At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Manager - HR M&A Transactions What You'll Do As a Manager in HR M&A Transactions , you will play a key role in delivering complex, people focused M&A and restructuring engagements. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while providing strong leadership across delivery teams. Deliver complex HR M&A engagements Lead key people workstreams across M&A engagements across the full deal lifecycle, including Due Diligence, Sell & Separate and Buy & Integrate. Shape and deliver people led transformation programmes that enhance organisational performance and maximise deal value. Support in the preparation of high quality RFP responses and client proposals, ensuring timely, professional and compelling submissions. Ensure full compliance with EY's Quality and Risk Management (QRM) requirements, from client acceptance through to programme close. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and multi disciplinary EY delivery teams. Uphold EY's quality, risk and commercial standards across all engagements. Contribute to strengthening EY's reputation as a trusted advisor in HR M&A and people led transformation. Lead and develop teams Act as a coach and mentor within the HR M&A team Drive capability development, drawing on your SMR experience and practical insight. Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high performing team culture. Role model EY values, quality and client service excellence. Support the ongoing growth of the practice by building strong day to day relationships with clients and internal EY stakeholders, becoming a trusted "go to" advisor. Drive insight and value for clients Support the sales process by contributing to the development of client propositions, presentations and collateral. Play an active role in go to market initiatives Contribute to the development of EY tools, methodologies and points of view. Translate complex data, regulatory requirements and operational detail into clear, concise and actionable insights for clients. Operate as an SMR across the M&A lifecycle, with strong knowledge across key HR disciplines including organisational design and effectiveness, employee and industrial relations, benefits, communications and change management. Support sector development, representing the M&A People proposition and building collaborative cross functional relationships across EY. What You Bring We are seeking a Manager with strong delivery credentials and emerging commercial leadership: Experience across HR M&A, HR transformation, restructuring and people consulting. Proven ability to lead complex HR workstreams in both domestic and international contexts, working with diverse EY and client teams. Strong focus on the employee proposition, with a clear understanding of key risks, best practices and delivery within agreed time, cost and risk parameters. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging senior client leadership. Strong analytical capability combined with clear, structured communication and high impact presentation skills. Desirable: Experience across both buy side and sell side transactions, as well as organisational restructuring. Professional HR qualifications (e.g. CIPD) or a relevant degree. Experience working in large, global or highly regulated environments. Who Thrives Here This role is well suited to someone who is: Comfortable owning delivery and being accountable for outcomes. Confident operating in ambiguity and under tight timelines. Proven in providing calm, structured and professional leadership in complex programmes. Highly detail oriented, particularly across client delivery, programme management and QRM. Passionate about people, deals and transformation. Ambitious, motivated and committed to progressing their career within EY. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Manager - HR M&A Transactions What You'll Do As a Manager in HR M&A Transactions , you will play a key role in delivering complex, people focused M&A and restructuring engagements. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while providing strong leadership across delivery teams. Deliver complex HR M&A engagements Lead key people workstreams across M&A engagements across the full deal lifecycle, including Due Diligence, Sell & Separate and Buy & Integrate. Shape and deliver people led transformation programmes that enhance organisational performance and maximise deal value. Support in the preparation of high quality RFP responses and client proposals, ensuring timely, professional and compelling submissions. Ensure full compliance with EY's Quality and Risk Management (QRM) requirements, from client acceptance through to programme close. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and multi disciplinary EY delivery teams. Uphold EY's quality, risk and commercial standards across all engagements. Contribute to strengthening EY's reputation as a trusted advisor in HR M&A and people led transformation. Lead and develop teams Act as a coach and mentor within the HR M&A team Drive capability development, drawing on your SMR experience and practical insight. Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high performing team culture. Role model EY values, quality and client service excellence. Support the ongoing growth of the practice by building strong day to day relationships with clients and internal EY stakeholders, becoming a trusted "go to" advisor. Drive insight and value for clients Support the sales process by contributing to the development of client propositions, presentations and collateral. Play an active role in go to market initiatives Contribute to the development of EY tools, methodologies and points of view. Translate complex data, regulatory requirements and operational detail into clear, concise and actionable insights for clients. Operate as an SMR across the M&A lifecycle, with strong knowledge across key HR disciplines including organisational design and effectiveness, employee and industrial relations, benefits, communications and change management. Support sector development, representing the M&A People proposition and building collaborative cross functional relationships across EY. What You Bring We are seeking a Manager with strong delivery credentials and emerging commercial leadership: Experience across HR M&A, HR transformation, restructuring and people consulting. Proven ability to lead complex HR workstreams in both domestic and international contexts, working with diverse EY and client teams. Strong focus on the employee proposition, with a clear understanding of key risks, best practices and delivery within agreed time, cost and risk parameters. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging senior client leadership. Strong analytical capability combined with clear, structured communication and high impact presentation skills. Desirable: Experience across both buy side and sell side transactions, as well as organisational restructuring. Professional HR qualifications (e.g. CIPD) or a relevant degree. Experience working in large, global or highly regulated environments. Who Thrives Here This role is well suited to someone who is: Comfortable owning delivery and being accountable for outcomes. Confident operating in ambiguity and under tight timelines. Proven in providing calm, structured and professional leadership in complex programmes. Highly detail oriented, particularly across client delivery, programme management and QRM. Passionate about people, deals and transformation. Ambitious, motivated and committed to progressing their career within EY. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
Engineering Manager (FPGA, C++) candidates require an active SC clearance to start) Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months (rolling) Location: Gloucestershire Rate: £600-650 /day (inside IR35) We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a high-profile engineering programme, leading the delivery of complex software and hardware products within a secure environment click apply for full job details
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
Engineering Manager (FPGA, C++) candidates require an active SC clearance to start) Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months (rolling) Location: Gloucestershire Rate: £600-650 /day (inside IR35) We are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join a high-profile engineering programme, leading the delivery of complex software and hardware products within a secure environment click apply for full job details
Your New Company An internationally recognised technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join its International Tax team on a long-term contract basis. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, the business has a complex global tax footprint and places a strong emphasis on tax governance, compliance, reporting accuracy and process improvement. Your New Role As Senior Manager - International Tax Reporting & Compliance, you will play a key role in supporting all non-US tax matters across the group. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Tax, Finance, Treasury, Legal and FP&A, you will be responsible for managing international tax reporting and compliance obligations while helping drive process efficiencies. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations. Managing tax accounting requirements and maintaining tax reserves. Reviewing and overseeing direct tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Supporting Pillar Two compliance and Country-by-Country Reporting requirements. Assessing the financial statement impact of international tax positions under IFRS and US GAAP. Collaborating with Transfer Pricing teams on documentation and related filings. Supporting tax audits, planning projects and business initiatives where required. Driving automation and process improvement through tax technology and data analytics tools. Providing guidance and mentorship to junior members of the tax team. What You'll Need to Succeed To be successful in this position, you will be a qualified tax or accounting professional with substantial experience gained within either a large multinational organisation or a leading professional services firm. You will possess: A recognised accounting or tax qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent). Extensive experience in corporate tax reporting and compliance. Strong tax accounting and quarterly tax provisioning expertise. Knowledge of international tax regulations and global compliance frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced data analysis and process improvement capabilities. Exposure to the following would be highly advantageous: US GAAP tax reporting. Tax provision software such as OneSource. Alteryx or other automation tools. Pillar Two, BEPS, DAC6 and Country-by-Country Reporting. What You'll Get in Return Competitive contract rate. Long-term assignment with a strong likelihood of extension. Opportunity to work within a highly regarded international tax team. Exposure to complex multinational tax reporting and compliance matters. Flexible UK-based working arrangements. The chance to contribute to key strategic tax and transformation initiatives. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. If this role is not quite right for you, but you're seeking your next tax contract assignment, we'd be delighted to hear from you. 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 12, 2026
Seasonal
Your New Company An internationally recognised technology organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join its International Tax team on a long-term contract basis. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, the business has a complex global tax footprint and places a strong emphasis on tax governance, compliance, reporting accuracy and process improvement. Your New Role As Senior Manager - International Tax Reporting & Compliance, you will play a key role in supporting all non-US tax matters across the group. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Tax, Finance, Treasury, Legal and FP&A, you will be responsible for managing international tax reporting and compliance obligations while helping drive process efficiencies. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations. Managing tax accounting requirements and maintaining tax reserves. Reviewing and overseeing direct tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Supporting Pillar Two compliance and Country-by-Country Reporting requirements. Assessing the financial statement impact of international tax positions under IFRS and US GAAP. Collaborating with Transfer Pricing teams on documentation and related filings. Supporting tax audits, planning projects and business initiatives where required. Driving automation and process improvement through tax technology and data analytics tools. Providing guidance and mentorship to junior members of the tax team. What You'll Need to Succeed To be successful in this position, you will be a qualified tax or accounting professional with substantial experience gained within either a large multinational organisation or a leading professional services firm. You will possess: A recognised accounting or tax qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent). Extensive experience in corporate tax reporting and compliance. Strong tax accounting and quarterly tax provisioning expertise. Knowledge of international tax regulations and global compliance frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced data analysis and process improvement capabilities. Exposure to the following would be highly advantageous: US GAAP tax reporting. Tax provision software such as OneSource. Alteryx or other automation tools. Pillar Two, BEPS, DAC6 and Country-by-Country Reporting. What You'll Get in Return Competitive contract rate. Long-term assignment with a strong likelihood of extension. Opportunity to work within a highly regarded international tax team. Exposure to complex multinational tax reporting and compliance matters. Flexible UK-based working arrangements. The chance to contribute to key strategic tax and transformation initiatives. What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. If this role is not quite right for you, but you're seeking your next tax contract assignment, we'd be delighted to hear from you. 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)
