Your new company Seeking a Payroll Manager to join a global manufacturing organisation in South Oxfordshire. You will take responsibility for the accurate and compliant delivery of seven UK payrolls. Managing a team of four payroll professionals, you will provide leadership, development and technical expertise whilst driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the payroll function. Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (37.hours per week)Fully office-based Your new role Assist in the delivery of end-to-end monthly UK & EMEA payrolls for c.500 employees across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Process and review all payroll inputs, including salary adjustments, overtime, bonuses, deductions, pensions, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. Review and validate payroll data through detailed reconciliations, variance analysis, and control account balancing. Produce payroll-related reports, journals, and support financial control processes. Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation, including HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, and annual processes such as P60s and P11Ds. Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, ensuring robust audit trails and data integrity across payroll systems (e.g. ADP, Sage, Workday, SAP). Contribute to payroll system enhancements, upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance to payroll team members. Deputy to the Payroll Manager, supporting the oversight and smooth running of payroll operations when required. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this opportunity, previous payroll management experience is essential.You will ideally possess: Significant experience leading an in-house payroll function Previous people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a payroll team Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Experience managing payroll controls, reconciliations and audit processes A proven track record of payroll process improvement and change management Strong systems experience, ideally including ERP, payroll and HR platforms Excellent Excel and data analysis skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive and hands-on leadership style Degree-level education and/or CIPP qualification, or equivalent payroll experience What you'll get in return Salary offered: £54,000 - £64,000 (Based on experience) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Performance-based bonus up to 15% Pension scheme Flexible start and finish times Private medical care Free on-site parking Access to training programmes. Study support is considered on a case-by-case basis. On-site company gym & social events. The opportunity to lead a critical business function and shape future payroll improvements If you're an experienced Payroll Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Your new company Seeking a Payroll Manager to join a global manufacturing organisation in South Oxfordshire. You will take responsibility for the accurate and compliant delivery of seven UK payrolls. Managing a team of four payroll professionals, you will provide leadership, development and technical expertise whilst driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the payroll function. Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (37.hours per week)Fully office-based Your new role Assist in the delivery of end-to-end monthly UK & EMEA payrolls for c.500 employees across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Process and review all payroll inputs, including salary adjustments, overtime, bonuses, deductions, pensions, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. Review and validate payroll data through detailed reconciliations, variance analysis, and control account balancing. Produce payroll-related reports, journals, and support financial control processes. Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation, including HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, and annual processes such as P60s and P11Ds. Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, ensuring robust audit trails and data integrity across payroll systems (e.g. ADP, Sage, Workday, SAP). Contribute to payroll system enhancements, upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance to payroll team members. Deputy to the Payroll Manager, supporting the oversight and smooth running of payroll operations when required. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this opportunity, previous payroll management experience is essential.You will ideally possess: Significant experience leading an in-house payroll function Previous people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a payroll team Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Experience managing payroll controls, reconciliations and audit processes A proven track record of payroll process improvement and change management Strong systems experience, ideally including ERP, payroll and HR platforms Excellent Excel and data analysis skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive and hands-on leadership style Degree-level education and/or CIPP qualification, or equivalent payroll experience What you'll get in return Salary offered: £54,000 - £64,000 (Based on experience) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Performance-based bonus up to 15% Pension scheme Flexible start and finish times Private medical care Free on-site parking Access to training programmes. Study support is considered on a case-by-case basis. On-site company gym & social events. The opportunity to lead a critical business function and shape future payroll improvements If you're an experienced Payroll Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Role Title: Workday Consultant Duration: contract to run until 01/03/2027 Location: Manchester/Inverness. Fully onsite 5 days per week Rate: up to £736 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose/summary Core HCM Workday Integration Learning Talent and Performance Absence Compensation (inc. Advanced Compensation) Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Peakon Journeys Extend Your Role As a Senior Workday Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to our clients, leading the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday solutions across key HR processes. You will take ownership of complex functional and technical topics, guide junior consultants, and drive continuous improvements within Workday environments. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders, lead workshops, and ensure high-quality delivery across all project stages. Your Project Become a part of a team of over 300 Workday specialists. We combine deep technological expertise with strategic business consulting, delivering innovative solutions to global enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies. Working across diverse industries, we support our clients in achieving their business transformation goals. Your Tasks Provide guidance on the Workday platform and lead key implementation and enhancement initiatives. Prepare, lead, and facilitate advanced workshops with business and technical stakeholders. Configure, test, validate, and document Workday solutions across multiple functional areas. Analyze clients' HR processes, propose optimization strategies, and design scalable Workday improvements. Conduct training sessions for end-users and internal teams, ensuring knowledge transfer. Identify and resolve complex technical and functional issues in collaboration with the team. Act as a mentor for junior consultants, supporting their development and reviewing their work. Manage incidents, service requests, and changes through ServiceNow or other ITIL-aligned service management platforms. Your Profile Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Workday Consultant, with expertise in modules such as HRIS, LMS, or Performance Appraisal. Mandatory: Workday Core HCM certification (additional Workday certifications are highly desirable). Deep understanding of HR processes and HR systems, with hands-on experience in Workday configuration. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with capability to handle complex requirements. Experience leading workshops, managing stakeholders, and driving solution design. Ability to work independently while providing guidance to junior colleagues. Excellent communication skills in English. Hour of service are 07:00 to 19:00 and team will operate separate shifts to cover this period. On-call support for P1 incidents will be shared across the support team. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 11, 2026
Contractor
Role Title: Workday Consultant Duration: contract to run until 01/03/2027 Location: Manchester/Inverness. Fully onsite 5 days per week Rate: up to £736 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose/summary Core HCM Workday Integration Learning Talent and Performance Absence Compensation (inc. Advanced Compensation) Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Peakon Journeys Extend Your Role As a Senior Workday Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to our clients, leading the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday solutions across key HR processes. You will take ownership of complex functional and technical topics, guide junior consultants, and drive continuous improvements within Workday environments. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders, lead workshops, and ensure high-quality delivery across all project stages. Your Project Become a part of a team of over 300 Workday specialists. We combine deep technological expertise with strategic business consulting, delivering innovative solutions to global enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies. Working across diverse industries, we support our clients in achieving their business transformation goals. Your Tasks Provide guidance on the Workday platform and lead key implementation and enhancement initiatives. Prepare, lead, and facilitate advanced workshops with business and technical stakeholders. Configure, test, validate, and document Workday solutions across multiple functional areas. Analyze clients' HR processes, propose optimization strategies, and design scalable Workday improvements. Conduct training sessions for end-users and internal teams, ensuring knowledge transfer. Identify and resolve complex technical and functional issues in collaboration with the team. Act as a mentor for junior consultants, supporting their development and reviewing their work. Manage incidents, service requests, and changes through ServiceNow or other ITIL-aligned service management platforms. Your Profile Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Workday Consultant, with expertise in modules such as HRIS, LMS, or Performance Appraisal. Mandatory: Workday Core HCM certification (additional Workday certifications are highly desirable). Deep understanding of HR processes and HR systems, with hands-on experience in Workday configuration. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with capability to handle complex requirements. Experience leading workshops, managing stakeholders, and driving solution design. Ability to work independently while providing guidance to junior colleagues. Excellent communication skills in English. Hour of service are 07:00 to 19:00 and team will operate separate shifts to cover this period. On-call support for P1 incidents will be shared across the support team. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role: Workday Consultant Location: Manchester or Inverness - 5 days per week mandatory Duration: 01/03/2027 Rate:716GBP/Day(Inside IR35) Job Description: Modules in scope Core HCM Workday Integration Learning Talent and Performance Absence Compensation (inc. Advanced Compensation) Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Peakon Journeys Extend Your Role As a Senior Workday Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to our clients, leading the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday solutions across key HR processes. You will take ownership of complex functional and technical topics, guide junior consultants, and drive continuous improvements within Workday environments. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders, lead workshops, and ensure high-quality delivery across all project stages. Your Project Become a part of a team of over 300 Workday specialists. We combine deep technological expertise with strategic business consulting, delivering innovative solutions to global enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies. Working across diverse industries, we support our clients in achieving their business transformation goals. Your Tasks Provide guidance on the Workday platform and lead key implementation and enhancement initiatives. Prepare, lead, and facilitate advanced workshops with business and technical stakeholders. Configure, test, validate, and document Workday solutions across multiple functional areas. Analyze clients' HR processes, propose optimization strategies, and design scalable Workday improvements. Conduct training sessions for end-users and internal teams, ensuring knowledge transfer. Identify and resolve complex technical and functional issues in collaboration with the team. Act as a mentor for junior consultants, supporting their development and reviewing their work. Manage incidents, service requests, and changes through ServiceNow or other ITIL-aligned service management platforms. Your Profile Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Workday Consultant, with expertise in modules such as HRIS, LMS, or Performance Appraisal. Mandatory: Workday Core HCM certification (additional Workday certifications are highly desirable). Deep understanding of HR processes and HR systems, with hands-on experience in Workday configuration. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with capability to handle complex requirements. Experience leading workshops, managing stakeholders, and driving solution design. Ability to work independently while providing guidance to junior colleagues. Excellent communication skills in English. Availability to work onsite at client office in Manchester or Inverness. Hour of service are 07:00 to 19:00 and team will operate separate shifts to cover this period. On-call support for P1 incidents will be shared across the support team. If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Aug 11, 2026
