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Senior Delivery Lead / Senior Programme Manager Remote with occasional travel - 9/12 months initially - Inside ir35 Please note: Due to the nature of the project, successful applicants will be required to be SC cleared prior to appointment. We are seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Lead / Senior Programme Manager to join a major public sector transformation programme. This is a high-profile leadership role overseeing the delivery of a complex, large-scale cloud and data migration initiative that will modernise critical national infrastructure. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across a multidisciplinary delivery organisation, initially leading a team of approximately 35 people with responsibility for scaling the function to over 100 resources as the programme progresses. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced delivery professional who is comfortable operating at executive level, driving large transformation programmes and managing complex stakeholder landscapes. Key Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of a large-scale cloud transformation and data migration programme. Provide strategic leadership across multiple delivery workstreams, ensuring alignment with programme objectives. Build, lead and develop a high-performing delivery organisation, scaling from approximately 35 to over 100 team members. Engage confidently with senior stakeholders, including CXO-level executives, programme boards and government leadership. Drive delivery governance, planning, risk management and programme reporting. Coordinate cross-functional teams including technology, architecture, infrastructure, security, data and business change. Manage programme dependencies, risks, issues and escalations across multiple suppliers and delivery partners. Ensure delivery milestones are achieved while maintaining quality, governance and compliance standards. Foster a collaborative, outcome-focused culture across internal teams and external partners. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes / Data Migration programme within complex enterprise environments. Strong background as a Senior Delivery Manager, Programme Manager or Delivery Lead on multi-million-pound technology programmes. Demonstrable experience leading and scaling large multidisciplinary teams. Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at executive and board level. Experience establishing robust delivery governance, programme controls and reporting. Ability to manage multiple workstreams, suppliers and senior stakeholders within complex delivery environments. Strong leadership skills with a reputation as a dependable, credible and trusted delivery professional Highly Desirable Previous experience delivering programmes within the UK public sector or central government. Experience leading large-scale cloud migration, infrastructure modernisation or data centre exit programmes. Knowledge of migrating legacy/on-premise environments to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP). Experience delivering complex data migration programmes involving critical business services. Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies. This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance Damia Group 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 our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

Contract IT Project Manager - Hertfordshire - 600 per day (Inside IR35) Start 17th of August is essential - Stevenage once a week/home based rest. Oracle Fusion Finance plus Dataflow Gen1 or Dataflow Gen2 experience Finance - using Oracle software (Oracle Fusion). BI / Reporting - We currently utilise Dataflow Gen1. Need to replace this with Gen 2 or another related solution. Part of the project will be to determine this Software. The IT Project Manager will manage a varied portfolio of internal projects, which may in the first instance include finance, BI reporting and software implementation initiatives . They will be accountable for planning and coordinating delivery, managing stakeholders and suppliers, and ensuring agreed outcomes are achieved. Core deliverables will include project plans, RAID reports, governance packs, budget and resource tracking, and clear progress reporting. They will organise and lead governance meetings, manage risks and dependencies, and escalate issues requiring senior intervention. Delivery must comply with all pre-defined IT governance processes, controls, and approval gates. Pay is 600 per day Inside IR35 paid through an umbrella Start 17th of August - initial max. three month contract Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

hackajob is collaborating with Barclays to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join Barclays as a Windows Server Engineering Lead and play a pivotal role in advancing our Core Infrastructure Platform strategy. You will define and deliver the roadmap for the Windows Server platform, driving standardisation, automation, security, observability, and continuous service improvement across a large-scale enterprise estate. As part of the product leadership team, you will lead the adoption of new operating system technologies, champion infrastructure-as-code and engineering best practices, and accelerate automation and self-service capabilities. Working closely with our cloud infrastructure and security teams, you will deliver resilient, scalable, and secure platform services that enable application teams to innovate at pace. This role provides the opportunity to shape the future of a critical enterprise platform, driving engineering consistency, improving platform reliability and operational efficiency, and supporting our strategic objectives around simplification, modernisation, and risk reduction. You will bring together diverse engineering teams to deliver a highly automated, observable, and secure Windows Server platform that underpins the Bank's technology ecosystem. To be successful as a Windows Server Engineering Lead, you must have the following essential skills: Windows Server platform engineering and lifecycle management. Configuration management and infrastructure automation using Ansible and/or Chef. Automation and scripting using PowerShell, Python and YAML. Some other highly valued skills may include: Security and compliance, including Windows Server hardening, vulnerability and patch management, and privileged access management technologies such as BeyondTrust Endpoint Privileged Management (EPM). Observability and telemetry platforms, including Observe and/or Elastic. Cloud and hybrid infrastructure experience across VMware, AWS and Azure. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role is based in Knutsford or Glasgow. Purpose of the role To lead and manage engineering teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions, driving technical excellence, fostering a culture of innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technical decisions with business objectives. Accountabilities Lead engineering teams effectively, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture to achieve project goals and meet organizational objectives. Oversee timelines, team allocation, risk management and task prioritization to ensure the successful delivery of solutions within scope, time, and budget. Mentor and support team members' professional growth, conduct performance reviews, provide actionable feedback, and identify opportunities for improvement. Evaluation and enhancement of engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to increase efficiency, streamline workflows, and optimize team productivity. Collaboration with business partners, product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions and ensure a cohesive approach to product development. Enforcement of technology standards, facilitate peer reviews, and implement robust testing practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department's future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.

