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We are seeking a Commodity Buyer - Machined Parts to join Safran Landing Systems, the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Based in Gloucester, you will play a key role in managing and developing relationships with a portfolio of machining suppliers, supporting the delivery of critical components for both commercial and military aerospace programmes. Location: Gloucester Working Pattern: Hybrid Safran Landing Systems, the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, is seeking a Commodity Buyer - Machined Parts to join its Gloucester-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and developing a portfolio of specialist machining suppliers, supporting the production of landing gear systems for major commercial and military aircraft programmes. Within the Landing Gears Integration Department, reporting to the Division's Commodity Manager - Machined Parts, you will structure, develop and manage the relationship with a group of suppliers specialized in machined parts by exercising the following responsibilities : Key Responsibilities Manage a dedicated portfolio of machinists suppliers located predominantly within the UK Manage the relationship from the sourcing (RFQ) up to the contract management during the life of the Contract Accountable for the relationship with each supplier of the allocated panel Accountable for the cost reduction plan with the supplier panel assigned Contribute to set-up, then formalize and execute the strategy for the Machined-Parts Commodity Creation and management of RFQ process through the Supplier Selection and establishment of Safran Landing Systems contractual conditions with Suppliers Manage contracts in place with Suppliers assigned and anticipate renewals of contract, through J1 and Supplier Selection Committees Actively work to increase the maturity level of the supplier panel to the required level. Actively monitoring the performance of the supplier, and engage actions in collaboration with the Supplier Performance & Quality Lead Identify cost reduction opportunities, manage the cost reduction plan, and report figures in the design KPI tool (SIEVO) Interface with other functions on all sites (Procurement, Production, Program, Quality, Industrialization) and act as a Purchasing focal point for the supplier panel allocated Resolve daily (tactical) issues related with suppliers, such as claims & litigations. Mandatory (essential): A relevant University Degree and/or APICS, CPIM or CIRM/PMAC Certification. Experience working in a manufacturing environment, international experience in Aerospace preferred or in Mechanical Industrial Engineering; Significant Purchasing experience Experience in leading Projects within multi-functional teams. Familiarity with Contracts, contract language and the ability to negotiate various types of contracts with suppliers Purchasing process leadership skills Strong negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a team environment and represent the Purchasing function towards the Supplier High working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Experience with accounting and financial principles Production control process knowledge, MRP and Flow Management. Ability to travel on short or long term within Europe, as per project needs Good knowledge of MRP system Good to have (desirable): Good knowledge of SAP environment

A national independent property development company in Oxfordshire are looking for a Head of Property for new and re-sale properties at over 50 sites in the south of the UK. You will be responsible for all aspects of the business, ensuring that it offers a first-class resales and new home sale service to all existing and future clients and becomes the agent of choice for the sale of all homes. As well as acting as line manager for all staff and running all day-to-day business operations, the Head of Property also functions as a director on the board and makes a significant contribution to the strategic development of the business. Offering an effective and high performing in-house agency to leaseholders and new business partners is a key priority. Responsibilities: To lead on all aspects of the Property business. To provide expert analysis and advice to the company with regards to property sales. To identify all opportunities for business growth (revenue and profit) to maximise performance and lead to the future success of the company. Working with the Property teams as necessary to implement initiatives and monitor their success. To optimise the number of properties in the Property pipeline, ensuring maximum property values within the portfolio. To ensure an excellent level of customer service is always delivered to clients, contributing to the reputational development of the brand. To act as line manager for Property personnel, ensuring performance and offering day to day support and guidance and compliance with all HR requirements. To lead on the annual budget setting process, and to manage all expenditure to ensure profitability. Reporting to the board of directors on a regular basis. To lead on all creative strategy for marketing and PR, liaising with external consultants where required. Overseeing marketing strategy and marketing campaigns for both property re-sales and new home sales. To ensure that the website is developed and maintained to maximise reach to existing and new clients. To promote the Property service both internally and externally. To maximise pipeline and market share from the property portfolio and to further develop external business partnerships and growth opportunities. To work closely with the Executive and senior team within Property to ensure seamless delivery of the aims and objectives of both organisations. To ensure that all Property activity remains aligned with the company's core values. To ensure compliance with all requirements of The Property Ombudsman code of practice Experience and the confidence to engage with internal and external customers in a group setting, including running presentations and providing reports. The ability to operate at board level, contributing to and leading on board discussions. Ensuring effective governance of the company. Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring a marketing and sales strategy for high quality homes. Excellent customer service skills. Experience in a similar environment and with a similar age group would be an advantage. You can deal with enquiries and potential leads quickly and effectively and ensure your team does the same. Extensive experience in a sales environment. You must be able to demonstrate a successful history of selling high quality homes, and the associated retirement lifestyle, maximising valuations. You need to have exceptional communication skills and foster good and supportive working relationships whilst maintaining professionalism. You need to be able to manage, dissolve conflict, and maintain strict confidentiality and be an excellent listener. Salary offered is c 50k, paid mileage, life assurance and company pension and excellent working environment in the Office with the team, home working and field-based visits to company sites. Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm based in Oxfordshire. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Quality Manager - Food Manufacturing 35,000 - 45,000 North Manchester Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm Are you an experienced Quality Manager in the Food Manufacturing sector looking to improve your work-life balance at a small, friendly and relaxed site, or are you an experienced QA professional that is looking for an opportunity to progress into management? This Food Manufacturing site employs about 20 people and has been supplying a range of sweet bakery goods to foodservice clients across the country for over 30 years. They've recently received backing from a larger UK food manufacturing group, and they're now looking for a Quality Manager to work closely with the site's existing leadership team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the site's Food Safety, Quality and Compliance standards, working closely with production to ensure customer specifications, GMP and SOP requirements are met, leading audit readiness and regulatory compliance activities, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the business. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years' experience in Food Safety & Quality Assurance - either in a Quality Management position or as a Supervisor/Coordinator where they've held some degree of leadership responsibility. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to join a friendly, relaxed and supportive business where they can hold a large amount of responsibility while also being able to enjoy a positive work-life balance. Day-to-day of the role: Ensuring products consistently meet customer specifications and food safety standards. Supporting production teams to maximise quality, efficiency and operational performance. Monitoring factory compliance, hygiene standards, traceability systems and legal requirements. Leading audits, investigations, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing, developing and training staff to maintain audit readiness and high standards. The ideal person will have: Experience within food manufacturing, with strong knowledge of quality, food safety and HACCP systems. Proven experience leading teams and improving performance in a fast-paced production environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, auditors and cross-functional teams. A degree in Food Science or a related discipline would be desirable but is not essential. If you are interested in this position, click apply or contact Stuart Goble at Reed. Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Manufacturing, Food, Foodservice, Bakery, Baked, Dairy, Sweets, Confectionery, Pastry, Meats, Fresh Produce, Ambient, Chilled, Frozen, Meals, Sandwiches, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Compliance, Food Safety, FSQA, FSQR, Technical Manager, HACCP, BRC, Manchester, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, North West, England, Oldham, Bolton, Rochdale, Bury, Heywood, Middleton

Are you a commercially astute National Account Manager with a hunger for new business and a talent for opening doors? We are exclusively partnering with a dynamic, market-leading, FMCG manufacturer to recruit a collaborative professional to lead one of their growing divisions which is fast becoming a significant are of growth for the business. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a strategic channel, blending new business development with key account growth. You will not just manage the status quo - you will shape the strategy, drive brand presence, and mentor your team, all while being supported by a collaborative and positive culture. If you have a proven track record in FMCG, ideally within healthcare, and you are ready to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you. The Role As the Senior National Account Manager, you will be the driving force behind our client's commercial strategy. Reporting directly to the Head of Sales, you will own the channel P&L and be responsible for accelerating growth across healthcare, facilities management, hospitality, education, and wider markets. Your key responsibilities will include: New Business Development: Proactively identifying and securing new business opportunities-this is a "door-knocking" role. You will seek out opportunities, open doors, and see them through to completion. Account Management: Managing and expanding a portfolio of key strategic accounts, including major UK distribution groups. Commercial Strategy: Defining and executing the growth strategy, with a focus on both own-label and branded product growth. You will develop launch plans, promotional calendars, and disruptive in-store strategies. Team Leadership & Mentorship: Leading and developing a small, high-potential team. This role requires mentorship and the ability to develop commercial acumen in others, rather than just people management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with sales, marketing, category, R&D, and supply chain to ensure product, pricing, and service excellence. Data-Driven Decision Making: Using market insights and customer feedback to shape strategy and strengthen propositions. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a senior sales professional with deep experience in the FMCG sector and a strong commercial acumen. You will be a natural "hunter" - someone who can open doors and then follow through to secure the deal. Essential Skills and Experience: Experience: 5+ years' proven sales experience within FMCG, with a strong track record in new business development and key account growth. Sector Knowledge: A background in managing accounts within large UK distribution groups. Commercial Acumen: Demonstrable experience owning and managing a P&L, with the ability to forecast accurately and make data-driven commercial decisions. Leadership & Mentorship: Proven experience in mentoring or developing a high-performing team. You will be expected to upskill and develop commercial awareness in junior team members. Product Knowledge: Strong understanding of both own-label and branded product dynamics. Negotiation: Highly credible communicator with exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, confident in managing complex tenders and contracts. The Culture This is a collaborative, open, and supportive environment. The leadership team is accessible and the owner encourages a "solutions-first" mindset. You will be joining a team that values transparency and teamwork. You will be welcomed into a business that genuinely supports its people and backs them to succeed. How to Apply: Our client is recruiting now, so please do not delay. If this role sounds ideal for your next move, send us your CV or contact us immediately. We cannot reply to every individual application, however if your experience fits the above criteria, we will make immediate contact.