Head Hunted Recruitment are proud to be working exclusively with an award winning business who are one of the largest in their sector and boasting a strong market presence. The business is a Norfolk based importer, manufacturer and distributor of branded consumer goods supplying professional trade merchants, and retail partners across the UK. The company are in the process of adding to their team by bringing in a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. This is a new position and requires an individual with a proven track record in a similar role. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will be a qualified accountant responsible for providing rigorous commercial and financial analysis to the CEO/CFO and the wider Senior Leadership Team. The role translates the operational realities of importing, manufacturing and distributing branded product landed cost, FX exposure, duty and freight, inventory holding, and channel/customer profitability into clear, decision-useful analysis that supports pricing, purchasing, and investment decisions. This is a hands-on role suited to a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) who is comfortable operating both strategically and at the transactional/data level in a business of this scale. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Key Responsibilities Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering Lead the annual sales and gross margin budget process and rolling forecasts (monthly/quarterly re-forecasts), coordinating input from Sales, Purchasing, Operations and Finance. Business partner with Sales and Commercial teams to model customer and product-line profitability, pricing decisions, rebate/discount structures, and promotional investment. Business partner with Purchasing/Supply Chain on landed cost modelling, covering FX rates, freight, duty, and supplier terms, and their impact on gross margin. Support the FC/CFO with board packs, investor/lender reporting, and ad hoc scenario modelling (e.g. new product launches, new supplier relationships, capex, warehouse investment). Take ownership of the accuracy of the master data across products, customers and suppliers, ensuring effective use of all relevant sources of data available to the business (eg EPOS data). Management Information & Reporting Own the monthly management accounts commentary and variance analysis to gross profit level (budget/forecast vs. actual), with clear narrative on margin, volume, mix, and FX/duty movements. Develop and maintain KPI dashboards covering gross margin by product/brand/customer, stock turn, SKU profitability, and channel performance (trade, retail, export). Improve the quality, automation, and timeliness of MI, reducing reliance on manual spreadsheets where practicable (e.g. via AI tools, BI tools, ERP reporting, Power Query). Margin, Working Capital & Risk Monitor and report on FX exposure arising from overseas purchasing, working with the FC on hedging strategy and rate risk where applicable. Analyse and optimise inventory levels, stock cover, and obsolescence risk across the product range, supporting working capital management. Track import duty, freight, and landed cost trends, flagging margin erosion risks early. Support pricing reviews to protect gross margin against cost inflation, FX movements, and competitor activity. Systems, Controls & Process Maintain and improve budgeting/forecasting models and reporting templates to GP level, ensuring a robust, auditable, single source of truth. Provide support to the Financial Controller/transactional finance team to ensure trial balance data supports accurate and timely FP&A reporting. Support system improvements/ERP or BI implementations relevant to reporting and planning. Ensure appropriate financial controls are in place around forecasting assumptions and reporting outputs. Leadership Line manage and develop junior finance/analyst resource as the team grows. Act as a key finance contact for non-finance stakeholders, translating financial analysis into commercially actionable insight. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Key Deliverables Accurate, timely monthly management information and variance commentary delivered to agreed deadlines. Robust annual budget and rolling forecast, with clear assumptions and sign-off from the FC/CFO. Demonstrable improvement in margin visibility by product, brand, and customer. Reliable FX/landed cost tracking that informs pricing and purchasing decisions. A reporting suite that is progressively automated and less reliant on manual data manipulation. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Person Specification Qualifications Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (essential). Experience Proven FP&A, commercial finance, or management accounting experience, ideally gained in a product-based business (import/distribution, wholesale, or FMCG background highly relevant). Experience of businesses with international/multi-currency purchasing and an understanding of landed cost, duty, and freight dynamics. Track record of owning budgeting and forecasting cycles and presenting analysis to senior stakeholders/boards. Experience working in a business of comparable scale (£10m £50m turnover) is preferred, where the role requires both strategic input and hands-on delivery. B2B experience, working closely with a product based business, manufacturer or consumer goods. Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Sage, NetSuite, SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel; experience with BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Power Query) is advantageous. Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial narrative. Confident communicator, able to business partner effectively with Sales, Purchasing, and Operations as well as senior Finance stakeholders. Commercially curious, with genuine interest in understanding product, pricing, and supply chain economics rather than pure reporting. Highly organised, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating in a smaller finance team where hands-on delivery is required alongside strategic input. Sound judgement and integrity, with a controls-conscious mindset. We are looking for an experienced finance professional reporting to the MD/FC, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future finance environment of a Norfolk based business by combining finance, data and automation to drive operational excellence. This is an office based role although occasional travel to our other local site will be required, it is essential that you have a full driving license. There is an extremely competitive salary on offer of circa £50,000 DOE plus a discretionary performance related bonus. Head Hunted Recruitment Services Ltd and associated clients are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customer
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
Head Hunted Recruitment are proud to be working exclusively with an award winning business who are one of the largest in their sector and boasting a strong market presence. The business is a Norfolk based importer, manufacturer and distributor of branded consumer goods supplying professional trade merchants, and retail partners across the UK. The company are in the process of adding to their team by bringing in a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. This is a new position and requires an individual with a proven track record in a similar role. The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will be a qualified accountant responsible for providing rigorous commercial and financial analysis to the CEO/CFO and the wider Senior Leadership Team. The role translates the operational realities of importing, manufacturing and distributing branded product landed cost, FX exposure, duty and freight, inventory holding, and channel/customer profitability into clear, decision-useful analysis that supports pricing, purchasing, and investment decisions. This is a hands-on role suited to a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) who is comfortable operating both strategically and at the transactional/data level in a business of this scale. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Key Responsibilities Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Partnering Lead the annual sales and gross margin budget process and rolling forecasts (monthly/quarterly re-forecasts), coordinating input from Sales, Purchasing, Operations and Finance. Business partner with Sales and Commercial teams to model customer and product-line profitability, pricing decisions, rebate/discount structures, and promotional investment. Business partner with Purchasing/Supply Chain on landed cost modelling, covering FX rates, freight, duty, and supplier terms, and their impact on gross margin. Support the FC/CFO with board packs, investor/lender reporting, and ad hoc scenario modelling (e.g. new product launches, new supplier relationships, capex, warehouse investment). Take ownership of the accuracy of the master data across products, customers and suppliers, ensuring effective use of all relevant sources of data available to the business (eg EPOS data). Management Information & Reporting Own the monthly management accounts commentary and variance analysis to gross profit level (budget/forecast vs. actual), with clear narrative on margin, volume, mix, and FX/duty movements. Develop and maintain KPI dashboards covering gross margin by product/brand/customer, stock turn, SKU profitability, and channel performance (trade, retail, export). Improve the quality, automation, and timeliness of MI, reducing reliance on manual spreadsheets where practicable (e.g. via AI tools, BI tools, ERP reporting, Power Query). Margin, Working Capital & Risk Monitor and report on FX exposure arising from overseas purchasing, working with the FC on hedging strategy and rate risk where applicable. Analyse and optimise inventory levels, stock cover, and obsolescence risk across the product range, supporting working capital management. Track import duty, freight, and landed cost trends, flagging margin erosion risks early. Support pricing reviews to protect gross margin against cost inflation, FX movements, and competitor activity. Systems, Controls & Process Maintain and improve budgeting/forecasting models and reporting templates to GP level, ensuring a robust, auditable, single source of truth. Provide support to the Financial Controller/transactional finance team to ensure trial balance data supports accurate and timely FP&A reporting. Support system improvements/ERP or BI implementations relevant to reporting and planning. Ensure appropriate financial controls are in place around forecasting assumptions and reporting outputs. Leadership Line manage and develop junior finance/analyst resource as the team grows. Act as a key finance contact for non-finance stakeholders, translating financial analysis into commercially actionable insight. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Key Deliverables Accurate, timely monthly management information and variance commentary delivered to agreed deadlines. Robust annual budget and rolling forecast, with clear assumptions and sign-off from the FC/CFO. Demonstrable improvement in margin visibility by product, brand, and customer. Reliable FX/landed cost tracking that informs pricing and purchasing decisions. A reporting suite that is progressively automated and less reliant on manual data manipulation. Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Person Specification Qualifications Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (essential). Experience Proven FP&A, commercial finance, or management accounting experience, ideally gained in a product-based business (import/distribution, wholesale, or FMCG background highly relevant). Experience of businesses with international/multi-currency purchasing and an understanding of landed cost, duty, and freight dynamics. Track record of owning budgeting and forecasting cycles and presenting analysis to senior stakeholders/boards. Experience working in a business of comparable scale (£10m £50m turnover) is preferred, where the role requires both strategic input and hands-on delivery. B2B experience, working closely with a product based business, manufacturer or consumer goods. Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Sage, NetSuite, SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel; experience with BI/reporting tools (Power BI, Power Query) is advantageous. Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial narrative. Confident communicator, able to business partner effectively with Sales, Purchasing, and Operations as well as senior Finance stakeholders. Commercially curious, with genuine interest in understanding product, pricing, and supply chain economics rather than pure reporting. Highly organised, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating in a smaller finance team where hands-on delivery is required alongside strategic input. Sound judgement and integrity, with a controls-conscious mindset. We are looking for an experienced finance professional reporting to the MD/FC, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future finance environment of a Norfolk based business by combining finance, data and automation to drive operational excellence. This is an office based role although occasional travel to our other local site will be required, it is essential that you have a full driving license. There is an extremely competitive salary on offer of circa £50,000 DOE plus a discretionary performance related bonus. Head Hunted Recruitment Services Ltd and associated clients are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customer