Contractor
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you. Role: Workday Consultant Location: Manchester or Inverness - 5 days per week mandatory Duration: 01/03/2027 Rate:716GBP/Day(Inside IR35) Job Description: Modules in scope Core HCM Workday Integration Learning Talent and Performance Absence Compensation (inc. Advanced Compensation) Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Peakon Journeys Extend Your Role As a Senior Workday Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to our clients, leading the design, implementation, and optimization of Workday solutions across key HR processes. You will take ownership of complex functional and technical topics, guide junior consultants, and drive continuous improvements within Workday environments. In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders, lead workshops, and ensure high-quality delivery across all project stages. Your Project Become a part of a team of over 300 Workday specialists. We combine deep technological expertise with strategic business consulting, delivering innovative solutions to global enterprises, including Fortune 500 companies. Working across diverse industries, we support our clients in achieving their business transformation goals. Your Tasks Provide guidance on the Workday platform and lead key implementation and enhancement initiatives. Prepare, lead, and facilitate advanced workshops with business and technical stakeholders. Configure, test, validate, and document Workday solutions across multiple functional areas. Analyze clients' HR processes, propose optimization strategies, and design scalable Workday improvements. Conduct training sessions for end-users and internal teams, ensuring knowledge transfer. Identify and resolve complex technical and functional issues in collaboration with the team. Act as a mentor for junior consultants, supporting their development and reviewing their work. Manage incidents, service requests, and changes through ServiceNow or other ITIL-aligned service management platforms. Your Profile Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Workday Consultant, with expertise in modules such as HRIS, LMS, or Performance Appraisal. Mandatory: Workday Core HCM certification (additional Workday certifications are highly desirable). Deep understanding of HR processes and HR systems, with hands-on experience in Workday configuration. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with capability to handle complex requirements. Experience leading workshops, managing stakeholders, and driving solution design. Ability to work independently while providing guidance to junior colleagues. Excellent communication skills in English. Availability to work onsite at client office in Manchester or Inverness. Hour of service are 07:00 to 19:00 and team will operate separate shifts to cover this period. On-call support for P1 incidents will be shared across the support team. If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
Director of Applications London Hybrid £ Role Summary The client's Digital function exists to enable the client's global mission by ensuring our people have the platforms, applications and engineering capability to operate effectively at scale. Following a period of foundational delivery, including Cyber Essentials+ certification, a live SOC, Salesforce as our CRM platform, stabilisation of our Workday investment, and building our data warehouse foundations, Digital is moving into a phase focused on platform maturity, AI-enabled operations and engineering excellence. The Director of Applications is a new, senior role accountable for the availability, configuration and ongoing evolution of the client's core business platforms: Salesforce, Workday, and Microsoft 365 / Azure, together with the engineering practice, AI platform operations and platform-level roadmaps that underpin them. Reporting to the CTO, this role leads the Applications function, owns the platform Centre of Excellence, and translates business needs into delivered platform capability. You will have deep expertise in SaaS platforms, modern engineering practice (CI/CD, source control, environment and release management, test automation) and the operational realities of running mission-critical systems globally, working closely with the CTO, Head of Digital Transformation & Performance, Enterprise Architect, Director of Security & Compliance, and platform leads. Key Responsibilities Platform Leadership Accountable for availability, configuration and management of the client's three strategic platforms: Salesforce, Workday, and Microsoft 365 / Azure Own platform-level roadmaps enabling delivery of the Digital Roadmap, with the Digital Leadership Team and Platform Leads Establish and lead the platform Centre of Excellence and internal community across platform leads and developers Line management responsibility for the Build team Engineering Practice Own engineering practice: source control/repo governance (GitHub, Salesforce via Gearset), CI/CD, environment management, release management, test strategy/automation Define and enforce technical execution standards for releases, distinct from change control approval Define and lead engineering standards, architectural patterns and Infrastructure as Code AI Platform Operations Accountable for operational availability of internal AI platforms (Claude, Agentforce, AI assistants) and AI consumption cost/budget management Own AI usage monitoring: drift, hallucination and misuse pattern detection, with the Director of Security & Compliance Provide the operational foundation for Agentic AI and Generative AI capability pillars Capacity & Observability Own scaling, rightsizing and optimisation of cloud and SaaS resources Own application monitoring, alerting and on-call response for in-scope platforms Lead cross-platform test strategy and quality standards Cross-Functional Working Translate business needs (Digital Roadmap) into platform-level delivery (Platform Roadmaps) Partner on identity, access, secret management and DevSecOps practices in CI/CD Partner with the Enterprise Architect on technical decisions and integration patterns Support the CTO with investment cases, vendor negotiation and executive reporting Person Specification Significant senior leadership experience running enterprise application functions globally Deep expertise in at least two of: Salesforce, Workday, Microsoft 365/Azure or AWS (configuration, integration, governance, licensing, support) Experience embedding CI/CD, source control governance, environment/release management, automated testing in a SaaS-heavy environment Track record building and running Centres of Excellence around major platforms Experience operationalising AI platforms and managing AI consumption cost is a strong advantage Strong understanding of how applications-layer decisions intersect with security, identity, data and architecture Experience managing technical leads and platform specialists, with a track record of developing them Comfortable operating at executive level on investment cases and roadmap trade-offs Pragmatic and delivery-oriented; able to defend decisions on engineering investment Open, progressive, bold and pragmatic - an optimistic changemaker aligned with the client's core beliefs Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Director of Applications London Hybrid £ Role Summary The client's Digital function exists to enable the client's global mission by ensuring our people have the platforms, applications and engineering capability to operate effectively at scale. Following a period of foundational delivery, including Cyber Essentials+ certification, a live SOC, Salesforce as our CRM platform, stabilisation of our Workday investment, and building our data warehouse foundations, Digital is moving into a phase focused on platform maturity, AI-enabled operations and engineering excellence. The Director of Applications is a new, senior role accountable for the availability, configuration and ongoing evolution of the client's core business platforms: Salesforce, Workday, and Microsoft 365 / Azure, together with the engineering practice, AI platform operations and platform-level roadmaps that underpin them. Reporting to the CTO, this role leads the Applications function, owns the platform Centre of Excellence, and translates business needs into delivered platform capability. You will have deep expertise in SaaS platforms, modern engineering practice (CI/CD, source control, environment and release management, test automation) and the operational realities of running mission-critical systems globally, working closely with the CTO, Head of Digital Transformation & Performance, Enterprise Architect, Director of Security & Compliance, and platform leads. Key Responsibilities Platform Leadership Accountable for availability, configuration and management of the client's three strategic platforms: Salesforce, Workday, and Microsoft 365 / Azure Own platform-level roadmaps enabling delivery of the Digital Roadmap, with the Digital Leadership Team and Platform Leads Establish and lead the platform Centre of Excellence and internal community across platform leads and developers Line management responsibility for the Build team Engineering Practice Own engineering practice: source control/repo governance (GitHub, Salesforce via Gearset), CI/CD, environment management, release management, test strategy/automation Define and enforce technical execution standards for releases, distinct from change control approval Define and lead engineering standards, architectural patterns and Infrastructure as Code AI Platform Operations Accountable for operational availability of internal AI platforms (Claude, Agentforce, AI assistants) and AI consumption cost/budget management Own AI usage monitoring: drift, hallucination and misuse pattern detection, with the Director of Security & Compliance Provide the operational foundation for Agentic AI and Generative AI capability pillars Capacity & Observability Own scaling, rightsizing and optimisation of cloud and SaaS resources Own application monitoring, alerting and on-call response for in-scope platforms Lead cross-platform test strategy and quality standards Cross-Functional Working Translate business needs (Digital Roadmap) into platform-level delivery (Platform Roadmaps) Partner on identity, access, secret management and DevSecOps practices in CI/CD Partner with the Enterprise Architect on technical decisions and integration patterns Support the CTO with investment cases, vendor negotiation and executive reporting Person Specification Significant senior leadership experience running enterprise application functions globally Deep expertise in at least two of: Salesforce, Workday, Microsoft 365/Azure or AWS (configuration, integration, governance, licensing, support) Experience embedding CI/CD, source control governance, environment/release management, automated testing in a SaaS-heavy environment Track record building and running Centres of Excellence around major platforms Experience operationalising AI platforms and managing AI consumption cost is a strong advantage Strong understanding of how applications-layer decisions intersect with security, identity, data and architecture Experience managing technical leads and platform specialists, with a track record of developing them Comfortable operating at executive level on investment cases and roadmap trade-offs Pragmatic and delivery-oriented; able to defend decisions on engineering investment Open, progressive, bold and pragmatic - an optimistic changemaker aligned with the client's core beliefs Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