AWC Staff Services are looking for a Civils Design Manager to join our client, who are a successful security company who specialise in security/access control systems to some of the largest utility companies across the UK as part of the national grid technology framework. The Civils Design Manager is responsible for leading and managing all civil design activities across multiple projects, ensuring designs are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with relevant standards and client requirements. The role provides technical leadership, coordinates multidisciplinary design teams, and ensures the successful integration of civil engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle. Essential Competencies: Proven experience in management and leadership qualities Track record in civil design Qualified civil engineer is preferred Strong knowledge of design codes, standards and regulations Experience in design management, project controls and engineering governance Knowledge or experience in utilities, security and or other highly regulated industries is essential Previous knowledge and design experience on National Grid and either NGT or Cadent is preferred Role & Responsibilities: Lead the planning, development, review, and delivery of civil engineering designs for company projects. Manage internal and external design resources, consultants, and engineering partners. Establish design strategies, standards, and procedures to ensure consistency and quality across projects. Review and approve design deliverables, calculations, specifications, drawings, and reports. Support project teams from concept development through detailed design, construction, and commissioning. Monitor design progress against project schedules and budgets. Identify design risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure designs are practical, buildable, and aligned with project objectives. Mentor and develop civil engineers, designers, and technical staff. Conduct performance reviews and support professional development initiatives. In return they offer excellent salary and benefits packages

Role Summary: We are seeking an experienced IAM Delivery Lead - who has a good understanding of Identity Management and a successful track record of working in complex and global organisations at fast pace. The role will report to the Programme Manager and be part of a dynamic and highly skilled team. In this role, you will: Manage several of the Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Workstreams supporting the adoption of IAM across Global Business and Global Functions Work with the team using standard PM reporting practices ensuring JIRA & Confluence is kept up to date Support team in understanding and unblocking problems preventing progress Work with team to identify areas for continuous improvement across the programme Lead assigned internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver on the agreed scope Engage with business and technology stakeholders to agree priorities Proactively follow up with project resources and ensuring workstream delivers to the agreed schedule Highlight any concerns with progress to the programme manager to ensure delivery stays on track Effectively handing changes to plan, resourcing and new requirements Provide weekly reporting of status, risks and issues across the workstream To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements: Essential Strong project management skills Good technical understanding of DevOps, Jenkins, CI/CD Pipelines, Cloud and on-premise infrastructure platforms. Previous hands-on experience of delivering IAM projects Good technical understanding of IAM and controls capabilities and requirements Strong stakeholder engagement and excellent communication skills involving senior stakeholders Positive, pro-active team player working as part of a large programme / global team Good understanding of regulatory and audit requirement An inquisitive nature with a rapid aptitude for learning Desired A PM qualification (Prince 2, PMP) Proven track record of working with technical, Cybersecurity and operations teams Previous experience as a Scrum Master or Lead for a complex programme or in a large organisation Experience working with JIRA and workflow management tools and agile project management approaches GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Information Security & Resilience Consultant - M&A 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - up to 500 per day Hybrid working - 2 days a week onsite - either London or Bradford based We are seeking two highly skilled, hands-on Contract Information Security & Resilience Consultants to support several critical, high-priority strategic initiatives. In this dual-role, you will be responsible for executing rigorous security due diligence on upcoming M&A activities, maintaining and maturing our Information Security Management System (ISMS) compliance frameworks, and driving our Business Continuity and Resilience programs. Key Responsibilities M&A Security Due Diligence Due Diligence Assessments: Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments and security due diligence on target acquisition companies. Control Evaluation: Review target company security controls, policies, third-party assurance reports (e.g., SOC 2, ISO certifications), and historical security incident logs. Identify deal-impacting risks, quantify remediation effort (cost/timeline ranges), and advise on onboarding security priorities. Integration Roadmapping: Identify risk areas and formulate actionable post-acquisition security integration roadmaps and transition plans. Information Security Standards & Compliance (ISO 27001 & SOC 2) Framework Governance: Assess, maintain, and mature existing security frameworks aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II. Develop and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures aligned to these standards and business objectives. Run security risk assessments, update risk registers, and drive risk treatment/remediation plans. Remediation & Evidence: Identify control gaps, collaborate with internal system owners to implement remediation plans, and collect audit-ready evidence. External Audits: Assist in preparing the business, staff, and control owners for upcoming external surveillance and compliance audits. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plan Development: Lead the review and update of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) across key business departments Impact Analysis: Facilitate Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) to identify critical business processes, evaluate upstream/downstream dependencies, and define Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) Testing & Exercises: Design and execute tabletop exercises and simulation tests to validate recovery strategy effectiveness Third-Party & Supplier Security Perform vendor risk assessments, review security clauses, and ensure suppliers meet security and business continuity requirements. Manage the relationship with our outsourced managed IT and information security suppliers Security Awareness & Stakeholder Management Deliver security awareness initiatives and provide advisory support to projects and teams. Communicate risks and recommendations clearly to leadership and non-technical stakeholders. Required Skills & Experience M&A Security Expertise: Proven track record of executing security due diligence on target entities during corporate acquisitions. Compliance Mastery: Deep, hands-on experience implementing, auditing, or managing ISO 27001 and SOC 2 compliance programs. Business Continuity Planning: Experience designing, updating, and testing Business Continuity frameworks (experience aligning with ISO 22301 is a plus) Consultative Approach: Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex security risks to business leads and M&A deal teams. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Commercial Manager - London Location: London Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Start Date: ASAP Are you a commercially focused professional with a strong Quantity Surveying background looking for your next opportunity within a highly structured and process-driven environment? I am currently working with a leading organisation that is looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to support its commercial and project delivery functions in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor who enjoys working across cost assurance, governance, financial control and project cost management , with the ability to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will play an important role in supporting robust commercial governance and financial management across projects. You will be responsible for reviewing and challenging costs, supporting project financial processes and ensuring strong commercial controls are maintained. Key responsibilities will include: Analysing quotations and challenging costs to ensure value and accuracy Understanding and reviewing Bills of Quantities and Schedules of Rates Supporting cost assurance and validation of project budgets and estimates Preparing and reviewing Financial Approval submissions Producing Stage 0 and Stage 1 cost estimates to support project feasibility and business cases Providing commercial support throughout pre-construction activities Supporting project cost reporting, forecasting and financial control Assisting with the processing of invoices and issuing purchase orders Supporting invoicing and payment procedures Working within established commercial governance and compliance processes Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Managing multiple priorities and delivering activities accurately and within agreed deadlines Contributing to improvements in the accuracy and consistency of project cost estimates and commercial processes About You The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial or Quantity Surveying background and experience working within a structured, process-driven environment. You will ideally have: Experience in Quantity Surveying, commercial management or project cost management Experience in project cost reporting and forecasting A strong understanding of cost management and commercial governance Knowledge of Bills of Quantities and Schedules of Rates Experience analysing quotations and challenging cost build-ups Experience working with invoicing and payment processes An awareness of UK accounting standards, or a willingness to develop this knowledge Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail The ability to manage multiple demands and work effectively to deadlines Strong stakeholder management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, OneNote, Teams and SharePoint Experience working within a highly structured or process-driven environment This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager looking to join a well-established organisation and play a key role in delivering strong commercial governance, cost assurance and financial control. Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Start: ASAP If you're interested in exploring this opportunity, please apply today or contact me for a confidential discussion. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Operations Manager - Claims - Remote A high growth specialty insurance organisation is seeking an Insurance Operations Manager to lead strategic operational initiatives within a data driven, globally distributed Claims function. Joining a growing international claims team, you'll act as a key link between claims operations, data and external partners. This is a highly visible role requiring someone who can confidently engage with senior stakeholders, present complex information in an accessible way and build strong relationships both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities Support claims data requirements and reporting initiatives Work closely with carrier partners to understand, translate and communicate data requirements Manage and oversee loss fund processes, ensuring appropriate controls, monitoring and governance Analyse claims data to identify trends, opportunities and operational improvements Contribute to strategic claims transformation projects Support the development of enhanced reporting and data presentation capabilities Play a role in exploring and implementing AI-driven claims initiatives Provide insights that support business growth and operational excellence Essential Experience Proven experience within Claims Strong claims operations and/or claims management background Highly data-driven with the ability to interpret, analyse and communicate insights Experience working with claims-related reporting, analytics or operational data Understanding of loss fund management and claims fund governance We're particularly interested in candidates from one of the following backgrounds: Claims professionals who have transitioned into a data or analytics-focused role Claims and operations specialists with strong data and reporting expertise This is a permanent opportunity paying a competitive salary, fully remote with the expectation of active engagement and occasional global travel.