willing for the sponsorship to be transferred over. Brand new sponsorships from overseas will not be acceptable. This is a great opportunity working for the nicest firm we deal with as a recruitment business. Salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Audit Senior Manager, ACA, ACCA, External Audit, Bristol Audit Senior Manager required to work for a fast growing Accountancy Practice based in Bristol. We need an experienced external Senior Audit Manager to add to the team and assist with the incoming bulk of work that is already there. This is not a fee-earning role, but you will be dealing with existing clients, along with attending client visits. The preference is to recruit someone from the Big 4, or ideally from the Top 20 Accountancy Firms in the United Kingdom. The natural weekly pattern is 3 days in the office, 1 day on client sites and 1 day working from home. Also, if you are already being sponsored by the firm you work for, this company is willing for the sponsorship to be transferred over. Brand new sponsorships from overseas will not be acceptable. This is a great opportunity working for the nicest firm we deal with as a recruitment business. Salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details.
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Associate Finance Business Partner, We drive our own success Salary £30,000 - £40,000 Benefits: Staff Shop, MyBargains, Pension Location :Deal Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work 08:30 - 17:00 Contract Type - Permanent Please be informed that this role offers a job share option, which aims to promote a collaborative approach to workload management and improved work-life balance by sharing a full-time role with another colleague. Why join us? We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more. We believe in fuelling ambition and guiding success. In supporting everyone with talent and drive to own what they do, realise their potential and build a brilliant future for themselves at Bakkavor. About the role We're proud to offer you a career with real scope for development. To reward your hard work and ambition as a talented Associate Finance Business Partner with plenty of support and opportunity. Empowering you to drive your own success and create a career you can be proud of too. In this busy and exciting role, you will support the (Senior) Finance Business Partners with providing insight to the Factory Management and wider Operations teams - to aid decision-making that drives site profitability. You will become part of the broader Business Finance Team and build a positive working relationship with the Business FP&A Team - to communicate factory trends and cost drivers for input to financial models. Transactional processing, analysis and adherence to Group controls following SOPs to execute tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs - will be top of your agenda. Role Accountabilities Product Costing & Pricing (60% of focus at the beginning) Supporting standard cost reset activities (prepared by the Business FP&A Team) and performing deep dives into data to support any complex pricing decisions Contributing to the end-to-end costings process, ensuring timetable and controls are adhered to from a Finance perspective Ensuring adherence to agreed financial processes and controls within the costing system (Recipe Professor) Supporting on product costing meetings and ensuring all launch and implementation costs are captured, including opportunities and risks associated with operational processes that could impact the financials Supporting preparers of new and existing product development costs, escalating concerns as necessary to the (Senior) Finance Business Partners. Ensuring the correct costs are included in 'As-is/To-be' models at each stage of the Development process Working with Business FP&A team as necessary, to prepare any ad-hoc costing analysis as requested by the wider operations team in a timely and efficient manner Understanding variances against standard cost and ensuring these are accurately captured to maintain a catalogue of actual cost by product Business Partnering (30% of focus - will increase over time) Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners in translating complex financial data into clear and actionable business insights Fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to remain up to date with latest operation activity and priorities Working closely with wider business teams to accurately gather data for profit improvement initiatives to track their progress against defined financial targets Reviewing and analyse P&L and Tracker information to highlight trends Providing information and insight to the (Senior) Finance Business Partner to aid their input to the Finance Shared Services Team in their production of weekly and monthly Overhead reports and P&Ls / balance sheet reconciliations Supporting with cost centre reviews alongside cost centre owners and assisting with any ad hoc information requests or deep dives into data Generating ad-hoc operational and overhead reports to support the analysis of business performance Collaborating with Operational teams to understand full Redzone functionality Forecasting (5% of focus) Understanding Business trends and cost drivers and ensuring these are effectively communicated to Business FP&A Team for inclusion in 13-week tracker forecasts, quarterly rolling forecasts and 3-year Business plans Delivering feedback to the Business FP&A Team members on any forecast data templates and supporting analysis in a timely and accurate manner, for inclusion in financial forecast submissions Providing Cost Centre Managers with information and analysis to aid preparation of overhead forecast plans, ensuring they accurately reflect expected inflation Understanding monthly and quarterly variance analysis between actual financial performance and forecasts/budgets prepared by Business FP&A Team Capital Management and Investment Appraisal (5% of focus) Assisting with preparation of capital invoice additions forecast and capital cash forecast, identifying project slippage and supporting generation of corrective action plans Communication and Change Management Build relationships with key internal stakeholders and effectively communicate escalations Work with the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to communicate related updates, progress, and challenges Collaborating closely with peers from the Business FP&A Team and Finance Shared Services to harmonise ways of working and drive process improvements Supporting the (Senior) Finance Business Partners to work closely with the wider Operations and Site Excellence teams to identify continuous improvement opportunities and cost reduction plans Contributing to projects as required, examples of which range from supporting centralisation projects and IS transformation projects Working with other parts of the broader finance function (Finance Shared Services, Group, UK FP&A) and central excellence teams as relevant, contributing to the UK finance agenda, driving best practice and standardisation Control Environment Assisting and supporting in all internal & external audit related activities as required Ensuring site adherence to Group controls, identifying and challenging gaps and supporting wider ops teams to resolve and implement new and improved processes that align to agreed standards Supporting site asset verification activity About you Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of accounting concepts and / or will be currently undergoing professional accounting qualification training (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Knowledge of Operational Finance, strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and concisely, MS Office proficiency, effective time management, diligence and the ability to engage / effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders - will be key. If you have a passion for Finance, are comfortable operating in a fast paced and dynamic work environment and open to change, with the competence to positively contribute to the growth and transformation of your immediate team - this could be the perfect role for you. What you'll receive As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role) Private medical insurance (after 5 years' service) Staff Shop Stakeholder Pension Scheme Discount & cashback platform Personal Accident Insurance Free health check Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Salary sacrifice car lease scheme Free independent mortgage advice Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Free car parking - Site dependant Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions. Proud to be Bakkavor We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Audit Senior Manager, ACA, ACCA, External Audit, Bristol Audit Senior Manager required to work for a fast growing Accountancy Practice based in Bristol. We need an experienced external Senior Audit Manager to add to the team and assist with the incoming bulk of work that is already there. This is not a fee-earning role, but you will be dealing with existing clients, along with attending client visits. The preference is to recruit someone from the Big 4, or ideally from the Top 20 Accountancy Firms in the United Kingdom. The natural weekly pattern is 3 days in the office, 1 day on client sites and 1 day working from home. Also, if you are already being sponsored by the firm you work for, this company is willing for the sponsorship to be transferred over. Brand new sponsorships from overseas will not be acceptable. This is a great opportunity working for the nicest firm we deal with as a recruitment business. Salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Audit Senior Manager, ACA, ACCA, External Audit, Bristol Audit Senior Manager required to work for a fast growing Accountancy Practice based in Bristol. We need an experienced external Senior Audit Manager to add to the team and assist with the incoming bulk of work that is already there. This is not a fee-earning role, but you will be dealing with existing clients, along with attending client visits. The preference is to recruit someone from the Big 4, or ideally from the Top 20 Accountancy Firms in the United Kingdom. The natural weekly pattern is 3 days in the office, 1 day on client sites and 1 day working from home. Also, if you are already being sponsored by the firm you work for, this company is willing for the sponsorship to be transferred over. Brand new sponsorships from overseas will not be acceptable. This is a great opportunity working for the nicest firm we deal with as a recruitment business. Salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details.