We're looking for a Workday Financials Specialist to join our modern and approachable IT Applications team, based in Knightsbridge, Central London. This is a key role with genuine ownership of Workday Financials, working closely with Finance and senior leadership to ensure the platform is configured, reported on and used effectively across the business. You'll be joining an established, enthusiastic IT team that values practical delivery, collaboration and using technology to make a real difference. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your Workday expertise, get involved in process improvement and automation initiatives, and continue developing professionally in a supportive, forward thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Workday Financials Configuration & Support Manage, maintain and enhance the configuration of Workday Financials in line with best practice Act as a subject matter expert for Workday Financials, resolving queries and issues efficiently Proactively review existing configuration and recommend improvements to optimise system usage and performance Ensure system configuration supports business, financial and compliance requirements Reporting & Dashboards Design, build and maintain Workday Financials reports and dashboards Translate high level reporting requirements into accurate, clear and meaningful outputs Work closely with stakeholders to ensure reporting supports operational and strategic decision-making Maintain high levels of data integrity and consistency across all Workday Financials reporting Business Engagement & Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Finance teams, including Accounts Payable and management accountants, to support effective use of Workday Financials Provide practical guidance on system capability, reporting and best practice Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Finance and the wider leadership team Communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders Training & Knowledge Transfer Support and guide Finance users with varying levels of system experience Deliver Workday training to colleagues outside Finance and support their effective use of the system Contribute to documentation and user guidance where appropriate Integrations (Collaborative Involvement) Work closely with the team member responsible for Workday integrations, particularly financial integrations Provide functional input into integration design, testing and issue resolution Develop sufficient understanding of integrations to support end to end Financials processes Act as a liaison between IT, Finance and integration partners as required Continuous Improvement & Innovation Contribute to the ongoing development of the Workday Financials roadmap Support initiatives focused on process improvement and automation within Finance Contribute to emerging areas such as Accounts Payable automation and the use of AI-enabled tools Engage with the organisation's Workday support partner where appropriate, while retaining ownership of recommendations and issue resolution General Stay up to date with Workday Financials releases and best practice Participate in testing, change and release activities Provide occasional out-of-hours support when required to meet business needs or support key system activity Knowledge and Skills: Essential Proven experience working with Workday Financials in a configuration and support capacity Strong understanding of core accounting principles and how they are implemented within Workday Financials Strong experience in Workday Financials reporting methods, including dashboards Ability to translate high level business requirements into practical system and reporting solutions Strong analytical and problem solving skills Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with Finance and senior stakeholders Desirable Exposure to, or working knowledge of, Workday Financials integrations Experience of customer and intercompany billing within Workday Financials Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-country financial environments Exposure to the Workday security model and how it is implemented within Workday Financials Exposure to French accounting environments (useful but not essential) Workday Pro certifications (Financials and/or Reporting) Experience contributing to Finance process automation initiatives
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Workday Financials Specialist to join our modern and approachable IT Applications team, based in Knightsbridge, Central London. This is a key role with genuine ownership of Workday Financials, working closely with Finance and senior leadership to ensure the platform is configured, reported on and used effectively across the business. You'll be joining an established, enthusiastic IT team that values practical delivery, collaboration and using technology to make a real difference. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your Workday expertise, get involved in process improvement and automation initiatives, and continue developing professionally in a supportive, forward thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Workday Financials Configuration & Support Manage, maintain and enhance the configuration of Workday Financials in line with best practice Act as a subject matter expert for Workday Financials, resolving queries and issues efficiently Proactively review existing configuration and recommend improvements to optimise system usage and performance Ensure system configuration supports business, financial and compliance requirements Reporting & Dashboards Design, build and maintain Workday Financials reports and dashboards Translate high level reporting requirements into accurate, clear and meaningful outputs Work closely with stakeholders to ensure reporting supports operational and strategic decision-making Maintain high levels of data integrity and consistency across all Workday Financials reporting Business Engagement & Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Finance teams, including Accounts Payable and management accountants, to support effective use of Workday Financials Provide practical guidance on system capability, reporting and best practice Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Finance and the wider leadership team Communicate clearly with both technical and non technical stakeholders Training & Knowledge Transfer Support and guide Finance users with varying levels of system experience Deliver Workday training to colleagues outside Finance and support their effective use of the system Contribute to documentation and user guidance where appropriate Integrations (Collaborative Involvement) Work closely with the team member responsible for Workday integrations, particularly financial integrations Provide functional input into integration design, testing and issue resolution Develop sufficient understanding of integrations to support end to end Financials processes Act as a liaison between IT, Finance and integration partners as required Continuous Improvement & Innovation Contribute to the ongoing development of the Workday Financials roadmap Support initiatives focused on process improvement and automation within Finance Contribute to emerging areas such as Accounts Payable automation and the use of AI-enabled tools Engage with the organisation's Workday support partner where appropriate, while retaining ownership of recommendations and issue resolution General Stay up to date with Workday Financials releases and best practice Participate in testing, change and release activities Provide occasional out-of-hours support when required to meet business needs or support key system activity Knowledge and Skills: Essential Proven experience working with Workday Financials in a configuration and support capacity Strong understanding of core accounting principles and how they are implemented within Workday Financials Strong experience in Workday Financials reporting methods, including dashboards Ability to translate high level business requirements into practical system and reporting solutions Strong analytical and problem solving skills Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with Finance and senior stakeholders Desirable Exposure to, or working knowledge of, Workday Financials integrations Experience of customer and intercompany billing within Workday Financials Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-country financial environments Exposure to the Workday security model and how it is implemented within Workday Financials Exposure to French accounting environments (useful but not essential) Workday Pro certifications (Financials and/or Reporting) Experience contributing to Finance process automation initiatives
Payroll Transformation Lead Location: Wimbledon Salary: 45K - 52K Fixed-Term Contract 9 Months Full Time Benefits Opportunity to lead a high-profile payroll transformation programme Work with key stakeholders across HR, Payroll and wider business functions Play a pivotal role in delivering organisational change Supportive and collaborative working environment Immediate start available The Role As Payroll Transformation Lead, you will lead the transition to a new HR and Payroll platform, working closely with payroll, HR and key stakeholder groups to ensure a smooth implementation with minimal disruption to business operations. You will be responsible for establishing strong governance, maintaining data integrity, managing project delivery and ensuring payroll processes are fully compliant throughout the transformation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the discovery and analysis phase of the payroll transformation programme Review and design payroll processes, workflows and system configurations Support system implementation, migration and optimisation activities Coordinate testing activities, including UAT and quality assurance processes Ensure payroll data accuracy and integrity throughout the project lifecycle Drive stakeholder engagement and effective change management initiatives Provide regular project updates, reporting and governance oversight Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, statutory requirements and HMRC regulations Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies Support training and adoption of new processes and systems Requirements: Significant experience leading payroll transformation projects and HR/payroll system implementations Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory payments, pensions, reconciliations and HMRC compliance Experience working with HR and payroll platforms such as MHR, iTrent, SAP, Workday or Oracle Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience mapping processes and designing efficient payroll workflows Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities The ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and manage competing priorities Apply Now Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
Payroll Transformation Lead Location: Wimbledon Salary: 45K - 52K Fixed-Term Contract 9 Months Full Time Benefits Opportunity to lead a high-profile payroll transformation programme Work with key stakeholders across HR, Payroll and wider business functions Play a pivotal role in delivering organisational change Supportive and collaborative working environment Immediate start available The Role As Payroll Transformation Lead, you will lead the transition to a new HR and Payroll platform, working closely with payroll, HR and key stakeholder groups to ensure a smooth implementation with minimal disruption to business operations. You will be responsible for establishing strong governance, maintaining data integrity, managing project delivery and ensuring payroll processes are fully compliant throughout the transformation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the discovery and analysis phase of the payroll transformation programme Review and design payroll processes, workflows and system configurations Support system implementation, migration and optimisation activities Coordinate testing activities, including UAT and quality assurance processes Ensure payroll data accuracy and integrity throughout the project lifecycle Drive stakeholder engagement and effective change management initiatives Provide regular project updates, reporting and governance oversight Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, statutory requirements and HMRC regulations Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies Support training and adoption of new processes and systems Requirements: Significant experience leading payroll transformation projects and HR/payroll system implementations Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory payments, pensions, reconciliations and HMRC compliance Experience working with HR and payroll platforms such as MHR, iTrent, SAP, Workday or Oracle Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience mapping processes and designing efficient payroll workflows Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities The ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and manage competing priorities Apply Now Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Your new company Seeking a Payroll Manager to join a global manufacturing organisation in South Oxfordshire. You will take responsibility for the accurate and compliant delivery of seven UK payrolls. Managing a team of four payroll professionals, you will provide leadership, development and technical expertise whilst driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the payroll function. Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (37.hours per week) Fully office-based Your new role Assist in the delivery of end-to-end monthly UK & EMEA payrolls for c.500 employees across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Process and review all payroll inputs, including salary adjustments, overtime, bonuses, deductions, pensions, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. Review and validate payroll data through detailed reconciliations, variance analysis, and control account balancing. Produce payroll-related reports, journals, and support financial control processes. Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation, including HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, and annual processes such as P60s and P11Ds. Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, ensuring robust audit trails and data integrity across payroll systems (e.g. ADP, Sage, Workday, SAP). Contribute to payroll system enhancements, upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance to payroll team members. Deputy to the Payroll Manager, supporting the oversight and smooth running of payroll operations when required. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this opportunity, previous payroll management experience is essential.You will ideally possess: Significant experience leading an in-house payroll function Previous people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a payroll team Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Experience managing payroll controls, reconciliations and audit processes A proven track record of payroll process improvement and change management Strong systems experience, ideally including ERP, payroll and HR platforms Excellent Excel and data analysis skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive and hands-on leadership style Degree-level education and/or CIPP qualification, or equivalent payroll experience What you'll get in return Salary offered: 54,000 - 64,000 (Based on experience) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Performance-based bonus up to 15% Pension scheme Flexible start and finish times Private medical care Free on-site parking Access to training programmes. Study support is considered on a case-by-case basis. On-site company gym & social events. The opportunity to lead a critical business function and shape future payroll improvements If you're an experienced Payroll Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Your new company Seeking a Payroll Manager to join a global manufacturing organisation in South Oxfordshire. You will take responsibility for the accurate and compliant delivery of seven UK payrolls. Managing a team of four payroll professionals, you will provide leadership, development and technical expertise whilst driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the payroll function. Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (37.hours per week) Fully office-based Your new role Assist in the delivery of end-to-end monthly UK & EMEA payrolls for c.500 employees across multiple sites, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Process and review all payroll inputs, including salary adjustments, overtime, bonuses, deductions, pensions, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. Review and validate payroll data through detailed reconciliations, variance analysis, and control account balancing. Produce payroll-related reports, journals, and support financial control processes. Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation, including HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, and annual processes such as P60s and P11Ds. Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records, ensuring robust audit trails and data integrity across payroll systems (e.g. ADP, Sage, Workday, SAP). Contribute to payroll system enhancements, upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance to payroll team members. Deputy to the Payroll Manager, supporting the oversight and smooth running of payroll operations when required. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this opportunity, previous payroll management experience is essential.You will ideally possess: Significant experience leading an in-house payroll function Previous people management experience, with the ability to lead and develop a payroll team Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Experience managing payroll controls, reconciliations and audit processes A proven track record of payroll process improvement and change management Strong systems experience, ideally including ERP, payroll and HR platforms Excellent Excel and data analysis skills Strong stakeholder management and communication skills A proactive and hands-on leadership style Degree-level education and/or CIPP qualification, or equivalent payroll experience What you'll get in return Salary offered: 54,000 - 64,000 (Based on experience) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Performance-based bonus up to 15% Pension scheme Flexible start and finish times Private medical care Free on-site parking Access to training programmes. Study support is considered on a case-by-case basis. On-site company gym & social events. The opportunity to lead a critical business function and shape future payroll improvements If you're an experienced Payroll Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd be keen to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Location Wotton-under-Edge, Glos Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience Hybrid working 3 days/week onsite Renishaw is seeking an HR Administrator to provide employee lifecycle support and enhance our Human Resources Shared Services Team. This role plays an integral part in delivering efficient, accurate and customer-focused administrative support, ensuring consistent HR process in line with company policies, procedures and employment legislation. The role acts as a first point of contact for HR queries and supports managers and employees with transactional HR activities. The role sits within the HR Shared Services team, reporting to the HR Shared Services Team Leader, working closely across functions to ensure effective service delivery and continuous process improvement. Responsibilities Employee lifecycle administration Process new starters, contractual changes, transfers and leavers. Prepare employment contracts, letters and HR documentation. Coordinate onboarding and induction activities. Maintain accurate employee records within HR systems such as Workday and manage day to day tasks. HR query management Act as the first point of contact for HR-related enquiries. Manage the HR shared inbox and respond to routine employee and manager queries. Provide support and guidance to employees throughout their family friendly leave journey Escalate complex issues to HR Advisors, HR Business Partners or specialist teams as required, support notetaking and letter preparation activities. Data management & compliance Ensure employee data is accurate, complete and maintained in line with GDPR requirements. Conduct compliance checks, including right-to-work, probation and employment documentation. Produce standard HR reports and metrics as required. Payroll & benefits support Process payroll-related changes and liaise with the Payroll team to ensure timely and accurate processing. Support benefits administration and employee data uploads. Continuous improvement Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery. Support HR projects through system testing, process improvements and data quality initiatives. Maintain process documentation and guides, support knowledge-sharing across the team. Key requirements Previous experience in an HR administration high-volume administrative role. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and process minded. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Customer focused and collaborative approach. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams). Desirable requirements Experience working within an HR Shared Services environment. Knowledge of employment legislation and HR processes. Experience using Workday (HRIS). CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD Level 3 or equivalent. Benefits When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme and 24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites). We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Location Wotton-under-Edge, Glos Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience Hybrid working 3 days/week onsite Renishaw is seeking an HR Administrator to provide employee lifecycle support and enhance our Human Resources Shared Services Team. This role plays an integral part in delivering efficient, accurate and customer-focused administrative support, ensuring consistent HR process in line with company policies, procedures and employment legislation. The role acts as a first point of contact for HR queries and supports managers and employees with transactional HR activities. The role sits within the HR Shared Services team, reporting to the HR Shared Services Team Leader, working closely across functions to ensure effective service delivery and continuous process improvement. Responsibilities Employee lifecycle administration Process new starters, contractual changes, transfers and leavers. Prepare employment contracts, letters and HR documentation. Coordinate onboarding and induction activities. Maintain accurate employee records within HR systems such as Workday and manage day to day tasks. HR query management Act as the first point of contact for HR-related enquiries. Manage the HR shared inbox and respond to routine employee and manager queries. Provide support and guidance to employees throughout their family friendly leave journey Escalate complex issues to HR Advisors, HR Business Partners or specialist teams as required, support notetaking and letter preparation activities. Data management & compliance Ensure employee data is accurate, complete and maintained in line with GDPR requirements. Conduct compliance checks, including right-to-work, probation and employment documentation. Produce standard HR reports and metrics as required. Payroll & benefits support Process payroll-related changes and liaise with the Payroll team to ensure timely and accurate processing. Support benefits administration and employee data uploads. Continuous improvement Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and service delivery. Support HR projects through system testing, process improvements and data quality initiatives. Maintain process documentation and guides, support knowledge-sharing across the team. Key requirements Previous experience in an HR administration high-volume administrative role. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and process minded. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Customer focused and collaborative approach. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams). Desirable requirements Experience working within an HR Shared Services environment. Knowledge of employment legislation and HR processes. Experience using Workday (HRIS). CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD Level 3 or equivalent. Benefits When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme and 24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites). We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.
We're looking for an experienced Workday HCM Lead to play a key role in the support, optimisation and ongoing development of a large-scale Workday environment. This is a senior position combining hands-on configuration expertise with technical leadership, stakeholder engagement and team mentoring. Key Responsibilities Provide SME expertise across Workday HCM modules including Core HCM, Organisations, Staffing Models, Compensation, Absence, Talent and Performance. Lead the design, configuration and continuous improvement of Workday solutions. Act as the escalation point for complex incidents and service issues. Facilitate workshops and translate business requirements into functional solutions. Provide technical leadership, assurance and mentoring to consultants and analysts. Support testing, releases, enhancements and regulatory changes. Engage with senior stakeholders and provide clear recommendations and guidance. Experience Required Strong Workday HCM configuration experience. Experience leading Workday implementations, support functions or optimisation programmes. Excellent understanding of end-to-end HR processes. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. Experience mentoring or leading teams. Knowledge of Workday integrations, reporting or payroll would be advantageous. What's on Offer Hybrid working. Excellent pension and benefits package. Workday training and certification opportunities. Long-term career progression within a growing enterprise applications function.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Workday HCM Lead to play a key role in the support, optimisation and ongoing development of a large-scale Workday environment. This is a senior position combining hands-on configuration expertise with technical leadership, stakeholder engagement and team mentoring. Key Responsibilities Provide SME expertise across Workday HCM modules including Core HCM, Organisations, Staffing Models, Compensation, Absence, Talent and Performance. Lead the design, configuration and continuous improvement of Workday solutions. Act as the escalation point for complex incidents and service issues. Facilitate workshops and translate business requirements into functional solutions. Provide technical leadership, assurance and mentoring to consultants and analysts. Support testing, releases, enhancements and regulatory changes. Engage with senior stakeholders and provide clear recommendations and guidance. Experience Required Strong Workday HCM configuration experience. Experience leading Workday implementations, support functions or optimisation programmes. Excellent understanding of end-to-end HR processes. Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. Experience mentoring or leading teams. Knowledge of Workday integrations, reporting or payroll would be advantageous. What's on Offer Hybrid working. Excellent pension and benefits package. Workday training and certification opportunities. Long-term career progression within a growing enterprise applications function.