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing Regional Architectural Practice to be based at its Head Office in Leeds city centre. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for overseeing the finance function and providing strategic financial insight to support continued business growth. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will play a key role in driving financial performance, ensuring robust governance, and delivering accurate financial reporting across the organisation. The Role As Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the company's financial operations, leading the month-end and year-end processes whilst ensuring the business maintains strong financial controls and compliance. Key responsibilities include: Managing the day-to-day finance function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and billing Producing accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports Preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections Monitoring cash flow and working capital to support financial stability Providing financial analysis and commercial insight to support strategic decision making Managing the annual audit process and liaising with external auditors Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax legislation and statutory reporting requirements Developing and improving financial systems, reporting processes and internal controls Monitoring project profitability and providing financial support to operational teams Overseeing pension administration, company insurance renewals and other finance-related compliance activities Managing and developing an Accounts Assistant About You We're looking for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a hands-on leadership role and can confidently influence stakeholders across the business. You'll ideally have: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Accountant position Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Excellent budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management skills A thorough understanding of UK accounting standards and financial compliance Experience managing external audits Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide commercial financial insight Experience implementing and improving financial controls and processes Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the business Professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) would be advantageous, although applications from suitably experienced candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered. What's on Offer? Salary of £55,000 - £60,000 A key leadership role within a growing business Opportunity to influence strategic decision making Supportive and collaborative working environment Career progression as the business continues to grow If you're an ambitious Finance Manager looking for your next challenge and want to join a business where your expertise will make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion, or for further information, please contact James Jackson at Conrad Consulting.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

What you will do The role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the overall governance framework and processes for the IT function, ensuring it remains fit-for purpose and aligned to business prorities. Develop and maintain internal IT standards and control policies, procedures and processes. Implement solutions that are pragmatic and scalable that balance compliance with operational efficiency Support the management of control points and non-conformances, ensuring clear ownership and timely remediation. Develop and own management reports on IT standards, controls compliance and non-technical risks. Deliver activities to standardise IT policies, processes and procedures in alignment with best practices. Provide advice on IT standards and controls to technical teams when required. Work as part of the IT Business Operations team to collectively manage the cross-functional integration of the IT department. Work with IT colleagues, Information Security, Data Governance and others to continually improve standards and controls across IT. Build strong relationships with stakeholders by translating technical or control concepts into clear business language in order to influence behaviours and drive adoption. Support the interface to Risk and Legal for all matters related to internal audit and risk management. Identify and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement in IT governance and controls processes and effectiveness. What you will have Experience: Experience in IT governance, risk, controls or operational management, preferably within the legal, consulting or other professional services sectors. Knowledge and understanding of governance and IT controls frameworks as well as their operational implementation. A proven ability to translate frameworks into practical implementation is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, supported by advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience developing reports, dashboards and management information using Power BI or comparable tools would be advantageous.Experienced with working successfully with a complex and large set of stakeholders Process design skills are desirable Audit and assurance skills are desirable. Awareness of current IT and data market trends and technology innovations. At least 5 years background in IT industry, with experience managing governance and controls. Personal: Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Problem-solving mindset with an ability to simplify complex issues and deliver details. Collaborative approach underpinned by strong ownership and independent accountabilityGood organisational skills, methodical approach and attention to detail Good business acumen and understanding of how the firm is positioned in the global market. Good technical acumen with strong verbal reasoning skills. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here.

