Title: Change Manager ( NB. The official title for this role is Change Partner) Contract Type: 12-month FTC, Full Time 35 hours per week Salary starting from 57,094 per annum (London weighted salary) or 49,502 per annum (Regional salary) Grade: 10 Reporting Office: London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working) Closing Date: 17 th August 2026 Interviews to be held in person on the 24 th & 26 th August 2026 Please click here for the role profile - Change Partner RP - Feb 2026.docx Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserves the right to not progress applications for candidates who have had one unsuccessful application/interview process with L&Q for the same or similar role in the previous 12 months Join our Organisation Development & Change Team at L&Q: At L&Q, we're on an ambitious journey to transform how we maintain homes and deliver our services for thousands of residents. Over the next three years, we're redesigning our operating model, improving how our teams work together, and introducing new technology. As our Change Manager, you'll lead the people side of this transformation - ensuring our colleagues are engaged, ready, and confident to work in new ways. If you're motivated by making a lasting impact for colleagues and residents, this is the role for you! At L&Q we're driven by our purpose to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of - and this role will be key to making that happen. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping how change happens at L&Q - making sure our people are supported through every stage and that new ways of working truly embed. In this role, you will: Lead the people side of change for one or more projects, from initial impact assessment through to full adoption and embedding. Partner with project and business leaders to ensure change plans are practical, have buy-in, and are aligned with the wider portfolio. Work closely with Organisational Development, Learning & Development and Communications teams to design and deliver coordinated engagement, learning, and communications plans. Coach and equip leaders to own and lead change confidently within their areas. Build readiness, engagement, and feedback loops so we can measure and sustain change adoption. Contribute to growing change capability across L&Q, helping us strengthen how we deliver transformation at scale. By helping our colleagues to adapt and thrive, you'll enable L&Q to deliver services we can all be proud of. What you'll bring: Proven experience leading the people side of large-scale transformation, ideally including operating model or service redesign. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively. Ability to simplify complex messages and tailor communication for different audiences. Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams within a transformation programme or portfolio. Comfort with ambiguity and change, bringing structure, empathy, and calm under pressure. Coaching and facilitation skills that help leaders and teams navigate change successfully. (Desirable) Change Management accreditation or training (e.g. APMG, Prosci) If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. L&Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more. At L&Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Title: Change Manager ( NB. The official title for this role is Change Partner) Contract Type: 12-month FTC, Full Time 35 hours per week Salary starting from 57,094 per annum (London weighted salary) or 49,502 per annum (Regional salary) Grade: 10 Reporting Office: London, Stratford or Manchester, Trafford Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working) Closing Date: 17 th August 2026 Interviews to be held in person on the 24 th & 26 th August 2026 Please click here for the role profile - Change Partner RP - Feb 2026.docx Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserves the right to not progress applications for candidates who have had one unsuccessful application/interview process with L&Q for the same or similar role in the previous 12 months Join our Organisation Development & Change Team at L&Q: At L&Q, we're on an ambitious journey to transform how we maintain homes and deliver our services for thousands of residents. Over the next three years, we're redesigning our operating model, improving how our teams work together, and introducing new technology. As our Change Manager, you'll lead the people side of this transformation - ensuring our colleagues are engaged, ready, and confident to work in new ways. If you're motivated by making a lasting impact for colleagues and residents, this is the role for you! At L&Q we're driven by our purpose to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of - and this role will be key to making that happen. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping how change happens at L&Q - making sure our people are supported through every stage and that new ways of working truly embed. In this role, you will: Lead the people side of change for one or more projects, from initial impact assessment through to full adoption and embedding. Partner with project and business leaders to ensure change plans are practical, have buy-in, and are aligned with the wider portfolio. Work closely with Organisational Development, Learning & Development and Communications teams to design and deliver coordinated engagement, learning, and communications plans. Coach and equip leaders to own and lead change confidently within their areas. Build readiness, engagement, and feedback loops so we can measure and sustain change adoption. Contribute to growing change capability across L&Q, helping us strengthen how we deliver transformation at scale. By helping our colleagues to adapt and thrive, you'll enable L&Q to deliver services we can all be proud of. What you'll bring: Proven experience leading the people side of large-scale transformation, ideally including operating model or service redesign. Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively. Ability to simplify complex messages and tailor communication for different audiences. Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams within a transformation programme or portfolio. Comfort with ambiguity and change, bringing structure, empathy, and calm under pressure. Coaching and facilitation skills that help leaders and teams navigate change successfully. (Desirable) Change Management accreditation or training (e.g. APMG, Prosci) If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. L&Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more. At L&Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Chapter Lead - Software Engineering (FTC up to 12 months) 50,000 - 70,000 per annum IT Function 37.5 hours per week Hybrid (UK-based) - 2 days working from home per week Fixed Term Contract (up to 12 months) Shape the Future of Fintech Engineering Ready to step into a role where you can lead exceptional people, drive real change, and deliver technology that matters? We're looking for a Chapter Lead to join a high-impact fintech transformation programme, where modern engineering powers real-world financial services at scale. You'll operate within a product-led environment, building secure, scalable platforms handling millions of transactions, while leading a talented engineering chapter working across cross-functional squads. This is a role where your impact will be visible, meaningful, and immediate. What You'll Be Doing Leading & Inspiring People Build, lead and develop a high-performing team of software engineers Champion a coaching-first, inclusive culture Own the full employee lifecycle, from hiring through to progression Create an environment of innovation, accountability, and psychological safety Driving Technical Excellence Provide hands-on technical leadership across modern engineering practices Shape the delivery of scalable, secure fintech platforms Champion DevOps, CI/CD, and continuous improvement Collaborate closely with Product, Architecture, and stakeholders Strategic Impact Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap direction Support a major fintech transformation journey Enable strong cross-team collaboration and high-quality delivery What Makes You Stand Out You're a leader who elevates others as much as you build great software. Strong background in C#, .NET engineering within complex systems Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing teams Experience in Agile, DevOps, or product-led environments Passion for building robust, scalable solutions (fintech or regulated experience desirable) Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement Why This Role Stands Out 50,000 - 70,000 salary depending on experience Work on large-scale fintech platforms with real impact Be part of a major transformation programme Strong focus on learning, progression, and leadership growth Flexible hybrid working A culture that values people, innovation, and inclusion If you're looking for more than "just another leadership role" and want to build, shape, and lead within a fast-moving fintech environment, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV via the application link or contact Chrissie Rehman at (url removed) to take the next step in your career. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Chapter Lead - Software Engineering (FTC up to 12 months) 50,000 - 70,000 per annum IT Function 37.5 hours per week Hybrid (UK-based) - 2 days working from home per week Fixed Term Contract (up to 12 months) Shape the Future of Fintech Engineering Ready to step into a role where you can lead exceptional people, drive real change, and deliver technology that matters? We're looking for a Chapter Lead to join a high-impact fintech transformation programme, where modern engineering powers real-world financial services at scale. You'll operate within a product-led environment, building secure, scalable platforms handling millions of transactions, while leading a talented engineering chapter working across cross-functional squads. This is a role where your impact will be visible, meaningful, and immediate. What You'll Be Doing Leading & Inspiring People Build, lead and develop a high-performing team of software engineers Champion a coaching-first, inclusive culture Own the full employee lifecycle, from hiring through to progression Create an environment of innovation, accountability, and psychological safety Driving Technical Excellence Provide hands-on technical leadership across modern engineering practices Shape the delivery of scalable, secure fintech platforms Champion DevOps, CI/CD, and continuous improvement Collaborate closely with Product, Architecture, and stakeholders Strategic Impact Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap direction Support a major fintech transformation journey Enable strong cross-team collaboration and high-quality delivery What Makes You Stand Out You're a leader who elevates others as much as you build great software. Strong background in C#, .NET engineering within complex systems Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing teams Experience in Agile, DevOps, or product-led environments Passion for building robust, scalable solutions (fintech or regulated experience desirable) Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement Why This Role Stands Out 50,000 - 70,000 salary depending on experience Work on large-scale fintech platforms with real impact Be part of a major transformation programme Strong focus on learning, progression, and leadership growth Flexible hybrid working A culture that values people, innovation, and inclusion If you're looking for more than "just another leadership role" and want to build, shape, and lead within a fast-moving fintech environment, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV via the application link or contact Chrissie Rehman at (url removed) to take the next step in your career. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Are you an experienced HR Business Partner looking for an opportunity to lead, influence and shape organisational transformation? On behalf of our client, The Bukola Group are seeking an experienced Senior People Business Partner to lead a team of HR Business Partners while partnering with senior leaders across a complex, values-led organisation. This is a strategic leadership role, combining operational excellence with organisational development, change management and employee relations expertise. Working closely with the senior People leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the people strategy, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and coach a team of People Business Partners, ensuring a high-quality and consistent HR partnering service. Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with organisational priorities, business objectives and transformation programmes. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring commercially sound and legally compliant outcomes. Evaluate and continuously improve the HR Business Partnering model, establishing meaningful KPIs and performance measures. Use workforce data and people analytics to identify trends, inform strategic decision-making and measure organisational impact. Support organisational change initiatives by embedding effective change management practices across client groups. Foster a coaching culture, supporting leadership capability and management effectiveness throughout the organisation. Work collaboratively with Learning & Development colleagues to identify capability gaps and deliver tailored people solutions. Provide oversight and support for disciplinary, grievance and other formal employee relations processes, including participation in hearings where required. Contribute to initiatives that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, wellbeing and organisational culture. Support organisational projects and strategic people initiatives as required. Work collaboratively with recognised Trade Unions and support consultation and negotiation processes where appropriate. About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent professional experience), with CIPD Level 7 desirable. Significant experience operating as a Senior HR or People Business Partner within a complex organisation. Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing HR Business Partners. A strong track record of developing and embedding effective HR Business Partnering models. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders. Extensive experience managing complex employee relations cases and providing commercially focused HR advice. Experience supporting organisational change, transformation and cultural development programmes. Strong analytical skills with experience using workforce data to inform strategic decisions. Excellent coaching, communication and relationship-building skills. Experience working in unionised environments and supporting consultation or negotiation activities would be advantageous. What's on Offer A strategic leadership role with significant organisational influence. Hybrid working. Excellent opportunities for professional development. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation. If you're a strategic HR professional who enjoys partnering with senior leaders, leading high-performing teams and driving organisational change, we'd love to hear from you. .
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Are you an experienced HR Business Partner looking for an opportunity to lead, influence and shape organisational transformation? On behalf of our client, The Bukola Group are seeking an experienced Senior People Business Partner to lead a team of HR Business Partners while partnering with senior leaders across a complex, values-led organisation. This is a strategic leadership role, combining operational excellence with organisational development, change management and employee relations expertise. Working closely with the senior People leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the people strategy, embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and coach a team of People Business Partners, ensuring a high-quality and consistent HR partnering service. Partner with senior leaders to align people strategies with organisational priorities, business objectives and transformation programmes. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring commercially sound and legally compliant outcomes. Evaluate and continuously improve the HR Business Partnering model, establishing meaningful KPIs and performance measures. Use workforce data and people analytics to identify trends, inform strategic decision-making and measure organisational impact. Support organisational change initiatives by embedding effective change management practices across client groups. Foster a coaching culture, supporting leadership capability and management effectiveness throughout the organisation. Work collaboratively with Learning & Development colleagues to identify capability gaps and deliver tailored people solutions. Provide oversight and support for disciplinary, grievance and other formal employee relations processes, including participation in hearings where required. Contribute to initiatives that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, wellbeing and organisational culture. Support organisational projects and strategic people initiatives as required. Work collaboratively with recognised Trade Unions and support consultation and negotiation processes where appropriate. About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent professional experience), with CIPD Level 7 desirable. Significant experience operating as a Senior HR or People Business Partner within a complex organisation. Previous experience leading, mentoring or managing HR Business Partners. A strong track record of developing and embedding effective HR Business Partnering models. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders. Extensive experience managing complex employee relations cases and providing commercially focused HR advice. Experience supporting organisational change, transformation and cultural development programmes. Strong analytical skills with experience using workforce data to inform strategic decisions. Excellent coaching, communication and relationship-building skills. Experience working in unionised environments and supporting consultation or negotiation activities would be advantageous. What's on Offer A strategic leadership role with significant organisational influence. Hybrid working. Excellent opportunities for professional development. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation. If you're a strategic HR professional who enjoys partnering with senior leaders, leading high-performing teams and driving organisational change, we'd love to hear from you. .
