Your new company Progressive council serving thriving coastal, rural and market town communities Your new role Chief Financial Accountant Hybrid 2 days on site 50,000 to 60,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Financial Accountant to join a well-established district council based in the beautiful coastal area of the East of England. The area boasts stunning countryside, vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community, while remaining well-connected to Norwich, Cambridge and London. This is a key technical finance role, leading on statutory accounts, external audit, treasury-related matters, financial governance, and supporting the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Assets, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the council maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance. You will be responsible for: Leading the annual Statement of Accounts process and year-end closure programme. Managing the relationship with external auditors and acting as the council's primary audit contact. Coordinating the production of high-quality audit working papers and supporting documentation. Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior officers, members, and external stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, CIPFA guidance and governance requirements. Supporting budget setting processes and annual Council Tax determination. Overseeing government returns and statutory financial submissions. Managing the council's insurance arrangements and associated claims processes. Leading responses to financial consultations and monitoring emerging legislative and accounting developments. Supporting and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation workstreams and technical accounting requirements. Building strong relationships across services to promote sound financial management and governance. What you'll need to succeed CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience within a local government finance environment. Extensive knowledge of local authority finance and accounting requirements. Strong understanding of statutory accounts production and year-end processes. Experience managing or coordinating external audit activities. Excellent knowledge of local government financial legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills. Experience providing professional financial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of treasury management and capital finance regulations. Understanding of Business Rates Retention, Council Tax and Collection Fund accounting. Experience leading service improvement or finance transformation initiatives. Previous involvement in Local Government Reorganisation programmes. Team leadership or management experience. Procurement and contract management knowledge. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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)
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Your new company Progressive council serving thriving coastal, rural and market town communities Your new role Chief Financial Accountant Hybrid 2 days on site 50,000 to 60,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Financial Accountant to join a well-established district council based in the beautiful coastal area of the East of England. The area boasts stunning countryside, vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community, while remaining well-connected to Norwich, Cambridge and London. This is a key technical finance role, leading on statutory accounts, external audit, treasury-related matters, financial governance, and supporting the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Assets, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the council maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance. You will be responsible for: Leading the annual Statement of Accounts process and year-end closure programme. Managing the relationship with external auditors and acting as the council's primary audit contact. Coordinating the production of high-quality audit working papers and supporting documentation. Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior officers, members, and external stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, CIPFA guidance and governance requirements. Supporting budget setting processes and annual Council Tax determination. Overseeing government returns and statutory financial submissions. Managing the council's insurance arrangements and associated claims processes. Leading responses to financial consultations and monitoring emerging legislative and accounting developments. Supporting and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation workstreams and technical accounting requirements. Building strong relationships across services to promote sound financial management and governance. What you'll need to succeed CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience within a local government finance environment. Extensive knowledge of local authority finance and accounting requirements. Strong understanding of statutory accounts production and year-end processes. Experience managing or coordinating external audit activities. Excellent knowledge of local government financial legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills. Experience providing professional financial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of treasury management and capital finance regulations. Understanding of Business Rates Retention, Council Tax and Collection Fund accounting. Experience leading service improvement or finance transformation initiatives. Previous involvement in Local Government Reorganisation programmes. Team leadership or management experience. Procurement and contract management knowledge. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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)
Workstream Lead - People and Organisational Procurement Transformation Client: London local authority Role Overview This section has been omitted due to word limits; however, the full job description will be shared and discussed with applicants who meet the essential requirements. Key Responsibilities Organisation Design and Workforce Planning Lead the people and organisational change workstream for the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme. Ensure that organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption activities are successfully delivered. Build upon existing plans to further define the target resource and capacity model. Ensure that the workforce model is aligned with delivery demand, the procurement pipeline and service requirements across the organisation. Establish clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities aligned with category ownership. Enable the transition towards a more active, delivery-focused commercial capability. Workforce Transition and Employee Relations Develop and deliver comprehensive workforce transition plans, including consultation, implementation and the realignment of existing employees into the new operating model. Lead engagement with trade unions, employee representatives, HR teams and senior management. Support formal consultation activities, organisational change processes and workforce transition arrangements. Identify and manage employee relations considerations arising from restructuring and organisational change. Support the recruitment, onboarding and mobilisation of new roles. Ensure that the function has the capacity and capability required to deliver both the transformation programme and ongoing business-as-usual activity. Change Management and Organisational Readiness Develop and implement change management approaches that build understanding, engagement and adoption of the new operating model. Ensure that employees are appropriately supported throughout organisational change and role transition. Develop and coordinate workforce communications and employee engagement activity. Maintain clear, consistent and timely messaging throughout programme delivery. Establish organisational readiness assessments, transition criteria and implementation plans. Ensure that the required people, structures, capabilities and behaviours are in place ahead of implementation. Create clarity and alignment between programme teams, procurement teams and service areas. Support effective collaboration and end-to-end accountability across the organisation. Capability, Culture and Sustainability Lead the development of capability frameworks, competency models, learning pathways and professional development programmes. Support the transition to category management and strengthen commercial, procurement and contract management capability across the organisation. Promote a high-performance commercial culture centred on accountability, collaboration, category ownership, value for money and consistent decision-making. Support behavioural and cultural change alongside structural transformation. Embed the new organisational structures, capabilities and ways of working into business as usual. Ensure that improvements are sustainable beyond the formal programme delivery period. Essential Experience The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant experience leading complex organisational change and workforce transformation programmes within large public-sector or similarly complex organisations. Essential previous experience working within the public sector. Demonstrable experience designing and implementing organisational structures, target operating models, workforce strategies and operating model transitions. Proven experience supporting major transformation programmes through organisational design, workforce planning, employee engagement and change management interventions. Extensive experience managing organisational change processes, including formal consultation, employee relations matters, restructuring and workforce transition planning. Strong experience engaging and negotiating with trade unions and employee representatives. Experience developing workforce impact assessments, organisational readiness assessments and implementation plans for large-scale organisational change. Experience supporting recruitment, mobilisation and capability development associated with the implementation of new operating models. Proven experience developing learning and development strategies, competency frameworks and professional development pathways. A strong understanding of recognised change management methodologies and approaches. Experience delivering behavioural and cultural change alongside structural and organisational transformation. Experience operating effectively at senior management level and providing advice, challenge and assurance to programme boards, senior leaders, HR teams and key stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation and influencing skills. The ability to work effectively with HR, trade unions, service leaders, programme teams and transformation professionals in a complex and politically sensitive environment. Desirable Experience Previous experience working within a local authority or council environment. Experience delivering people and organisational change within procurement, commercial or contract management transformation programmes. Knowledge of local-government governance, consultation and organisational change processes. Experience supporting the implementation of category management or hub-and-spoke operating models. Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Workstream Lead - People and Organisational Procurement Transformation Client: London local authority Role Overview This section has been omitted due to word limits; however, the full job description will be shared and discussed with applicants who meet the essential requirements. Key Responsibilities Organisation Design and Workforce Planning Lead the people and organisational change workstream for the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme. Ensure that organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption activities are successfully delivered. Build upon existing plans to further define the target resource and capacity model. Ensure that the workforce model is aligned with delivery demand, the procurement pipeline and service requirements across the organisation. Establish clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities aligned with category ownership. Enable the transition towards a more active, delivery-focused commercial capability. Workforce Transition and Employee Relations Develop and deliver comprehensive workforce transition plans, including consultation, implementation and the realignment of existing employees into the new operating model. Lead engagement with trade unions, employee representatives, HR teams and senior management. Support formal consultation activities, organisational change processes and workforce transition arrangements. Identify and manage employee relations considerations arising from restructuring and organisational change. Support the recruitment, onboarding and mobilisation of new roles. Ensure that the function has the capacity and capability required to deliver both the transformation programme and ongoing business-as-usual activity. Change Management and Organisational Readiness Develop and implement change management approaches that build understanding, engagement and adoption of the new operating model. Ensure that employees are appropriately supported throughout organisational change and role transition. Develop and coordinate workforce communications and employee engagement activity. Maintain clear, consistent and timely messaging throughout programme delivery. Establish organisational readiness assessments, transition criteria and implementation plans. Ensure that the required people, structures, capabilities and behaviours are in place ahead of implementation. Create clarity and alignment between programme teams, procurement teams and service areas. Support effective collaboration and end-to-end accountability across the organisation. Capability, Culture and Sustainability Lead the development of capability frameworks, competency models, learning pathways and professional development programmes. Support the transition to category management and strengthen commercial, procurement and contract management capability across the organisation. Promote a high-performance commercial culture centred on accountability, collaboration, category ownership, value for money and consistent decision-making. Support behavioural and cultural change alongside structural transformation. Embed the new organisational structures, capabilities and ways of working into business as usual. Ensure that improvements are sustainable beyond the formal programme delivery period. Essential Experience The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant experience leading complex organisational change and workforce transformation programmes within large public-sector or similarly complex organisations. Essential previous experience working within the public sector. Demonstrable experience designing and implementing organisational structures, target operating models, workforce strategies and operating model transitions. Proven experience supporting major transformation programmes through organisational design, workforce planning, employee engagement and change management interventions. Extensive experience managing organisational change processes, including formal consultation, employee relations matters, restructuring and workforce transition planning. Strong experience engaging and negotiating with trade unions and employee representatives. Experience developing workforce impact assessments, organisational readiness assessments and implementation plans for large-scale organisational change. Experience supporting recruitment, mobilisation and capability development associated with the implementation of new operating models. Proven experience developing learning and development strategies, competency frameworks and professional development pathways. A strong understanding of recognised change management methodologies and approaches. Experience delivering behavioural and cultural change alongside structural and organisational transformation. Experience operating effectively at senior management level and providing advice, challenge and assurance to programme boards, senior leaders, HR teams and key stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation and influencing skills. The ability to work effectively with HR, trade unions, service leaders, programme teams and transformation professionals in a complex and politically sensitive environment. Desirable Experience Previous experience working within a local authority or council environment. Experience delivering people and organisational change within procurement, commercial or contract management transformation programmes. Knowledge of local-government governance, consultation and organisational change processes. Experience supporting the implementation of category management or hub-and-spoke operating models. Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Role Overview Leads the people and organisational change aspects of the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme, ensuring that organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption are successfully delivered. The role will work closely with HR, trade unions, managers and programme stakeholders to design and implement a sustainable workforce model which supports the transition to the new hybrid hub-and-spoke operating model and embeds new ways of working across the Council. The postholder will provide specialist leadership on organisational change, consultation, workforce impact assessment, recruitment, mobilisation, learning and development and organisational readiness to ensure successful implementation of the target operating model. Key Responsibilities Organisation Design & Workforce Planning Lead the people and organisational change workstream for the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme, ensuring organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption activities are successfully delivered. Build on current plans to further define the target resource and capacity model, ensuring alignment to delivery demand, procurement pipeline and service requirements across the organisation. Establish clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities, ensuring alignment to category ownership and enabling a shift to active, delivery-focused commercial capability. Workforce Transition & Employee Relations Develop and deliver workforce transition plans, including consultation, implementation and realignment of existing staff into the new operating model. Lead engagement with Trade Unions, employee representatives, HR and management teams to support consultation activities, organisational change processes and workforce transition arrangements. Support the recruitment and mobilisation of new roles, ensuring the function has the capability required to deliver transformation and ongoing business-as-usual activity. Change Management & Readiness Develop and implement change management approaches that build understanding, engagement and adoption of the new operating model, ensuring employees are supported through organisational change and role transition. Develop and coordinate workforce communications and engagement activity, ensuring clear and consistent messaging throughout programme delivery. Establish organisational readiness assessments and transition criteria to ensure that people, structures, capabilities and behaviours are in place to support successful implementation of the target operating model. Ensure clear role clarity and alignment between programme, procurement and service teams, supporting effective collaboration and end-to-end accountability. Capability, Culture & Sustainability Lead the development of capability frameworks, competency models, learning pathways and professional development programmes to support the transition to category management and improve commercial, procurement and contract management capability across the Council. Support the development of a high-performance commercial culture by promoting accountability, collaboration, category ownership, value for money and consistent commercial decision-making across the organisation. Embed new organisational structures and ways of working into business as usual, ensuring sustainability beyond programme delivery. Essential Experience The successful candidate will need to demonstrate: Significant experience leading complex organisational change and workforce transformation programmes within large public sector or similarly complex organisations. Demonstrable experience of designing and implementing organisational structures, target operating models, workforce strategies and operating model transitions. Proven experience of supporting major transformation programmes through organisational design, employee engagement, workforce planning and change management interventions. Extensive experience of managing organisational change processes, including consultation, employee relations matters, trade union engagement, restructuring activity and workforce transition planning. Experience of developing workforce impact assessments, organisational readiness assessments and implementation plans to support large-scale organisational change. Experience of recruitment, mobilisation and capability development activity associated with the implementation of new operating models. Proven experience of developing learning and development strategies, competency frameworks and professional pathways to support organisational transformation. Strong understanding of change management methodologies and approaches, with experience of delivering behavioural and cultural change alongside structural organisational change. Experience of operating effectively at senior management level, providing advice and assurance to programme boards, senior leaders, HR teams and other key stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including experience of working with HR, trade unions, service leaders and transformation teams in complex organisational environments. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
