Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Software Engineering team enables a seamless customer experience through technology solutions. Do you have experience with Hyperexponential's hx Renew, or a similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms? If so, apply to join our London-based team today! You will play a critical role in growing and transforming our Technology landscape by completing advanced end-to-end engineering tasks while providing technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. In this role, you will primarily support the hx Renew platform, Hyperexponential's pricing decision intelligence platform, whilst also providing ongoing support to the existing Sequel Ratings system as it is decommissioned. You will leverage your consulting skills and problem solving ability to lead interactions between various systems and technical teams to solve our most challenging business solutions while defining technical requirements and coordinating team resources. We offer a unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative environment. Our award-winning culture of collaboration and diversity provides meaningful options for community involvement and will encourage you to learn and grow in ways you never expected. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Consult with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications, manage interaction between the systems and other technical support areas, and define technical requirements and coordinate team resources to solve problems. Guide the team to tackle problems at differentiating levels of complexity. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on complex engineering solutions while fostering a team environment. Design, develop, analyze, configure by defining technical requirements, test, debug, troubleshoot, document, health monitor/alert, and implement software based on user or system specifications. Collaborate with a robust team of engineers to sharpen your skills, learn various emerging technologies while working on key business initiatives. Research and apply knowledge of current industry trends and techniques to formulate solutions for software engineering problems. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Ideally have experience with H yperexponential's hx Renew, or similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms. Considerable programming/development experience. PYTHON: Programming/development experience in relation to pricing and insurance. .NET: Programming/development experience focused on .NET and/or .NET core concepts and design patterns with working knowledge of: web service technologies such as REST, or JSON; automated unit, UI, and End-to-End tests such as NUnit, Mocha, Jasmine, Jest or Selenium; and DevOps, CI/CD, and configuration management tools. The ability to deliver work at a steady, predictable pace to achieve commitments, deliver complete solutions but release them in small batches, and identify and negotiate important trade-offs. Demonstrated track record of domain expertise including the ability to understand technical concepts and industry trends, and possess in-depth knowledge of immediate systems worked on and some knowledge of adjacent systems. Strong problem solver who ensures systems are built with longevity and creates innovative ways to resolve issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate well with team members and business partners. Ability to lead team members and help create a safe environment for others to learn and grow as engineers. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or its equivalent in work experience. Strong programming/development experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Software Engineering team enables a seamless customer experience through technology solutions. Do you have experience with Hyperexponential's hx Renew, or a similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms? If so, apply to join our London-based team today! You will play a critical role in growing and transforming our Technology landscape by completing advanced end-to-end engineering tasks while providing technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. In this role, you will primarily support the hx Renew platform, Hyperexponential's pricing decision intelligence platform, whilst also providing ongoing support to the existing Sequel Ratings system as it is decommissioned. You will leverage your consulting skills and problem solving ability to lead interactions between various systems and technical teams to solve our most challenging business solutions while defining technical requirements and coordinating team resources. We offer a unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative environment. Our award-winning culture of collaboration and diversity provides meaningful options for community involvement and will encourage you to learn and grow in ways you never expected. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Consult with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications, manage interaction between the systems and other technical support areas, and define technical requirements and coordinate team resources to solve problems. Guide the team to tackle problems at differentiating levels of complexity. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on complex engineering solutions while fostering a team environment. Design, develop, analyze, configure by defining technical requirements, test, debug, troubleshoot, document, health monitor/alert, and implement software based on user or system specifications. Collaborate with a robust team of engineers to sharpen your skills, learn various emerging technologies while working on key business initiatives. Research and apply knowledge of current industry trends and techniques to formulate solutions for software engineering problems. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Ideally have experience with H yperexponential's hx Renew, or similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms. Considerable programming/development experience. PYTHON: Programming/development experience in relation to pricing and insurance. .NET: Programming/development experience focused on .NET and/or .NET core concepts and design patterns with working knowledge of: web service technologies such as REST, or JSON; automated unit, UI, and End-to-End tests such as NUnit, Mocha, Jasmine, Jest or Selenium; and DevOps, CI/CD, and configuration management tools. The ability to deliver work at a steady, predictable pace to achieve commitments, deliver complete solutions but release them in small batches, and identify and negotiate important trade-offs. Demonstrated track record of domain expertise including the ability to understand technical concepts and industry trends, and possess in-depth knowledge of immediate systems worked on and some knowledge of adjacent systems. Strong problem solver who ensures systems are built with longevity and creates innovative ways to resolve issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate well with team members and business partners. Ability to lead team members and help create a safe environment for others to learn and grow as engineers. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or its equivalent in work experience. Strong programming/development experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We're looking for a Product Development Specialist to join our Wordings & Product team. You'll bring hands-on commercial underwriting and policy wording experience - as well as a genuine passion for building products that truly serve our customers. You'll work alongside our Business Insurance Leadership team, bringing technical product and underwriting expertise to shape, design, and evolve our product portfolio. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Support the Technical Product development for new or updated products, working closely with the Subject Matter Expert (Portfolio/Product Manager, Managing/Senior Underwriter). Deliver the following, within agreed timelines, for new/updated products: Underwriting: development of appropriate appetite, underwriting parameters including capacity deployment, line size, new and renewal program rules, question sets, ensure reinsurance cover alignment, and, risk survey parameters for product lines or industries. Wordings: using customer research completed by the Propositions and SMEs team, design the scope of wording (e.g. necessary extensions, conditions, exclusions). Once Wordings team has drafted the full wording, ensure these are robust, customer centric, and align with underwriting methodology and systems. Product supporting materials: Draft Technical Collaterals (i.e. Product UW guides/guidance/bulletins) and update as part of the product development process. Draft technical product underwriter training. Prepare collaterals to support the review and agreement of aspects of the technical product development process noted above. Technology: provide technical consultation on the design and implementation process of the technology platform to ensure successful integration or conversion of the new or updated product including IT scope (e.g. Management Information requirements, Policy Schedule design and production, Product configuration) and oversight the testing of UW systems. To deliver on the above you will have the support of the SMEs, Underwriting Officers, Wordings team, Product team, IT, and other necessary areas of the organisation. Provide technical consultation to Propositions and SMEs regarding the review of competitor information. Contribute to the development of technical underwriting /broker training material to accompany product launch and assist with delivery as required by the SME. Maintain a log of approvals for the technical work to satisfy governance requirements. Provide input to progress reports as needed. Ensure that you keep abreast of market activity with regards the product content across first and third-party lines of business. Have an understanding of the reinsurance treaty policy content requirements and restrictions across BI. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Solid insurance underwriting experience. Thorough understanding of Business Insurance products, systems, contracts, forms, coverage, distribution channels, regulatory environment and insurance financials. Very strong verbal and written communications skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and adapt as required. Ability to communicate at all levels and manage stakeholder expectations. Good level of proficiency required in the following: Financial Acumen, Presentation Skills, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint. ACII qualifications. What is a Must Have? Previous Insurance experience with good knowledge of product, underwriting or coverage. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We're looking for a Product Development Specialist to join our Wordings & Product team. You'll bring hands-on commercial underwriting and policy wording experience - as well as a genuine passion for building products that truly serve our customers. You'll work alongside our Business Insurance Leadership team, bringing technical product and underwriting expertise to shape, design, and evolve our product portfolio. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Support the Technical Product development for new or updated products, working closely with the Subject Matter Expert (Portfolio/Product Manager, Managing/Senior Underwriter). Deliver the following, within agreed timelines, for new/updated products: Underwriting: development of appropriate appetite, underwriting parameters including capacity deployment, line size, new and renewal program rules, question sets, ensure reinsurance cover alignment, and, risk survey parameters for product lines or industries. Wordings: using customer research completed by the Propositions and SMEs team, design the scope of wording (e.g. necessary extensions, conditions, exclusions). Once Wordings team has drafted the full wording, ensure these are robust, customer centric, and align with underwriting methodology and systems. Product supporting materials: Draft Technical Collaterals (i.e. Product UW guides/guidance/bulletins) and update as part of the product development process. Draft technical product underwriter training. Prepare collaterals to support the review and agreement of aspects of the technical product development process noted above. Technology: provide technical consultation on the design and implementation process of the technology platform to ensure successful integration or conversion of the new or updated product including IT scope (e.g. Management Information requirements, Policy Schedule design and production, Product configuration) and oversight the testing of UW systems. To deliver on the above you will have the support of the SMEs, Underwriting Officers, Wordings team, Product team, IT, and other necessary areas of the organisation. Provide technical consultation to Propositions and SMEs regarding the review of competitor information. Contribute to the development of technical underwriting /broker training material to accompany product launch and assist with delivery as required by the SME. Maintain a log of approvals for the technical work to satisfy governance requirements. Provide input to progress reports as needed. Ensure that you keep abreast of market activity with regards the product content across first and third-party lines of business. Have an understanding of the reinsurance treaty policy content requirements and restrictions across BI. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Solid insurance underwriting experience. Thorough understanding of Business Insurance products, systems, contracts, forms, coverage, distribution channels, regulatory environment and insurance financials. Very strong verbal and written communications skills. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and adapt as required. Ability to communicate at all levels and manage stakeholder expectations. Good level of proficiency required in the following: Financial Acumen, Presentation Skills, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint. ACII qualifications. What is a Must Have? Previous Insurance experience with good knowledge of product, underwriting or coverage. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Our Cyber Underwriting team are looking for a high-impact Director to lead the London Market underwriting team. You'll be at the heart of our Cyber portfolio; working closely with our Head of Cyber to support the strategic direction and growth of the book. You'll combine hands-on underwriting with strategic influence - managing a team and shaping how we grow in the London market. You'll lead on pricing and risk selection, guide complex and high-profile accounts, and be a visible market voice through broker engagement, thought leadership, and industry events. With responsibility for driving production, profitability and underwriting excellence, you'll report on the success of the book and help execute our strategy. This is an incredible opportunity for a technical underwriter with Cyber experience in the London Market to drive portfolio performance, and play a pivotal role in the future direction of our Cyber business. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Achieves the annually agreed production and profitability objectives. Ensures that new business, renewals and mid term adjustments within assigned product(s) are underwritten within published guidelines and authorities. Polices processed onto IT systems as required by the Commercial Underwriting Practices Manual. Accountable for adequate pricing and classification of risks within assigned product(s) in accordance with the Underwriting Guidelines and rating consideration, liaising with Actuarial Department as required. Ensures adequate information is obtained to enable the selection of high quality business within the product segment. Ensures that all business written is within the gross and net capacity agreed each year in the structure of the ceded reinsurance programme. Monitors market developments within assigned product(s) and ensure that opportunities are maximised and threats are minimised. Researches and develops new and existing areas within the product(s). Ensures policy documentation for customers accurately reflect coverage agreed and issued within the agreed service standards. Promotes Travelers products, distribution strategy and philosophy and provides guidance on the Company's underwriting philosophy, procedures and requirements by regular visits to brokers premises maximising the opportunities for growth and profit of the commercial business. Ensures underwriters writing for the product; comply with their authority levels, the Product Underwriting Guides, Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual and the Business Partner & Processing Manual. Performs process and underwriting competency audits to ensure the audit requirements established for Commercial Underwriting are complied with and underwriting standards within the product(s) are both maintained and continually improved upon. Ensures that high quality customer service is delivered to brokers and customers in line with the Commercial Insurance service standards and/or product specific service levels. Supports the objective to ensure that a high quality risk management service is provided for customers. Handles referrals and underwriting of complex and/or high profile accounts and underwriting individual risk accounts. Sets and maintains underwriting guidelines for assigned product(s), in collaboration with Chief Underwriting Officers and Technical Solutions to ensure that the Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual are adhered to. Makes recommendation for and appropriately maintains underwriting authority documents within the Company for assigned product(s) based upon individual underwriting experience and competencies. Sets work objectives and goals for employees and manages performance. Typically involved in hiring and compensation decisions. Seeks out opportunities to champion or lead projects to improve efficiencies and effectiveness within product(s). Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree or higher education level. Relevant experience in Underwriting preferred, with a thorough understanding of the assigned product(s). Advanced level of proficiency required in the following: Organisation, Financial Acumen, Communication, Collaboration, Presentation Skill, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Advanced level of proficiency required in the following leadership competencies: Leading the Business including; Change Management, Strategic Planning, Making Decisions, Results Orientation, Influencing, Leadership, Power, Business Perspective, Risk Taking, Innovation and Understanding & Navigating the Organisation. Leading Others including; Forging Synergy, Develops Employees, Building Collaborative Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Leveraging Differences, Participative Management and Leading Employees. Leading Self including; Openness to Influence, Flexibility, Demonstrates Leadership Stature, Self-Awareness, Credibility and Seeks Opportunities to Learn. Advanced Qualification in Insurance preferred (ACII or equivalent). What is a Must Have? Extensive understanding of UK Professional Indemnity or Financial Institutions and Management Liability. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Our Cyber Underwriting team are looking for a high-impact Director to lead the London Market underwriting team. You'll be at the heart of our Cyber portfolio; working closely with our Head of Cyber to support the strategic direction and growth of the book. You'll combine hands-on underwriting with strategic influence - managing a team and shaping how we grow in the London market. You'll lead on pricing and risk selection, guide complex and high-profile accounts, and be a visible market voice through broker engagement, thought leadership, and industry events. With responsibility for driving production, profitability and underwriting excellence, you'll report on the success of the book and help execute our strategy. This is an incredible opportunity for a technical underwriter with Cyber experience in the London Market to drive portfolio performance, and play a pivotal role in the future direction of our Cyber business. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Achieves the annually agreed production and profitability objectives. Ensures that new business, renewals and mid term adjustments within assigned product(s) are underwritten within published guidelines and authorities. Polices processed onto IT systems as required by the Commercial Underwriting Practices Manual. Accountable for adequate pricing and classification of risks within assigned product(s) in accordance with the Underwriting Guidelines and rating consideration, liaising with Actuarial Department as required. Ensures adequate information is obtained to enable the selection of high quality business within the product segment. Ensures that all business written is within the gross and net capacity agreed each year in the structure of the ceded reinsurance programme. Monitors market developments within assigned product(s) and ensure that opportunities are maximised and threats are minimised. Researches and develops new and existing areas within the product(s). Ensures policy documentation for customers accurately reflect coverage agreed and issued within the agreed service standards. Promotes Travelers products, distribution strategy and philosophy and provides guidance on the Company's underwriting philosophy, procedures and requirements by regular visits to brokers premises maximising the opportunities for growth and profit of the commercial business. Ensures underwriters writing for the product; comply with their authority levels, the Product Underwriting Guides, Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual and the Business Partner & Processing Manual. Performs process and underwriting competency audits to ensure the audit requirements established for Commercial Underwriting are complied with and underwriting standards within the product(s) are both maintained and continually improved upon. Ensures that high quality customer service is delivered to brokers and customers in line with the Commercial Insurance service standards and/or product specific service levels. Supports the objective to ensure that a high quality risk management service is provided for customers. Handles referrals and underwriting of complex and/or high profile accounts and underwriting individual risk accounts. Sets and maintains underwriting guidelines for assigned product(s), in collaboration with Chief Underwriting Officers and Technical Solutions to ensure that the Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual are adhered to. Makes recommendation for and appropriately maintains underwriting authority documents within the Company for assigned product(s) based upon individual underwriting experience and competencies. Sets work objectives and goals for employees and manages performance. Typically involved in hiring and compensation decisions. Seeks out opportunities to champion or lead projects to improve efficiencies and effectiveness within product(s). Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree or higher education level. Relevant experience in Underwriting preferred, with a thorough understanding of the assigned product(s). Advanced level of proficiency required in the following: Organisation, Financial Acumen, Communication, Collaboration, Presentation Skill, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Advanced level of proficiency required in the following leadership competencies: Leading the Business including; Change Management, Strategic Planning, Making Decisions, Results Orientation, Influencing, Leadership, Power, Business Perspective, Risk Taking, Innovation and Understanding & Navigating the Organisation. Leading Others including; Forging Synergy, Develops Employees, Building Collaborative Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Leveraging Differences, Participative Management and Leading Employees. Leading Self including; Openness to Influence, Flexibility, Demonstrates Leadership Stature, Self-Awareness, Credibility and Seeks Opportunities to Learn. Advanced Qualification in Insurance preferred (ACII or equivalent). What is a Must Have? Extensive understanding of UK Professional Indemnity or Financial Institutions and Management Liability. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are seeking a Senior Assistant Pricing Actuary to be based in London, Redhill, or Dublin office. The ideal candidate will have some prior working experience within an pricing actuarial role and be either part-qualified, nearly qualified or newly qualified. This is an analytic role with responsibility for exposure-based pricing models in Travelers Europe. The individual in this role is expected to be an influential member of a team of people who support pricing models, pricing data and pricing analysis in the actuarial department. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Operational: Maintain and develop pricing algorithms for Travelers Europe Implement those algorithms in the Hyperexponential (HX production system) Liaise with underwriters to support use of pricing models Run processes for batch rating portfolios of business in Python Expand batch rater (and associated standard pricing dataset) to work for more products across Travelers Europe Run processes for calibrating base rates Prepare data and analysis for actuarial rating validation exercises for specific products Contribute to analysis of pricing model data Assist with other roles (e.g. case pricing, business planning, reinsurance purchase) carried out by the Travelers Europe pricing team. Communication: Communicates analysis, project results, and other business initiatives to peers and business partners. Communicates technical topics to non-technical audience within the primary working group with guidance from manager. Actively participates and may lead group discussions at the unit level. Creates formal written communication such as memos or presentations with guidance and peer review. Networks and collaborates on ideas and challenges. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Associate Actuarial Credential. University degree in STEM related field. Strong PC skills (MS Office) and programming skills (eg. SQL, SAS). Strong understanding of insurance products and industry. Demonstrable ability in actuarial and quantitative analysis and statistical concepts. Leadership: Take ownership of assigned projects and meetings, make recommendations and presents results to business partners. Proficient in Leading Self, exhibiting self-awareness while also effectively managing ambiguity. Initial development of Leading Others, including mentoring/training team members. Initial development of Leading the Business, including actively supporting business goals and being a positive member of the Enterprise culture. Business Acumen: Has an in-depth understanding and knowledge of a few basic business drivers and disciplines such as: underwriting, products, reinsurance, distribution, sales, operations, risk control, claim, and financials. Able to effectively utilise this business knowledge in developing analytic solutions. Has a foundational perspective of the primary industry and developing trends such as: technology, analytic methodology, products and performance of competitors. Is familiar with a couple other key business drivers and disciplines. Relationship Management: Proactively build and own professional business relationships across the BI&AA community across the Enterprise. Generate and solicit ideas, and begin to build consensus with guidance. Aware of potential conflict and begins to addresses with guidance. Begin to set and manage expectations with business partners for small projects. Quantitative Analysis: Evaluate and use appropriate data, tools and methods. Able to perform analytics independently, can effectively plan next steps within analyses with little oversight. May perform technical review of team work product. Able to contribute on more complex analytical work with guidance. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Demonstrable experience in quantitative analysis. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are seeking a Senior Assistant Pricing Actuary to be based in London, Redhill, or Dublin office. The ideal candidate will have some prior working experience within an pricing actuarial role and be either part-qualified, nearly qualified or newly qualified. This is an analytic role with responsibility for exposure-based pricing models in Travelers Europe. The individual in this role is expected to be an influential member of a team of people who support pricing models, pricing data and pricing analysis in the actuarial department. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Operational: Maintain and develop pricing algorithms for Travelers Europe Implement those algorithms in the Hyperexponential (HX production system) Liaise with underwriters to support use of pricing models Run processes for batch rating portfolios of business in Python Expand batch rater (and associated standard pricing dataset) to work for more products across Travelers Europe Run processes for calibrating base rates Prepare data and analysis for actuarial rating validation exercises for specific products Contribute to analysis of pricing model data Assist with other roles (e.g. case pricing, business planning, reinsurance purchase) carried out by the Travelers Europe pricing team. Communication: Communicates analysis, project results, and other business initiatives to peers and business partners. Communicates technical topics to non-technical audience within the primary working group with guidance from manager. Actively participates and may lead group discussions at the unit level. Creates formal written communication such as memos or presentations with guidance and peer review. Networks and collaborates on ideas and challenges. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Associate Actuarial Credential. University degree in STEM related field. Strong PC skills (MS Office) and programming skills (eg. SQL, SAS). Strong understanding of insurance products and industry. Demonstrable ability in actuarial and quantitative analysis and statistical concepts. Leadership: Take ownership of assigned projects and meetings, make recommendations and presents results to business partners. Proficient in Leading Self, exhibiting self-awareness while also effectively managing ambiguity. Initial development of Leading Others, including mentoring/training team members. Initial development of Leading the Business, including actively supporting business goals and being a positive member of the Enterprise culture. Business Acumen: Has an in-depth understanding and knowledge of a few basic business drivers and disciplines such as: underwriting, products, reinsurance, distribution, sales, operations, risk control, claim, and financials. Able to effectively utilise this business knowledge in developing analytic solutions. Has a foundational perspective of the primary industry and developing trends such as: technology, analytic methodology, products and performance of competitors. Is familiar with a couple other key business drivers and disciplines. Relationship Management: Proactively build and own professional business relationships across the BI&AA community across the Enterprise. Generate and solicit ideas, and begin to build consensus with guidance. Aware of potential conflict and begins to addresses with guidance. Begin to set and manage expectations with business partners for small projects. Quantitative Analysis: Evaluate and use appropriate data, tools and methods. Able to perform analytics independently, can effectively plan next steps within analyses with little oversight. May perform technical review of team work product. Able to contribute on more complex analytical work with guidance. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. Demonstrable experience in quantitative analysis. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Software Engineering team enables a seamless customer experience through technology solutions. Do you have experience with Hyperexponential's hx Renew, or a similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms? If so, apply to join our London-based team today! You will play a critical role in growing and transforming our Technology landscape by completing advanced end-to-end engineering tasks while providing technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. In this role, you will primarily support the hx Renew platform, Hyperexponential's pricing decision intelligence platform, whilst also providing ongoing support to the existing Sequel Ratings system as it is decommissioned. You will leverage your consulting skills and problem solving ability to lead interactions between various systems and technical teams to solve our most challenging business solutions while defining technical requirements and coordinating team resources. We offer a unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative environment. Our award-winning culture of collaboration and diversity provides meaningful options for community involvement and will encourage you to learn and grow in ways you never expected. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Consult with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications, manage interaction between the systems and other technical support areas, and define technical requirements and coordinate team resources to solve problems. Guide the team to tackle problems at differentiating levels of complexity. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on complex engineering solutions while fostering a team environment. Design, develop, analyze, configure by defining technical requirements, test, debug, troubleshoot, document, health monitor/alert, and implement software based on user or system specifications. Collaborate with a robust team of engineers to sharpen your skills, learn various emerging technologies while working on key business initiatives. Research and apply knowledge of current industry trends and techniques to formulate solutions for software engineering problems. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Ideally have experience with H yperexponential's hx Renew, or similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms. Considerable programming/development experience. PYTHON: Programming/development experience in relation to pricing and insurance. .NET: Programming/development experience focused on .NET and/or .NET core concepts and design patterns with working knowledge of: web service technologies such as REST, or JSON; automated unit, UI, and End-to-End tests such as NUnit, Mocha, Jasmine, Jest or Selenium; and DevOps, CI/CD, and configuration management tools. The ability to deliver work at a steady, predictable pace to achieve commitments, deliver complete solutions but release them in small batches, and identify and negotiate important trade-offs. Demonstrated track record of domain expertise including the ability to understand technical concepts and industry trends, and possess in-depth knowledge of immediate systems worked on and some knowledge of adjacent systems. Strong problem solver who ensures systems are built with longevity and creates innovative ways to resolve issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate well with team members and business partners. Ability to lead team members and help create a safe environment for others to learn and grow as engineers. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or its equivalent in work experience. Strong programming/development experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Software Engineering team enables a seamless customer experience through technology solutions. Do you have experience with Hyperexponential's hx Renew, or a similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms? If so, apply to join our London-based team today! You will play a critical role in growing and transforming our Technology landscape by completing advanced end-to-end engineering tasks while providing technical guidance and mentorship to other team members. In this role, you will primarily support the hx Renew platform, Hyperexponential's pricing decision intelligence platform, whilst also providing ongoing support to the existing Sequel Ratings system as it is decommissioned. You will leverage your consulting skills and problem solving ability to lead interactions between various systems and technical teams to solve our most challenging business solutions while defining technical requirements and coordinating team resources. We offer a unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative environment. Our award-winning culture of collaboration and diversity provides meaningful options for community involvement and will encourage you to learn and grow in ways you never expected. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Consult with users to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications, manage interaction between the systems and other technical support areas, and define technical requirements and coordinate team resources to solve problems. Guide the team to tackle problems at differentiating levels of complexity. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on complex engineering solutions while fostering a team environment. Design, develop, analyze, configure by defining technical requirements, test, debug, troubleshoot, document, health monitor/alert, and implement software based on user or system specifications. Collaborate with a robust team of engineers to sharpen your skills, learn various emerging technologies while working on key business initiatives. Research and apply knowledge of current industry trends and techniques to formulate solutions for software engineering problems. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Ideally have experience with H yperexponential's hx Renew, or similar Insurance Pricing, Ratings, Actuarial or Underwriting Platforms. Considerable programming/development experience. PYTHON: Programming/development experience in relation to pricing and insurance. .NET: Programming/development experience focused on .NET and/or .NET core concepts and design patterns with working knowledge of: web service technologies such as REST, or JSON; automated unit, UI, and End-to-End tests such as NUnit, Mocha, Jasmine, Jest or Selenium; and DevOps, CI/CD, and configuration management tools. The ability to deliver work at a steady, predictable pace to achieve commitments, deliver complete solutions but release them in small batches, and identify and negotiate important trade-offs. Demonstrated track record of domain expertise including the ability to understand technical concepts and industry trends, and possess in-depth knowledge of immediate systems worked on and some knowledge of adjacent systems. Strong problem solver who ensures systems are built with longevity and creates innovative ways to resolve issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate well with team members and business partners. Ability to lead team members and help create a safe environment for others to learn and grow as engineers. What is a Must Have? Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or its equivalent in work experience. Strong programming/development experience. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Our Cyber Underwriting team are looking for a high-impact Director to lead the London Market underwriting team. You'll be at the heart of our Cyber portfolio; working closely with our Head of Cyber to support the strategic direction and growth of the book. You'll combine hands-on underwriting with strategic influence - managing a team and shaping how we grow in the London market. You'll lead on pricing and risk selection, guide complex and high-profile accounts, and be a visible market voice through broker engagement, thought leadership, and industry events. With responsibility for driving production, profitability and underwriting excellence, you'll report on the success of the book and help execute our strategy. This is an incredible opportunity for a technical underwriter with Cyber experience in the London Market to drive portfolio performance, and play a pivotal role in the future direction of our Cyber business. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Achieves the annually agreed production and profitability objectives. Ensures that new business, renewals and mid term adjustments within assigned product(s) are underwritten within published guidelines and authorities. Polices processed onto IT systems as required by the Commercial Underwriting Practices Manual. Accountable for adequate pricing and classification of risks within assigned product(s) in accordance with the Underwriting Guidelines and rating consideration, liaising with Actuarial Department as required. Ensures adequate information is obtained to enable the selection of high quality business within the product segment. Ensures that all business written is within the gross and net capacity agreed each year in the structure of the ceded reinsurance programme. Monitors market developments within assigned product(s) and ensure that opportunities are maximised and threats are minimised. Researches and develops new and existing areas within the product(s). Ensures policy documentation for customers accurately reflect coverage agreed and issued within the agreed service standards. Promotes Travelers products, distribution strategy and philosophy and provides guidance on the Company's underwriting philosophy, procedures and requirements by regular visits to brokers premises maximising the opportunities for growth and profit of the commercial business. Ensures underwriters writing for the product; comply with their authority levels, the Product Underwriting Guides, Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual and the Business Partner & Processing Manual. Performs process and underwriting competency audits to ensure the audit requirements established for Commercial Underwriting are complied with and underwriting standards within the product(s) are both maintained and continually improved upon. Ensures that high quality customer service is delivered to brokers and customers in line with the Commercial Insurance service standards and/or product specific service levels. Supports the objective to ensure that a high quality risk management service is provided for customers. Handles referrals and underwriting of complex and/or high profile accounts and underwriting individual risk accounts. Sets and maintains underwriting guidelines for assigned product(s), in collaboration with Chief Underwriting Officers and Technical Solutions to ensure that the Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual are adhered to. Makes recommendation for and appropriately maintains underwriting authority documents within the Company for assigned product(s) based upon individual underwriting experience and competencies. Sets work objectives and goals for employees and manages performance. Typically involved in hiring and compensation decisions. Seeks out opportunities to champion or lead projects to improve efficiencies and effectiveness within product(s). Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree or higher education level. Relevant experience in Underwriting preferred, with a thorough understanding of the assigned product(s). Advanced level of proficiency required in the following: Organisation, Financial Acumen, Communication, Collaboration, Presentation Skill, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Advanced level of proficiency required in the following leadership competencies: Leading the Business including; Change Management, Strategic Planning, Making Decisions, Results Orientation, Influencing, Leadership, Power, Business Perspective, Risk Taking, Innovation and Understanding & Navigating the Organisation. Leading Others including; Forging Synergy, Develops Employees, Building Collaborative Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Leveraging Differences, Participative Management and Leading Employees. Leading Self including; Openness to Influence, Flexibility, Demonstrates Leadership Stature, Self-Awareness, Credibility and Seeks Opportunities to Learn. Advanced Qualification in Insurance preferred (ACII or equivalent). What is a Must Have? Extensive understanding of UK Professional Indemnity or Financial Institutions and Management Liability. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Our Cyber Underwriting team are looking for a high-impact Director to lead the London Market underwriting team. You'll be at the heart of our Cyber portfolio; working closely with our Head of Cyber to support the strategic direction and growth of the book. You'll combine hands-on underwriting with strategic influence - managing a team and shaping how we grow in the London market. You'll lead on pricing and risk selection, guide complex and high-profile accounts, and be a visible market voice through broker engagement, thought leadership, and industry events. With responsibility for driving production, profitability and underwriting excellence, you'll report on the success of the book and help execute our strategy. This is an incredible opportunity for a technical underwriter with Cyber experience in the London Market to drive portfolio performance, and play a pivotal role in the future direction of our Cyber business. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Achieves the annually agreed production and profitability objectives. Ensures that new business, renewals and mid term adjustments within assigned product(s) are underwritten within published guidelines and authorities. Polices processed onto IT systems as required by the Commercial Underwriting Practices Manual. Accountable for adequate pricing and classification of risks within assigned product(s) in accordance with the Underwriting Guidelines and rating consideration, liaising with Actuarial Department as required. Ensures adequate information is obtained to enable the selection of high quality business within the product segment. Ensures that all business written is within the gross and net capacity agreed each year in the structure of the ceded reinsurance programme. Monitors market developments within assigned product(s) and ensure that opportunities are maximised and threats are minimised. Researches and develops new and existing areas within the product(s). Ensures policy documentation for customers accurately reflect coverage agreed and issued within the agreed service standards. Promotes Travelers products, distribution strategy and philosophy and provides guidance on the Company's underwriting philosophy, procedures and requirements by regular visits to brokers premises maximising the opportunities for growth and profit of the commercial business. Ensures underwriters writing for the product; comply with their authority levels, the Product Underwriting Guides, Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual and the Business Partner & Processing Manual. Performs process and underwriting competency audits to ensure the audit requirements established for Commercial Underwriting are complied with and underwriting standards within the product(s) are both maintained and continually improved upon. Ensures that high quality customer service is delivered to brokers and customers in line with the Commercial Insurance service standards and/or product specific service levels. Supports the objective to ensure that a high quality risk management service is provided for customers. Handles referrals and underwriting of complex and/or high profile accounts and underwriting individual risk accounts. Sets and maintains underwriting guidelines for assigned product(s), in collaboration with Chief Underwriting Officers and Technical Solutions to ensure that the Technical Underwriting Guides and Commercial Underwriting Practice Manual are adhered to. Makes recommendation for and appropriately maintains underwriting authority documents within the Company for assigned product(s) based upon individual underwriting experience and competencies. Sets work objectives and goals for employees and manages performance. Typically involved in hiring and compensation decisions. Seeks out opportunities to champion or lead projects to improve efficiencies and effectiveness within product(s). Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Bachelor's Degree or higher education level. Relevant experience in Underwriting preferred, with a thorough understanding of the assigned product(s). Advanced level of proficiency required in the following: Organisation, Financial Acumen, Communication, Collaboration, Presentation Skill, Networking, Risk Selection and Critical and Analytical Thinking. Advanced level of proficiency required in the following leadership competencies: Leading the Business including; Change Management, Strategic Planning, Making Decisions, Results Orientation, Influencing, Leadership, Power, Business Perspective, Risk Taking, Innovation and Understanding & Navigating the Organisation. Leading Others including; Forging Synergy, Develops Employees, Building Collaborative Relationships, Communicating Effectively, Leveraging Differences, Participative Management and Leading Employees. Leading Self including; Openness to Influence, Flexibility, Demonstrates Leadership Stature, Self-Awareness, Credibility and Seeks Opportunities to Learn. Advanced Qualification in Insurance preferred (ACII or equivalent). What is a Must Have? Extensive understanding of UK Professional Indemnity or Financial Institutions and Management Liability. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit .
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Financial Controller Future Directions CIC Chadderton £60,000-£65,000 DOE Office-based Some Financial Controller roles operate at arm s length from the detail. This is not one of them. Future Directions CIC is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who can keep the organisation s core accounting and payroll cycles running reliably while helping to modernise its systems, develop its people and improve the financial insight available to managers. This is an opportunity to make a visible difference within a values-led organisation that supports people with learning disabilities. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and lead the finance and payroll teams through an important period of development and change. The Opportunity The role has three immediate priorities: Taking ownership of month end and ensuring accurate, timely and well-controlled management accounts. Leading the finance and payroll contribution to the implementation of Sona, Future Directions new workforce management and payroll system. Continuing to nurture and develop a committed but relatively junior finance and payroll team. You will also: Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate the statutory audit. Oversee Accounts Payable, Sales Ledger, credit control, Cash and Bank, and payroll. Improve management information and provide clearer insight into the performance of individual services and contracts. Work with operational managers, HR and business development colleagues on staffing costs, forecasts, contract uplifts, deferred income, costing and service-level analysis. Strengthen financial procedures, system controls and business continuity. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and simplify how the finance team works. Help shape the future finance systems roadmap, including the organisation s longer-term move away from Sage 50. Coach, delegate to and develop colleagues, creating a stronger and more resilient team. About You You will be a rounded finance professional who combines technical credibility with a willingness to roll up your sleeves. You are likely to bring: End-to-end ownership of month end and management accounts within an SME, charity, social enterprise or similarly operational organisation. Experience of implementing or significantly improving a finance, payroll, workforce or other business-critical system. financial information into useful operational and contract insight. Strong Excel, financial systems and data-handling skills. A calm, resilient and organised approach to competing deadlines. A fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant would be preferred You will need an inclusive approach towards people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex support needs and a genuine commitment to the mission, values and strategic direction of Future Directions CIC. What s on Offer? Salary of £60,000-£65,000, depending on experience and qualifications. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. NEST workplace pension. A visible and influential role working closely with the Director of Finance. The opportunity to lead a major workforce management and payroll transformation. A broad remit spanning financial control, payroll, systems, people development and business insight. Scope to develop your contribution as the organisation and finance function continue to evolve. The position is based just off the M60 Junction at Chadderton and is an office-based role. If you are looking for a role where you can combine hands-on financial control with meaningful systems change and people development, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply now or contact Bayman Atkinson Smythe for a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Bayman Atkinson Smythe on a retained basis. We respectfully request that any third-party approaches or candidate submissions are directed to us. Unsolicited CVs sent directly to the client will not be accepted and will be forwarded to our retained consultant Claire Bayman.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Future Directions CIC Chadderton £60,000-£65,000 DOE Office-based Some Financial Controller roles operate at arm s length from the detail. This is not one of them. Future Directions CIC is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who can keep the organisation s core accounting and payroll cycles running reliably while helping to modernise its systems, develop its people and improve the financial insight available to managers. This is an opportunity to make a visible difference within a values-led organisation that supports people with learning disabilities. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and lead the finance and payroll teams through an important period of development and change. The Opportunity The role has three immediate priorities: Taking ownership of month end and ensuring accurate, timely and well-controlled management accounts. Leading the finance and payroll contribution to the implementation of Sona, Future Directions new workforce management and payroll system. Continuing to nurture and develop a committed but relatively junior finance and payroll team. You will also: Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate the statutory audit. Oversee Accounts Payable, Sales Ledger, credit control, Cash and Bank, and payroll. Improve management information and provide clearer insight into the performance of individual services and contracts. Work with operational managers, HR and business development colleagues on staffing costs, forecasts, contract uplifts, deferred income, costing and service-level analysis. Strengthen financial procedures, system controls and business continuity. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and simplify how the finance team works. Help shape the future finance systems roadmap, including the organisation s longer-term move away from Sage 50. Coach, delegate to and develop colleagues, creating a stronger and more resilient team. About You You will be a rounded finance professional who combines technical credibility with a willingness to roll up your sleeves. You are likely to bring: End-to-end ownership of month end and management accounts within an SME, charity, social enterprise or similarly operational organisation. Experience of implementing or significantly improving a finance, payroll, workforce or other business-critical system. financial information into useful operational and contract insight. Strong Excel, financial systems and data-handling skills. A calm, resilient and organised approach to competing deadlines. A fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant would be preferred You will need an inclusive approach towards people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex support needs and a genuine commitment to the mission, values and strategic direction of Future Directions CIC. What s on Offer? Salary of £60,000-£65,000, depending on experience and qualifications. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. NEST workplace pension. A visible and influential role working closely with the Director of Finance. The opportunity to lead a major workforce management and payroll transformation. A broad remit spanning financial control, payroll, systems, people development and business insight. Scope to develop your contribution as the organisation and finance function continue to evolve. The position is based just off the M60 Junction at Chadderton and is an office-based role. If you are looking for a role where you can combine hands-on financial control with meaningful systems change and people development, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply now or contact Bayman Atkinson Smythe for a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Bayman Atkinson Smythe on a retained basis. We respectfully request that any third-party approaches or candidate submissions are directed to us. Unsolicited CVs sent directly to the client will not be accepted and will be forwarded to our retained consultant Claire Bayman.