Senior Infrastructure Consultant Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire 2 Year FTC Hybrid after 3 months - 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote 55,000 - 65,000 + Funded Training & Certifications + Company Pension + 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + Enhanced Family Benefits Are you a senior Infrastructure Engineer, Technical Lead, or Infrastructure Consultant looking for a varied role where you can combine hands-on 3rd line support with solution design, project delivery, and long-term infrastructure strategy within a large-scale, business-critical environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation investing heavily in infrastructure modernisation, cyber security, cloud technologies, and resilience programmes. Working across a diverse technology estate, you will play a key role in both supporting and shaping the future direction of the infrastructure landscape. You will be responsible for designing, validating, and delivering practical infrastructure solutions while acting as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues. The role will see you working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring solutions are robust, supportable, and aligned with business requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong experience across Microsoft infrastructure technologies, virtualisation, storage, backup, and hybrid cloud environments. You will be comfortable producing technical documentation, supporting project delivery, and providing technical leadership within a collaborative infrastructure team. The Role: Design and deliver infrastructure solutions across server, storage, virtualisation, backup, cloud, and identity platforms Act as a senior 3rd line escalation point for complex infrastructure incidents and problems Produce HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, migration documentation, and operational procedures Support infrastructure refresh and transformation projects across the IT estate Review and challenge supplier-led technical proposals and solutions The Person: Strong experience in a senior Infrastructure Engineer, Technical Lead, Consultant, or 3rd Line role Good knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Experience with VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft 365, Azure, or hybrid infrastructure environments Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and documentation skills Able to communicate effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and third-party suppliers Any experience with Nutanix AHV, Aruba, Azure architecture, automation, or cybersecurity principles would be advantageous Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Aug 07, 2026
Contractor
Senior Infrastructure Consultant Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire 2 Year FTC Hybrid after 3 months - 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote 55,000 - 65,000 + Funded Training & Certifications + Company Pension + 27 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + Enhanced Family Benefits Are you a senior Infrastructure Engineer, Technical Lead, or Infrastructure Consultant looking for a varied role where you can combine hands-on 3rd line support with solution design, project delivery, and long-term infrastructure strategy within a large-scale, business-critical environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation investing heavily in infrastructure modernisation, cyber security, cloud technologies, and resilience programmes. Working across a diverse technology estate, you will play a key role in both supporting and shaping the future direction of the infrastructure landscape. You will be responsible for designing, validating, and delivering practical infrastructure solutions while acting as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues. The role will see you working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring solutions are robust, supportable, and aligned with business requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong experience across Microsoft infrastructure technologies, virtualisation, storage, backup, and hybrid cloud environments. You will be comfortable producing technical documentation, supporting project delivery, and providing technical leadership within a collaborative infrastructure team. The Role: Design and deliver infrastructure solutions across server, storage, virtualisation, backup, cloud, and identity platforms Act as a senior 3rd line escalation point for complex infrastructure incidents and problems Produce HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, migration documentation, and operational procedures Support infrastructure refresh and transformation projects across the IT estate Review and challenge supplier-led technical proposals and solutions The Person: Strong experience in a senior Infrastructure Engineer, Technical Lead, Consultant, or 3rd Line role Good knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Experience with VMware, Nutanix, Microsoft 365, Azure, or hybrid infrastructure environments Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and documentation skills Able to communicate effectively with technical teams, stakeholders, and third-party suppliers Any experience with Nutanix AHV, Aruba, Azure architecture, automation, or cybersecurity principles would be advantageous Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Cutover Manager - 18-month FTC Slough (Head Office) with some travel to our UK sites and the Intersnack HQ in Dusseldorf Hybrid We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side. We also offer Dynamic Friday Hours, giving colleagues the opportunity to flex their time and finish early on a Friday, where the role allows. Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Cutover Manager (UK) to join our team as part of a major business transformation project. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading - this might just be your next adventure! This role is a key part of our system and process change programme, working closely with our central project team and UK stakeholders to deliver a smooth and successful cutover. You'll be the lead for all UK-specific cutover activities, owning the plan, managing risks, coordinating across functions, and ensuring readiness for go-live. Working with a range of colleagues - from UK workstream leads to central stakeholders - you'll build a realistic, joined-up cutover plan and act as the main point of contact for all cutover matters in the UK. This is a great opportunity to shape how we transition into new systems and ways of working, with visibility at senior levels and the chance to truly influence success. If you thrive in complex project environments and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you? We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement. £7500 car cash allowance Comprehensive Healthcare Support - Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most. KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools What will you be doing? Owning and driving the UK cutover plan - taking full responsibility for creating, coordinating, and delivering all cutover activities specific to the UK, ensuring alignment with the central programme and readiness for go-live Tackling the complexity of transformation - navigating a multi-site, cross-functional environment to manage dependencies, identify potential risks, and build mitigation plans that support a smooth transition Working collaboratively across teams - engaging closely with UK workstream leads, site teams, the central cutover team, and other stakeholders to align plans, ensure readiness, and resolve issues quickly and effectively Making a measurable impact on programme success - acting as the single point of contact for UK cutover, managing reporting into the PMO, leading resource planning, and executing the fallback strategy if required Learning through hands-on programme delivery - gaining valuable experience in systems and process change, with exposure to leadership-level decision-making and the opportunity to influence how the UK business adopts new ways of working Lead the master data change activities required within the KP business as a result of the master data changes being applied in the system at cut-over. Who are we? Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you - we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience: A strong understanding of ERP system rollouts and cutover planning Excellent organisational and communication skills to engage and align cross-functional teams Previous experience in project or programme management, ideally within a manufacturing or IT setting Familiarity with tools such as JIRA and MS Office, with the confidence to manage documentation and reporting A collaborative mindset that reflects our values of ownership, trust, and teamwork - even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still like to hear from you
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Cutover Manager - 18-month FTC Slough (Head Office) with some travel to our UK sites and the Intersnack HQ in Dusseldorf Hybrid We operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance. Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side. We also offer Dynamic Friday Hours, giving colleagues the opportunity to flex their time and finish early on a Friday, where the role allows. Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a highly organised and proactive Cutover Manager (UK) to join our team as part of a major business transformation project. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading - this might just be your next adventure! This role is a key part of our system and process change programme, working closely with our central project team and UK stakeholders to deliver a smooth and successful cutover. You'll be the lead for all UK-specific cutover activities, owning the plan, managing risks, coordinating across functions, and ensuring readiness for go-live. Working with a range of colleagues - from UK workstream leads to central stakeholders - you'll build a realistic, joined-up cutover plan and act as the main point of contact for all cutover matters in the UK. This is a great opportunity to shape how we transition into new systems and ways of working, with visibility at senior levels and the chance to truly influence success. If you thrive in complex project environments and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. What's in it for you? We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with an excellent track record of over achievement. £7500 car cash allowance Comprehensive Healthcare Support - Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most. KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools What will you be doing? Owning and driving