Role Overview Leads the people and organisational change aspects of the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme, ensuring that organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption are successfully delivered. The role will work closely with HR, trade unions, managers and programme stakeholders to design and implement a sustainable workforce model which supports the transition to the new hybrid hub-and-spoke operating model and embeds new ways of working across the Council. The postholder will provide specialist leadership on organisational change, consultation, workforce impact assessment, recruitment, mobilisation, learning and development and organisational readiness to ensure successful implementation of the target operating model. Key Responsibilities Organisation Design & Workforce Planning Lead the people and organisational change workstream for the Procurement and Contract Management transformation programme, ensuring organisational design, workforce transition, employee engagement, capability development and change adoption activities are successfully delivered. Build on current plans to further define the target resource and capacity model, ensuring alignment to delivery demand, procurement pipeline and service requirements across the organisation. Establish clear roles, responsibilities and accountabilities, ensuring alignment to category ownership and enabling a shift to active, delivery-focused commercial capability. Workforce Transition & Employee Relations Develop and deliver workforce transition plans, including consultation, implementation and realignment of existing staff into the new operating model. Lead engagement with Trade Unions, employee representatives, HR and management teams to support consultation activities, organisational change processes and workforce transition arrangements. Support the recruitment and mobilisation of new roles, ensuring the function has the capability required to deliver transformation and ongoing business-as-usual activity. Change Management & Readiness Develop and implement change management approaches that build understanding, engagement and adoption of the new operating model, ensuring employees are supported through organisational change and role transition. Develop and coordinate workforce communications and engagement activity, ensuring clear and consistent messaging throughout programme delivery. Establish organisational readiness assessments and transition criteria to ensure that people, structures, capabilities and behaviours are in place to support successful implementation of the target operating model. Ensure clear role clarity and alignment between programme, procurement and service teams, supporting effective collaboration and end-to-end accountability. Capability, Culture & Sustainability Lead the development of capability frameworks, competency models, learning pathways and professional development programmes to support the transition to category management and improve commercial, procurement and contract management capability across the Council. Support the development of a high-performance commercial culture by promoting accountability, collaboration, category ownership, value for money and consistent commercial decision-making across the organisation. Embed new organisational structures and ways of working into business as usual, ensuring sustainability beyond programme delivery. Essential Experience The successful candidate will need to demonstrate: Significant experience leading complex organisational change and workforce transformation programmes within large public sector or similarly complex organisations. Demonstrable experience of designing and implementing organisational structures, target operating models, workforce strategies and operating model transitions. Proven experience of supporting major transformation programmes through organisational design, employee engagement, workforce planning and change management interventions. Extensive experience of managing organisational change processes, including consultation, employee relations matters, trade union engagement, restructuring activity and workforce transition planning. Experience of developing workforce impact assessments, organisational readiness assessments and implementation plans to support large-scale organisational change. Experience of recruitment, mobilisation and capability development activity associated with the implementation of new operating models. Proven experience of developing learning and development strategies, competency frameworks and professional pathways to support organisational transformation. Strong understanding of change management methodologies and approaches, with experience of delivering behavioural and cultural change alongside structural organisational change. Experience of operating effectively at senior management level, providing advice and assurance to programme boards, senior leaders, HR teams and other key stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including experience of working with HR, trade unions, service leaders and transformation teams in complex organisational environments. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
The Council faces significant and sustained financial pressure over the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, driven by rising demand, inflationary cost pressures and constrained funding. The scale of the budget gap requires a fundamental shift in how the Council manages its third-party spend, ensuring every pound delivers maximum value for residents. Procurement and contract management represent one of the Council's largest areas of controllable expenditure, yet the current operating model limits the Council's ability to leverage its scale, manage demand and consistently secure value for money. At present, procurement and contract management activity is largely decentralised, with fragmented processes, inconsistent application of governance and limited visibility of spend, contracts and performance. This results in duplication, unclear accountability and a reduced ability to take a coordinated, council-wide approach to commercial decision-making. These challenges are structural in nature and cannot be addressed through incremental improvement alone. In response, the Council is undertaking a fundamental transformation to a hybrid hub-and-spoke, category-based operating model . This will create a stronger central procurement hub, supported by defined service-facing roles and accountabilities, while recognising the distinct operating requirements of contract management across the Council. The model will be underpinned by strengthened governance, improved data, clearer accountabilities and more consistent end-to-end commercial processes. Delivery of the transformation is structured through defined workstreams, with clear accountability for outcomes and supported by a central programme function. The programme is being delivered alongside approved business cases to reduce third-party spend, requiring rapid mobilisation of capability, strong programme discipline and close alignment between design and delivery. This will require experienced, delivery-focused resource to operate at pace, embed new ways of working and ensure benefits are realised from the outset. Role Overview Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of the Procurement and Contract Management Operating Model transformation, ensuring clear ownership of outcomes, benefits, governance, system dependencies and cross-workstream alignment. The role will provide overall programme leadership for the transition from a fragmented and decentralised model to a hybrid hub-and-spoke, category-based operating model , with a stronger central procurement hub, clearer service-facing accountabilities and a distinct approach to contract management across the Council. The role will ensure that programme design, implementation planning, business case delivery, systems alignment, benefits realisation and stakeholder engagement are fully coordinated. It will provide the programme grip required to mobilise at pace, manage dependencies, support effective decision-making and embed new ways of working that deliver measurable improvements in value for money, governance, visibility of spend, contract performance and commercial outcomes. The role is expected to be time-limited and focused on the mobilisation, implementation and embedding of the transformation programme, with duration aligned to the approved programme plan, delivery milestones and benefits realisation timetable. Key Responsibilities Define, mobilise and maintain a single integrated programme plan, aligning P&CM Op Model implementation with associated business case delivery, including clear phasing, milestones and outcomes. Establish and lead a robust programme governance framework, including reporting, risk and issue management, escalation routes and decision-making forums, ensuring clear oversight and accountability. Lead the establishment and mobilisation planning for the new operating model, including implementation phasing, transition arrangements, resource requirements, role dependencies, service engagement and readiness activity. Lead cross-workstream integration, managing dependencies, sequencing and critical path delivery to ensure coordinated and timely implementation across all elements of the programme. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