Business Analyst - Workday Learning & AI Transformation Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site in Reading or Dublin Day Rate: 700 - 750 / day Engagement Type: 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Industry: Global Retail / Enterprise Transformation About the Role We are seeking an experienced Workday Business Analyst to join a major multi-year, multi-country Workday HCM transformation programme. Operating within the global Learning Workstream, you will be key to shaping a state-of-the-art global learning platform across 17 international markets. This initiative represents an enterprise-scale integration bringing together Workday Learning (front-end learner experience) and Sana (back-end AI-driven content generation and translation). This is a pure core Business Analysis role. You will own the analytical backbone of the workstream-eliciting requirements, defining As-Is/To-Be processes, mapping integration boundaries, and ensuring seamless functional design. Contract Overview Day Rate: 700 - 750 per day Contract Length: 6 Months Working Setup: Hybrid (3 days on-site per week in either Reading or Dublin) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Requirements & Governance: Lead structured requirements gathering with global L&D leadership and market stakeholders, managing full traceability from Discovery through to signed-off design. Process Mapping: Produce comprehensive As-Is and To-Be process maps across global and 17 market-specific operating models (administration, compliance training, ILT/VILT, reporting). Functional Specification: Translate complex business needs into input for the Workday Learning Config Workbook and High-Level Design (HLD) alongside Solution and Functional Architects. AI & Integration Analysis: Map and document the operational boundaries between Workday and Sana, ensuring clear division between front-end user experience and back-end AI content/translation workflows. Global vs. Local Analysis: Apply systems thinking to manage global design templates against local regulatory/market nuances, escalating trade-offs to formal governance. Compliance & Baseline Scoping: Support mandatory/compliance frameworks (expiry rules, re-certification, attestations) and define quantified learning content migration baselines. Key Requirements Essential: Enterprise BA Track Record: Demonstrated experience as a Business Analyst on complex, multi-year HR/HCM technology transformations. Workday Expertise: Proven experience on Workday implementations; direct experience with Workday Learning is strongly preferred. Core BA Disciplines: Exceptional skills in structured requirements elicitation, process flow mapping, gap analysis, and system architecture design translation. Governance Experience: Experience operating within formal methodology gates (Discovery & Design, Design Authority, Playbacks). Senior Stakeholder Management: Ability to challenge design decisions credibly and liaise comfortably between senior HR/L&D business leaders and technical teams. Desirable: Broader exposure to alternative LMS/LXP enterprise solutions. Familiarity with AI-driven content tools, AI translation models, or adaptive learning engines. Experience designing learning frameworks for frontline, multi-site, or retail workforces with mobile/offline access constraints. Exposure to multi-jurisdictional compliance or Works Council/unionized workforce environments. How to Apply To express your interest in this contract, please apply directly with your latest CV outlining your relevant Workday and business process mapping experience. Alternatively you can also send your CV to (url removed) Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
Business Analyst - Workday Learning & AI Transformation Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site in Reading or Dublin Day Rate: 700 - 750 / day Engagement Type: 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Industry: Global Retail / Enterprise Transformation About the Role We are seeking an experienced Workday Business Analyst to join a major multi-year, multi-country Workday HCM transformation programme. Operating within the global Learning Workstream, you will be key to shaping a state-of-the-art global learning platform across 17 international markets. This initiative represents an enterprise-scale integration bringing together Workday Learning (front-end learner experience) and Sana (back-end AI-driven content generation and translation). This is a pure core Business Analysis role. You will own the analytical backbone of the workstream-eliciting requirements, defining As-Is/To-Be processes, mapping integration boundaries, and ensuring seamless functional design. Contract Overview Day Rate: 700 - 750 per day Contract Length: 6 Months Working Setup: Hybrid (3 days on-site per week in either Reading or Dublin) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Requirements & Governance: Lead structured requirements gathering with global L&D leadership and market stakeholders, managing full traceability from Discovery through to signed-off design. Process Mapping: Produce comprehensive As-Is and To-Be process maps across global and 17 market-specific operating models (administration, compliance training, ILT/VILT, reporting). Functional Specification: Translate complex business needs into input for the Workday Learning Config Workbook and High-Level Design (HLD) alongside Solution and Functional Architects. AI & Integration Analysis: Map and document the operational boundaries between Workday and Sana, ensuring clear division between front-end user experience and back-end AI content/translation workflows. Global vs. Local Analysis: Apply systems thinking to manage global design templates against local regulatory/market nuances, escalating trade-offs to formal governance. Compliance & Baseline Scoping: Support mandatory/compliance frameworks (expiry rules, re-certification, attestations) and define quantified learning content migration baselines. Key Requirements Essential: Enterprise BA Track Record: Demonstrated experience as a Business Analyst on complex, multi-year HR/HCM technology transformations. Workday Expertise: Proven experience on Workday implementations; direct experience with Workday Learning is strongly preferred. Core BA Disciplines: Exceptional skills in structured requirements elicitation, process flow mapping, gap analysis, and system architecture design translation. Governance Experience: Experience operating within formal methodology gates (Discovery & Design, Design Authority, Playbacks). Senior Stakeholder Management: Ability to challenge design decisions credibly and liaise comfortably between senior HR/L&D business leaders and technical teams. Desirable: Broader exposure to alternative LMS/LXP enterprise solutions. Familiarity with AI-driven content tools, AI translation models, or adaptive learning engines. Experience designing learning frameworks for frontline, multi-site, or retail workforces with mobile/offline access constraints. Exposure to multi-jurisdictional compliance or Works Council/unionized workforce environments. How to Apply To express your interest in this contract, please apply directly with your latest CV outlining your relevant Workday and business process mapping experience. Alternatively you can also send your CV to (url removed) Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Procurement Application Team Lead - Coupa Experience required £78,000 to £82,500 plus excellent benefits/Flexible working options and can be fully remote, office based on the south coast My client a leading technology strong Critical National Infrastructure organisation seek an experienced Procurement Application Team Lead with Coupa experience. You will form a core part of their ongoing digital transformation, with the Procurement Application Team Lead playing a key role in supporting and enhancing their enterprise systems. This role will lead the Digital Corporate Applications Procurement team, overseeing the support, maintenance and delivery of procurement systems across the ERP estate. You will ensure our procurement applications are reliable, integrated and aligned to business needs while enabling ongoing transformation. The role will involve the integration of Coupa with SAP, Workday, Maximo and other enterprise systems, using Coupa modules such as Procurement, Invoicing, SIM and CLM. Essential experience for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Need to be hands on, SME specialist on Coupa who has good knowledge of navigating and updating the system. Strong experience with ERP systems and procurement processes. Experience integrating procurement platforms with SAP or equivalent ERP systems. Proven experience in application management and system delivery. Strong stakeholder management and leadership experience. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Key Responsibilities for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Lead and manage the Procurement Applications team, ensuring effective delivery of support and development services. Own the life cycle management of procurement applications including Coupa, SAP SRM and Portal. Deliver system implementations, upgrades and enhancements aligned to business objectives. Support integration of Coupa with SAP, Workday, Maximo and other enterprise systems. Provide 2nd-4th line support and ensure robust service delivery through IT service teams. Collaborate with solution architecture, service delivery and project teams. Ensure application security, governance and compliance. Maintain system documentation and support processes. Manage suppliers, partners and third-party delivery teams. Lead testing activities including unit, integration and user acceptance testing. Technical Knowledge required for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Coupa modules such as Procurement, Invoicing, SIM and CLM (preferred). SAP SRM/S4HANA or equivalent. Integration technologies and ERP ecosystems. Procurement Application Team Lead - Coupa Experience required £78,000 to £82,500 plus excellent benefits/Flexible working options and can be fully remote, office based on the south coast