Job specification for the position of : Cyber Security Analyst Reporting to : IT Governance and Security Manager OFFICE BASED IN WATFORD - FIVE DAYS PER WEEK - NON-NEGOTIABLE Must have a British passport or ILR (Indefinite leave to remain) - no sponsorship available Purpose of the role : The cyber security analyst is responsible for the day-to-day tasks which protect the business from cyber threats and attacks. Based in Watford, at head office, this role gives an opportunity to contribute to cyber response and to identify cyber risks, helping IT to protect the company's systems. Role overview : working closely with the IT governance and security manager, contributing to cyber strategy administering IT security systems identifying, mitigating and escalating IT security incidents identifying deviations from IT security standards analysing logs and reporting relevant information reporting trends and threats in e-mail and web traffic, as appropriate analysing security information and producing relevant reports administering and evaluating cyber security questionnaires co-ordinating and scheduling penetration tests managing third-party forensic investigations completing cyber security posture-reporting supporting excellent cyber security design, with the ability to contribute to good cyber security practices In detail, the role will involve : log-analysing security posture-monitoring Trellix antivirus-reporting and some EPO management tasks secure physical and electronic destruction of sensitive data helping the business to protect sensitive information (e.g. encrypting data) educating and awareness through spam-testing; supporting the training teams with e-learning monitoring public and third-party feeds for emerging cyber trends performing cyber risk assessments co-ordinating cyber security incidents defining cyber policies and cyber standards assessing third-party suppliers' cyber standards keeping abreast of current and emerging threats Skills required : understanding log management (at an analysis level only): Microsoft Windows and AD log structure network system log, e.g. Cisco and Checkpoint Office 365 and Defender security knowledge of Splunk the SIEM platform understanding of systems and integrity: Netwrix security solutions administration, including AD Auditor and Change Tracker Trellix and SkyHigh reporting and management, including Trellix antivirus-reporting and DLP using EPO operational security and incident management: experience of cyber security quickly analysing data and making decisions on security threats Salary and benefits : competitive salary 25 days' paid holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata; head-office bonus scheme; free shares (after 18 months with the company); private medical insurance; contributory pension scheme Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER CHORLEY Up to 75,000 + GREAT BENEFITS + CAREER DEVELOPMENT THE OPPORTUNITY: We're working with a successful and growing business that's continuing to invest in its people, systems and finance function as part of its long-term growth plans. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Group Financial Controller / Finance Manager to join the business in a senior position, taking responsibility for financial reporting, compliance and financial controls across a number of group companies. Working closely with senior management, you'll help ensure the finance function continues to support the business as it grows. The role would suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and is looking for a varied position with exposure to senior stakeholders and ongoing business improvement projects. THE GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER ROLE: Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll be responsible for a broad range of financial and operational accounting duties, including: Managing the month-end close process and producing consolidated financial information across multiple companies Preparing monthly management reports and ensuring financial information is accurate and delivered on time Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls Looking after intercompany accounting, including reconciliations and internal recharges Preparing cash flow reports and supporting balance sheet forecasting Coordinating the preparation of statutory accounts and managing the year-end audit process Working with external auditors, tax advisers and other professional contacts Ensuring the business remains compliant with accounting standards, VAT and other statutory requirements Maintaining accounting policies and helping to keep financial procedures up to date Supporting the setup of new companies within the group, including finance processes and reporting structures Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and helping to introduce more efficient ways of working Supporting the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting tools Providing guidance and support to Management Accountants and junior members of the finance team Producing financial information and analysis to support senior management and Board decisions Assisting with business projects as the group continues to grow THE PERSON: Essential ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience Current experience as a Group Financial Controller / Finance Manager or in a similar senior finance position, with multi-entity or Group Accounts experience Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience preparing group financial reports Experience producing statutory accounts and managing external audits Good understanding of financial controls, balance sheet management and compliance Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP or finance systems Able to communicate confidently with colleagues across the business and senior management A practical approach with good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities Desirable Experience within the construction, property or engineering sectors Previous involvement in improving finance processes or implementing new systems Experience supporting business growth, acquisitions or changes to group structure TO APPLY: Please apply for the Group Financial Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Project Manager 6 months Location: Hybrid (Wellingborough 2 days per week / remote 3 days) Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Role Purpose The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful planning, coordination, governance, and delivery of the Cost/Sell and Induct workstreams within the Booker MyProduct Essentials (MPE) programme. The role will ensure alignment between Booker stakeholders, Atos business analysts, third-party development partners, and business SMEs to achieve agreed milestones, manage dependencies, and deliver business value. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day delivery of the Cost/Sell and Induct workstreams. Develop and maintain integrated plans, milestones, RAID logs, and status reporting. Coordinate activities across Booker stakeholders, Atos consultants, business analysts, product owners, and development partners. Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and decisions, ensuring timely escalation where required. Facilitate governance forums, steering meetings, workshops, and project reviews. Track progress against delivery objectives and ensure workstreams remain on schedule and within budget. Drive stakeholder engagement and communication across business and technology teams. Ensure delivery readiness, quality assurance, and successful transition into business operations. Support identification and management of change requests, scope impacts, and commercial considerations. Experience Required Minimum of 8 years experience as Project Manager which needs to include collating requirements, managing third party development teams using agile, and co-ordinating UAT for changes to websites. Proven experience delivering business transformation or technology projects preferably in a wholesale business . Strong project governance, planning, risk management, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches. Ability to manage multiple workstreams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders simultaneously. Strong communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. Success Measures Delivery of Cost/Sell and Induct milestones to agreed schedule. Effective management of risks, issues, and dependencies. Positive stakeholder feedback from Booker and Atos teams. Successful adoption of delivered capabilities by business users. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Axon Moore are supporting a large international business based in West Yorkshire in the appointment of a Senior Group Finance Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role within the Group Finance function, supporting senior leadership in delivering high-quality financial reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring robust financial governance across a complex international business. The key roles and responsibilities for this person will include: Delivery and execution of accurate Group consolidated financial and management reporting on a monthly basis Leading the annual Group budgeting process, including consolidation, analysis and reporting Managing Group statutory reporting in accordance with IFRS and supporting the external audit process Overseeing financial reporting, accounting and tax compliance for Head Office holding companies Supporting the implementation and development of financial reporting systems and driving reporting process improvements Business partnering with finance teams across multiple international entities, providing insight and challenge on business performance Managing and developing a small Group Finance team, supporting performance and professional development Producing insightful financial analysis and commentary to support executive decision-making Supporting ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the Group The ideal candidate requirements for this role will include the following: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience of Group consolidations and IFRS reporting Previous experience within a Group Finance function in a complex international organisation Proven people management skills with the ability to develop and mentor team members Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with the confidence to communicate across multiple functions and international locations A proactive approach with the ability to identify opportunities to improve reporting, controls and processes This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established global business in a highly visible role, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence the continued development of the Group Finance function. If you feel you have the required skills and experience for this role, please apply ASAP. INDFIN

Microsoft D365 NAV/Business Central - Senior Project Manager Contract Hybrid - Northampton (Apply online only) per day (Outside IR35) 12 Months Experis UK are looking to engage with an experienced D365 NAV/Business Central Senior Project Manager to lead a major legacy ERP migration programme. This is an initial 12-month contract , with the successful candidate taking ownership of a business-critical migration from a legacy ERP system onto Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. The Role Lead end-to-end delivery of a D365 NAV/Business Central legacy ERP migration programme Act as the primary point of contact between the Microsoft Partner, the client, and key stakeholders Manage project planning, resourcing, budgets, risks, and timelines throughout the programme lifecycle Work closely with functional consultants, developers, and technical architects to ensure successful delivery Drive governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication at all levels What We're Looking For Proven track record delivering D365 NAV/Business Central implementation or migration projects Strong experience managing legacy ERP migration programmes Comfortable operating within a Microsoft Partner environment Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Available for hybrid working in Northampton If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Why Southwark? Could your leadership help transform the future for some of London's most vulnerable residents? Does the opportunity to help people build independence, security and a better quality of life inspire you? Are you ready to lead services where compassion, dignity and opportunity shape every decision? If yes, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for! We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Accommodation and Support to join our Housing senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of accommodation and support services across Southwark. As one of London's largest local authority landlords, we have a unique responsibility (and opportunity) to ensure residents have access to safe, high-quality homes alongside the support they need to thrive. Through our Good Landlord Plan, we are placing residents at the heart of everything we do: strengthening trust, improving services and ensuring every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. This is a unique opportunity to lead services that make a meaningful difference every day - supporting residents with complex needs, strengthening communities and ensuring housing remains a foundation for stability, wellbeing and opportunity. The Role: Reporting to the Director of Housing Needs and Support, you will provide strategic leadership across Southwark's Accommodation and Support services, ensuring they are safe, effective, financially sustainable and designed around positive outcomes for residents. You will lead a diverse and impactful portfolio, including: Older Persons' Housing Supported Hostel Provision Traveller Services Tenancy Sustainment Council-owned Temporary Accommodation Housing Counter Fraud Services As a key member of the housing senior leadership team, you will help shape the future direction of the council's housing offer, ensuring Southwark remains a landlord residents can trust. You will champion innovation, continuous improvement and partnership working, ensuring services evolve in response to changing community needs and continue to deliver meaningful support that enables residents to live with dignity, confidence and independence. What You'll Be Doing You will provide strategic direction and leadership for Accommodation and Support services, ensuring strong governance, accountability and delivery against council priorities, regulatory requirements and contractual commitments. You will: Lead transformation and continuous improvement programmes that enhance service quality and improve outcomes for residents. Drive the delivery of key strategic priorities, including the Older Person's Housing Strategy and Supported Housing Strategy. Inspire and develop Heads of Service and senior managers, creating a culture of inclusion, accountability, innovation and excellence. Build high-performing multidisciplinary teams through effective workforce development, talent management and succession planning. Manage significant budgets, ensuring services remain financially sustainable, efficient and responsive to future challenges. Develop strong partnerships with government departments, council services, housing teams, external agencies and sector experts. Provide expert strategic advice to elected Members, the Corporate Management Team and senior leaders on housing needs, homelessness, safeguarding, risk and performance. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring services reflect and respond to the needs of Southwark's diverse communities. Ensure services maintain the highest standards of health and safety, safeguarding, compliance and resident protection. Deputise for the Director of Housing Needs and Support and other executive leaders when required. This is a role where your leadership, decisions and ambition will directly shape the experiences, opportunities and futures of residents across the borough. What We're Looking For We are looking for an inspirational and experienced senior leader with a proven track record of leading complex housing, accommodation, support services or local government functions. You will bring: Significant experience of leading transformation, improving services and delivering measurable outcomes for residents. The ability to translate strategic vision into effective operational delivery. Experience leading large, complex teams and creating inclusive cultures where people can perform at their best. Strong financial leadership skills, with experience managing substantial budgets and delivering sustainable services. The confidence and credibility to operate at executive level, influencing elected Members, senior leaders and external partners within a politically sensitive environment. A strong understanding of housing legislation, safeguarding, regulation and governance. The ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate across organisations to achieve shared outcomes. Above all, you will share our commitment to creating a fairer future - ensuring every resident has access to safe accommodation, meaningful support and the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Candida Thompson via email at Additional Information Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday Location: 160 Tooley St London SE1 2QH Enhanced DBS check Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Monday 31st August 2026 Shortlisting date/s: Week commencing 31st August 2026 Interview date/s: Week commencing 7th September 2026 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Paid Media Manager Location: Hybrid - London Salary: Up to £70k (DoE) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave, Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You We're looking for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, knows how to turn performance data into action, and is motivated by seeing their work make a measurable commercial impact. At Wilmington plc, you'll take ownership of paid media performance across a portfolio of market-leading brands spanning professional education, compliance, financial services and legal training. Working across different audiences, sectors and objectives, you'll shape strategy, drive optimisation and play a key role in helping our brands achieve their growth ambitions. Alongside managing and developing a Paid Media Executive, you'll partner with stakeholders across the business, using your expertise to influence decisions and deliver