The Council faces significant and sustained financial pressure over the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, driven by rising demand, inflationary cost pressures and constrained funding. The scale of the budget gap requires a fundamental shift in how the Council manages its third-party spend, ensuring every pound delivers maximum value for residents. Procurement and contract management represent one of the Council's largest areas of controllable expenditure, yet the current operating model limits the Council's ability to leverage its scale, manage demand and consistently secure value for money. At present, procurement and contract management activity is largely decentralised, with fragmented processes, inconsistent application of governance and limited visibility of spend, contracts and performance. This results in duplication, unclear accountability and a reduced ability to take a coordinated, council-wide approach to commercial decision-making. These challenges are structural in nature and cannot be addressed through incremental improvement alone. In response, the Council is undertaking a fundamental transformation to a hybrid hub-and-spoke, category-based operating model . This will create a stronger central procurement hub, supported by defined service-facing roles and accountabilities, while recognising the distinct operating requirements of contract management across the Council. The model will be underpinned by strengthened governance, improved data, clearer accountabilities and more consistent end-to-end commercial processes. Delivery of the transformation is structured through defined workstreams, with clear accountability for outcomes and supported by a central programme function. The programme is being delivered alongside approved business cases to reduce third-party spend, requiring rapid mobilisation of capability, strong programme discipline and close alignment between design and delivery. This will require experienced, delivery-focused resource to operate at pace, embed new ways of working and ensure benefits are realised from the outset. Role Overview Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of the Procurement and Contract Management Operating Model transformation, ensuring clear ownership of outcomes, benefits, governance, system dependencies and cross-workstream alignment. The role will provide overall programme leadership for the transition from a fragmented and decentralised model to a hybrid hub-and-spoke, category-based operating model , with a stronger central procurement hub, clearer service-facing accountabilities and a distinct approach to contract management across the Council. The role will ensure that programme design, implementation planning, business case delivery, systems alignment, benefits realisation and stakeholder engagement are fully coordinated. It will provide the programme grip required to mobilise at pace, manage dependencies, support effective decision-making and embed new ways of working that deliver measurable improvements in value for money, governance, visibility of spend, contract performance and commercial outcomes. The role is expected to be time-limited and focused on the mobilisation, implementation and embedding of the transformation programme, with duration aligned to the approved programme plan, delivery milestones and benefits realisation timetable. Key Responsibilities Define, mobilise and maintain a single integrated programme plan, aligning P&CM Op Model implementation with associated business case delivery, including clear phasing, milestones and outcomes. Establish and lead a robust programme governance framework, including reporting, risk and issue management, escalation routes and decision-making forums, ensuring clear oversight and accountability. Lead the establishment and mobilisation planning for the new operating model, including implementation phasing, transition arrangements, resource requirements, role dependencies, service engagement and readiness activity. Lead cross-workstream integration, managing dependencies, sequencing and critical path delivery to ensure coordinated and timely implementation across all elements of the programme. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
Programme Manager, Procurement Transformation Location: Hybrid, 2 to 3 days onsite Contract: Initial 6 months Day Rate: 600 to 700 per day, depending on experience IR35: Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead a major Procurement Transformation programme within a large public sector organisation. This role will be responsible for delivering a new Procurement and Contract Management operating model, transitioning from a decentralised structure to a hybrid hub and spoke model. You will provide programme leadership across governance, operating model implementation, stakeholder engagement, benefits realisation and cross programme dependencies, ensuring the transformation delivers measurable financial savings and improved commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of a Procurement Transformation programme Develop and manage an integrated programme plan, milestones and delivery roadmap Establish programme governance, reporting, RAID management and decision making processes Coordinate multiple workstreams including operating model, systems, people, governance and process improvements Manage programme risks, issues, dependencies and critical path activities Drive benefits realisation, savings tracking and finance validation Produce high quality reporting for Programme Boards, Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders Lead the implementation of a hybrid hub and spoke procurement operating model Ensure alignment between procurement, contract management, ERP systems and management information Work closely with Finance, Procurement, Digital, HR, Legal and operational services to deliver successful change Essential Experience Extensive Programme Management experience delivering complex transformation programmes Proven experience delivering Procurement Transformation within Local Government or the wider Public Sector Strong understanding of Procurement and Contract Management operating models Experience implementing hub and spoke or category management operating models Excellent programme governance, benefits realisation and delivery assurance experience Experience working with procurement systems, contract management systems and ERP platforms Strong stakeholder management skills across Executive teams and operational services Ability to operate at pace, manage ambiguity and drive successful organisational change
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Programme Manager, Procurement Transformation Location: Hybrid, 2 to 3 days onsite Contract: Initial 6 months Day Rate: 600 to 700 per day, depending on experience IR35: Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead a major Procurement Transformation programme within a large public sector organisation. This role will be responsible for delivering a new Procurement and Contract Management operating model, transitioning from a decentralised structure to a hybrid hub and spoke model. You will provide programme leadership across governance, operating model implementation, stakeholder engagement, benefits realisation and cross programme dependencies, ensuring the transformation delivers measurable financial savings and improved commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of a Procurement Transformation programme Develop and manage an integrated programme plan, milestones and delivery roadmap Establish programme governance, reporting, RAID management and decision making processes Coordinate multiple workstreams including operating model, systems, people, governance and process improvements Manage programme risks, issues, dependencies and critical path activities Drive benefits realisation, savings tracking and finance validation Produce high quality reporting for Programme Boards, Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders Lead the implementation of a hybrid hub and spoke procurement operating model Ensure alignment between procurement, contract management, ERP systems and management information Work closely with Finance, Procurement, Digital, HR, Legal and operational services to deliver successful change Essential Experience Extensive Programme Management experience delivering complex transformation programmes Proven experience delivering Procurement Transformation within Local Government or the wider Public Sector Strong understanding of Procurement and Contract Management operating models Experience implementing hub and spoke or category management operating models Excellent programme governance, benefits realisation and delivery assurance experience Experience working with procurement systems, contract management systems and ERP platforms Strong stakeholder management skills across Executive teams and operational services Ability to operate at pace, manage ambiguity and drive successful organisational change
Job Title: Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead Location: Hybrid Working Role Purpose A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to deliver a key workstream within its wider transformation programme. This newly created role has been established following an independent review that identified opportunities to reduce third-party spend and improve value for money. The successful candidate will lead a programme of spend reviews, identify savings opportunities, and work with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver measurable financial benefits. The role requires a senior transformation professional with strong commercial and procurement knowledge, capable of advising on the resources, governance, and organisational changes needed to ensure successful delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a Third Party Spend Reduction Programme. Develop and manage a rolling programme of spend reviews across key expenditure categories. Analyse spend data and identify opportunities for savings and efficiencies. Translate recommendations from an external review into deliverable actions and outcomes. Engage with service areas, finance teams, procurement colleagues, and suppliers to implement cost reduction initiatives. Establish programme governance, reporting, and benefits tracking. Provide advice and challenge to senior stakeholders on commercial and spend management opportunities. Essential Experience Proven experience leading large-scale transformation, efficiency, or cost reduction programmes. Experience operating at Head of Service, Head of Transformation, Director, or equivalent senior level. Strong commercial and financial analysis skills. Experience delivering measurable savings and benefits realisation. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to interpret complex spend data and translate findings into practical actions. Desirable Experience Public sector procurement and contract management experience. Knowledge of public sector governance and financial management. Relevant programme, transformation, procurement, or finance qualifications. Working Arrangements This is an initial six-month contract, funded through the transformation programme, with the potential for extension based on programme success. Hybrid working is available.