Title: Accountant (Property Services) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, 35 hours Location: Manchester, Trafford or Stratford, London Grade: 10 Salary: From 57,094 per annum (London weighted salary) Salary starting from 49,502 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working) Closing Date: 17/08/26 Interview Dates: 24 - 25/08/2026 Please click here for the role profile Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserve the right not to progress applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications/interview processes with L&Q in the previous 24 months. Join our Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance Team at L&Q: L&Q is one of the UK's largest housing associations and providers of social and affordable homes. We house around 250,000 people primarily across Greater London and Greater Manchester. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. Join L&Q and use your accounting expertise to have a real social impact-help drive the financial engine behind homes people can be proud of. You'll act as a trusted business partner, providing insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making, while ensuring compliance with financial standards and governance requirements. This is a great opportunity to work collaboratively across the business and contribute to improving financial performance. You'll report to the Finance Manager within the Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance team collaborating across Finance and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver L&Q's strategic objectives. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role and main duties: Deliver accurate management accounting services, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for designated business areas. Act as a business partner, providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and operational performance. Prepare and review annual budgets, quarterly reports, and statutory returns, ensuring compliance with Financial Reporting Standards and governance requirements. Perform monthly reconciliations, maintain financial records and systems, and liaise with external auditors during audits. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to drive efficiency, value for money, and continuous improvement in financial processes. Key relationships - Finance colleagues and internal stakeholders. Your work will ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and robust controls that support L&Q's financial resilience and strategic goals. What you'll bring (including essential and desirable requirements) : Essential: CCAB Qualified Accountant. Proven 3-years' experience business partnering, management reporting, interpretation of UK GAAP and IFRS and year-end audits within a busy Finance team. Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with ability to produce budgets, forecasts, and interpret financial data for decision-making. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including experience in business partnering and influencing stakeholders effectively. Advanced Excel skills and strong IT literacy, including proficiency in MS Office and business intelligence tools. Desirable: Experience in a property business or housing association environment Familiarity with Unit 4 systems (including FP&A) If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values, which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Find out more here . Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Title: Accountant (Property Services) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, 35 hours Location: Manchester, Trafford or Stratford, London Grade: 10 Salary: From 57,094 per annum (London weighted salary) Salary starting from 49,502 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working) Closing Date: 17/08/26 Interview Dates: 24 - 25/08/2026 Please click here for the role profile Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserve the right not to progress applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications/interview processes with L&Q in the previous 24 months. Join our Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance Team at L&Q: L&Q is one of the UK's largest housing associations and providers of social and affordable homes. We house around 250,000 people primarily across Greater London and Greater Manchester. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. Join L&Q and use your accounting expertise to have a real social impact-help drive the financial engine behind homes people can be proud of. You'll act as a trusted business partner, providing insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making, while ensuring compliance with financial standards and governance requirements. This is a great opportunity to work collaboratively across the business and contribute to improving financial performance. You'll report to the Finance Manager within the Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance team collaborating across Finance and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver L&Q's strategic objectives. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role and main duties: Deliver accurate management accounting services, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for designated business areas. Act as a business partner, providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and operational performance. Prepare and review annual budgets, quarterly reports, and statutory returns, ensuring compliance with Financial Reporting Standards and governance requirements. Perform monthly reconciliations, maintain financial records and systems, and liaise with external auditors during audits. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to drive efficiency, value for money, and continuous improvement in financial processes. Key relationships - Finance colleagues and internal stakeholders. Your work will ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and robust controls that support L&Q's financial resilience and strategic goals. What you'll bring (including essential and desirable requirements) : Essential: CCAB Qualified Accountant. Proven 3-years' experience business partnering, management reporting, interpretation of UK GAAP and IFRS and year-end audits within a busy Finance team. Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with ability to produce budgets, forecasts, and interpret financial data for decision-making. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including experience in business partnering and influencing stakeholders effectively. Advanced Excel skills and strong IT literacy, including proficiency in MS Office and business intelligence tools. Desirable: Experience in a property business or housing association environment Familiarity with Unit 4 systems (including FP&A) If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email (url removed) About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Our purpose is simple - to provide social homes and landlord services that everyone can be proud of. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values, which outline our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q - click here to read more. At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do. When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Find out more here . Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!
Quality Manager 55,000 - 60,000 + company pension & additional employee benefits Warwick Are you an experienced Quality Manager with experience of working in aerospace manufacturing? Does the thought of working for a well established, highly regarded defence manufacturer that can proudly boast about making parts for the famous Spitfire fighters before changing with the times and working with modern fighter jets? If so, we'd like to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to join an aerospace manufacturer with a reputation for excellence in Warwick. Managing a Quality Engineer in a small but extremely well run manufacturing facility you will be responsible for maintaining, and continuously improving the company's quality management system to ensure that all products meet customer , regulatory and industry requirements - including AS9100 and applicable customer specific quality clauses. As Quality Manager you will: - Own and maintain the AS9100 - certified QMS, including document control, procedures and work instructions - Serve as a management representative for internal and external audits - Lead internal audit programme and drive corrective / preventive action ( CAPA ) processes to closure. - Participate as a key member of the Product Development and implementation team. - Liaise with customers on all Quality related matters - Lead quality input into New Product Development and other new projects - Lead root cause analysis ( 8D, 5 Why, fishbone ) for internal and customer reported non conformances - Ensure compliance with applicable regulations ( Rolls Royce, RRP, RPS and FPA systems and procedures ) This is an exciting new role where you will be able to put your stamp on an already high performing quality function. Not only will you benefit from a competitive salary but will also be able to take advantage of a welcoming working environment, employee benefits, free parking and additional training and development. For immediate consideration, please forward your CV to Alex at Vibe Recruit today. Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Quality Manager 55,000 - 60,000 + company pension & additional employee benefits Warwick Are you an experienced Quality Manager with experience of working in aerospace manufacturing? Does the thought of working for a well established, highly regarded defence manufacturer that can proudly boast about making parts for the famous Spitfire fighters before changing with the times and working with modern fighter jets? If so, we'd like to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to join an aerospace manufacturer with a reputation for excellence in Warwick. Managing a Quality Engineer in a small but extremely well run manufacturing facility you will be responsible for maintaining, and continuously improving the company's quality management system to ensure that all products meet customer , regulatory and industry requirements - including AS9100 and applicable customer specific quality clauses. As Quality Manager you will: - Own and maintain the AS9100 - certified QMS, including document control, procedures and work instructions - Serve as a management representative for internal and external audits - Lead internal audit programme and drive corrective / preventive action ( CAPA ) processes to closure. - Participate as a key member of the Product Development and implementation team. - Liaise with customers on all Quality related matters - Lead quality input into New Product Development and other new projects - Lead root cause analysis ( 8D, 5 Why, fishbone ) for internal and customer reported non conformances - Ensure compliance with applicable regulations ( Rolls Royce, RRP, RPS and FPA systems and procedures ) This is an exciting new role where you will be able to put your stamp on an already high performing quality function. Not only will you benefit from a competitive salary but will also be able to take advantage of a welcoming working environment, employee benefits, free parking and additional training and development. For immediate consideration, please forward your CV to Alex at Vibe Recruit today. Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
As a Group Tax Manager you'll oversee tax compliance and provide strategic advice to ensure the organisation's tax affairs are managed effectively. This is a key role that supports an NFP organisation in navigating complex tax matters while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations Client Details A large, purpose-driven NFP business that plays a vital role in supporting communities across the UK. Description Manage the preparation and submission of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, Gift Aid and Employment Tax returns, ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations. Provide tax advice and assess the impact of business decisions from a tax perspective. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisers and HMRC. Keep up to date with changes in tax and accounting legislation and advise on any business impact. Identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency and reduce risk. Support the wider business with tax and technical accounting queries, projects and new initiatives. Act as the main point of contact for HMRC and manage all related correspondence. Assist with tax reporting and year-end accounting requirements. Strengthen financial controls and drive process improvements across the finance function. Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving issues where required. Help develop and implement finance policies and procedures in line with changing regulations and accounting standards. Enhance the use of finance systems and reporting capabilities. Lead on tax consultations and provide technical guidance across the organisation. Profile A successful Group Tax Manager should have: Professional tax or accountancy qualification essential (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Strong knowledge of UK tax laws, particularly VAT and corporate tax regulations. Proven track record in managing tax compliance and providing strategic tax advice. Experience working within the not-for-profit sector would be advantageous. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external advisors. Job Offer Salary of 75,000 - 80,000, dependent on the level of experience. 25 days annual leave. Hybrid working arrangements for flexibility. Healthcare cover and life assurance benefits. If you're interested in this role, apply now.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
As a Group Tax Manager you'll oversee tax compliance and provide strategic advice to ensure the organisation's tax affairs are managed effectively. This is a key role that supports an NFP organisation in navigating complex tax matters while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations Client Details A large, purpose-driven NFP business that plays a vital role in supporting communities across the UK. Description Manage the preparation and submission of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, Gift Aid and Employment Tax returns, ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations. Provide tax advice and assess the impact of business decisions from a tax perspective. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisers and HMRC. Keep up to date with changes in tax and accounting legislation and advise on any business impact. Identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency and reduce risk. Support the wider business with tax and technical accounting queries, projects and new initiatives. Act as the main point of contact for HMRC and manage all related correspondence. Assist with tax reporting and year-end accounting requirements. Strengthen financial controls and drive process improvements across the finance function. Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving issues where required. Help develop and implement finance policies and procedures in line with changing regulations and accounting standards. Enhance the use of finance systems and reporting capabilities. Lead on tax consultations and provide technical guidance across the organisation. Profile A successful Group Tax Manager should have: Professional tax or accountancy qualification essential (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Strong knowledge of UK tax laws, particularly VAT and corporate tax regulations. Proven track record in managing tax compliance and providing strategic tax advice. Experience working within the not-for-profit sector would be advantageous. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external advisors. Job Offer Salary of 75,000 - 80,000, dependent on the level of experience. 25 days annual leave. Hybrid working arrangements for flexibility. Healthcare cover and life assurance benefits. If you're interested in this role, apply now.