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Procurement Application Team Lead - Coupa Experience required £78,000 to £82,500 plus excellent benefits/Flexible working options and can be fully remote, office based on the south coast My client a leading technology strong Critical National Infrastructure organisation seek an experienced Procurement Application Team Lead with Coupa experience. You will form a core part of their ongoing digital transformation, with the Procurement Application Team Lead playing a key role in supporting and enhancing their enterprise systems. This role will lead the Digital Corporate Applications Procurement team, overseeing the support, maintenance and delivery of procurement systems across the ERP estate. You will ensure our procurement applications are reliable, integrated and aligned to business needs while enabling ongoing transformation. The role will involve the integration of Coupa with SAP, Workday, Maximo and other enterprise systems, using Coupa modules such as Procurement, Invoicing, SIM and CLM. Essential experience for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Need to be hands on, SME specialist on Coupa who has good knowledge of navigating and updating the system. Strong experience with ERP systems and procurement processes. Experience integrating procurement platforms with SAP or equivalent ERP systems. Proven experience in application management and system delivery. Strong stakeholder management and leadership experience. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Key Responsibilities for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Lead and manage the Procurement Applications team, ensuring effective delivery of support and development services. Own the life cycle management of procurement applications including Coupa, SAP SRM and Portal. Deliver system implementations, upgrades and enhancements aligned to business objectives. Support integration of Coupa with SAP, Workday, Maximo and other enterprise systems. Provide 2nd-4th line support and ensure robust service delivery through IT service teams. Collaborate with solution architecture, service delivery and project teams. Ensure application security, governance and compliance. Maintain system documentation and support processes. Manage suppliers, partners and third-party delivery teams. Lead testing activities including unit, integration and user acceptance testing. Technical Knowledge required for the Procurement Application Team Lead: Coupa modules such as Procurement, Invoicing, SIM and CLM (preferred). SAP SRM/S4HANA or equivalent. Integration technologies and ERP ecosystems. Procurement Application Team Lead - Coupa Experience required £78,000 to £82,500 plus excellent benefits/Flexible working options and can be fully remote, office based on the south coast
Are you an experienced Integration Specialist? Do you have previous experience of configuring, developing, improving, and supporting Enterprise iPaaS solutions? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for an Integration Consultant to work with industry experts in integration and automation to work on enterprise level projects. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with leading industry experts in a consultancy environment and level up your career progression. The purpose of the role is to drive change requests and development to the integration landscape, whilst providing proactive systems monitoring and support. On a day-to-day basis you will perform daily system monitoring and health check to ensure that integration platforms and workflows are performing at optimal levels; triage, diagnose, and resolve end-to-end incident management with communication to stakeholder at all stages; support problem management by analysing recurring issues, root causes and implementing fixes; deliver change requests ensuring high quality development and smooth releases into production; contribute to change management processes with impact assessments, release plans and regression testing; maintaining a high release rate success; balance support and development workloads; participate in structured weekly handover; and worked with Lead Consultants to learn, share knowledge and assure continuous improvement. Requirements A strong record of accomplishment as an Integration Engineer or Integration Consultant. An excellent understanding of a wide range of integration strategies and techniques across a diverse mix of technology environments and architectures, from fully open source/bespoke environments through to fully proprietary, Enterprise and COTS-based. Experience of working with iPaaS platforms in an Enterprise environment from either independent vendors (such as Dell Boomi, Jitterbit Harmony, Workato, Mulesoft AnyPoint, Celigo Integrator, Tibco Cloud Integration, SnapLogic, Informatica IDMC, IBM AppConnect, MindCloud, Talend Cloud, Software AG Web Methods Integration Cloud, Astera Apps eConnect, APIWorx, and/or similar) or ERP iPaaS solutions (Such as Oracle Integration Cloud, M365 PowerAutomate, SAP Integration Suite, Infor ION, IFS Connect, Workday Integration Cloud, Epicor Integration Cloud, and/or similar). Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to digest and handle complex integration scenarios. Effective communication skills, both written and oral, and strong stakeholder engagement and management enabling you to excel in a customer facing environment. As an individual you will be a self-starter with strong organisation skills and experienced at delivering to deadlines. You will have a passion for working in a fast-paced environment, in collaborating with like-minded people, and in delivering an excellent customer experience. This is a predominantly home-based opportunity, with ad-hoc travel to customer sites and for internal meetings. The role can be offered flexibly with permanent and fixed term salaried contract solutions available to suit. If you would like the opportunity to collaborate directly with bona-fide industry experts in integration and automation, to gain further exposure to enterprise level projects and best practice, to work in a supportive, mentored, and growth-orientated environment, and work in a varied role offering autonomy, then please apply without delay for immediate interview consideration. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Integration Specialist? Do you have previous experience of configuring, developing, improving, and supporting Enterprise iPaaS solutions? Let Informed Recruitment help you to achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for an Integration Consultant to work with industry experts in integration and automation to work on enterprise level projects. This is a rare opportunity to work directly with leading industry experts in a consultancy environment and level up your career progression. The purpose of the role is to drive change requests and development to the integration landscape, whilst providing proactive systems monitoring and support. On a day-to-day basis you will perform daily system monitoring and health check to ensure that integration platforms and workflows are performing at optimal levels; triage, diagnose, and resolve end-to-end incident management with communication to stakeholder at all stages; support problem management by analysing recurring issues, root causes and implementing fixes; deliver change requests ensuring high quality development and smooth releases into production; contribute to change management processes with impact assessments, release plans and regression testing; maintaining a high release rate success; balance support and development workloads; participate in structured weekly handover; and worked with Lead Consultants to learn, share knowledge and assure continuous improvement. Requirements A strong record of accomplishment as an Integration Engineer or Integration Consultant. An excellent understanding of a wide range of integration strategies and techniques across a diverse mix of technology environments and architectures, from fully open source/bespoke environments through to fully proprietary, Enterprise and COTS-based. Experience of working with iPaaS platforms in an Enterprise environment from either independent vendors (such as Dell Boomi, Jitterbit Harmony, Workato, Mulesoft AnyPoint, Celigo Integrator, Tibco Cloud Integration, SnapLogic, Informatica IDMC, IBM AppConnect, MindCloud, Talend Cloud, Software AG Web Methods Integration Cloud, Astera Apps eConnect, APIWorx, and/or similar) or ERP iPaaS solutions (Such as Oracle Integration Cloud, M365 PowerAutomate, SAP Integration Suite, Infor ION, IFS Connect, Workday Integration Cloud, Epicor Integration Cloud, and/or similar). Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to digest and handle complex integration scenarios. Effective communication skills, both written and oral, and strong stakeholder engagement and management enabling you to excel in a customer facing environment. As an individual you will be a self-starter with strong organisation skills and experienced at delivering to deadlines. You will have a passion for working in a fast-paced environment, in collaborating with like-minded people, and in delivering an excellent customer experience. This is a predominantly home-based opportunity, with ad-hoc travel to customer sites and for internal meetings. The role can be offered flexibly with permanent and fixed term salaried contract solutions available to suit. If you would like the opportunity to collaborate directly with bona-fide industry experts in integration and automation, to gain further exposure to enterprise level projects and best practice, to work in a supportive, mentored, and growth-orientated environment, and work in a varied role offering autonomy, then please apply without delay for immediate interview consideration. Informed Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy as defined by the Employment Agencies Act. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Informed Recruitment is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.