Aug 07, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead Location: Hybrid Working Role Purpose A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to deliver a key workstream within its wider transformation programme. This newly created role has been established following an independent review that identified opportunities to reduce third-party spend and improve value for money. The successful candidate will lead a programme of spend reviews, identify savings opportunities, and work with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver measurable financial benefits. The role requires a senior transformation professional with strong commercial and procurement knowledge, capable of advising on the resources, governance, and organisational changes needed to ensure successful delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a Third Party Spend Reduction Programme. Develop and manage a rolling programme of spend reviews across key expenditure categories. Analyse spend data and identify opportunities for savings and efficiencies. Translate recommendations from an external review into deliverable actions and outcomes. Engage with service areas, finance teams, procurement colleagues, and suppliers to implement cost reduction initiatives. Establish programme governance, reporting, and benefits tracking. Provide advice and challenge to senior stakeholders on commercial and spend management opportunities. Essential Experience Proven experience leading large-scale transformation, efficiency, or cost reduction programmes. Experience operating at Head of Service, Head of Transformation, Director, or equivalent senior level. Strong commercial and financial analysis skills. Experience delivering measurable savings and benefits realisation. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to interpret complex spend data and translate findings into practical actions. Desirable Experience Public sector procurement and contract management experience. Knowledge of public sector governance and financial management. Relevant programme, transformation, procurement, or finance qualifications. Working Arrangements This is an initial six-month contract, funded through the transformation programme, with the potential for extension based on programme success. Hybrid working is available.
Your new company Progressive council serving thriving coastal, rural and market town communities Your new role Chief Financial AccountantHybrid 2 days on site £50,000 to £60,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Financial Accountant to join a well-established district council based in the beautiful coastal area of the East of England. The area boasts stunning countryside, vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community, while remaining well-connected to Norwich, Cambridge and London.This is a key technical finance role, leading on statutory accounts, external audit, treasury-related matters, financial governance, and supporting the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Assets, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the council maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance.You will be responsible for: Leading the annual Statement of Accounts process and year-end closure programme. Managing the relationship with external auditors and acting as the council's primary audit contact. Coordinating the production of high-quality audit working papers and supporting documentation. Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior officers, members, and external stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, CIPFA guidance and governance requirements. Supporting budget setting processes and annual Council Tax determination. Overseeing government returns and statutory financial submissions. Managing the council's insurance arrangements and associated claims processes. Leading responses to financial consultations and monitoring emerging legislative and accounting developments. Supporting and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation workstreams and technical accounting requirements. Building strong relationships across services to promote sound financial management and governance. What you'll need to succeed CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience within a local government finance environment. Extensive knowledge of local authority finance and accounting requirements. Strong understanding of statutory accounts production and year-end processes. Experience managing or coordinating external audit activities. Excellent knowledge of local government financial legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills. Experience providing professional financial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of treasury management and capital finance regulations. Understanding of Business Rates Retention, Council Tax and Collection Fund accounting. Experience leading service improvement or finance transformation initiatives. Previous involvement in Local Government Reorganisation programmes. Team leadership or management experience. Procurement and contract management knowledge. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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 hays.co.uk
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Progressive council serving thriving coastal, rural and market town communities Your new role Chief Financial AccountantHybrid 2 days on site £50,000 to £60,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Financial Accountant to join a well-established district council based in the beautiful coastal area of the East of England. The area boasts stunning countryside, vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community, while remaining well-connected to Norwich, Cambridge and London.This is a key technical finance role, leading on statutory accounts, external audit, treasury-related matters, financial governance, and supporting the organisation through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and Assets, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the council maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship and compliance.You will be responsible for: Leading the annual Statement of Accounts process and year-end closure programme. Managing the relationship with external auditors and acting as the council's primary audit contact. Coordinating the production of high-quality audit working papers and supporting documentation. Providing expert technical accounting advice to senior officers, members, and external stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, accounting standards, CIPFA guidance and governance requirements. Supporting budget setting processes and annual Council Tax determination. Overseeing government returns and statutory financial submissions. Managing the council's insurance arrangements and associated claims processes. Leading responses to financial consultations and monitoring emerging legislative and accounting developments. Supporting and contributing to Local Government Reorganisation workstreams and technical accounting requirements. Building strong relationships across services to promote sound financial management and governance. What you'll need to succeed CCAB qualification (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience within a local government finance environment. Extensive knowledge of local authority finance and accounting requirements. Strong understanding of statutory accounts production and year-end processes. Experience managing or coordinating external audit activities. Excellent knowledge of local government financial legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, report writing and presentation skills. Experience providing professional financial advice to senior stakeholders and elected members. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Knowledge of treasury management and capital finance regulations. Understanding of Business Rates Retention, Council Tax and Collection Fund accounting. Experience leading service improvement or finance transformation initiatives. Previous involvement in Local Government Reorganisation programmes. Team leadership or management experience. Procurement and contract management knowledge. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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 hays.co.uk
Cutover Manager / ERP Transformation / 4 Month Contract / Outside of IR35 We're seeking an experienced Cutover Manager with a proven track record of delivering successful ERP go-lives within large-scale transformation programmes. Essential Experience Significant experience leading end-to-end cutover planning and execution for complex ERP, enterprise technology or digital transformation programmes. Proven ability to manage business readiness, deployment, testing, data migration and go-live activities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior business and technology leaders. Demonstrable experience operating in high-pressure environments with critical delivery timelines and executive visibility. Experience establishing and managing cutover governance, command-and-control structures, go/no-go processes and contingency plans. Highly Desirable Hands-on Oracle Fusion implementation experience, ideally within Finance, Procurement or HCM transformations. Experience delivering cutovers as part of Oracle Fusion Cloud migrations or greenfield Oracle Fusion programmes. Understanding of Oracle Fusion deployment considerations, environment management, testing cycles, integrations and data migration activities. Experience coordinating Oracle implementation partners, system integrators and third-party suppliers through critical go-live phases. Previous involvement in multi-release Oracle Fusion programmes would be advantageous. Please apply to Lina Hayward Hojaij using the links provided.