RECfinancial are currently recruiting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Team Leader on a full-time permanent basis. Our client is a market leader within their sector, and are constantly evolving and developing as a business with an ever growing employee base. Working on a full-time basis Monday to Friday this role allows the applicant to manage a small team of Payroll Administrators, plus work alongside fellow Team leaders. Giving you the best opportunity to grow and develop within the role. commutable from Leicester, Birstall, Beaumont Leys, Evington, Oadby, Wigston and all surrounding areas of Leicester. If you're currently working as a Payroll Team Leader and looking for a new challenge this could be the opportunity for you. Payroll Team Leader role will involve; Our Payroll Team Leader position offers a fantastic chance for professional growth within a thriving Payroll team. Reporting to the Group Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in supporting and mentoring your team to enhance their skills and knowledge. Furthermore, you will be deeply involved in year-end reporting tasks and the ongoing testing of the core payroll system. Primarily preparing and processing the main monthly payrolls, on an accurate and time sensitive basis. What are the main responsibilities for Payroll Team Leader: Support with both weekly and monthly payrolls. Promote a high-quality service and leading by example ethos Processing of PAYE and NIC and communication to the HMRC Responsible for processing of holiday, sick and statutory payments Looking after various company pension schemes, deductions and associated paperwork Processing of all new starters and calculating payments for leavers on the system Working within the team to resolve all payroll queries. Collecting, collating and analysing data for audit purposes. Plus, any other ad hoc administration tasks within the department What are they looking for: Proven experience in a Payroll Team Leader or Senior Payroll position Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills Excellent IT skills, including; MS Office Word, Excel - pivot tables A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people What's on offer for the Payroll Team Leader ? £34,000k - £39,000k annual salary Hybrid working option Performance development Open plan office space Free onsite parking 34 days holiday Plus company offers and rewards Company pension scheme For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us. Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship. INDTB
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
RECfinancial are currently recruiting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Team Leader on a full-time permanent basis. Our client is a market leader within their sector, and are constantly evolving and developing as a business with an ever growing employee base. Working on a full-time basis Monday to Friday this role allows the applicant to manage a small team of Payroll Administrators, plus work alongside fellow Team leaders. Giving you the best opportunity to grow and develop within the role. commutable from Leicester, Birstall, Beaumont Leys, Evington, Oadby, Wigston and all surrounding areas of Leicester. If you're currently working as a Payroll Team Leader and looking for a new challenge this could be the opportunity for you. Payroll Team Leader role will involve; Our Payroll Team Leader position offers a fantastic chance for professional growth within a thriving Payroll team. Reporting to the Group Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in supporting and mentoring your team to enhance their skills and knowledge. Furthermore, you will be deeply involved in year-end reporting tasks and the ongoing testing of the core payroll system. Primarily preparing and processing the main monthly payrolls, on an accurate and time sensitive basis. What are the main responsibilities for Payroll Team Leader: Support with both weekly and monthly payrolls. Promote a high-quality service and leading by example ethos Processing of PAYE and NIC and communication to the HMRC Responsible for processing of holiday, sick and statutory payments Looking after various company pension schemes, deductions and associated paperwork Processing of all new starters and calculating payments for leavers on the system Working within the team to resolve all payroll queries. Collecting, collating and analysing data for audit purposes. Plus, any other ad hoc administration tasks within the department What are they looking for: Proven experience in a Payroll Team Leader or Senior Payroll position Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills Excellent IT skills, including; MS Office Word, Excel - pivot tables A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people What's on offer for the Payroll Team Leader ? £34,000k - £39,000k annual salary Hybrid working option Performance development Open plan office space Free onsite parking 34 days holiday Plus company offers and rewards Company pension scheme For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us. Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship. INDTB
ACA/ACCA Accounts Manager/Director. Axminster. My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset. We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, support and develop junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the office. This role would suit someone already operating successfully at Manager level, who is looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine, rapid progression potential towards Director and ultimately Partnership. It's a chance to build a rewarding and successful career within a respected local firm, with strong community relationships and a people-focused culture. My client believes our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative firm where your contribution and career development are genuinely valued. You'll benefit from: The opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client portfolio. Genuine long-term progression opportunities towards senior leadership. A friendly and supportive office environment with strong local relationships. The chance to mentor and develop junior team members. A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. The opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious firm with a strong reputation across the Southwest. Main Duties: This is a varied and client-focused role where you will combine technical expertise, relationship management, and team leadership responsibilities. Your duties will include: Managing and developing a portfolio of interesting clients including audit and charity / not-for-profit clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and building strong long-term relationships. Leading, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, including workflow management and day-to-day development. Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax computations and returns. Overseeing VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. Supporting clients with business setup and advisory matters, including company incorporations and HMRC registrations. Providing proactive business and tax advice to help clients improve profitability and achieve their goals. Being a trusted adviser in a varied and interesting local community. Ensuring work is completed in line with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Assisting Directors and Partners with technical assignments and specialist projects. Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support to clients. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional projects and responsibilities as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and passionate about building trusted client relationships. You will need: Experience working within an accountancy practice at Manager level and a desire to progress. Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses. ACA or ACCA qualification. Audit and charity / not-for-profit This does not need to be your forte but a basic ability will be required to give scope for development. Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, mentor, and develop team members. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive and positive approach, with strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally. A friendly, approachable, and client-focused manner. A professional and team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent client service. Terms / Benefits 36.25 hours / 5 days per week. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual salary review. Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. Death in service 3 x annual salary. Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
ACA/ACCA Accounts Manager/Director. Axminster. My client is an Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer, with over 290 team members based across Devon and Somerset. We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Accounts Manager to join our Axminster office on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients, support and develop junior team members, and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the office. This role would suit someone already operating successfully at Manager level, who is looking for a long-term opportunity with genuine, rapid progression potential towards Director and ultimately Partnership. It's a chance to build a rewarding and successful career within a respected local firm, with strong community relationships and a people-focused culture. My client believes our people are our greatest strength. When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative firm where your contribution and career development are genuinely valued. You'll benefit from: The opportunity to work with a diverse and interesting client portfolio. Genuine long-term progression opportunities towards senior leadership. A friendly and supportive office environment with strong local relationships. The chance to mentor and develop junior team members. A genuine focus on wellbeing and work/life balance. The opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious firm with a strong reputation across the Southwest. Main Duties: This is a varied and client-focused role where you will combine technical expertise, relationship management, and team leadership responsibilities. Your duties will include: Managing and developing a portfolio of interesting clients including audit and charity / not-for-profit clients, acting as a trusted point of contact and building strong long-term relationships. Leading, mentoring, and supporting junior team members, including workflow management and day-to-day development. Reviewing and preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. Preparing and reviewing personal and corporate tax computations and returns. Overseeing VAT return preparation and ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements. Supporting clients with business setup and advisory matters, including company incorporations and HMRC registrations. Providing proactive business and tax advice to help clients improve profitability and achieve their goals. Being a trusted adviser in a varied and interesting local community. Ensuring work is completed in line with internal procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Assisting Directors and Partners with technical assignments and specialist projects. Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support to clients. This list summarises the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive - you may be asked to support with additional projects and responsibilities as required. Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications: We're looking for someone who is technically strong, commercially aware, and passionate about building trusted client relationships. You will need: Experience working within an accountancy practice at Manager level and a desire to progress. Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns for limited companies and unincorporated businesses. ACA or ACCA qualification. Audit and charity / not-for-profit This does not need to be your forte but a basic ability will be required to give scope for development. Strong leadership skills with the ability to support, mentor, and develop team members. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive and positive approach, with strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally. A friendly, approachable, and client-focused manner. A professional and team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent client service. Terms / Benefits 36.25 hours / 5 days per week. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Annual salary review. Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year. Death in service 3 x annual salary. Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme. 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline. Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance. Introducing clients and team member commission schemes. Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
We are working with a well-established and highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Hampshire, seeking to appoint a Tax Senior to join their growing team. This firm is recognised as one of the region's leading business advisory practices, offering a breadth of services to a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate organisations. With a strong reputation for delivering proactive, commercially focused advice, the firm operates with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, combining the technical expertise of a larger practice with a personalised, client-focused approach. The team provides a comprehensive suite of services including personal and corporate tax planning, audit, corporate finance, payroll and wider business advisory solutions. This ensures employees gain exposure to a broad client portfolio and have the opportunity to contribute to strategic, value-added work rather than purely compliance-driven tasks. The firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, encouraging continuous learning and offering clear progression pathways within a supportive and approachable environment. What will the Tax Senior role involve? Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, ensuring all compliance work is completed accurately and in line with HMRC requirements Supporting with more complex tax planning assignments, working closely with senior colleagues to deliver tailored advice Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact and providing proactive guidance Reviewing work completed by junior team members and supporting their development Ensuring deadlines are met across multiple assignments and contributing to process improvements within the team Suitable Candidate for the Tax Senior vacancy: Proven experience within a professional practice environment, with a strong focus on personal tax ATT or CTA qualified, or part-qualified Strong technical knowledge combined with the ability to communicate effectively with clients A proactive and commercially minded approach, keen to add value beyond compliance Well organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing a varied workload Additional benefits and information for the Tax Senior vacancy : Salary dependent on experience Study support and ongoing professional development opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Competitive holiday allowance and pension scheme Performance-related bonus CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
We are working with a well-established and highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Hampshire, seeking to appoint a Tax Senior to join their growing team. This firm is recognised as one of the region's leading business advisory practices, offering a breadth of services to a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate organisations. With a strong reputation for delivering proactive, commercially focused advice, the firm operates with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, combining the technical expertise of a larger practice with a personalised, client-focused approach. The team provides a comprehensive suite of services including personal and corporate tax planning, audit, corporate finance, payroll and wider business advisory solutions. This ensures employees gain exposure to a broad client portfolio and have the opportunity to contribute to strategic, value-added work rather than purely compliance-driven tasks. The firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, encouraging continuous learning and offering clear progression pathways within a supportive and approachable environment. What will the Tax Senior role involve? Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, ensuring all compliance work is completed accurately and in line with HMRC requirements Supporting with more complex tax planning assignments, working closely with senior colleagues to deliver tailored advice Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact and providing proactive guidance Reviewing work completed by junior team members and supporting their development Ensuring deadlines are met across multiple assignments and contributing to process improvements within the team Suitable Candidate for the Tax Senior vacancy: Proven experience within a professional practice environment, with a strong focus on personal tax ATT or CTA qualified, or part-qualified Strong technical knowledge combined with the ability to communicate effectively with clients A proactive and commercially minded approach, keen to add value beyond compliance Well organised, detail-oriented and capable of managing a varied workload Additional benefits and information for the Tax Senior vacancy : Salary dependent on experience Study support and ongoing professional development opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Competitive holiday allowance and pension scheme Performance-related bonus CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Finance Manager Leicester £45,000 to £53,000 Full-time, office-based Are you an experienced Management Accountant, Company Accountant or Accounts Manager ready to step into a broader Finance Manager role? We are working with a successful and growing engineering business in Leicester that is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager to lead its day-to-day finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a small team, taking ownership and getting involved across all areas of finance. You may already be operating as a Finance Manager, or you could be an experienced accountant who is ready to take the next step in your career. The Role Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the finance function across two businesses. Your responsibilities will include: Producing monthly management accounts and financial reports Managing cash flow, treasury and banking Preparing budgets and forecasts Overseeing payroll, VAT, PAYE, CIS and statutory compliance Maintaining strong balance-sheet controls and reconciliations Developing useful financial KPIs and management information Providing commercial analysis and insight to senior management Supporting operational and project performance Improving finance processes, systems and reporting Managing and developing an Accounts Assistant Remaining hands-on with day-to-day accounting tasks About You We are looking for a personable and proactive finance professional who is comfortable working in a small team and taking ownership. You will ideally have: Experience producing monthly management accounts Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management Knowledge of VAT, payroll, PAYE and statutory compliance Strong Excel and analytical skills Experience using Sage or a similar accounting system The confidence to work closely with senior managers A practical, hands-on approach The ability and ambition to develop into a broader Finance Manager role You may be AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA, qualified by experience, or fully qualified. Practical experience and attitude are more important than a specific qualification. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, technical services or another project-based environment would be beneficial but is not essential. What's on Offer Salary of £45,000 to £53,000 , dependent on experience 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance Health and wellbeing programme Company laptop and IT equipment Long-term career development Direct exposure to senior management The opportunity to influence systems, reporting and business performance Working Hours This is a fully office-based position in Leicester. Monday to Thursday: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Friday: 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Hybrid working is not available, so applicants must be comfortable attending the office five days per week. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a finance function and develop their career within a growing, supportive business.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Leicester £45,000 to £53,000 Full-time, office-based Are you an experienced Management Accountant, Company Accountant or Accounts Manager ready to step into a broader Finance Manager role? We are working with a successful and growing engineering business in Leicester that is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager to lead its day-to-day finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a small team, taking ownership and getting involved across all areas of finance. You may already be operating as a Finance Manager, or you could be an experienced accountant who is ready to take the next step in your career. The Role Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the finance function across two businesses. Your responsibilities will include: Producing monthly management accounts and financial reports Managing cash flow, treasury and banking Preparing budgets and forecasts Overseeing payroll, VAT, PAYE, CIS and statutory compliance Maintaining strong balance-sheet controls and reconciliations Developing useful financial KPIs and management information Providing commercial analysis and insight to senior management Supporting operational and project performance Improving finance processes, systems and reporting Managing and developing an Accounts Assistant Remaining hands-on with day-to-day accounting tasks About You We are looking for a personable and proactive finance professional who is comfortable working in a small team and taking ownership. You will ideally have: Experience producing monthly management accounts Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management Knowledge of VAT, payroll, PAYE and statutory compliance Strong Excel and analytical skills Experience using Sage or a similar accounting system The confidence to work closely with senior managers A practical, hands-on approach The ability and ambition to develop into a broader Finance Manager role You may be AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA, qualified by experience, or fully qualified. Practical experience and attitude are more important than a specific qualification. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, technical services or another project-based environment would be beneficial but is not essential. What's on Offer Salary of £45,000 to £53,000 , dependent on experience 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance Health and wellbeing programme Company laptop and IT equipment Long-term career development Direct exposure to senior management The opportunity to influence systems, reporting and business performance Working Hours This is a fully office-based position in Leicester. Monday to Thursday: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Friday: 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Hybrid working is not available, so applicants must be comfortable attending the office five days per week. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of a finance function and develop their career within a growing, supportive business.