Delivery DriverIpswichPay Rate: from £151.50 per day (Weekly Pay) Full Time, Part Time & Flexible Options Available Immediate starts available.Gi Group are proud to partner with one of the world's leading online retailers, offering you an exciting opportunity to join their team as a self-employed delivery driver. If you're reliable, enthusiastic, and enjoy working independently, this could be the perfect role for you!For this Delivery Driver role, no prior delivery experience is required - full training provided! Pay and Benefits: ? From £151.50 per day plus weekly performance bonuses? Fully-expensed van, including fuel card, comprehensive insurance, and PPE? Weekly Pay - start earning immediately? Ad hoc bonuses, which will be explained in interview? Fully Paid Training: 2-day induction, 2 days with a lead driver, and additional training support over 12 days? Free parking at the delivery station? A varied workday - no two routes are the same!? Flexible Van Options - if you don't have a suitable vehicle, we've got you covered! We offer van rental with insurance, maintenance, and tyres included (no deposit required.) Delivery Driver Responsibilities:? Drive a fully-equipped van to deliver parcels across your assigned areas.? Complete 120 - 180 deliveries per day across pre-planned routes ? Lift and delivery multiple parcels of difference sizes and weights (up to 23kg)? Provide excellent customer service and ensure timely deliveriesDelivery Driver Required Skills:? Full UK or EU Driving License (held for at least 1 year)? Maximum 6 points on your license (no active IN10, DR80, DR90, TT90)? Must be 18+ years old (insurance purposes)? Ability to pass a DBS check and drug/alcohol test (free of charge)Shift Details:? Flexible working days: Up to 6 days a week (Monday - Sunday) ? Routed planned for 9-hour shifts.? Option to work extra days and earn more! Why Join Us?:Enjoy the freedom of self-employed work while benefiting from the security of weekly pay and our extensive support network. Whether you're starting fresh or looking for a new career direction, we'll help you every step on the way.How to Apply:Please click apply now to be considered for this exciting driving opportunity. We can't wait to hear from you.Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website. Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Delivery DriverIpswichPay Rate: from £151.50 per day (Weekly Pay) Full Time, Part Time & Flexible Options Available Immediate starts available.Gi Group are proud to partner with one of the world's leading online retailers, offering you an exciting opportunity to join their team as a self-employed delivery driver. If you're reliable, enthusiastic, and enjoy working independently, this could be the perfect role for you!For this Delivery Driver role, no prior delivery experience is required - full training provided! Pay and Benefits: ? From £151.50 per day plus weekly performance bonuses? Fully-expensed van, including fuel card, comprehensive insurance, and PPE? Weekly Pay - start earning immediately? Ad hoc bonuses, which will be explained in interview? Fully Paid Training: 2-day induction, 2 days with a lead driver, and additional training support over 12 days? Free parking at the delivery station? A varied workday - no two routes are the same!? Flexible Van Options - if you don't have a suitable vehicle, we've got you covered! We offer van rental with insurance, maintenance, and tyres included (no deposit required.) Delivery Driver Responsibilities:? Drive a fully-equipped van to deliver parcels across your assigned areas.? Complete 120 - 180 deliveries per day across pre-planned routes ? Lift and delivery multiple parcels of difference sizes and weights (up to 23kg)? Provide excellent customer service and ensure timely deliveriesDelivery Driver Required Skills:? Full UK or EU Driving License (held for at least 1 year)? Maximum 6 points on your license (no active IN10, DR80, DR90, TT90)? Must be 18+ years old (insurance purposes)? Ability to pass a DBS check and drug/alcohol test (free of charge)Shift Details:? Flexible working days: Up to 6 days a week (Monday - Sunday) ? Routed planned for 9-hour shifts.? Option to work extra days and earn more! Why Join Us?:Enjoy the freedom of self-employed work while benefiting from the security of weekly pay and our extensive support network. Whether you're starting fresh or looking for a new career direction, we'll help you every step on the way.How to Apply:Please click apply now to be considered for this exciting driving opportunity. We can't wait to hear from you.Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website. Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters. Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.
Job title: Operations Finance Analyst Location: Warwick/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. The role: Reporting to the Operational Finance & Treasury Transformation Lead, the Operational Finance Analyst is responsible for supporting the Product Owners for Operational Finance who are responsible for developing and delivering the roadmap for Ops Finance processes within the CFO transformation team. Responsibilities: Support the delivery of the product roadmap for operational finance and participate in the workshops and design sessions. Help translate the product roadmap into well-defined product requirements including features, user-stories, and acceptance test criteria. Support the product owners to develop, prioritise, and continuously maintain the product requirements, to meet the desired outcomes. Works in an Agile environment and continuously reviews the business needs, refines priorities, outlines milestones and deliverables, and identifies opportunities and risks. Review the operational finance change impact assessment, identifying any changes or gaps. Review the operational finance training needs assessment, identifying any changes or gaps. Support in the creation of test scenarios, produce test scripts and carry out UAT to ensure the system designed is fit for purpose. Support in the creation of the training materials and become a train the trainer to train out the business for the new processes. Support in the review of personas for all people that interact with operational finance processes, internal and external. Work with cross-functional teams and various stakeholders, including analytics, design/user experience, engineering, and user enablement to deliver a product fit for purpose, end-to-end. Collaborate cross functionally with Key Partners to drive progress and gain buy in and support from within the team and across the organisation. Identify risks, ensuring they are flagged to the appropriate people/forum. Foster a culture of cross functional working, innovation, and continuous improvement. Creation and delivery of standard operating procedures. Requirements: Experience in operational finance. Good Excel and PowerPoint skills. Track record of delivering performance efficiency and operational excellence. Good understanding of governance, risk & internal control frameworks. Good communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Experience of Workday or Ivalua is preferred. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Job title: Operations Finance Analyst Location: Warwick/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. The role: Reporting to the Operational Finance & Treasury Transformation Lead, the Operational Finance Analyst is responsible for supporting the Product Owners for Operational Finance who are responsible for developing and delivering the roadmap for Ops Finance processes within the CFO transformation team. Responsibilities: Support the delivery of the product roadmap for operational finance and participate in the workshops and design sessions. Help translate the product roadmap into well-defined product requirements including features, user-stories, and acceptance test criteria. Support the product owners to develop, prioritise, and continuously maintain the product requirements, to meet the desired outcomes. Works in an Agile environment and continuously reviews the business needs, refines priorities, outlines milestones and deliverables, and identifies opportunities and risks. Review the operational finance change impact assessment, identifying any changes or gaps. Review the operational finance training needs assessment, identifying any changes or gaps. Support in the creation of test scenarios, produce test scripts and carry out UAT to ensure the system designed is fit for purpose. Support in the creation of the training materials and become a train the trainer to train out the business for the new processes. Support in the review of personas for all people that interact with operational finance processes, internal and external. Work with cross-functional teams and various stakeholders, including analytics, design/user experience, engineering, and user enablement to deliver a product fit for purpose, end-to-end. Collaborate cross functionally with Key Partners to drive progress and gain buy in and support from within the team and across the organisation. Identify risks, ensuring they are flagged to the appropriate people/forum. Foster a culture of cross functional working, innovation, and continuous improvement. Creation and delivery of standard operating procedures. Requirements: Experience in operational finance. Good Excel and PowerPoint skills. Track record of delivering performance efficiency and operational excellence. Good understanding of governance, risk & internal control frameworks. Good communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Experience of Workday or Ivalua is preferred. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.
Test Manager 3 months Wokingham - hybrid £460 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only SC security clearance eligible or hold active SC clearance Job Overview We are seeking an accomplished Test Manager & Test Strategist with a proven track record in leading complex enterprise application integration testing. This role is pivotal in delivering seamless end-to-end user journeys across HR ERP systems Workday including Azure Entra, ServiceNow, focusing specifically on the Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strategic testing mindset, exceptional leadership, and robust stakeholder management capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead, design, and implement the overall test strategy for end-to-end integration between Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday within the context of the JML process. Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and frameworks covering functional, integration, user acceptance, and process resilience testing. Own the delivery of test artefacts, ensuring traceability to business requirements and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including HR, IT, Security, and Operations-to ensure alignment of test scope and coverage for all user journeys. Champion the adoption of service virtualization to facilitate early and continuous testing in the absence of complete systems. Establish strategies for process resilience testing, ensuring continuity plans are validated. Lead defect triage, root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across test practices. Provide clear and timely reporting on test progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes to senior stakeholders and project sponsors. Mentor and develop the capabilities of the testing team, fostering a culture of quality, automation, innovation, and accountability. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience in software testing, with at least 5 years in test management and strategy roles. Significant experience in enterprise application integration testing, specifically with Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday HR ERP systems. Demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering testing strategies for Joiner-Mover-Leaver processes and other HR transformation initiatives. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, capable of navigating complex organizational structures and driving consensus. Proficiency in service virtualization tools and methodologies to enable effective integration testing. Proven ability in process resilience testing, including business continuity, failover, and disaster recovery validation. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with test automation and agile delivery methodologies is highly desirable. Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Test Manager, Agile Testing, or equivalent) are a plus. Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. Strong documentation and reporting skills, with an eye for detail and quality. If you are interested please apply at first instance!