results. If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership and help shape the future of paid media across a growing portfolio of brands, we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington plc s career site. At Wilmington plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! As our Paid Media Manager, you'll own the hands-on planning, management and optimisation of paid media accounts across multiple Wilmington brands. You'll be responsible for: • Creating and delivering paid media strategies across a portfolio of market-leading brands. • Managing and optimising campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, LinkedIn and Meta. • Owning budget management, bid strategies and overall campaign performance. • Analysing results, reporting on performance and providing recommendations to stakeholders. • Working closely with Marketing Ops & Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, attribution and reporting. • Partnering with marketing and commercial teams to align paid media activity with business goals. • Leading and developing a Paid Media Executive, providing coaching and guidance on best practice. • Keeping up to date with industry trends, platform developments and new opportunities to improve performance. What s the Best Thing About This Role This is a genuinely hands-on role with plenty of scope to shape strategy! You'll have ownership of paid media performance across a portfolio of market-leading brands, giving you the chance to influence decisions and test new approaches. Alongside leading and developing a Paid Media Executive, you'll play a leading role in how paid media evolves across Wilmington plc. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role With responsibility for multiple brands, audiences and budgets, you'll need to balance competing priorities while maintaining strong performance across the board. You'll be expected to make commercial decisions, challenge thinking when needed, and use data to guide strategy. To be successful in this role, you must have: • A solid background in paid media/ PPC, with a strong track record of managing and optimising campaigns. • Confidence managing campaigns across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, LinkedIn Ads and Meta Ads. • Experience in developing paid media strategies and delivering measurable performance improvements. • Experience managing significant advertising budgets and making data-driven investment decisions. • Strong analytical and reporting skills, with experience using GA4, Salesforce, Power BI and Marketo. • A solid understanding of lead generation, attribution and key paid media performance metrics. • Experience working across B2B and/or B2C campaigns, ideally within regulated sectors. • Previous people management experience, with a passion for supporting and developing others. • A commercially minded, organised and collaborative approach, with the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Wilmington plc is a dynamic and expanding group of companies with a common aim turning knowledge into advantage. We provide information and training to professional business markets within the Risk & Compliance, Finance, Legal and Insight sectors. Our businesses enable professionals and their organisations to perform better by providing quality, relevant and reliable information, education and knowledge. We share ideas and successes across the group, harness shared resources and focus on our customers needs. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!

Would you like to be part of a growing business, making a positive HR impact? If so, we have an excellent opportunity that may be of interest! Liberty Recruitment Group are delighted to be working exclusively with a fantastic organisation in the search for an experienced HR Advisor to join their busy People Team. This is a genuinely varied and hands-on role where no two days will be the same. Reporting to the Head of HR, you ll provide end-to-end HR support across the Group, balancing day-to-day HR administration with more complex ER, HR projects and systems development. Based in Segensworth, this is a full-time, office-based position with a salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience, plus a 10% bonus. What you ll do: Provide end-to-end HR support across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to offboarding. Act as a key point of contact for ER matters, supporting managers with performance, absence and probation processes. Provide practical guidance on HR policies, procedures and UK employment legislation. Assist with wellbeing, engagement and company initiatives. Support the implementation of new HR systems and continuous improvement projects. Maintain accurate HR systems, records and documentation. Support payroll administration, including salary, holiday, sickness and leaver calculations. Manage benefits administration and maintain training and compliance records. Support audits and provide general HR assistance across the Group as required. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in a broad HR Advisor or generalist HR role. Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and the ability to apply it pragmatically. Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with confidence working with spreadsheets, metrics and HR calculations. Exceptional attention to detail and a highly organised approach. Experience handling sensitive employee matters with discretion, professionalism and a human-centred approach. The ability to balance commercial considerations with a positive employee experience. CIPD Level 5 would be highly beneficial. Experience with Rippling and/or Workday would be advantageous. Benefits: 24 days holiday (increases with service) + birthday + bank holidays Free on-site gym and hairdressers Free breakfast, lunch, snacks and coffee 24/7 Doctors advice Bupa health and Dental cover after 1 years service Plus more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group.

Finance Manager Education for Industry Group Full-Time Permanent Location: FRA Academy: Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE About EFI Group EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence. About the role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join the EFI Group. In this role, you will lead and develop the Finance team, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, accurate and customer-focused finance service across the organisation. This is a varied and hands-on role, with responsibility for month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and the coordination of the annual audit. You will work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders, providing financial insight and support to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to lead key finance activities, develop and mentor team members, influence process improvements and contribute to the strategic development of the Finance function and wider organisation. The successful candidate will bring strong financial accounting experience, leadership skills and a collaborative approach to building relationships, developing teams and enhancing processes. Experience of Sage Intacct or a similar integrated finance system would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to combine hands-on financial management with team leadership, while making a meaningful contribution to the continued success of the EFI Group. About you Qualifications: Educated to A Level standard or equivalent, preferably in Maths, Accounting or a related discipline, with GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above). A CCAB qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ACA), or studying towards one, would be advantageous. Experience: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role, including team leadership, financial reporting and month-end processes. Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls and computerised accounting systems. Experience of Sage Intacct would be advantageous. Skills: Strong financial, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage workloads, build stakeholder relationships and lead a team effectively. Values: A proactive, collaborative and professional approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering a high-quality service. If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further. Why The EFI? We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including: Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD. Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave. Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme. Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future. To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here. Salary: From £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience How to apply/Next Steps: Click 'Apply for this job' to submit your application. Closing Date: 8am on Thursday, 3 September 2026. Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews will take place on 10-11 September 2026 in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE More Information/Contact us: Click here to download a full job description For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA, LCBT websites and refer to the job description. Please contact for further information. The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.