Aug 06, 2026
Contractor
Cutover Manager / ERP Transformation / 4 Month Contract / Outside of IR35 We're seeking an experienced Cutover Manager with a proven track record of delivering successful ERP go-lives within large-scale transformation programmes. Essential Experience Significant experience leading end-to-end cutover planning and execution for complex ERP, enterprise technology or digital transformation programmes. Proven ability to manage business readiness, deployment, testing, data migration and go-live activities across multiple workstreams. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior business and technology leaders. Demonstrable experience operating in high-pressure environments with critical delivery timelines and executive visibility. Experience establishing and managing cutover governance, command-and-control structures, go/no-go processes and contingency plans. Highly Desirable Hands-on Oracle Fusion implementation experience, ideally within Finance, Procurement or HCM transformations. Experience delivering cutovers as part of Oracle Fusion Cloud migrations or greenfield Oracle Fusion programmes. Understanding of Oracle Fusion deployment considerations, environment management, testing cycles, integrations and data migration activities. Experience coordinating Oracle implementation partners, system integrators and third-party suppliers through critical go-live phases. Previous involvement in multi-release Oracle Fusion programmes would be advantageous. Please apply to Lina Hayward Hojaij using the links provided.
Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager Location: Can be London or Portsmouth based, with weekly/ bi-weekly visits to the secondary location Type: FTC 18months - 2 years Salary & package: Up to 100,000 basic salary per annum + car allowance + bonus Hybrid working: 1- 2 days in the office per week I'm seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager for a client undergoing a huge Oracle Fusion transformation and modernisation piece. Your role as the Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager : You will lead key workstreams across HCM, Payroll and Procurement Drive and guide a complex programme, support the Programme Manager, bring teams together, and help shape how the business adopts Oracle Fusion across indicated functions. Project Managers / Delivery Managers are highly hands-on and actively involved in delivering the work Acting as the link between business teams, technical teams and external partners Ensuring the programme stays aligned to business needs and overall transformation goals Work in conjunction with and report into the Programme Manager Key requirements for the Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager : You will need to have successfully delivered at least 2x Oracle Fusion implementation projects previously Hold a strong background in Oracle Fusion implementation across various modules Comfortable leading hands-on delivery within a complex, multi-team environment Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and leadership skills The travel to the secondary location will be expensed. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is committed to modernisation and transformation, and in turn will provide the successful candidate with an exceptional string to their bow and portfolio. If this sounds of interest, please apply today! Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager
Aug 06, 2026
Contractor
Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager Location: Can be London or Portsmouth based, with weekly/ bi-weekly visits to the secondary location Type: FTC 18months - 2 years Salary & package: Up to 100,000 basic salary per annum + car allowance + bonus Hybrid working: 1- 2 days in the office per week I'm seeking an experienced Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager for a client undergoing a huge Oracle Fusion transformation and modernisation piece. Your role as the Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager : You will lead key workstreams across HCM, Payroll and Procurement Drive and guide a complex programme, support the Programme Manager, bring teams together, and help shape how the business adopts Oracle Fusion across indicated functions. Project Managers / Delivery Managers are highly hands-on and actively involved in delivering the work Acting as the link between business teams, technical teams and external partners Ensuring the programme stays aligned to business needs and overall transformation goals Work in conjunction with and report into the Programme Manager Key requirements for the Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager : You will need to have successfully delivered at least 2x Oracle Fusion implementation projects previously Hold a strong background in Oracle Fusion implementation across various modules Comfortable leading hands-on delivery within a complex, multi-team environment Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and leadership skills The travel to the secondary location will be expensed. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is committed to modernisation and transformation, and in turn will provide the successful candidate with an exceptional string to their bow and portfolio. If this sounds of interest, please apply today! Oracle Fusion Senior Project Manager / Delivery Manager
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an IT Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and software projects across the Harris Federation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in enhancing technology services that support students, teachers and staff, helping to create outstanding learning environments. Working closely with internal teams, academy leaders and external partners, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering projects on time, within budget and to agreed specifications. From project initiation through to operational handover, you will ensure solutions are implemented smoothly and deliver lasting value to our schools. If you are passionate about driving change, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering projects that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Managing IT projects from initiation through to successful delivery, ensuring timescales and budgets are met Supporting the development and delivery of the annual IT project programme Leading technology projects including infrastructure upgrades, lifecycle refreshes, cybersecurity and digital transformation initiatives Planning, coordinating and monitoring project activities, risks and dependencies Maintaining project documentation and securing necessary approvals Managing project budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery Coordinating with stakeholders to define requirements, timelines and success measures Supporting procurement activities, including vendor selection and tender processes Facilitating the smooth transition of completed projects into operational use Collaborating with IT teams, academy leaders and staff to understand and meet technology needs Working closely with IT Operations, Estates, Finance and Procurement teams to align project delivery Communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle Supporting change management activities and helping users adopt new systems and processes successfully WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to degree level, or equivalent experience Project management certification such as PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ), or equivalent Change management qualification or experience At least three years' experience managing IT projects, ideally in infrastructure, security, data or digital transformation Experience working on projects with budgets in the hundreds of thousands to millions of pounds Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve IT-related challenges Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels and translating technical details into clear business language Experience in risk management, budgeting and procurement For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
? WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page. ? ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an IT Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and software projects across the Harris Federation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in enhancing technology services that support students, teachers and staff, helping to create outstanding learning environments. Working closely with internal teams, academy leaders and external partners, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering projects on time, within budget and to agreed specifications. From project initiation through to operational handover, you will ensure solutions are implemented smoothly and deliver lasting value to our schools. If you are passionate about driving change, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering projects that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. ? MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Managing IT projects from initiation through to successful delivery, ensuring timescales and budgets are met Supporting the development and delivery of the annual IT project programme Leading technology projects including infrastructure upgrades, lifecycle refreshes, cybersecurity and digital transformation initiatives Planning, coordinating and monitoring project activities, risks and dependencies Maintaining project documentation and securing necessary approvals Managing project budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery Coordinating with stakeholders to define requirements, timelines and success measures Supporting procurement activities, including vendor selection and tender processes Facilitating the smooth transition of completed projects into operational use Collaborating with IT teams, academy leaders and staff to understand and meet technology needs Working closely with IT Operations, Estates, Finance and Procurement teams to align project delivery Communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle Supporting change management activities and helping users adopt new systems and processes successfully WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to degree level, or equivalent experience Project management certification such as PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ), or equivalent Change management qualification or experience At least three years' experience managing IT projects, ideally in infrastructure, security, data or digital transformation Experience working on projects with budgets in the hundreds of thousands to millions of pounds Ability to coordinate multiple workstreams and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve IT-related challenges Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels and translating technical details into clear business language Experience in risk management, budgeting and procurement For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. ? APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality
ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) Staffordshire County Council Contract Hybrid Working Fox Morris Group are working with Staffordshire County Council to recruit an experienced ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) to play a key role in one of the Council's largest transformation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Finance workstream as the Council replaces its existing Finance and HR & Payroll systems with a modern, single Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. You will be responsible for ensuring the Finance solution is successfully designed, configured, tested and deployed while driving process improvements and supporting the organisation through significant business change. The Role Working as part of the ERP Programme Team, you will lead the Finance workstream throughout the full project lifecycle, acting as the bridge between Finance, ICT, implementation partners and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the new solution delivers improved financial processes, supports business requirements and is successfully embedded across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the Finance workstream throughout the ERP implementation. Oversee solution design, configuration, testing, deployment and go-live activities. Work closely with Finance users, ICT teams and implementation partners to ensure the system meets business requirements. Drive process standardisation and continuous improvement across Finance operations. Manage dependencies, risks, issues and workstream reporting. Support data migration, system integration and user acceptance testing. Develop process documentation, user guidance and training materials. Ensure business readiness and successful adoption of the new solution. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must demonstrate: Significant experience leading the Finance workstream of a large-scale ERP implementation. Proven experience delivering Finance and Procurement system implementations from design through to go-live. Strong understanding of Finance business processes, including budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing and financial reporting. Experience working closely with ERP implementation partners and technical delivery teams. Experience managing system design, configuration, testing, deployment and business readiness. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and end users. Experience delivering process improvements and organisational change. Previous experience within Local Government or the wider Public Sector is highly desirable. Please Note Applications will only be considered from candidates who can clearly demonstrate experience leading a Finance and Procurement ERP implementation. Candidates with general change management, business analysis or ERP support experience, but without ownership of a Finance ERP implementation workstream, are unlikely to be shortlisted. If you have successfully delivered Finance ERP implementations and are looking to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) Staffordshire County Council Contract Hybrid Working Fox Morris Group are working with Staffordshire County Council to recruit an experienced ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) to play a key role in one of the Council's largest transformation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Finance workstream as the Council replaces its existing Finance and HR & Payroll systems with a modern, single Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. You will be responsible for ensuring the Finance solution is successfully designed, configured, tested and deployed while driving process improvements and supporting the organisation through significant business change. The Role Working as part of the ERP Programme Team, you will lead the Finance workstream throughout the full project lifecycle, acting as the bridge between Finance, ICT, implementation partners and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the new solution delivers improved financial processes, supports business requirements and is successfully embedded across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the Finance workstream throughout the ERP implementation. Oversee solution design, configuration, testing, deployment and go-live activities. Work closely with Finance users, ICT teams and implementation partners to ensure the system meets business requirements. Drive process standardisation and continuous improvement across Finance operations. Manage dependencies, risks, issues and workstream reporting. Support data migration, system integration and user acceptance testing. Develop process documentation, user guidance and training materials. Ensure business readiness and successful adoption of the new solution. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must demonstrate: Significant experience leading the Finance workstream of a large-scale ERP implementation. Proven experience delivering Finance and Procurement system implementations from design through to go-live. Strong understanding of Finance business processes, including budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing and financial reporting. Experience working closely with ERP implementation partners and technical delivery teams. Experience managing system design, configuration, testing, deployment and business readiness. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and end users. Experience delivering process improvements and organisational change. Previous experience within Local Government or the wider Public Sector is highly desirable. Please Note Applications will only be considered from candidates who can clearly demonstrate experience leading a Finance and Procurement ERP implementation. Candidates with general change management, business analysis or ERP support experience, but without ownership of a Finance ERP implementation workstream, are unlikely to be shortlisted. If you have successfully delivered Finance ERP implementations and are looking to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.
Most business cases get written. Fewer get approved. This role is measured on the second. You will own the interlinked business cases underpinning a major outsourcing and transformation programme in central government, turning dispersed input from commercial, finance, service design and operations into a single investment story that holds together under scrutiny at departmental and Treasury decision points. What you will actually do Secure approval at each decision gate, first time wherever the evidence allows Hold one coherent investment narrative across multiple interdependent cases, so that scrutiny finds consistency rather than contradiction Land an options appraisal decision-makers trust: a defensible route from longlist to shortlist, honest treatment of uncertainty, and a preferred option that survives challenge Produce benefits, affordability and value-for-money analysis that finance and commercial colleagues will put their names to Turn conflicting expert input into settled evidence, resolving disagreements over assumptions rather than passing them upward Map the approvals path: who signs, what they need, by when, and what would make them refuse Tell the SRO early when the case is weak, while there is still time to fix it Leave behind templates and assurance standards the department can run without further external support Where the role sits Reporting to the engagement lead, with a working line into the client's Programme Director and access to the SRO. You will sit at the centre of the programme rather than inside a workstream, drawing on subject matter experts who do not report to you, directing one to two supporting analysts, and partnering with the client's finance business partner and commercial lead. What we are looking for A record of leading public sector business cases through to approval under the Five Case Model and HM Treasury Green Book. Approved, not drafted. We will ask which body approved them and when. You will need real financial analysis capability across cost modelling, net present value and net present social cost, optimism bias, sensitivity analysis and switching values, and benefits quantification. You will need to write in a way a Director General can read once and act on. And you will need to run a case where the experts disagree, and make the call yourself. Experience on large-scale outsourcing, market engagement or operating model programmes, where the investment decision was genuinely contested, matters more here than the number of cases you have touched. Useful but not essential: familiarity with the 2026 Green Book and the separated programme and project guidance; Treasury and NISTA approvals routes; GMPP reporting; commercial literacy under the Procurement Act 2023 including the competitive flexible procedure; an accountancy qualification or economics background; Better Business Cases practitioner certification. If you have sat on the approving side as well as the advisory side, say so. It tends to show. Clearance Live SC clearance is required at the point of application. Clearance sponsored by a large central government department is an advantage and shortens mobilisation considerably. We cannot sponsor new clearance for this engagement. Rate We have not fixed a rate. Tell us what you work to and we will have that conversation early rather than at offer stage. As a guide, we are benchmarking this role in the region of £650 to £800 per day depending on level. To apply , send your CV with your clearance level, sponsoring department, expiry date, availability and day rate expectation. Those five details let us come back to you quickly.