Procurement Manager/Senior Procurement Manager Procurement | Hands-On Delivery Location: Berkshire or Leicester (2 days a week) Contract: 6 months + Day Rate: up to £650 a day I am looking for an experienced Procurement Manager/Senior Procurement Manager to join the team and make an immediate impact across a range of procurement projects. This is a hands-on procurement delivery role for someone who enjoys being close to the detail; leading sourcing activity, managing tenders, negotiating with suppliers and delivering tangible commercial outcomes. If you're a procurement professional who likes to "do the doing" , this could be a great opportunity. The Role You'll work within established procurement strategies, taking business requirements and turning them into practical procurement solutions. You'll be responsible for supporting and leading multiple procurement projects, working closely with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver commercially robust outcomes. This is not a procurement transformation, operating model or governance-focused position. The priority is someone who can get involved quickly, take ownership and deliver. What We're Looking For We're looking for a broad procurement generalist with strong recent experience across the full procurement life cycle. You'll ideally have: Recent, hands-on end-to-end procurement experience Strong experience across sourcing, tendering, negotiation and contracting Experience managing RFI, RFQ and RFP processes A strong commercial mindset, with the ability to link procurement decisions to wider business objectives Proven supplier negotiation and contract award experience Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously Experience working within established procurement strategies and translating them into effective delivery A track record of delivering measurable savings and commercial value Direct Procurement Experience Recent direct procurement experience is highly desirable and will be prioritised. Particularly relevant experience includes: Direct Materials Electrical Components Engineering Components PPE Operational Materials Manufacturing Supply Chains Low Cost Country Sourcing If you have recent ownership of direct spend categories alongside broader procurement experience, we'd particularly like to hear from you. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Aug 11, 2026
Contractor
Procurement Manager/Senior Procurement Manager Procurement | Hands-On Delivery Location: Berkshire or Leicester (2 days a week) Contract: 6 months + Day Rate: up to £650 a day I am looking for an experienced Procurement Manager/Senior Procurement Manager to join the team and make an immediate impact across a range of procurement projects. This is a hands-on procurement delivery role for someone who enjoys being close to the detail; leading sourcing activity, managing tenders, negotiating with suppliers and delivering tangible commercial outcomes. If you're a procurement professional who likes to "do the doing" , this could be a great opportunity. The Role You'll work within established procurement strategies, taking business requirements and turning them into practical procurement solutions. You'll be responsible for supporting and leading multiple procurement projects, working closely with stakeholders and suppliers to deliver commercially robust outcomes. This is not a procurement transformation, operating model or governance-focused position. The priority is someone who can get involved quickly, take ownership and deliver. What We're Looking For We're looking for a broad procurement generalist with strong recent experience across the full procurement life cycle. You'll ideally have: Recent, hands-on end-to-end procurement experience Strong experience across sourcing, tendering, negotiation and contracting Experience managing RFI, RFQ and RFP processes A strong commercial mindset, with the ability to link procurement decisions to wider business objectives Proven supplier negotiation and contract award experience Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills The ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously Experience working within established procurement strategies and translating them into effective delivery A track record of delivering measurable savings and commercial value Direct Procurement Experience Recent direct procurement experience is highly desirable and will be prioritised. Particularly relevant experience includes: Direct Materials Electrical Components Engineering Components PPE Operational Materials Manufacturing Supply Chains Low Cost Country Sourcing If you have recent ownership of direct spend categories alongside broader procurement experience, we'd particularly like to hear from you. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICE DEVLOPMENT LEAD TO DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN THAT BREAK CYCLES OF CRIME AND IGNITE SYSTEM CHANGE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the SHiFT movement as Practice Development Lead for the North, supporting SHiFT's existing Practices in Manchester and Middlesbrough and the new Tees Remand Reduction Programme and Greater Manchester Remand Programme. The PDL North works under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change (North) and is the primary QA/QI resource for both programmes, holding close knowledge of every child's case, driving the learning-practice loop, and supporting Guides and Lead Guides to embed SHiFT's practice model in the remand context. This is a practitioner-facing, practice-quality role: you will spend the majority of your time alongside Guides, in Child and Family Practice Discussions, and in direct engagement with partner agencies. We especially welcome applicants with experience or knowledge of systemic practice, youth justice, remand, and/or fostering. Knowledge of the North East or Greater Manchester context is desirable. This is a social work qualified role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Practice Quality Assurance and Oversight: Hold detailed, current knowledge of each child's case and the Guide's work with them across both the Tees and GM programmes. Provide balanced, specific, and evidence-based challenge to Guide practice in accordance with SHiFT's practice principles and framework. Identify and amplify excellent practice; identify and address practice that does not uphold SHiFT's principles, escalating concerns to the Head of Place-Based Change promptly. Embed insider-outsider processes in accordance with SHiFT Ways and host organisation processes. Ensure safeguarding concerns are escalated promptly and in line with local arrangements across all four Tees LAs and GM. Use SHiFT's QA/QI framework to identify themes and patterns in practice - bringing these to the Head of Place-Based Change, Monthly Partnership Meetings, and SHiFT's Practice Committee. Child and Family Practice Discussions: Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly Child and Family Practice Discussions across the Tees and GM programmes using systemic approaches. Ensure CFPD discussions generate multiple hypotheses and keep the child's experience, not professional process, at the centre. Ensure SHiFT's Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppressive Practice approach is consistently applied in CFPDs, including naming racial disproportionality in remand decision-making. Support Guides to prepare for and follow through on actions arising from CFPDs. Maintain records of CFPD themes and learning and share with the Head of Place-Based Change for reporting. Remand Programme Support: Support the Head of Place-Based Change in developing the ISS+ model for the Tees remand context, adapting SHiFT's practice framework for court-facing, time-pressured work. Develop and maintain referral pathways with each of the four Tees YJS teams and with courts, working under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Support Guide induction into the remand context including court processes, bail law, custody suite practice, and bail support plan writing. Contribute to scoping work on remand foster care in Year 1, including mapping the existing fostering landscape and supporting learning from the BRICS model. Support Guides in understanding and navigating court processes, bail applications, and remand decision-making from day one. Learning, Evaluation and Influence: Coordinate programme data collection and case recording, ensuring Guides are recording accurately and consistently in Salesforce. Contribute to MoJ quarterly data packs and national evaluation returns, working with SHiFT's Learning and Impact team. Produce Impact Snapshots and contribute to Annual Partnership Reviews for governance bodies, under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Capture practice learning and case studies and share through SHiFT's knowledge management systems. Support the delivery of System Learning Workshops, multi-agency practice development events, and other programme learning activities. Work with SHiFT's Head of Impact to produce analysis and learning from practice. Stakeholder and Partnership Work: Build and sustain trusted working relationships with YJS Managers, courts, police, placement providers, education, health, and community partners across Tees and GM. Represent SHiFT at the Programme Steering Group and relevant YJ Management Boards where directed by the Head of Place-Based Change. Build up relationships and learning with national areas leading on remand fostering, custody transitions, and court-based practice. Support judicial engagement activities alongside the Head of Place-Based Change and the SHiFT Tees Team Manager. Qualifications Essential: Assessment Degree level or significant relevant experience in social work, youth work, health, psychology, criminal justice, or equivalent. Professional Social Work qualification. Desirable: Systemic practice training or qualification (e.g. Family Therapy, Systemic Practitioner). Evidence of continuing professional development. Knowledge Essential: Knowledge of SHiFT's practice model, Breaking Cycles, and systemic/relational approaches. Knowledge of youth justice legislation, remand processes, and court practice. Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma, and anti-oppressive practice. Knowledge of QA/QI frameworks in a practice context. Desirable: Knowledge of fostering and/or remand fostering models D AF, I Knowledge of the Manchester and/or North East context : YJS landscape, local systems, regional partnerships Knowledge of Salesforce or equivalent case management and data systems D AF Skills and Experience Essential: Experience of supervising, coaching, or developing practitioners in complex casework. Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating systemic practice discussions or reflective spaces. Experience of delivering or supporting intensive, relational work with children in the youth justice system Experience of working across multi-agency systems and influencing professional practice Ability to hold detailed knowledge of multiple cases simultaneously and provide accurate, specific challenge. Ability to produce high-quality written reports, case summaries, and learning outputs. Ability to build trusted relationships quickly across organisational and professional boundaries. Confident communicator at frontline and strategic level. Experience of data management, case recording, and contributing to programme reporting. Experience of setting up or scoping new services or programmes. Desirable: Experience of working across multiple local authority areas or in a geographically dispersed role. Personal Attributes Belief that every child can change and that a skilled, consistent relationship is the driver of that change Persistence, tenacity, and a 'can do' approach when systems make practice difficult. Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity; able to hold multiple competing priorities without losing grip on the detail. Commitment to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice as a non-negotiable foundation of the work. How to apply Send a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) addressed to Hilary Dixon, Director of Practice and Learning, and a CV with details of two referees by an email via the button below. Please mark your application 'PDL North'. The deadline for applications is 23.59 on 23 August 2026. SHiFT is an anti-racist and anti-oppressive systems change organisation. This includes monitoring how equitable our recruitment processes are at each stage for people with marginalised identities. We will use this data to take measurable anti-racist and anti-oppressive action, remove structural barriers for racially marginalised and other oppressed groups, and build a workforce culture rooted in equity, belonging, accountability and shared power. We need your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, but filling in this form is voluntary. All responses will be anonymous. See form here. Review our job application process here. We will not take up references without your permission. Please include your current notice period. There will be two rounds of interviews: a virtual staff panel, followed by a face-to-face interview with SHiFT and Tees partners. Dates to be confirmed. If you have any questions about the role before applying, please contact Sam Fern, Head of Practices () or Hilary Dixon ().