the UK cutover plan - taking full responsibility for creating, coordinating, and delivering all cutover activities specific to the UK, ensuring alignment with the central programme and readiness for go-live Tackling the complexity of transformation - navigating a multi-site, cross-functional environment to manage dependencies, identify potential risks, and build mitigation plans that support a smooth transition Working collaboratively across teams - engaging closely with UK workstream leads, site teams, the central cutover team, and other stakeholders to align plans, ensure readiness, and resolve issues quickly and effectively Making a measurable impact on programme success - acting as the single point of contact for UK cutover, managing reporting into the PMO, leading resource planning, and executing the fallback strategy if required Learning through hands-on programme delivery - gaining valuable experience in systems and process change, with exposure to leadership-level decision-making and the opportunity to influence how the UK business adopts new ways of working Lead the master data change activities required within the KP business as a result of the master data changes being applied in the system at cut-over. Who are we? Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies. Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you - we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together. Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout. We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience: A strong understanding of ERP system rollouts and cutover planning Excellent organisational and communication skills to engage and align cross-functional teams Previous experience in project or programme management, ideally within a manufacturing or IT setting Familiarity with tools such as JIRA and MS Office, with the confidence to manage documentation and reporting A collaborative mindset that reflects our values of ownership, trust, and teamwork - even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still like to hear from you
Corporate Legal Director - Special Projects (FTC to Dec 2026) Location: Slough (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days WFH) Rate: Up to £672 per day PAYE (via agency payroll only) FTSE 20 Global Consumer Goods Company Duration: up to 17months We are seeking an ambitious Corporate Legal Director to join the Group Legal team of an FTSE 20 business on a temporary contract until 31 December 2026. Reporting to the SVP Legal: Corporate, M&A and Governance, you will lead on a high-profile, cross-functional restructuring project spanning 15-20 international markets. This project will consolidate legal entity structures globally, requiring deep corporate expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-border advisory capability. Key responsibilities Lead complex restructuring across multiple jurisdictions Advise on entity structuring, contracts, transaction documents, and negotiations Work closely with tax, governance, and head office teams Manage external counsel and internal legal team members Engage with senior business leaders to deliver pragmatic, strategic solutions Requirements Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, or equivalent) with 6+ PQE in corporate/transactional law Background in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational Track record advising listed businesses on corporate matters International restructuring experience is desirable Confident, collaborative, and able to operate at a senior stakeholder level This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation programme at one of the world's most respected consumer goods businesses. Apply now to discuss this unique role in more detail.
Sep 22, 2025
Seasonal
Corporate Legal Director - Special Projects (FTC to Dec 2026) Location: Slough (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days WFH) Rate: Up to £672 per day PAYE (via agency payroll only) FTSE 20 Global Consumer Goods Company Duration: up to 17months We are seeking an ambitious Corporate Legal Director to join the Group Legal team of an FTSE 20 business on a temporary contract until 31 December 2026. Reporting to the SVP Legal: Corporate, M&A and Governance, you will lead on a high-profile, cross-functional restructuring project spanning 15-20 international markets. This project will consolidate legal entity structures globally, requiring deep corporate expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-border advisory capability. Key responsibilities Lead complex restructuring across multiple jurisdictions Advise on entity structuring, contracts, transaction documents, and negotiations Work closely with tax, governance, and head office teams Manage external counsel and internal legal team members Engage with senior business leaders to deliver pragmatic, strategic solutions Requirements Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, or equivalent) with 6+ PQE in corporate/transactional law Background in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational Track record advising listed businesses on corporate matters International restructuring experience is desirable Confident, collaborative, and able to operate at a senior stakeholder level This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation programme at one of the world's most respected consumer goods businesses. Apply now to discuss this unique role in more detail.