Aug 04, 2026
Contractor
Most business cases get written. Fewer get approved. This role is measured on the second. You will own the interlinked business cases underpinning a major outsourcing and transformation programme in central government, turning dispersed input from commercial, finance, service design and operations into a single investment story that holds together under scrutiny at departmental and Treasury decision points. What you will actually do Secure approval at each decision gate, first time wherever the evidence allows Hold one coherent investment narrative across multiple interdependent cases, so that scrutiny finds consistency rather than contradiction Land an options appraisal decision-makers trust: a defensible route from longlist to shortlist, honest treatment of uncertainty, and a preferred option that survives challenge Produce benefits, affordability and value-for-money analysis that finance and commercial colleagues will put their names to Turn conflicting expert input into settled evidence, resolving disagreements over assumptions rather than passing them upward Map the approvals path: who signs, what they need, by when, and what would make them refuse Tell the SRO early when the case is weak, while there is still time to fix it Leave behind templates and assurance standards the department can run without further external support Where the role sits Reporting to the engagement lead, with a working line into the client's Programme Director and access to the SRO. You will sit at the centre of the programme rather than inside a workstream, drawing on subject matter experts who do not report to you, directing one to two supporting analysts, and partnering with the client's finance business partner and commercial lead. What we are looking for A record of leading public sector business cases through to approval under the Five Case Model and HM Treasury Green Book. Approved, not drafted. We will ask which body approved them and when. You will need real financial analysis capability across cost modelling, net present value and net present social cost, optimism bias, sensitivity analysis and switching values, and benefits quantification. You will need to write in a way a Director General can read once and act on. And you will need to run a case where the experts disagree, and make the call yourself. Experience on large-scale outsourcing, market engagement or operating model programmes, where the investment decision was genuinely contested, matters more here than the number of cases you have touched. Useful but not essential: familiarity with the 2026 Green Book and the separated programme and project guidance; Treasury and NISTA approvals routes; GMPP reporting; commercial literacy under the Procurement Act 2023 including the competitive flexible procedure; an accountancy qualification or economics background; Better Business Cases practitioner certification. If you have sat on the approving side as well as the advisory side, say so. It tends to show. Clearance Live SC clearance is required at the point of application. Clearance sponsored by a large central government department is an advantage and shortens mobilisation considerably. We cannot sponsor new clearance for this engagement. Rate We have not fixed a rate. Tell us what you work to and we will have that conversation early rather than at offer stage. As a guide, we are benchmarking this role in the region of £650 to £800 per day depending on level. To apply , send your CV with your clearance level, sponsoring department, expiry date, availability and day rate expectation. Those five details let us come back to you quickly.
London, Permanent (Hybrid, 2/3 days in Office, Client travel) circa 75,000 plus excellent benefits and career progression This is an exciting opportunity for a career minded Consultant, to join a major European wide Procurement & Transformation Consulting practice. In this role, you will play a key role in delivering procurement transformation, excellence, and cost focused value creation projects for private equity and industry clients across a wide range of industry sectors. The role is based in the London HQ, and you will support European wide projects working with colleagues across multi-country, multi-site client locations, and direct/indirect workstreams. Although you will already have consulting experience , this is an environment where you can develop and take your consulting skillset to a higher level, as they will support ambitious individuals to gain greater client exposure to develop their capability and career. You will deliver procurement cost improvement and transformation initiatives, leading project workstreams across a range of global spend categories, analysing complex data challenges in order to develop robust insights and client solution focused outcomes. Your Profile & Experience Proven procurement consulting experience in a reputable consultancy Career minded and ambition to grow in this expanding consulting practice Graduate and/or MCIPS qualification Hands-on delivery mindset Strong analytical and commercial skills Robust Project management capabilities Excellent communication and influencing skills Strong systems, MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint experience The team works in a hybrid model and are based in the regional London HQ and are frequently based on client sites, you should therefore be willing to travel. Competitive salary with additional performance-related bonus, clear career progression and excellent benefits package in addition to regular European company events, training and business retreats. Please apply, attaching your full CV quoting reference 10482.
Aug 04, 2026
Full time
London, Permanent (Hybrid, 2/3 days in Office, Client travel) circa 75,000 plus excellent benefits and career progression This is an exciting opportunity for a career minded Consultant, to join a major European wide Procurement & Transformation Consulting practice. In this role, you will play a key role in delivering procurement transformation, excellence, and cost focused value creation projects for private equity and industry clients across a wide range of industry sectors. The role is based in the London HQ, and you will support European wide projects working with colleagues across multi-country, multi-site client locations, and direct/indirect workstreams. Although you will already have consulting experience , this is an environment where you can develop and take your consulting skillset to a higher level, as they will support ambitious individuals to gain greater client exposure to develop their capability and career. You will deliver procurement cost improvement and transformation initiatives, leading project workstreams across a range of global spend categories, analysing complex data challenges in order to develop robust insights and client solution focused outcomes. Your Profile & Experience Proven procurement consulting experience in a reputable consultancy Career minded and ambition to grow in this expanding consulting practice Graduate and/or MCIPS qualification Hands-on delivery mindset Strong analytical and commercial skills Robust Project management capabilities Excellent communication and influencing skills Strong systems, MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint experience The team works in a hybrid model and are based in the regional London HQ and are frequently based on client sites, you should therefore be willing to travel. Competitive salary with additional performance-related bonus, clear career progression and excellent benefits package in addition to regular European company events, training and business retreats. Please apply, attaching your full CV quoting reference 10482.
Interim Programme Manager - Waste Transformation Northern England day rate Inside IR35 3-6-month contract initially Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority client in Northern England to facilitate the appointment of an experienced Programme Manager to oversee a major Waste Transformation Programme currently in scoping stage. This programme includes several key workstreams, including: Customer Service Transformation Simpler Recycling Depot Rationalisation Fleet Rationalisation Future Waste & Recycling Treatment Contract Responsibilities of the Role: Lead the overall programme planning, scoping, and mobilisation of waste transformation projects. Engage and manage key internal and external stakeholders to align on programme goals and deliverables. Oversee multiple interdependent projects, ensuring timelines and resources are effectively coordinated. Develop robust business cases to support decision-making. Provide assurance and governance across programme workstreams. Support procurement processes where required To be successful in the role you will have: Experience working within a Local Authority setting. A track record of managing complex waste, recycling, or environmental service transformation programmes. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities. Experience delivering programmes with multiple workstreams and interdependencies. Next Steps This role is an initial 3-6-month contract, inside IR35. The position will be primarily remote, with site or office presence as required. Interviews will be taking place over the coming weeks. If you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Rashani Associates.
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Interim Programme Manager - Waste Transformation Northern England day rate Inside IR35 3-6-month contract initially Panoramic Associates is currently working with a Local Authority client in Northern England to facilitate the appointment of an experienced Programme Manager to oversee a major Waste Transformation Programme currently in scoping stage. This programme includes several key workstreams, including: Customer Service Transformation Simpler Recycling Depot Rationalisation Fleet Rationalisation Future Waste & Recycling Treatment Contract Responsibilities of the Role: Lead the overall programme planning, scoping, and mobilisation of waste transformation projects. Engage and manage key internal and external stakeholders to align on programme goals and deliverables. Oversee multiple interdependent projects, ensuring timelines and resources are effectively coordinated. Develop robust business cases to support decision-making. Provide assurance and governance across programme workstreams. Support procurement processes where required To be successful in the role you will have: Experience working within a Local Authority setting. A track record of managing complex waste, recycling, or environmental service transformation programmes. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities. Experience delivering programmes with multiple workstreams and interdependencies. Next Steps This role is an initial 3-6-month contract, inside IR35. The position will be primarily remote, with site or office presence as required. Interviews will be taking place over the coming weeks. If you are interested in knowing more, apply today or contact Rashani Associates.