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
WE'RE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICE DEVLOPMENT LEAD TO DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN THAT BREAK CYCLES OF CRIME AND IGNITE SYSTEM CHANGE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the SHiFT movement as Practice Development Lead for the North, supporting SHiFT's existing Practices in Manchester and Middlesbrough and the new Tees Remand Reduction Programme and Greater Manchester Remand Programme. The PDL North works under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change (North) and is the primary QA/QI resource for both programmes, holding close knowledge of every child's case, driving the learning-practice loop, and supporting Guides and Lead Guides to embed SHiFT's practice model in the remand context. This is a practitioner-facing, practice-quality role: you will spend the majority of your time alongside Guides, in Child and Family Practice Discussions, and in direct engagement with partner agencies. We especially welcome applicants with experience or knowledge of systemic practice, youth justice, remand, and/or fostering. Knowledge of the North East or Greater Manchester context is desirable. This is a social work qualified role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Practice Quality Assurance and Oversight: Hold detailed, current knowledge of each child's case and the Guide's work with them across both the Tees and GM programmes. Provide balanced, specific, and evidence-based challenge to Guide practice in accordance with SHiFT's practice principles and framework. Identify and amplify excellent practice; identify and address practice that does not uphold SHiFT's principles, escalating concerns to the Head of Place-Based Change promptly. Embed insider-outsider processes in accordance with SHiFT Ways and host organisation processes. Ensure safeguarding concerns are escalated promptly and in line with local arrangements across all four Tees LAs and GM. Use SHiFT's QA/QI framework to identify themes and patterns in practice - bringing these to the Head of Place-Based Change, Monthly Partnership Meetings, and SHiFT's Practice Committee. Child and Family Practice Discussions: Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly Child and Family Practice Discussions across the Tees and GM programmes using systemic approaches. Ensure CFPD discussions generate multiple hypotheses and keep the child's experience, not professional process, at the centre. Ensure SHiFT's Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppressive Practice approach is consistently applied in CFPDs, including naming racial disproportionality in remand decision-making. Support Guides to prepare for and follow through on actions arising from CFPDs. Maintain records of CFPD themes and learning and share with the Head of Place-Based Change for reporting. Remand Programme Support: Support the Head of Place-Based Change in developing the ISS+ model for the Tees remand context, adapting SHiFT's practice framework for court-facing, time-pressured work. Develop and maintain referral pathways with each of the four Tees YJS teams and with courts, working under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Support Guide induction into the remand context including court processes, bail law, custody suite practice, and bail support plan writing. Contribute to scoping work on remand foster care in Year 1, including mapping the existing fostering landscape and supporting learning from the BRICS model. Support Guides in understanding and navigating court processes, bail applications, and remand decision-making from day one. Learning, Evaluation and Influence: Coordinate programme data collection and case recording, ensuring Guides are recording accurately and consistently in Salesforce. Contribute to MoJ quarterly data packs and national evaluation returns, working with SHiFT's Learning and Impact team. Produce Impact Snapshots and contribute to Annual Partnership Reviews for governance bodies, under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Capture practice learning and case studies and share through SHiFT's knowledge management systems. Support the delivery of System Learning Workshops, multi-agency practice development events, and other programme learning activities. Work with SHiFT's Head of Impact to produce analysis and learning from practice. Stakeholder and Partnership Work: Build and sustain trusted working relationships with YJS Managers, courts, police, placement providers, education, health, and community partners across Tees and GM. Represent SHiFT at the Programme Steering Group and relevant YJ Management Boards where directed by the Head of Place-Based Change. Build up relationships and learning with national areas leading on remand fostering, custody transitions, and court-based practice. Support judicial engagement activities alongside the Head of Place-Based Change and the SHiFT Tees Team Manager. Qualifications Essential: Assessment Degree level or significant relevant experience in social work, youth work, health, psychology, criminal justice, or equivalent. Professional Social Work qualification. Desirable: Systemic practice training or qualification (e.g. Family Therapy, Systemic Practitioner). Evidence of continuing professional development. Knowledge Essential: Knowledge of SHiFT's practice model, Breaking Cycles, and systemic/relational approaches. Knowledge of youth justice legislation, remand processes, and court practice. Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma, and anti-oppressive practice. Knowledge of QA/QI frameworks in a practice context. Desirable: Knowledge of fostering and/or remand fostering models D AF, I Knowledge of the Manchester and/or North East context : YJS landscape, local systems, regional partnerships Knowledge of Salesforce or equivalent case management and data systems D AF Skills and Experience Essential: Experience of supervising, coaching, or developing practitioners in complex casework. Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating systemic practice discussions or reflective spaces. Experience of delivering or supporting intensive, relational work with children in the youth justice system Experience of working across multi-agency systems and influencing professional practice Ability to hold detailed knowledge of multiple cases simultaneously and provide accurate, specific challenge. Ability to produce high-quality written reports, case summaries, and learning outputs. Ability to build trusted relationships quickly across organisational and professional boundaries. Confident communicator at frontline and strategic level. Experience of data management, case recording, and contributing to programme reporting. Experience of setting up or scoping new services or programmes. Desirable: Experience of working across multiple local authority areas or in a geographically dispersed role. Personal Attributes Belief that every child can change and that a skilled, consistent relationship is the driver of that change Persistence, tenacity, and a 'can do' approach when systems make practice difficult. Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity; able to hold multiple competing priorities without losing grip on the detail. Commitment to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice as a non-negotiable foundation of the work. How to apply Send a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) addressed to Hilary Dixon, Director of Practice and Learning, and a CV with details of two referees by an email via the button below. Please mark your application 'PDL North'. The deadline for applications is 23.59 on 23 August 2026. SHiFT is an anti-racist and anti-oppressive systems change organisation. This includes monitoring how equitable our recruitment processes are at each stage for people with marginalised identities. We will use this data to take measurable anti-racist and anti-oppressive action, remove structural barriers for racially marginalised and other oppressed groups, and build a workforce culture rooted in equity, belonging, accountability and shared power. We need your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, but filling in this form is voluntary. All responses will be anonymous. See form here. Review our job application process here. We will not take up references without your permission. Please include your current notice period. There will be two rounds of interviews: a virtual staff panel, followed by a face-to-face interview with SHiFT and Tees partners. Dates to be confirmed. If you have any questions about the role before applying, please contact Sam Fern, Head of Practices () or Hilary Dixon ().
WE'RE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICE DEVLOPMENT LEAD TO DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN THAT BREAK CYCLES OF CRIME AND IGNITE SYSTEM CHANGE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the SHiFT movement as Practice Development Lead for the North, supporting SHiFT's existing Practices in Manchester and Middlesbrough and the new Tees Remand Reduction Programme and Greater Manchester Remand Programme. The PDL North works under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change (North) and is the primary QA/QI resource for both programmes, holding close knowledge of every child's case, driving the learning-practice loop, and supporting Guides and Lead Guides to embed SHiFT's practice model in the remand context. This is a practitioner-facing, practice-quality role: you will spend the majority of your time alongside Guides, in Child and Family Practice Discussions, and in direct engagement with partner agencies. We especially welcome applicants with experience or knowledge of systemic practice, youth justice, remand, and/or fostering. Knowledge of the North East or Greater Manchester context is desirable. This is a social work qualified role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Practice Quality Assurance and Oversight: Hold detailed, current knowledge of each child's case and the Guide's work with them across both the Tees and GM programmes. Provide balanced, specific, and evidence-based challenge to Guide practice in accordance with SHiFT's practice principles and framework. Identify and amplify excellent practice; identify and address practice that does not uphold SHiFT's principles, escalating concerns to the Head of Place-Based Change promptly. Embed insider-outsider processes in accordance with SHiFT Ways and host organisation processes. Ensure safeguarding concerns are escalated promptly and in line with local arrangements across all four Tees LAs and GM. Use SHiFT's QA/QI framework to identify themes and patterns in practice - bringing these to the Head of Place-Based Change, Monthly Partnership Meetings, and SHiFT's Practice Committee. Child and Family Practice Discussions: Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly Child and Family Practice Discussions across the Tees and GM programmes using systemic approaches. Ensure CFPD discussions generate multiple hypotheses and keep the child's experience, not professional process, at the centre. Ensure SHiFT's Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppressive Practice approach is consistently applied in CFPDs, including naming racial disproportionality in remand decision-making. Support Guides to prepare for and follow through on actions arising from CFPDs. Maintain records of CFPD themes and learning and share with the Head of Place-Based Change for reporting. Remand Programme Support: Support the Head of Place-Based Change in developing the ISS+ model for the Tees remand context, adapting SHiFT's practice framework for court-facing, time-pressured work. Develop and maintain referral pathways with each of the four Tees YJS teams and with courts, working under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Support Guide induction into the remand context including court processes, bail law, custody suite practice, and bail support plan writing. Contribute to scoping work on remand foster care in Year 1, including mapping the existing fostering landscape and supporting learning from the BRICS model. Support Guides in understanding and navigating court processes, bail applications, and remand decision-making from day one. Learning, Evaluation and Influence: Coordinate programme data collection and case recording, ensuring Guides are recording accurately and consistently in Salesforce. Contribute to MoJ quarterly data packs and national evaluation returns, working with SHiFT's Learning and Impact team. Produce Impact Snapshots and contribute to Annual Partnership Reviews for governance bodies, under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Capture practice learning and case studies and share through SHiFT's knowledge management systems. Support the delivery of System Learning Workshops, multi-agency practice development events, and other programme learning activities. Work with SHiFT's Head of Impact to produce analysis and learning from practice. Stakeholder and Partnership Work: Build and sustain trusted working relationships with YJS Managers, courts, police, placement providers, education, health, and community partners across Tees and GM. Represent SHiFT at the Programme Steering Group and relevant YJ Management Boards where directed by the Head of Place-Based Change. Build up relationships and learning with national areas leading on remand fostering, custody transitions, and court-based practice. Support judicial engagement activities alongside the Head of Place-Based Change and the SHiFT Tees Team Manager. Qualifications Essential: Assessment Degree level or significant relevant experience in social work, youth work, health, psychology, criminal justice, or equivalent. Professional Social Work qualification. Desirable: Systemic practice training or qualification (e.g. Family Therapy, Systemic Practitioner). Evidence of continuing professional development. Knowledge Essential: Knowledge of SHiFT's practice model, Breaking Cycles, and systemic/relational approaches. Knowledge of youth justice legislation, remand processes, and court practice. Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma, and anti-oppressive practice. Knowledge of QA/QI frameworks in a practice context. Desirable: Knowledge of fostering and/or remand fostering models D AF, I Knowledge of the Manchester and/or North East context : YJS landscape, local systems, regional partnerships Knowledge of Salesforce or equivalent case management and data systems D AF Skills and Experience Essential: Experience of supervising, coaching, or developing practitioners in complex casework. Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating systemic practice discussions or reflective spaces. Experience of delivering or supporting intensive, relational work with children in the youth justice system Experience of working across multi-agency systems and influencing professional practice Ability to hold detailed knowledge of multiple cases simultaneously and provide accurate, specific challenge. Ability to produce high-quality written reports, case summaries, and learning outputs. Ability to build trusted relationships quickly across organisational and professional boundaries. Confident communicator at frontline and strategic level. Experience of data management, case recording, and contributing to programme reporting. Experience of setting up or scoping new services or programmes. Desirable: Experience of working across multiple local authority areas or in a geographically dispersed role. Personal Attributes Belief that every child can change and that a skilled, consistent relationship is the driver of that change Persistence, tenacity, and a 'can do' approach when systems make practice difficult. Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity; able to hold multiple competing priorities without losing grip on the detail. Commitment to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice as a non-negotiable foundation of the work. How to apply Send a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) addressed to Hilary Dixon, Director of Practice and Learning, and a CV with details of two referees by an email via the button below. Please mark your application 'PDL North'. The deadline for applications is 23.59 on 23 August 2026. SHiFT is an anti-racist and anti-oppressive systems change organisation. This includes monitoring how equitable our recruitment processes are at each stage for people with marginalised identities. We will use this data to take measurable anti-racist and anti-oppressive action, remove structural barriers for racially marginalised and other oppressed groups, and build a workforce culture rooted in equity, belonging, accountability and shared power. We need your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, but filling in this form is voluntary. All responses will be anonymous. See form here. Review our job application process here. We will not take up references without your permission. Please include your current notice period. There will be two rounds of interviews: a virtual staff panel, followed by a face-to-face interview with SHiFT and Tees partners. Dates to be confirmed. If you have any questions about the role before applying, please contact Sam Fern, Head of Practices () or Hilary Dixon ().