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Compliance Manager for a well-established Logistics company based in the Heathrow area. Job Purpose: The Compliance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation adheres to all relevant regulatory, safety, contractual and ethical standards. This position encompasses managing and conducting audits, supporting with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) compliance requirements, assisting with Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) obligations for customs clearance, addressing health and safety regulations in conjunction with external H & S experts, and developing a robust risk and compliance framework whilst supporting the Head of Legal in ensuring that contractual obligations are complied with. The role also requires leadership in promoting anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance, together with ensuring teams are supported in managing risks effectively, including chairing risk committee meetings to enhance departmental governance and awareness. Key Responsibilities Audit and Regulatory Compliance: o Plan, conduct, and oversee internal and external audits to ensure adherence to regulatory, contractual and organisational standards. o Support teams with any remedial actions in response to audits. o Develop and implement an appropriate audit cycle to include a programme of monthly and yearly audits (as applicable). o Liaise with governmental and regulatory bodies together with external consultants, in order to support the Head of Legal and various teams in managing their compliance aspects across the business. o Design and deliver training as may be necessary. Customs Clearance, Civil Aviation Authority and Contractual Agreements: o Audit MOU customs clearance processes and procedures, ensuring all requirements are met effectively and efficiently. o Support with Civil Aviation Authority compliance requirements such as clearance checks on employees. o Support the Head of Legal in cascading key contractual requirements to relevant departments. o Support with the management and maintenance of authorisations and accreditations. o Be a point of contact for the business in relation to queries or new developments. Health and Safety Compliance: o Ensure the organisation is aware of and complies with UK Health and Safety laws and guidelines in conjunction with an external Health and Safety consultant. o Collaborate with relevant teams (including supporting the Head of HR) to implement and monitor Health and Safety initiatives and carry out internal audits as required. Risk and Compliance Programme Development: o Develop, implement, and regularly review a comprehensive risk and compliance programme tailored to organisational needs. o Create and develop templates to support departmental management of risk and compliance initiatives. o Monitor ongoing compliance and mitigate identified risks. Anti-Bribery, Corruption, Modern Slavery, Data Protection and Information Security: o Support and promote compliance with anti-bribery, corruption, modern slavery, Data Protection and Information Security laws/regulations through training (including procuring specialist external training), policy implementation, and monitoring. o Investigate and resolve compliance breaches in a timely manner and support the Head of Legal in liaising with governmental and regulatory bodies as required. o Assist with assessments of supply chain compliance, including reporting findings and supporting suppliers with required remedial measures (as appropriate). Governance and Committee Leadership : o Chair risk committee meetings, driving discussions on compliance risks, controls, and mitigations. o Provide comprehensive reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders to ensure a robust risk and compliance environment is achieved. Qualifications & Experience: • Customs clearance experience and knowledge is required e.g. MOU, BIRDS. • Experience of Civil Aviation Authority regulations is not required but is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. • Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements/frameworks within the UK. • Experience in supporting teams business wide to enhance and develop their compliance knowledge and management of risks. • Proven experience in risk management, compliance programme development, and governance. • Understanding of anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance frameworks is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience in chairing committees or cross-functional meetings. • Experience of liaising with regulatory or governmental bodies together with effective senior stakeholder management. Skills & Competencies: • Analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. • Proficiency in relevant compliance tools/frameworks and software is advantageous. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) : • Timely and successful completion of audits and regulatory submissions. • Reduction in compliance risks and breaches. • Effective implementation of compliance training and awareness programmes. As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.