Are you a qualified Management Accountant looking for a high-impact role in a growing business? The Management Accountant will take ownership of the company s financial management, reporting, and control environment. Acting as a member of the leadership team, the role will provide hands-on accounting, whilst working with the directors to develop reporting processes. These will enable improved efficiency, cost management, growth and increased profitability. The Management Accountant role suits a qualified CIMA, ACA or an ACCA professional who is confident managing a small team, comfortable working closely with senior leadership, and keen to contribute to real business transformation. The Role of Management Accountant: • Lead the company's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and the preparation of accurate monthly and year-end financial reports. • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, VAT, PAYE, HMRC regulations, and oversee the annual statutory audit process. • Provide strategic financial insight, modelling, pricing, margin analysis, and commercial support to inform business planning and decision-making. • Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and funding to optimise business performance and liquidity. • Strengthen financial controls, enhance accounting and ERP systems, and drive process improvements to improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability. • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while working with HR to oversee payroll processes and continuous system improvements. • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by supporting cross-functional teams with financial guidance, training, and business awareness. Key competencies of the Management Accountant: • CIMA, ACA or an ACCA qualified (newly qualified considered) • Proven experience as a Management Accountant. • Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP and Corporation Tax. • Proficient in accounting and ERP systems. • Strong Excel and financial modelling skills. • Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • High attention to detail with the ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. • Strong leadership and communication skills • Team player with a collaborative approach Performance Indicators of the Management Accountant: • Accuracy and timeliness of management reporting • Improvement in cashflow and working capital • Strength and compliance of financial controls • Contribution to margin improvement and cost efficiency • Successful audit outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction If you're a qualified Management Accountant ready to take on a varied, busy role with genuine scope to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Are you a qualified Management Accountant looking for a high-impact role in a growing business? The Management Accountant will take ownership of the company s financial management, reporting, and control environment. Acting as a member of the leadership team, the role will provide hands-on accounting, whilst working with the directors to develop reporting processes. These will enable improved efficiency, cost management, growth and increased profitability. The Management Accountant role suits a qualified CIMA, ACA or an ACCA professional who is confident managing a small team, comfortable working closely with senior leadership, and keen to contribute to real business transformation. The Role of Management Accountant: • Lead the company's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and the preparation of accurate monthly and year-end financial reports. • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, VAT, PAYE, HMRC regulations, and oversee the annual statutory audit process. • Provide strategic financial insight, modelling, pricing, margin analysis, and commercial support to inform business planning and decision-making. • Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and funding to optimise business performance and liquidity. • Strengthen financial controls, enhance accounting and ERP systems, and drive process improvements to improve efficiency, scalability, and profitability. • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while working with HR to oversee payroll processes and continuous system improvements. • Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by supporting cross-functional teams with financial guidance, training, and business awareness. Key competencies of the Management Accountant: • CIMA, ACA or an ACCA qualified (newly qualified considered) • Proven experience as a Management Accountant. • Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP and Corporation Tax. • Proficient in accounting and ERP systems. • Strong Excel and financial modelling skills. • Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • High attention to detail with the ability to work in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. • Strong leadership and communication skills • Team player with a collaborative approach Performance Indicators of the Management Accountant: • Accuracy and timeliness of management reporting • Improvement in cashflow and working capital • Strength and compliance of financial controls • Contribution to margin improvement and cost efficiency • Successful audit outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction If you're a qualified Management Accountant ready to take on a varied, busy role with genuine scope to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Head of Accounting Competitive + Benefits South ABJ6739 Perm full time An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Accounting (Fully qualified) to lead the finance function at their site. Our client is a leading international engineering and technology organisation operating within highly regulated manufacturing and engineering sectors. Renowned for innovation, technical excellence and quality, they provide advanced engineering, maintenance and support services across the UK and internationally. As Head of Accounting Reporting into the Finance Director, you will take overall responsibility for the accounting function, ensuring robust financial controls, statutory compliance and accurate financial reporting. As Head of Accounting you will lead a small accounting team whilst driving continuous improvements to financial systems, processes and procedures. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge together with excellent people management skills. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day accounting function, overseeing a team of four. Prepare accurate monthly management and financial accounts. Ensure timely month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting. Prepare statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS. Act as the primary contact for both internal and external auditors, managing the year-end audit process. Prepare deferred tax reporting packs and corporation tax information for external advisers. Ensure VAT returns, statutory reporting and regulatory submissions are completed accurately and on time. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Review, develop and improve accounting policies, financial systems and business processes. Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and cash collection activities. Oversee payroll processes and associated reporting through outsourced providers. Support treasury activities, banking administration and cash management. Maintain company statutory records and ensure compliance with Companies House requirements. Work collaboratively with operational departments on customs, import VAT and duty matters. Partner with IT to support finance systems and continuous system improvements. Communicate group accounting requirements and implement changes where necessary. Qualifications & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience in a senior accounting or financial management position. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS. Previous experience using SAP ERP. Experience managing external audits and statutory reporting. Strong understanding of VAT, corporation tax and financial controls. Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace or other regulated industries. Knowledge of customs, import VAT and international financial processes. Additional European language skills (French or German) would be advantageous. Clearance Visa sponsorship is not available for this position: Must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance Salary dependent on Experience : Strong Benefits Base: Strong Bonus; Strong Pension Plan; Medical To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ6739 on (phone number removed), (phone number removed) or apply to
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Head of Accounting Competitive + Benefits South ABJ6739 Perm full time An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Accounting (Fully qualified) to lead the finance function at their site. Our client is a leading international engineering and technology organisation operating within highly regulated manufacturing and engineering sectors. Renowned for innovation, technical excellence and quality, they provide advanced engineering, maintenance and support services across the UK and internationally. As Head of Accounting Reporting into the Finance Director, you will take overall responsibility for the accounting function, ensuring robust financial controls, statutory compliance and accurate financial reporting. As Head of Accounting you will lead a small accounting team whilst driving continuous improvements to financial systems, processes and procedures. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge together with excellent people management skills. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the day-to-day accounting function, overseeing a team of four. Prepare accurate monthly management and financial accounts. Ensure timely month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting. Prepare statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS. Act as the primary contact for both internal and external auditors, managing the year-end audit process. Prepare deferred tax reporting packs and corporation tax information for external advisers. Ensure VAT returns, statutory reporting and regulatory submissions are completed accurately and on time. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Review, develop and improve accounting policies, financial systems and business processes. Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and cash collection activities. Oversee payroll processes and associated reporting through outsourced providers. Support treasury activities, banking administration and cash management. Maintain company statutory records and ensure compliance with Companies House requirements. Work collaboratively with operational departments on customs, import VAT and duty matters. Partner with IT to support finance systems and continuous system improvements. Communicate group accounting requirements and implement changes where necessary. Qualifications & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Significant experience in a senior accounting or financial management position. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102) and IFRS. Previous experience using SAP ERP. Experience managing external audits and statutory reporting. Strong understanding of VAT, corporation tax and financial controls. Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and motivate teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace or other regulated industries. Knowledge of customs, import VAT and international financial processes. Additional European language skills (French or German) would be advantageous. Clearance Visa sponsorship is not available for this position: Must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance Salary dependent on Experience : Strong Benefits Base: Strong Bonus; Strong Pension Plan; Medical To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson ABJ6739 on (phone number removed), (phone number removed) or apply to
Charity Finance Manager Salary: £16,000 to £18,000 per annum (FTE £40,000 - £45,000) Hours: 15 hours per week, across 2 or 3 days Location: One In A Million offices at Bradford City AFC, Manningham, Bradford Start Date: October 2026 (or sooner) Closing Date: 19th August 2026 One In A Million Charity, Bradford Passionate about investing in children and young people. We are a values-led charity with children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced Charity Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations and support the continued development of our organisation. Reporting directly to the CEO and overseeing the Finance Assistant, you will provide effective financial leadership, governance and insight, ensuring our finances are well managed and key stakeholders receive accurate and timely financial information. This is a rewarding part-time opportunity to use your expertise to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. One In A Million s Vision, Mission & Values Our aim is to make a positive difference to disadvantaged young people s lives, helping to build self-esteem, respect, aspiration and resilience. We place children and young people at the heart of everything we do, enhancing their life chances through Sports, the Arts and Enterprise programmes. Our core values of compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence shape everything we do. Role Summary As Charity Finance Manager, you will oversee the strategic planning, management and monitoring of the Charity s finances, ensuring strong financial governance, controls and reporting. You will also provide oversight across insurance, risk management, Health and Safety and GDPR. Key Responsibilities Overall Financial Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity. Lead financial planning and monitoring, reporting directly to the CEO. Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls. Oversee and support the Finance Assistant. Manage relationships with auditors, bankers, payroll providers and insurers. Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved financial efficiency. Provide financial advice and support to the CEO and wider leadership team. Management Accounts Prepare monthly accrual-based management accounts and departmental reports. Monitor budgets and identify and report on variances. Provide financial reports and updates to the CEO and Board of Trustees. Complete quarterly reforecasting exercises alongside the CEO and senior leaders. Statutory Accounts Ensure financial and regulatory requirements are met, including relevant Companies House, Charity Commission and HMRC submissions. Manage audit compliance and the year-end audit process. Prepare year-end accounts and supporting financial information. Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant charity regulations, including Charity SORP. Provide financial advice and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees. Budgeting Prepare the annual budget with the CEO for approval by the Board of Trustees. Support the development of 1-to-3-year financial plans. Contribute to financial and funding strategies across restricted and unrestricted income. Funding Provide accurate financial information to support funding applications and funder reporting. Manage and forecast restricted and unrestricted funding reserves. Work collaboratively with the CEO and wider team to support effective financial planning and funding strategies. Contractual Management Provide financial oversight and recommendations relating to contracts, employment contracts and Service Level Agreements. Oversee and, where appropriate, authorise the purchase of goods and supplies. Support the financial oversight of future asset development. Insurance and Risk Management Ensure appropriate insurance arrangements are maintained and meet the Charity's requirements. Provide oversight of the Charity's risk management processes. Payroll Prepare payroll information for the external payroll provider and ensure accurate staff payments. Liaise with the payroll provider regarding HMRC and pension administration. Be able to process payroll internally should this function be brought in-house. About you We are looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical financial knowledge with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will ideally have: - A relevant accountancy qualification or be part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT). - A minimum of 3-5 years' financial management experience. - A proven track record in a Finance Manager or similar role. - Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures. - Experience preparing monthly management accounts and year-end accounts for audit. - Experience of financial planning, budgeting and implementing effective financial systems. - Experience of managing payroll. - Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and Excel. - The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. - Experience within the charity or third sector, knowledge of Charity SORP, Gift Aid and cloud-based accounting software such as Xero would be advantageous. Above all, you will share our commitment to compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence and be passionate about supporting an organisation that makes a positive difference to children and young people. Safeguarding: One In A Million is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We are committed to Equal Opportunities. Apply now: Please submit your completed application and an up-to-date CV. Closing date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 at midday. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or appoint before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Charity Finance Manager Salary: £16,000 to £18,000 per annum (FTE £40,000 - £45,000) Hours: 15 hours per week, across 2 or 3 days Location: One In A Million offices at Bradford City AFC, Manningham, Bradford Start Date: October 2026 (or sooner) Closing Date: 19th August 2026 One In A Million Charity, Bradford Passionate about investing in children and young people. We are a values-led charity with children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced Charity Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations and support the continued development of our organisation. Reporting directly to the CEO and overseeing the Finance Assistant, you will provide effective financial leadership, governance and insight, ensuring our finances are well managed and key stakeholders receive accurate and timely financial information. This is a rewarding part-time opportunity to use your expertise to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. One In A Million s Vision, Mission & Values Our aim is to make a positive difference to disadvantaged young people s lives, helping to build self-esteem, respect, aspiration and resilience. We place children and young people at the heart of everything we do, enhancing their life chances through Sports, the Arts and Enterprise programmes. Our core values of compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence shape everything we do. Role Summary As Charity Finance Manager, you will oversee the strategic planning, management and monitoring of the Charity s finances, ensuring strong financial governance, controls and reporting. You will also provide oversight across insurance, risk management, Health and Safety and GDPR. Key Responsibilities Overall Financial Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity. Lead financial planning and monitoring, reporting directly to the CEO. Develop and maintain effective financial policies, procedures and controls. Oversee and support the Finance Assistant. Manage relationships with auditors, bankers, payroll providers and insurers. Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved financial efficiency. Provide financial advice and support to the CEO and wider leadership team. Management Accounts Prepare monthly accrual-based management accounts and departmental reports. Monitor budgets and identify and report on variances. Provide financial reports and updates to the CEO and Board of Trustees. Complete quarterly reforecasting exercises alongside the CEO and senior leaders. Statutory Accounts Ensure financial and regulatory requirements are met, including relevant Companies House, Charity Commission and HMRC submissions. Manage audit compliance and the year-end audit process. Prepare year-end accounts and supporting financial information. Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant charity regulations, including Charity SORP. Provide financial advice and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees. Budgeting Prepare the annual budget with the CEO for approval by the Board of Trustees. Support the development of 1-to-3-year financial plans. Contribute to financial and funding strategies across restricted and unrestricted income. Funding Provide accurate financial information to support funding applications and funder reporting. Manage and forecast restricted and unrestricted funding reserves. Work collaboratively with the CEO and wider team to support effective financial planning and funding strategies. Contractual Management Provide financial oversight and recommendations relating to contracts, employment contracts and Service Level Agreements. Oversee and, where appropriate, authorise the purchase of goods and supplies. Support the financial oversight of future asset development. Insurance and Risk Management Ensure appropriate insurance arrangements are maintained and meet the Charity's requirements. Provide oversight of the Charity's risk management processes. Payroll Prepare payroll information for the external payroll provider and ensure accurate staff payments. Liaise with the payroll provider regarding HMRC and pension administration. Be able to process payroll internally should this function be brought in-house. About you We are looking for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical financial knowledge with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will ideally have: - A relevant accountancy qualification or be part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or AAT). - A minimum of 3-5 years' financial management experience. - A proven track record in a Finance Manager or similar role. - Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures. - Experience preparing monthly management accounts and year-end accounts for audit. - Experience of financial planning, budgeting and implementing effective financial systems. - Experience of managing payroll. - Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and Excel. - The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. - Experience within the charity or third sector, knowledge of Charity SORP, Gift Aid and cloud-based accounting software such as Xero would be advantageous. Above all, you will share our commitment to compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence and be passionate about supporting an organisation that makes a positive difference to children and young people. Safeguarding: One In A Million is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. We are committed to Equal Opportunities. Apply now: Please submit your completed application and an up-to-date CV. Closing date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 at midday. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or appoint before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Your new company Hays are proud to be working in partnership with a leading Top 10 Accountancy and Business Advisory firm that supports thousands of businesses across the UK and internationally. Renowned for delivering exceptional client service and investing in their people, they offer a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where employees are supported to develop and thrive. Your new role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Senior to join a well-established payroll team in Ipswich. This role would suit a payroll professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio whilst supporting the wider team with technical expertise, training and mentorship.You will play a key role in ensuring clients receive an accurate and efficient payroll service, whilst helping to maintain high standards across the team. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be an experienced payroll professional with a strong understanding of payroll legislation and a passion for delivering outstanding client service. You'll enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and building strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. A minimum of two years' payroll experience, ideally within a bureau or accountancy practice environment. Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience, including pensions, statutory payments and benefits administration. The ability to manually calculate payrolls with a high degree of accuracy. Sound knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements and auto-enrolment regulations. Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. The ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines in a busy environment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. A customer-focused approach with experience managing client relationships. Experience supporting, training or mentoring junior team members. Confidence handling payroll queries from clients, HMRC and third-party providers. Experience using payroll software, with STAR experience highly advantageous. CIPP qualification, or working towards one, would be beneficial but is not essential. What you'll get in return Alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment, you'll enjoy hybrid and flexible working, birthday leave, professional subscription support and a range of additional benefits. 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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 Hays are proud to be working in partnership with a leading Top 10 Accountancy and Business Advisory firm that supports thousands of businesses across the UK and internationally. Renowned for delivering exceptional client service and investing in their people, they offer a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where employees are supported to develop and thrive. Your new role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Senior to join a well-established payroll team in Ipswich. This role would suit a payroll professional looking to take ownership of a client portfolio whilst supporting the wider team with technical expertise, training and mentorship.You will play a key role in ensuring clients receive an accurate and efficient payroll service, whilst helping to maintain high standards across the team. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be an experienced payroll professional with a strong understanding of payroll legislation and a passion for delivering outstanding client service. You'll enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and building strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike. A minimum of two years' payroll experience, ideally within a bureau or accountancy practice environment. Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience, including pensions, statutory payments and benefits administration. The ability to manually calculate payrolls with a high degree of accuracy. Sound knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements and auto-enrolment regulations. Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. The ability to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines in a busy environment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. A customer-focused approach with experience managing client relationships. Experience supporting, training or mentoring junior team members. Confidence handling payroll queries from clients, HMRC and third-party providers. Experience using payroll software, with STAR experience highly advantageous. CIPP qualification, or working towards one, would be beneficial but is not essential. What you'll get in return Alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment, you'll enjoy hybrid and flexible working, birthday leave, professional subscription support and a range of additional benefits. 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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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)
Finance Manager Grantham 45,000 - 50,000 + 5% Pension + Stability + Growing Business + Long-Term Progression + Immediate Start Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the direction of a growing engineering business? Join a well-established company investing heavily in growth and product development, where you'll work closely with senior leadership and take full ownership of the finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a successful business, leading financial operations while driving improvements across reporting, cash flow, controls and business performance. If you're looking for a stable, long-term Finance Manager role where your work will have a real impact, this is the opportunity for you. Your Role As A Finance Manager Will Include: Leading the finance function across the business. Preparing monthly management accounts, board reports and financial forecasts. Managing payroll, pensions, VAT and statutory compliance. Developing cash flow forecasts and improving working capital. Managing audits, insurance, banking relationships and financial controls. Leading and developing the finance team. Producing profitability analysis and supporting strategic business decisions. Working extensively with Sage 50 and Excel. Office based between Peterborough and Gainsborough. The Successful Finance Manager Will Have: Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant. Strong experience using Sage 50 / Sage Line 50. Excellent Excel and financial reporting skills. Experience managing payroll, VAT, budgets and cash flow. Strong leadership skills with experience managing finance teams. Experience within an engineering, technical or SME environment would be advantageous. Commutable to Peterborough. If interested, please apply or contact Charlie Auburn on (phone number removed) for immediate consideration.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Grantham 45,000 - 50,000 + 5% Pension + Stability + Growing Business + Long-Term Progression + Immediate Start Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the direction of a growing engineering business? Join a well-established company investing heavily in growth and product development, where you'll work closely with senior leadership and take full ownership of the finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a successful business, leading financial operations while driving improvements across reporting, cash flow, controls and business performance. If you're looking for a stable, long-term Finance Manager role where your work will have a real impact, this is the opportunity for you. Your Role As A Finance Manager Will Include: Leading the finance function across the business. Preparing monthly management accounts, board reports and financial forecasts. Managing payroll, pensions, VAT and statutory compliance. Developing cash flow forecasts and improving working capital. Managing audits, insurance, banking relationships and financial controls. Leading and developing the finance team. Producing profitability analysis and supporting strategic business decisions. Working extensively with Sage 50 and Excel. Office based between Peterborough and Gainsborough. The Successful Finance Manager Will Have: Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant. Strong experience using Sage 50 / Sage Line 50. Excellent Excel and financial reporting skills. Experience managing payroll, VAT, budgets and cash flow. Strong leadership skills with experience managing finance teams. Experience within an engineering, technical or SME environment would be advantageous. Commutable to Peterborough. If interested, please apply or contact Charlie Auburn on (phone number removed) for immediate consideration.