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
WE'RE LOOKING FOR A PRACTICE DEVLOPMENT LEAD TO DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL OUTCOMES FOR CHILDREN THAT BREAK CYCLES OF CRIME AND IGNITE SYSTEM CHANGE. This is an exciting opportunity to join the SHiFT movement as Practice Development Lead for the North, supporting SHiFT's existing Practices in Manchester and Middlesbrough and the new Tees Remand Reduction Programme and Greater Manchester Remand Programme. The PDL North works under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change (North) and is the primary QA/QI resource for both programmes, holding close knowledge of every child's case, driving the learning-practice loop, and supporting Guides and Lead Guides to embed SHiFT's practice model in the remand context. This is a practitioner-facing, practice-quality role: you will spend the majority of your time alongside Guides, in Child and Family Practice Discussions, and in direct engagement with partner agencies. We especially welcome applicants with experience or knowledge of systemic practice, youth justice, remand, and/or fostering. Knowledge of the North East or Greater Manchester context is desirable. This is a social work qualified role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Practice Quality Assurance and Oversight: Hold detailed, current knowledge of each child's case and the Guide's work with them across both the Tees and GM programmes. Provide balanced, specific, and evidence-based challenge to Guide practice in accordance with SHiFT's practice principles and framework. Identify and amplify excellent practice; identify and address practice that does not uphold SHiFT's principles, escalating concerns to the Head of Place-Based Change promptly. Embed insider-outsider processes in accordance with SHiFT Ways and host organisation processes. Ensure safeguarding concerns are escalated promptly and in line with local arrangements across all four Tees LAs and GM. Use SHiFT's QA/QI framework to identify themes and patterns in practice - bringing these to the Head of Place-Based Change, Monthly Partnership Meetings, and SHiFT's Practice Committee. Child and Family Practice Discussions: Facilitate or co-facilitate weekly Child and Family Practice Discussions across the Tees and GM programmes using systemic approaches. Ensure CFPD discussions generate multiple hypotheses and keep the child's experience, not professional process, at the centre. Ensure SHiFT's Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppressive Practice approach is consistently applied in CFPDs, including naming racial disproportionality in remand decision-making. Support Guides to prepare for and follow through on actions arising from CFPDs. Maintain records of CFPD themes and learning and share with the Head of Place-Based Change for reporting. Remand Programme Support: Support the Head of Place-Based Change in developing the ISS+ model for the Tees remand context, adapting SHiFT's practice framework for court-facing, time-pressured work. Develop and maintain referral pathways with each of the four Tees YJS teams and with courts, working under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Support Guide induction into the remand context including court processes, bail law, custody suite practice, and bail support plan writing. Contribute to scoping work on remand foster care in Year 1, including mapping the existing fostering landscape and supporting learning from the BRICS model. Support Guides in understanding and navigating court processes, bail applications, and remand decision-making from day one. Learning, Evaluation and Influence: Coordinate programme data collection and case recording, ensuring Guides are recording accurately and consistently in Salesforce. Contribute to MoJ quarterly data packs and national evaluation returns, working with SHiFT's Learning and Impact team. Produce Impact Snapshots and contribute to Annual Partnership Reviews for governance bodies, under the direction of the Head of Place-Based Change. Capture practice learning and case studies and share through SHiFT's knowledge management systems. Support the delivery of System Learning Workshops, multi-agency practice development events, and other programme learning activities. Work with SHiFT's Head of Impact to produce analysis and learning from practice. Stakeholder and Partnership Work: Build and sustain trusted working relationships with YJS Managers, courts, police, placement providers, education, health, and community partners across Tees and GM. Represent SHiFT at the Programme Steering Group and relevant YJ Management Boards where directed by the Head of Place-Based Change. Build up relationships and learning with national areas leading on remand fostering, custody transitions, and court-based practice. Support judicial engagement activities alongside the Head of Place-Based Change and the SHiFT Tees Team Manager. Qualifications Essential: Assessment Degree level or significant relevant experience in social work, youth work, health, psychology, criminal justice, or equivalent. Professional Social Work qualification. Desirable: Systemic practice training or qualification (e.g. Family Therapy, Systemic Practitioner). Evidence of continuing professional development. Knowledge Essential: Knowledge of SHiFT's practice model, Breaking Cycles, and systemic/relational approaches. Knowledge of youth justice legislation, remand processes, and court practice. Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma, and anti-oppressive practice. Knowledge of QA/QI frameworks in a practice context. Desirable: Knowledge of fostering and/or remand fostering models D AF, I Knowledge of the Manchester and/or North East context : YJS landscape, local systems, regional partnerships Knowledge of Salesforce or equivalent case management and data systems D AF Skills and Experience Essential: Experience of supervising, coaching, or developing practitioners in complex casework. Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating systemic practice discussions or reflective spaces. Experience of delivering or supporting intensive, relational work with children in the youth justice system Experience of working across multi-agency systems and influencing professional practice Ability to hold detailed knowledge of multiple cases simultaneously and provide accurate, specific challenge. Ability to produce high-quality written reports, case summaries, and learning outputs. Ability to build trusted relationships quickly across organisational and professional boundaries. Confident communicator at frontline and strategic level. Experience of data management, case recording, and contributing to programme reporting. Experience of setting up or scoping new services or programmes. Desirable: Experience of working across multiple local authority areas or in a geographically dispersed role. Personal Attributes Belief that every child can change and that a skilled, consistent relationship is the driver of that change Persistence, tenacity, and a 'can do' approach when systems make practice difficult. Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity; able to hold multiple competing priorities without losing grip on the detail. Commitment to anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice as a non-negotiable foundation of the work. How to apply Send a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) addressed to Hilary Dixon, Director of Practice and Learning, and a CV with details of two referees by an email via the button below. Please mark your application 'PDL North'. The deadline for applications is 23.59 on 23 August 2026. SHiFT is an anti-racist and anti-oppressive systems change organisation. This includes monitoring how equitable our recruitment processes are at each stage for people with marginalised identities. We will use this data to take measurable anti-racist and anti-oppressive action, remove structural barriers for racially marginalised and other oppressed groups, and build a workforce culture rooted in equity, belonging, accountability and shared power. We need your help and co-operation to enable it to do this, but filling in this form is voluntary. All responses will be anonymous. See form here. Review our job application process here. We will not take up references without your permission. Please include your current notice period. There will be two rounds of interviews: a virtual staff panel, followed by a face-to-face interview with SHiFT and Tees partners. Dates to be confirmed. If you have any questions about the role before applying, please contact Sam Fern, Head of Practices () or Hilary Dixon ().