Are you a dynamic procurement leader ready to drive strategic value, compliance, and continuous improvement across a forward-thinking housing group? This role heads up the procurement function, manages a team of four, with the mission to develop and embed a high-performing contract management culture. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Finance & Treasury, you will take overall ownership of the procurement and insurance strategies for the organisation. You will guide the organisation through the evolving public sector landscape, ensuring value for money, compliance with the Procurement Regulations 2024, and seamless execution across all spend thresholds. This role is based out of the HQ at Chatham, Kent with some options for home working. Salary circa £70-75,000 plus excellent benefits package that includes generous holiday allowance. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver robust procurement, insurance, and contract management strategies across the business. Lead, mentor, and empower a team of 4 direct reports. Present key tender strategies to the leadership team and the Board. Oversee purchase-to-pay systems, internal controls, and procurement training. Drive service improvements, complaint resolutions, and continuous learning. What You ll Bring Qualifications: MCIPS (fully or part-qualified) or equivalent qualification. Experience: Proven leadership within a public or regulated procurement environment. Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, deep knowledge of the Procurement Regulations 2024, and exceptional stakeholder management skills. Leadership: A persuasive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to motivate teams and navigate complex priorities. Help us deliver quality homes and services across Kent communities while driving meaningful change and innovation in procurement activities. Apply today to shape the future of procurement!

Finance Manager Education for Industry Group Full-Time Permanent Location: FRA Academy: Electra House - London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE About EFI Group EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence. About the role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join the EFI Group. In this role, you will lead and develop the Finance team, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, accurate and customer-focused finance service across the organisation. This is a varied and hands-on role, with responsibility for month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and the coordination of the annual audit. You will work closely with budget holders and key stakeholders, providing financial insight and support to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to lead key finance activities, develop and mentor team members, influence process improvements and contribute to the strategic development of the Finance function and wider organisation. The successful candidate will bring strong financial accounting experience, leadership skills and a collaborative approach to building relationships, developing teams and enhancing processes. Experience of Sage Intacct or a similar integrated finance system would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to combine hands-on financial management with team leadership, while making a meaningful contribution to the continued success of the EFI Group. About you Qualifications: Educated to A Level standard or equivalent, preferably in Maths, Accounting or a related discipline, with GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above). A CCAB qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ACA), or studying towards one, would be advantageous. Experience: Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role, including team leadership, financial reporting and month-end processes. Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls and computerised accounting systems. Experience of Sage Intacct would be advantageous. Skills: Strong financial, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage workloads, build stakeholder relationships and lead a team effectively. Values: A proactive, collaborative and professional approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering a high-quality service. If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further. Why The EFI? We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including: Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD. Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave. Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme. Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future. To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here. Salary: From £40,000 to £45,000 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience How to apply/Next Steps: Click 'Apply for this job' to submit your application. Closing Date: 8am on Thursday, 3 September 2026. Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews will take place on 10-11 September 2026 in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE More Information/Contact us: Click here to download a full job description For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA, LCBT websites and refer to the job description. Please contact for further information. The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer. Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.

Zenith are looking to recruit an experienced AI & Microsoft Training Specialist. In this role you will design, deliver and continuously improve high-impact learning experiences that drive measurable outcomes for learners and employer partners. Reporting to the Apprenticeship Manager, you will play a key role in delivering and enhancing AI and automation apprenticeship pathways, including: Level 3 AI Integration Digital Support Technician Level 4 AI & Automation Practitioner Within the role, you will work closely with the wider apprenticeship delivery team to ensure high-quality teaching, learning and assessment. You will enable learners and employers to adopt Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio and AI-driven ways of working, translating technical capability into practical, real-world impact. Responsibilities AI Programme & Apprenticeship Delivery: Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across AI and digital apprenticeship programmes Embed Microsoft Copilot and AI tools into apprenticeship delivery and learner activities Support learners through their full journey, including onboarding, progression and preparation for end-point assessment Maintain a strong focus on learner outcomes, achievement and progression Curriculum & Content Development: Design and develop engaging, industry-relevant learning content aligned to apprenticeship standards Create blended learning materials (workshops, digital modules, video content and practical labs) Integrate training on: Microsoft 365 productivity tools Microsoft Copilot (prompting, workplace use cases, productivity gains) Copilot Studio (introductory automation and solution building) Continuously improve content based on learner feedback, employer input and performance data Training Delivery & Facilitation: Deliver training across multiple formats including: Classroom-based sessions Virtual delivery (Microsoft Teams) 1:1 and small group coaching Facilitate hands-on learning experiences that enable learners to: Apply Microsoft tools effectively in their roles Use Copilot to improve productivity Build simple solutions using Copilot Studio Adapt delivery style to meet the needs of different learner and employer audiences AI Adoption & Workplace Application: Support employers to embed AI tools into business processes Deliver practical training on: Prompt engineering fundamentals Workflow optimisation using AI Automation opportunities through Copilot Studio and related tools Promote responsible AI use, including governance, data protection and ethical considerations Learner Support & Progress Monitoring: Track learner progress and provide timely support and feedback Conduct regular reviews to ensure learners remain on track Identify and address barriers to learning and achievement Support safeguarding and wellbeing in line with organisational policies Stakeholder & Employer Engagement: Build strong working relationships with employer partners Support training needs analysis to identify digital and AI capability gaps Provide guidance to employers on skills development and AI adoption Work collaboratively with business development and curriculum teams Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintain accurate learner records in line with ESFA funding rules Ensure delivery meets Ofsted quality standards Participate in internal quality assurance processes and audits Contribute to continuous improvement across apprenticeship provision Professional Development & Innovation: Stay up to date with developments in Microsoft technologies, AI and automation Continuously enhance your own knowledge and delivery capability Contribute to the development of new AI and digital training programmes Act as an advocate for innovation within the Apprenticeships team Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Essential Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience) Experience delivering training within apprenticeships or workforce development Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Understanding of Microsoft Copilot and its application in workplace productivity Experience supporting learners to achieve structured learning outcomes Strong communication, facilitation and coaching skills Ability to manage workload independently and meet delivery targets Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills Adaptable, proactive and solution-focused approach Desirable Experience delivering AI or digital apprenticeship standards Experience with Copilot Studio or Power Platform tools Understanding of prompt engineering and AI adoption Knowledge of automation tools and workflow design Awareness of apprenticeship funding and compliance requirements Teaching or training qualification (e.g. AET, CET, DET) Relevant Microsoft certifications Personal Attributes Passionate about digital skills, AI and workforce development Learner-focused with a commitment to high-quality outcomes Innovative and forward-thinking Strong attention to detail and quality Resilient and adaptable Committed to continuous improvement Role Requirements Based in the North East of England Office-based role with delivery across employer sites Full UK driving licence Access to own vehicle Willingness to travel across the region and occasionally nationally

Job Description Sysco (whose UK operating companies include Brakes, Fresh Direct, KFF & Medina) are currently recruiting a people-focused and engaging HR Partner to join our HR team on a permanent basis . Reporting to the HR Business Partner, this role partners closely with site leadership teams to deliver a proactive HR service that supports business performance, colleague engagement and organisational growth. As an HR Partner, you will provide expert guidance and coaching to managers across all aspects of people management. You will use people data and insights to identify trends, improve retention and attendance, support talent development and ensure a positive employee experience. Working alongside HR Centres of Excellence, you will help deliver key people initiatives across the full employee lifecycle. This role is offering an on-site working contract at our Tamworth site with the potential of 1 day per week working from home , therefore candidates should be within a commutable distance. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Lead, develop and deliver people projects and initiatives aligned to the Sysco GB and Supply Chain & Operations People Plan. Partner, coach and challenge leaders on all aspects of people management to achieve successful business outcomes. Support and embed the full employee lifecycle in partnership with HR Centres of Excellence. Use people data and insights to identify trends, highlight opportunities and recommend solutions. Support recruitment activities, ensuring we attract colleagues with the right skills, behaviours and values. Ensure an effective and consistent onboarding experience for new colleagues and line managers. Support the implementation of talent and development programmes to build leadership capability. Facilitate talent management and succession planning activities to strengthen talent pipelines and support colleague development. Drive a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Support line managers with complex employee relations matters, ensuring a fair and consistent approach. Analyse retention and absence data, implementing plans to reduce attrition and improve attendance. Support the delivery of change and improvement initiatives in line with best practice. Drive colleague engagement through listening groups, engagement action plans and communication forums. Manage HR and Payroll Administration resources where applicable, ensuring compliance with HR processes and GDPR requirements. About You: You'll have a strong HR generalist background, with up-to-date employment law knowledge, experience of working in a unionised environment and experience supporting managers in a fast-paced operational environment. You will be confident coaching and influencing stakeholders, managing employee relations matters and using people data to drive business decisions. We're looking for someone who is commercially aware, highly organised and passionate about creating positive colleague experiences. You will be comfortable working collaboratively across functions and supporting change, engagement, talent and performance initiatives. You will ideally have: Ideally, you will hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification or be working towards it; however, significant relevant HR experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualification Good knowledge of employment law and employee relations. Experience of working within a unionised environment Experience coaching and supporting managers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience supporting talent, engagement and change initiatives. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional looking to further develop their business partnering skills and make a real impact across engagement, retention, performance, development and organisational change.