Sep 26, 2025
Full time
Test Manager 3 months Wokingham - hybrid £460 per day inside IR35 - Umbrella only SC security clearance eligible or hold active SC clearance Job Overview We are seeking an accomplished Test Manager & Test Strategist with a proven track record in leading complex enterprise application integration testing. This role is pivotal in delivering seamless end-to-end user journeys across HR ERP systems Workday including Azure Entra, ServiceNow, focusing specifically on the Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a strategic testing mindset, exceptional leadership, and robust stakeholder management capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead, design, and implement the overall test strategy for end-to-end integration between Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday within the context of the JML process. Develop comprehensive test plans, scenarios, and frameworks covering functional, integration, user acceptance, and process resilience testing. Own the delivery of test artefacts, ensuring traceability to business requirements and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including HR, IT, Security, and Operations-to ensure alignment of test scope and coverage for all user journeys. Champion the adoption of service virtualization to facilitate early and continuous testing in the absence of complete systems. Establish strategies for process resilience testing, ensuring continuity plans are validated. Lead defect triage, root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across test practices. Provide clear and timely reporting on test progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes to senior stakeholders and project sponsors. Mentor and develop the capabilities of the testing team, fostering a culture of quality, automation, innovation, and accountability. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience in software testing, with at least 5 years in test management and strategy roles. Significant experience in enterprise application integration testing, specifically with Azure Entra, ServiceNow, and Workday HR ERP systems. Demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering testing strategies for Joiner-Mover-Leaver processes and other HR transformation initiatives. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, capable of navigating complex organizational structures and driving consensus. Proficiency in service virtualization tools and methodologies to enable effective integration testing. Proven ability in process resilience testing, including business continuity, failover, and disaster recovery validation. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with test automation and agile delivery methodologies is highly desirable. Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Test Manager, Agile Testing, or equivalent) are a plus. Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. Strong documentation and reporting skills, with an eye for detail and quality. If you are interested please apply at first instance!
The Opportunity Ford & Stanley Talentwise are looking for a Maintenance Technician to work at a top UK tourist attraction in the heart of the capital, the London Eye. One of the UK s most popular visitor attractions, the London Eye requires a skilled team member to ensure the smooth running of the operation to deliver planned preventative maintenance and fault finding. You will be aware of all issues relating to the ride, inclusive of mechanical, electrical and control systems, carrying out any required reactive repairs in a timely manner to ensure minimal downtime of the ride. This is an exciting Full Time, permanent position which includes carrying out daily checks and start-up/close procedures working a 12-hour day or a night shift on a rotating basis. You should feel comfortable working at heights, however full harness training will be provided. For the right candidate, this role is varied with no day being the same! Location: London, Salary: £48,425 P.A. + £3,500 Shift Allowance + Bonus + Overtime (potential earnings of £52,000 - £60,000) Shifts: Working a mixture of days and nights - 12-hour shifts on roughly a 5 on 5 off basis, which will include weekend and bank holidays as required. Role and Responsibilities Technicians are required to complete fault finding and planned preventative maintenance, to ensure the facility can operate and ensure guests can enjoy their day out. Follow electrical schematics to ensure components are installed correctly. Ensure planned preventative maintenance is completed in accordance with timescales. Complete fault finding to ensure components are running correctly and safely. Be confident and able in working from heights (full training provided) The Candidate The ideal candidate will have vast knowledge work with hydraulic systems with experience of fault finding within a FMCG background, Marine, Rail, Aviation or an Ex-Forces background. Essential NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) minimum qualification Fault finding and root cause analysis experience Able to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams Use of diagnostic software Use of test and measuring equipment Benefits? Generous holiday allowance 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants 40% off Lego online Merlin Magic Pass giving you free tickets to all or attractions for you and your family Plus more! Likely Job Titles: Electrical Maintenance Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Engineer, Warranty Technician, Warranty Engineer, Electrical Technician, Marine engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Systems Technician, Systems Engineer, Diagnostic Engineer, Diagnostic Technician About ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
The Opportunity Ford & Stanley Talentwise are looking for a Maintenance Technician to work at a top UK tourist attraction in the heart of the capital, the London Eye. One of the UK s most popular visitor attractions, the London Eye requires a skilled team member to ensure the smooth running of the operation to deliver planned preventative maintenance and fault finding. You will be aware of all issues relating to the ride, inclusive of mechanical, electrical and control systems, carrying out any required reactive repairs in a timely manner to ensure minimal downtime of the ride. This is an exciting Full Time, permanent position which includes carrying out daily checks and start-up/close procedures working a 12-hour day or a night shift on a rotating basis. You should feel comfortable working at heights, however full harness training will be provided. For the right candidate, this role is varied with no day being the same! Location: London, Salary: £48,425 P.A. + £3,500 Shift Allowance + Bonus + Overtime (potential earnings of £52,000 - £60,000) Shifts: Working a mixture of days and nights - 12-hour shifts on roughly a 5 on 5 off basis, which will include weekend and bank holidays as required. Role and Responsibilities Technicians are required to complete fault finding and planned preventative maintenance, to ensure the facility can operate and ensure guests can enjoy their day out. Follow electrical schematics to ensure components are installed correctly. Ensure planned preventative maintenance is completed in accordance with timescales. Complete fault finding to ensure components are running correctly and safely. Be confident and able in working from heights (full training provided) The Candidate The ideal candidate will have vast knowledge work with hydraulic systems with experience of fault finding within a FMCG background, Marine, Rail, Aviation or an Ex-Forces background. Essential NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) minimum qualification Fault finding and root cause analysis experience Able to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams Use of diagnostic software Use of test and measuring equipment Benefits? Generous holiday allowance 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants 40% off Lego online Merlin Magic Pass giving you free tickets to all or attractions for you and your family Plus more! Likely Job Titles: Electrical Maintenance Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Engineer, Warranty Technician, Warranty Engineer, Electrical Technician, Marine engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Systems Technician, Systems Engineer, Diagnostic Engineer, Diagnostic Technician About ford & Stanley group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Are you an experienced Warehouse Operator with a valid and up-to-date Reach Truck license? Ford & Stanley The Rail Recruitment Experts are seeking Warehouse Operatives to join a leading global Rolling Stock Manufacturing company based at their purpose built factory in Newport, South Wales. Location: Newport, Wales Hours: Monday to Thursday 7am -4 pm / Friday 7 - 1pm Role and Responsibilities: As a Warehouse Operator, your role will rotate around a variety of key warehouse duties no two weeks will look the same. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to build a wide range of warehouse skills. You'll be involved in different aspects of the operation, helping ensure everything runs smoothly from goods inwards to stock control. Your responsibilities will include: Operating a Reach Truck Cycle counting of inventory and updating the internal system Taking delivery of goods inwards using forklift trucks, and/or other lifting equipment where required ensuring the safe and efficient loading, unloading, and movement of materials across the site Ensuring materials are checked off accurately and promptly, inspecting for damages and verifying quantities Distributing deliveries in line with set timescales and targets Updating computer and/or manual systems to maintain accurate stock levels including the use of PDA hand-held devices (warehouse software) Putting materials away in stores after deliveries in accordance with stock control systems in place The Candidate This is a hands-on role that requires someone who is dependable, confident operating a Reach Truck, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Reliability is key we re looking for someone who will consistently deliver high standards and support day-to-day warehouse operations with care and attention. Essential Skills & Experience: Valid and up-to-date Reach Truck license Proven experience in a warehouse environment, including picking and packing A reliable and punctual individual with a strong work ethic Confident using warehouse systems, including handheld PDA devices Able to work independently and manage time effectively A positive attitude, with good attention to detail and strong teamwork skills Flexible to work on a rotating shift pattern Other information: A pre-employment Drugs & Alcohol test and Medical must be passed prior to start. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. 1. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. 2. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. 3. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. 4. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.
Sep 22, 2025
Contractor
Are you an experienced Warehouse Operator with a valid and up-to-date Reach Truck license? Ford & Stanley The Rail Recruitment Experts are seeking Warehouse Operatives to join a leading global Rolling Stock Manufacturing company based at their purpose built factory in Newport, South Wales. Location: Newport, Wales Hours: Monday to Thursday 7am -4 pm / Friday 7 - 1pm Role and Responsibilities: As a Warehouse Operator, your role will rotate around a variety of key warehouse duties no two weeks will look the same. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to build a wide range of warehouse skills. You'll be involved in different aspects of the operation, helping ensure everything runs smoothly from goods inwards to stock control. Your responsibilities will include: Operating a Reach Truck Cycle counting of inventory and updating the internal system Taking delivery of goods inwards using forklift trucks, and/or other lifting equipment where required ensuring the safe and efficient loading, unloading, and movement of materials across the site Ensuring materials are checked off accurately and promptly, inspecting for damages and verifying quantities Distributing deliveries in line with set timescales and targets Updating computer and/or manual systems to maintain accurate stock levels including the use of PDA hand-held devices (warehouse software) Putting materials away in stores after deliveries in accordance with stock control systems in place The Candidate This is a hands-on role that requires someone who is dependable, confident operating a Reach Truck, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Reliability is key we re looking for someone who will consistently deliver high standards and support day-to-day warehouse operations with care and attention. Essential Skills & Experience: Valid and up-to-date Reach Truck license Proven experience in a warehouse environment, including picking and packing A reliable and punctual individual with a strong work ethic Confident using warehouse systems, including handheld PDA devices Able to work independently and manage time effectively A positive attitude, with good attention to detail and strong teamwork skills Flexible to work on a rotating shift pattern Other information: A pre-employment Drugs & Alcohol test and Medical must be passed prior to start. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. 1. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. 2. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. 3. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. 4. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.