Payroll Manager 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Up to 45,000 Bristol Hybrid Working The Company Our client is a well-established, creative and commercially successful organisation with a portfolio of recognised consumer brands. They are passionate about delivering high-quality products and services, investing in their people and fostering a collaborative, supportive culture. Due to maternity cover, they are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join their Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The Role Reporting into the Finance function, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll operation, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time and in line with UK payroll legislation. You'll lead a small payroll team, work closely with HR and Finance colleagues, and drive continuous improvements across payroll processes and controls. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with people leadership in a busy and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the accurate and timely delivery of the monthly UK payroll across multiple payrolls. Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, statutory payments and year-end processes. Lead payroll reconciliations, controls and audit activities. Develop and improve payroll processes, procedures and documentation. Manage relationships with payroll providers and external stakeholders. Work closely with HR and Finance to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date. Respond to employee payroll queries, providing a professional and efficient service. Produce payroll reporting and analysis to support business decision-making. Lead, coach and develop a small payroll team. About You We're looking for someone who has: Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll. Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance. Previous experience leading or supervising a payroll team. Experience with payroll reconciliations, controls and process improvement. Excellent Excel and payroll systems experience. Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business. A recognised payroll qualification or equivalent practical experience. Salary & Benefits Up to 45,000 12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Hybrid working (approximately 2-3 days per week in the Bristol office) Competitive benefits package Opportunity to join a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation where you'll play a key role in delivering an exceptional payroll service.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Payroll Manager 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Up to 45,000 Bristol Hybrid Working The Company Our client is a well-established, creative and commercially successful organisation with a portfolio of recognised consumer brands. They are passionate about delivering high-quality products and services, investing in their people and fostering a collaborative, supportive culture. Due to maternity cover, they are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join their Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The Role Reporting into the Finance function, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll operation, ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time and in line with UK payroll legislation. You'll lead a small payroll team, work closely with HR and Finance colleagues, and drive continuous improvements across payroll processes and controls. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with people leadership in a busy and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the accurate and timely delivery of the monthly UK payroll across multiple payrolls. Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, statutory payments and year-end processes. Lead payroll reconciliations, controls and audit activities. Develop and improve payroll processes, procedures and documentation. Manage relationships with payroll providers and external stakeholders. Work closely with HR and Finance to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date. Respond to employee payroll queries, providing a professional and efficient service. Produce payroll reporting and analysis to support business decision-making. Lead, coach and develop a small payroll team. About You We're looking for someone who has: Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll. Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance. Previous experience leading or supervising a payroll team. Experience with payroll reconciliations, controls and process improvement. Excellent Excel and payroll systems experience. Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business. A recognised payroll qualification or equivalent practical experience. Salary & Benefits Up to 45,000 12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Hybrid working (approximately 2-3 days per week in the Bristol office) Competitive benefits package Opportunity to join a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation where you'll play a key role in delivering an exceptional payroll service.
Payroll Manager Central Bristol (Hybrid Working) 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Up to 45,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a successful organisation based in Central Bristol on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a hands-on role responsible for the delivery of multiple UK payrolls for approximately 1,200 employees, while also managing and developing a payroll team member. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you'll work closely with Finance, HR, employees and external providers to ensure an efficient and compliant payroll service. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end processing of multiple UK payrolls Lead, support and develop a payroll team member Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, RTI and pension auto-enrolment Oversee payroll reconciliations, controls and audit requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business Produce payroll reports and support payroll-related projects Drive process improvements and enhance payroll efficiency Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries About You: Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Strong payroll systems and Excel skills Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Benefits: Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure and birthday leave Matched pension contributions up to 5% Enhanced parental leave Life assurance Option to buy or sell holiday This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to join a collaborative organisation where payroll plays a key role in supporting the wider business. If this sounds like a role for you, please apply ASAP. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 working hours
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Payroll Manager Central Bristol (Hybrid Working) 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Up to 45,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a successful organisation based in Central Bristol on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a hands-on role responsible for the delivery of multiple UK payrolls for approximately 1,200 employees, while also managing and developing a payroll team member. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you'll work closely with Finance, HR, employees and external providers to ensure an efficient and compliant payroll service. Key Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end processing of multiple UK payrolls Lead, support and develop a payroll team member Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, RTI and pension auto-enrolment Oversee payroll reconciliations, controls and audit requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business Produce payroll reports and support payroll-related projects Drive process improvements and enhance payroll efficiency Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries About You: Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Strong payroll systems and Excel skills Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Benefits: Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure and birthday leave Matched pension contributions up to 5% Enhanced parental leave Life assurance Option to buy or sell holiday This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to join a collaborative organisation where payroll plays a key role in supporting the wider business. If this sounds like a role for you, please apply ASAP. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 24 working hours
Job Summary Portfolio Payroll are currently working with a high end retailer in the Harrogate area who are currently recruiting for a Payroll Team Leader to join their team. They provide an excellent working environment, work from home opportunity and freebies! Key Duties/Tasks: Leading a team of 3 End to end payroll processing for 1700 staff Distributing workload and day to day team management Technical skills including systems & excel High level technical month reconciliation Support the busy payroll department high volume starters and leavers Experience dealing with multiple payrolls of varying shift patterns Must have very strong Excel as lots of manual processing High volume, fast paced Pension and Autoenrollment Provide comprehensive advice to employees in relation to payroll queries Ensuring all necessary payments are made within the deadlines set, for example Pension Contributions and BACS Salary Payments Manual calculations RTI Submissions Reconciliation of weekly timesheets along with the input of overtime Experience of T & A system useful Desirable skills and attributes: Industry experience would be great but not essential Previous senior payroll experience or long term payroll experience in a fast paced and high volume environment People management Accountability A keen eye for detail Enjoy working within a team Strong basic maths skills Confident on the phone Excellent communicator as you will be answering queries Confident with Excel CIPP advantageous not essential Benefits Group profit share scheme Pension 3% employer contribution, minium 4% employee contribution 1 x Life Assurance 25% employee discount Free employee Meals and drinks during working hours (when we are in the office) Up to 25 days paid holiday each year plus public holidays Normal working hours are 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5.30pm with 1 hour unpaid break Hybrid working 3 in 2 at home 51846JTR INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Summary Portfolio Payroll are currently working with a high end retailer in the Harrogate area who are currently recruiting for a Payroll Team Leader to join their team. They provide an excellent working environment, work from home opportunity and freebies! Key Duties/Tasks: Leading a team of 3 End to end payroll processing for 1700 staff Distributing workload and day to day team management Technical skills including systems & excel High level technical month reconciliation Support the busy payroll department high volume starters and leavers Experience dealing with multiple payrolls of varying shift patterns Must have very strong Excel as lots of manual processing High volume, fast paced Pension and Autoenrollment Provide comprehensive advice to employees in relation to payroll queries Ensuring all necessary payments are made within the deadlines set, for example Pension Contributions and BACS Salary Payments Manual calculations RTI Submissions Reconciliation of weekly timesheets along with the input of overtime Experience of T & A system useful Desirable skills and attributes: Industry experience would be great but not essential Previous senior payroll experience or long term payroll experience in a fast paced and high volume environment People management Accountability A keen eye for detail Enjoy working within a team Strong basic maths skills Confident on the phone Excellent communicator as you will be answering queries Confident with Excel CIPP advantageous not essential Benefits Group profit share scheme Pension 3% employer contribution, minium 4% employee contribution 1 x Life Assurance 25% employee discount Free employee Meals and drinks during working hours (when we are in the office) Up to 25 days paid holiday each year plus public holidays Normal working hours are 40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5.30pm with 1 hour unpaid break Hybrid working 3 in 2 at home 51846JTR INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