ROLE TITLE: Defect Manager LOCATION: Remote UK CLEARANCE: Must have 5 years continuous UK residency. The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure a Quality/ Test Engineer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is very personal, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: You will be responsible for developing and maintaining DataStage pipelines, using your expertise in data integration and manipulation to transform data from the source into the IBM MAS target model. This role supports a confidential MOD project and requires strong technical delivery, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Role Summary We are seeking a detail-focused and highly organised Defect Manager / Quality Test Engineer to take ownership of the full defect lifecycle for bugs identified during CDS release activity and continuous non-functional testing. You will work closely with programme stakeholders, delivery teams, and senior leaders to drive defects to resolution, maintain visibility of progress, and support the delivery of a high-performing CDS platform.lancashiregroup+1 Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end defect lifecycle from logging through to closure. Triage, track, progress, and escalate defects across multiple delivery teams and stakeholders. Maintain accurate defect records, status updates, and supporting evidence. Produce clear defect reports, metrics, and trend updates for stakeholders and senior management. Coordinate with development, testing, and delivery teams to ensure timely resolution. Support non-functional testing activities by tracking and managing defects raised during test cycles. Build and maintain strong working relationships across programme and technical teams. Escalate risks, blockers, and overdue defects promptly. Contribute to continuous improvement of defect management processes and reporting standards.lancashiregroup+1 Essential Skills and Experience Strong experience in defect management, QA, test, or quality engineering roles. Proven ability to manage the full defect lifecycle in a structured delivery environment. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including confidence engaging senior stakeholders. Strong reporting and documentation skills, with attention to detail. Ability to prioritise and progress multiple defects simultaneously. Good understanding of test environments, defect triage, and issue escalation. Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across delivery and technical teams. Experience in release, test, or non-functional testing environments would be beneficial.ddat-capability-framework+2 Desirable Skills Experience supporting large-scale programme releases. Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar. Understanding of quality assurance, test governance, and root cause analysis. Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments. Benefits Include: Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Program Medical and Dental cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave Sick pay Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Summary: Reporting to the Financial Performance Manager, you will serve as a supporting Project Accountant for our senior programme and delivery manager teams. In this role, you will take ownership of tracking and managing the costs of major projects and capital enhancement schemes. By collaborating closely with senior managers and project teams, you will monitor expenditure, conduct variance analysis, and deliver proactive solutions to optimize financial management. Your work will directly help our teams manage their costs effectively and drive operational and financial efficiencies within a complex, evolving industry. Main responsibilities: Support financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes to align with corporate targets, internal controls and compliance with all regulatory standards. Provide financial analysis with insightful commentary to influence key business decisions, enhance operational efficiency and optimise financial performance across the business. Track and analyse financial key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, supporting insights that drive accountability and continuous improvement. Support value creation by providing financial and commercial support during contract negotiations and the execution of commercial deliverables. Help develop full project financial lifecycle plans and providing synergy solutions between initiatives. Help support the costing and valuing of SoWs and raising subsequent Purchase Orders in collaboration with project managers, procurement, and external suppliers to effectively manage costs. Support key business transformation initiatives, including digital and automation projects, to enhance reporting capabilities and operational financial efficiency. Act as a trusted financial advisor to senior management and cross-functional teams, translating complex financial data into manageable financial actions. Ensure the integrity of financial data and systems by maintaining a robust internal controls framework, and ensure strict compliance with all regulatory and accounting standards. Help maintain meticulous records, managing the invoice query process and ensuring accurate cost coding. Proactively collaborate with internal and external auditors to manage and mitigate financial risks, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all financial reporting. Advise and educate the finance team and wider business, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth. Supporting the finance team in adapting processes with new tools & technology to optimise and drive productive ways of working. Elevate the organisation's financial acumen by helping to design and deliver targeted training programs. You'll need: Skills / Qualifications / Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting & Finance,Part-Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or Qualified by Experience. Demonstrable experience within large capital programmes, managing and tracking the benefits of enhancement infrastructure delivery and applying capitalisation rules. Good understanding and knowledge of IAS 16 amp; IAS 38 pertaining to the recognition, measurement and disclosure of assets in financial statements. Knowledge of IT/OT Convergence projects The ability to review financial data, conduct in-depth variance analysis and leverage expertise in tools like Workday Finance with advanced Excel (and Google Sheets) to translate and present large datasets into clear actionable business insights for senior project amp; programme managers. Good verbal and written communication skills to present financial information with authority and confidence, enabling you to clearly and simply convey key variance commentary that is transparent for senior leaders. The ability to ensure budget compliance via strong reporting and analytical skills. Tracking actual costs against forecasts whilst providing potential solutions for savings and identifying any potential overspends. The ability to monitor and control costs and to anticipate future challenges and opportunities and develop a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to solve complex problems and navigate ambiguity whilst ensuring that your client group is kept informed, involved and supported in their projects. An ability to build strong relationships, influence key stakeholders and negotiate effectively without direct authority, acting as a trusted project advisor to the programme management office. The ability to support the delivery of projects, including finance transformation, finance process improvement initiatives and system implementations, by helping to support and drive the change. Support major project initiatives and/or enhancement schemes, helping to track and follow up on cost saving initiatives. An understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to help identify and implement process improvements that drive financial efficiency. Experience in a junior cost controller role, driving key business decisions and influencing the optimisation of financial performance. An ability to support end-to-end financial planning cycles, including annual budgeting and rolling month forecasts with variance analysis. Experience in supporting projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs, including multiple process improvement initiatives. An ability to ensure compliance with procurement processes and helping to manage vendor invoices within tolerance levels. An ability to collaborate and synergize within the department whilst supporting a high-performance culture across the programmes. Grow a career with a meaningful purpose. We know the communities we serve are diverse. We recognise creativity comes from diversity not similarity. That's why we are enthusiastic about creating inclusion across age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion and identity. You will experience our dedication to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all: through your recruitment, employment and career progression with South East Water. Benefits package: Excellent Stakeholder pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution. 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service. Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave. Paid volunteering days. Cycle to work scheme. Health cash plan. Life assurance. Wellbeing related benefits. What can you expect from your recruitment? To apply for this position, please submit your CV on our career's website. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with South East Water. Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply now! South East Water kindly asks that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs to our employees or associates without explicit invitation from our HR Resourcing team. CVs sent on a speculative basis will not be acknowledged and will not assume any responsibility for fees or commissions in the event that we hire a candidate who applied directly or subsequently introduced by an instructed agency. Compensation package: £45,000 - £55,000 p.a. (dependent on experience)