Software Integration Engineer Up to 60,000 Automotive Technology South Norfolk We're partnering with a world-leading motorsport and automotive simulation company looking for an Integration Engineer to join their growing Simulator team. You'll be responsible for integrating industry-leading software and hardware into cutting-edge Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulator platforms used by some of the most innovative engineering organisations in the world. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on bespoke customer projects, collaborating with simulation, software, and project engineering teams to deliver highly technical solutions that push the boundaries of vehicle simulation. What you'll be doing Integrate third-party software and hardware into advanced Driver-in-the-Loop simulator platforms. Design and implement robust interfaces between complex engineering systems. Develop modular integration solutions that support a wide range of customer technologies. Configure and maintain connections across multiple software and hardware platforms. Work closely with Simulation Engineers, Software Engineers and Project Managers to deliver customer projects successfully. Support customer engineering teams throughout project delivery, troubleshooting and resolving technical integration challenges. Participate in system commissioning, validation and acceptance testing. Travel occasionally within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning. What we're looking for You'll have a strong systems engineering mindset and enjoy understanding how complex technologies interact. We're particularly interested in engineers with: A degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 2+ years of commercial experience integrating software within engineering environments. Strong experience with MATLAB and Simulink. Experience integrating one or more simulation or modeling platforms such as AVL VSM, IPG CarMaker, CarSim, TruckSim or BikeSim, VICarRT, rFpro, Unity or Unreal Engine, Cosin FTire, Fraunhofer CDTire Experience working within structured, quality-focused engineering environments. Desirable experience Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: Real-time simulation platforms such as dSPACE HIL, Concurrent RT, or Adams RT. Automotive or motorsport engineering. Driver-in-the-Loop simulators. Vehicle dynamics, simulation, or control systems. A genuine enthusiasm for automotive technology, motorsport or driving simulation. Why Join: Salary up to 60,000 Company bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays State-of-the-art facilities Free on-site parking Pension & healthcare Life Assurance Study support and professional development opportunities Friendly and collaborative team culture Additional company benefits
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Software Integration Engineer Up to 60,000 Automotive Technology South Norfolk We're partnering with a world-leading motorsport and automotive simulation company looking for an Integration Engineer to join their growing Simulator team. You'll be responsible for integrating industry-leading software and hardware into cutting-edge Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulator platforms used by some of the most innovative engineering organisations in the world. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on bespoke customer projects, collaborating with simulation, software, and project engineering teams to deliver highly technical solutions that push the boundaries of vehicle simulation. What you'll be doing Integrate third-party software and hardware into advanced Driver-in-the-Loop simulator platforms. Design and implement robust interfaces between complex engineering systems. Develop modular integration solutions that support a wide range of customer technologies. Configure and maintain connections across multiple software and hardware platforms. Work closely with Simulation Engineers, Software Engineers and Project Managers to deliver customer projects successfully. Support customer engineering teams throughout project delivery, troubleshooting and resolving technical integration challenges. Participate in system commissioning, validation and acceptance testing. Travel occasionally within the UK and internationally to support customer installations and commissioning. What we're looking for You'll have a strong systems engineering mindset and enjoy understanding how complex technologies interact. We're particularly interested in engineers with: A degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 2+ years of commercial experience integrating software within engineering environments. Strong experience with MATLAB and Simulink. Experience integrating one or more simulation or modeling platforms such as AVL VSM, IPG CarMaker, CarSim, TruckSim or BikeSim, VICarRT, rFpro, Unity or Unreal Engine, Cosin FTire, Fraunhofer CDTire Experience working within structured, quality-focused engineering environments. Desirable experience Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: Real-time simulation platforms such as dSPACE HIL, Concurrent RT, or Adams RT. Automotive or motorsport engineering. Driver-in-the-Loop simulators. Vehicle dynamics, simulation, or control systems. A genuine enthusiasm for automotive technology, motorsport or driving simulation. Why Join: Salary up to 60,000 Company bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays State-of-the-art facilities Free on-site parking Pension & healthcare Life Assurance Study support and professional development opportunities Friendly and collaborative team culture Additional company benefits
Commercial Finance Manager - This 200m international FMCG group, operating in the brand and retail sectors is embarking on an exciting stage of growth and is creating a new role - Commercial Finance Manager (FP&A) - which will be key to its bottom line. Focussing on EBITDA and reporting directly to the CEO, the new Commercial Finance Manager will bring experience and commercial skills to the senior team - skills across FP&A, performance analysis, contract negotiation and business partnering, in order to drive margin improvement. This Commercial Finance Manager role will work closely with the CEO, the Board, the Sales Team, Suppliers, Licensors, Operations, Logistics, the Finance Team and other stakeholders in order to identify cost reduction and profit improvement initiatives. This is not a line finance role. It sits outside of the finance team, in FP&A, and has a strategic, commercial and analytical focus, liaising extensively with external stakeholders such as suppliers and licensors. The ideal candidate will have significant commercial acumen - will want to make a difference and see how his / her initiatives contribute directly to year-on-year EBITDA growth.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Commercial Finance Manager - This 200m international FMCG group, operating in the brand and retail sectors is embarking on an exciting stage of growth and is creating a new role - Commercial Finance Manager (FP&A) - which will be key to its bottom line. Focussing on EBITDA and reporting directly to the CEO, the new Commercial Finance Manager will bring experience and commercial skills to the senior team - skills across FP&A, performance analysis, contract negotiation and business partnering, in order to drive margin improvement. This Commercial Finance Manager role will work closely with the CEO, the Board, the Sales Team, Suppliers, Licensors, Operations, Logistics, the Finance Team and other stakeholders in order to identify cost reduction and profit improvement initiatives. This is not a line finance role. It sits outside of the finance team, in FP&A, and has a strategic, commercial and analytical focus, liaising extensively with external stakeholders such as suppliers and licensors. The ideal candidate will have significant commercial acumen - will want to make a difference and see how his / her initiatives contribute directly to year-on-year EBITDA growth.
This Interim FP&A Manager role in Bracknell is all about supporting the transport and distribution industry by providing financial planning and analysis expertise. You'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, helping the business make informed decisions through accurate reporting and forecasting. Client Details Following a period of change and continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to support the finance function and provide high-quality commercial insight to senior stakeholders. An organisation operating within the transport and distribution industry, based in Reading. Description Prepare detailed financial forecasts and budgets to support business strategy. Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision-making. Monitor and report on financial performance against targets. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies. Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes. Develop and maintain financial models to assess business scenarios. Provide clear and actionable recommendations based on data analysis. Profile A successful Interim FP&A Manager should have: Strong financial planning and analysis skills. Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools. Experience in the transport and distribution industry is advantageous. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders. A solid understanding of accounting principles and regulations. Job Offer Daily rate between £360 and £440, dependent on the level of experience. Temporary position offering flexibility in Thatcham. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Aug 11, 2026
Seasonal
This Interim FP&A Manager role in Bracknell is all about supporting the transport and distribution industry by providing financial planning and analysis expertise. You'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, helping the business make informed decisions through accurate reporting and forecasting. Client Details Following a period of change and continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to support the finance function and provide high-quality commercial insight to senior stakeholders. An organisation operating within the transport and distribution industry, based in Reading. Description Prepare detailed financial forecasts and budgets to support business strategy. Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision-making. Monitor and report on financial performance against targets. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies. Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes. Develop and maintain financial models to assess business scenarios. Provide clear and actionable recommendations based on data analysis. Profile A successful Interim FP&A Manager should have: Strong financial planning and analysis skills. Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools. Experience in the transport and distribution industry is advantageous. Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders. A solid understanding of accounting principles and regulations. Job Offer Daily rate between £360 and £440, dependent on the level of experience. Temporary position offering flexibility in Thatcham. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
FP&A Analyst - Reading - £300 per day - 12 month contract - 4 day per week from home I am currently recruiting for an FP&A analyst for my client based in Reading. The ideal candidate would have worked for a SAAS business and be available on short notice. Job Accountabilities/Targets: Ownership of Live Business Model, forecasting and analytics by Product Line Collaborate with department heads to continuously refine sales forecast Produce monthly Power BI financial and KPI reports for business stakeholders Support CFO and Leadership Team in budgeting process through data modelling, analytics, reporting and cross-team collaboration Complete regular variance analysis reports with commentary Prepare, analyse and cleanse historic data to provide accurate business trend analyses Collaborate with Sales Operations Manager to collate monthly sales bookings figures Communicate within and across teams to comprehend data and provide commentary Liaise with Marketing Team to complete Budget Book following final budget approval Work with finance team to improve accuracy of reporting and automation Competencies: Experience working in high volume, contracted recurring business Ability to work and interact with senior business stakeholders Experience with producing complex financial models involving sales mix, volume and margin % challenges such that flex and range of outcomes within tolerance is imperative. Strong and proven communication skills Proven ability to initiate and deliver change and have a proactive and creative approach to problem solving. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Aug 11, 2026
Seasonal
FP&A Analyst - Reading - £300 per day - 12 month contract - 4 day per week from home I am currently recruiting for an FP&A analyst for my client based in Reading. The ideal candidate would have worked for a SAAS business and be available on short notice. Job Accountabilities/Targets: Ownership of Live Business Model, forecasting and analytics by Product Line Collaborate with department heads to continuously refine sales forecast Produce monthly Power BI financial and KPI reports for business stakeholders Support CFO and Leadership Team in budgeting process through data modelling, analytics, reporting and cross-team collaboration Complete regular variance analysis reports with commentary Prepare, analyse and cleanse historic data to provide accurate business trend analyses Collaborate with Sales Operations Manager to collate monthly sales bookings figures Communicate within and across teams to comprehend data and provide commentary Liaise with Marketing Team to complete Budget Book following final budget approval Work with finance team to improve accuracy of reporting and automation Competencies: Experience working in high volume, contracted recurring business Ability to work and interact with senior business stakeholders Experience with producing complex financial models involving sales mix, volume and margin % challenges such that flex and range of outcomes within tolerance is imperative. Strong and proven communication skills Proven ability to initiate and deliver change and have a proactive and creative approach to problem solving. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Financial Planning Analyst Salary: £35,853 to £42,181 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Location: Poole, Dorset, England Location Description: Hybrid with the expectation to be in the office 2 days per week Interview Date: 1st, 2nd, 3rd September (TBC) Closing Date: Reference: 21856 About Us Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.We're looking for a Financial Planning Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis Team (FP&A). The Financial Planning Analyst supports the RNLI through providing accurate financial analysis, reporting and insight that helps the RNLI make informed decisions, use donors' money effectively and plan confidently for the future.The role will work closely with the Senior FP&A Analyst, FP&A Manager and Finance Business Partners to maintain the integrity of financial models, planning processes and management information used to support organisational decision-making. Some of the Benefits - Salary of £35,853 to £42,181 (dependent on experience)- Flexible working- 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays- Competitive pension scheme (employer contributions of up to 10% of basic salary)- Life assurance- Health cashplan option Your Role As a Financial Planning Analyst, you will be tasked with focusing on the following areas:- Support the preparation and coordination of monthly reporting, forecasts, budgets and longer-term planning activities - Maintain, update and validate financial models, planning tools and reporting outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency- Support the production of ad hoc analysis and management information that helps explain financial performance, trends, risks and opportunities- Assist with the consolidation, reconciliation and quality assurance of financial data used in reporting and planning processes- Support the delivery of change and transformation initiatives, including the implementation of new planning, forecasting and reporting technologies- Maintain appropriate financial controls, documentation and governance standards within FP&A activities About You You'll be a collaborative team player who is adaptable and enjoys working accurately with close attention to detail. To be considered for the role, you will need:- Excellent level of numeracy and analytical capability (GCSE grade 5 & above or the O Level equivalent for both Maths and English)Experience analysing and interpreting financial or operational data - Strong Excel skills (PowerQuery, XLOOKUPs, Pivots, etc) and confidence working with large volumes of information using data cubes- The ability to communicate findings clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues- The ability to work independently and follow process notes accuratelySo, if you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of FP&A at the RNLI while supporting its lifesaving mission, please apply via the button shown. Safeguarding The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person's health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process). Diversity at the RNLI Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable) and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Financial Planning Analyst Salary: £35,853 to £42,181 (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Location: Poole, Dorset, England Location Description: Hybrid with the expectation to be in the office 2 days per week Interview Date: 1st, 2nd, 3rd September (TBC) Closing Date: Reference: 21856 About Us Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.We're looking for a Financial Planning Analyst to join our Financial Planning and Analysis Team (FP&A). The Financial Planning Analyst supports the RNLI through providing accurate financial analysis, reporting and insight that helps the RNLI make informed decisions, use donors' money effectively and plan confidently for the future.The role will work closely with the Senior FP&A Analyst, FP&A Manager and Finance Business Partners to maintain the integrity of financial models, planning processes and management information used to support organisational decision-making. Some of the Benefits - Salary of £35,853 to £42,181 (dependent on experience)- Flexible working- 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays- Competitive pension scheme (employer contributions of up to 10% of basic salary)- Life assurance- Health cashplan option Your Role As a Financial Planning Analyst, you will be tasked with focusing on the following areas:- Support the preparation and coordination of monthly reporting, forecasts, budgets and longer-term planning activities - Maintain, update and validate financial models, planning tools and reporting outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency- Support the production of ad hoc analysis and management information that helps explain financial performance, trends, risks and opportunities- Assist with the consolidation, reconciliation and quality assurance of financial data used in reporting and planning processes- Support the delivery of change and transformation initiatives, including the implementation of new planning, forecasting and reporting technologies- Maintain appropriate financial controls, documentation and governance standards within FP&A activities About You You'll be a collaborative team player who is adaptable and enjoys working accurately with close attention to detail. To be considered for the role, you will need:- Excellent level of numeracy and analytical capability (GCSE grade 5 & above or the O Level equivalent for both Maths and English)Experience analysing and interpreting financial or operational data - Strong Excel skills (PowerQuery, XLOOKUPs, Pivots, etc) and confidence working with large volumes of information using data cubes- The ability to communicate findings clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues- The ability to work independently and follow process notes accuratelySo, if you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of FP&A at the RNLI while supporting its lifesaving mission, please apply via the button shown. Safeguarding The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person's health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process). Diversity at the RNLI Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable) and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
Business Development / Account Manager (Project Management & Consultancy) Location: London or commutable distance (with travel to other offices/client sites) Salary: 40,000 to 70,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Up to 16,000 performance-related bonus Benefits: 5,500 car allowance or company car The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen with a rapidly growing, leading international infrastructure and environmental consultancy. We are seeking a dynamic Sales / Account Manager to join our Energy, Transport & Infrastructure group. In this role, you will focus on expanding our Project Management & Consultancy (PM&C) service lines. You will drive business growth across critical sectors, including National Grid, Energy Distributors, Network Rail, National Highways, Public Sector bodies, and Tier 1 Contractors. Key Responsibilities Market Analysis & Account Planning Develop and execute strategic key account plans for prospective and existing clients. Create a market coverage plan to maximize visibility at major industry events. Promote company leaders and technical experts as industry thought leaders. Relationship & Pipeline Management Drive proactive new business lead generation through strategic networking, cold calling, and prospecting. Conduct high-impact, face-to-face meetings with senior stakeholders to pitch capabilities and build deep commercial rapport. Utilize your industry network to uncover fresh leads and project opportunities. Foster relationships with potential delivery partners and procurement teams. Gather early market intelligence to shape bid strategies before RFPs drop. Secure company placement on approved supplier/bid lists for strategic accounts. Maintain robust CRM data, visit reports, and monthly sales pipeline documentation. Bids, Proposals & Strategy Close high-value sales orders and secure firm client commitments. Formulate winning strategies for complex project opportunities. Collaborate with the bid team to write high-impact, persuasive proposals. Lead specific bidding processes whenever required. Align closely with operations to match capability with client demands. What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria Experience: Extensive proven track record of success in sales, tendering environments, and new business lead generation. Deal Closing: Proven ability to run face-to-face meetings, negotiate complex terms, and successfully close business deals. Sector Background: Strong professional background within the construction or consultancy sectors. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Energy, Transport, or Infrastructure supply chain. Skills: Strong business development, commercial negotiation, and contract management skills. Communication: Exceptional presentation and rapport-building capabilities with senior stakeholders. Independence: A proactive, self-motivated worker who thrives on own initiative. Tools: Fully proficient in a digital environment (MS Office, Teams, CRM platforms). 52049KMA INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Business Development / Account Manager (Project Management & Consultancy) Location: London or commutable distance (with travel to other offices/client sites) Salary: 40,000 to 70,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Up to 16,000 performance-related bonus Benefits: 5,500 car allowance or company car The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen with a rapidly growing, leading international infrastructure and environmental consultancy. We are seeking a dynamic Sales / Account Manager to join our Energy, Transport & Infrastructure group. In this role, you will focus on expanding our Project Management & Consultancy (PM&C) service lines. You will drive business growth across critical sectors, including National Grid, Energy Distributors, Network Rail, National Highways, Public Sector bodies, and Tier 1 Contractors. Key Responsibilities Market Analysis & Account Planning Develop and execute strategic key account plans for prospective and existing clients. Create a market coverage plan to maximize visibility at major industry events. Promote company leaders and technical experts as industry thought leaders. Relationship & Pipeline Management Drive proactive new business lead generation through strategic networking, cold calling, and prospecting. Conduct high-impact, face-to-face meetings with senior stakeholders to pitch capabilities and build deep commercial rapport. Utilize your industry network to uncover fresh leads and project opportunities. Foster relationships with potential delivery partners and procurement teams. Gather early market intelligence to shape bid strategies before RFPs drop. Secure company placement on approved supplier/bid lists for strategic accounts. Maintain robust CRM data, visit reports, and monthly sales pipeline documentation. Bids, Proposals & Strategy Close high-value sales orders and secure firm client commitments. Formulate winning strategies for complex project opportunities. Collaborate with the bid team to write high-impact, persuasive proposals. Lead specific bidding processes whenever required. Align closely with operations to match capability with client demands. What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria Experience: Extensive proven track record of success in sales, tendering environments, and new business lead generation. Deal Closing: Proven ability to run face-to-face meetings, negotiate complex terms, and successfully close business deals. Sector Background: Strong professional background within the construction or consultancy sectors. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Energy, Transport, or Infrastructure supply chain. Skills: Strong business development, commercial negotiation, and contract management skills. Communication: Exceptional presentation and rapport-building capabilities with senior stakeholders. Independence: A proactive, self-motivated worker who thrives on own initiative. Tools: Fully proficient in a digital environment (MS Office, Teams, CRM platforms). 52049KMA INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Our client, a prominent organisation in the defence & technology sectors, is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager on a four-month contract basis. This role is essential for maintaining accurate payroll operations and ensuring seamless communication with key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Managing payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance Using Dayforce as the payroll provider to process payroll Liaising with the Finance and People Director to ensure accurate data collection and reporting Handling payroll transactions and resolving any technical issues that may arise Providing cover for upcoming absence within the payroll team Understanding and administering the rewards platform (Benifex) Conducting payroll operations through SFPT and addressing occasional technical problems Ensuring timely and accurate payroll submissions Job Requirements: Experience in managing payroll operations in various industries Strong background in finance and payroll processes Familiarity with Dayforce payroll system Understanding of rewards platforms, specifically Benifex Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data Proficient in addressing technical issues and ensuring smooth payroll processing Benefits: Competitive contract-based remuneration Opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative team Exposure to cutting-edge payroll technologies and platforms Professional development within the finance and technology sectors
Aug 11, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a prominent organisation in the defence & technology sectors, is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager on a four-month contract basis. This role is essential for maintaining accurate payroll operations and ensuring seamless communication with key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Managing payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance Using Dayforce as the payroll provider to process payroll Liaising with the Finance and People Director to ensure accurate data collection and reporting Handling payroll transactions and resolving any technical issues that may arise Providing cover for upcoming absence within the payroll team Understanding and administering the rewards platform (Benifex) Conducting payroll operations through SFPT and addressing occasional technical problems Ensuring timely and accurate payroll submissions Job Requirements: Experience in managing payroll operations in various industries Strong background in finance and payroll processes Familiarity with Dayforce payroll system Understanding of rewards platforms, specifically Benifex Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data Proficient in addressing technical issues and ensuring smooth payroll processing Benefits: Competitive contract-based remuneration Opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative team Exposure to cutting-edge payroll technologies and platforms Professional development within the finance and technology sectors
CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Southampton-based business to recruit a newly created FP&A Manager position. Following the successful award of significant new contracts, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment, creating a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join the team and help shape the future direction of the business. Working closely with the CFO this highly visible role will sit at the heart of financial planning and commercial decision-making. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting business growth, providing insight to senior stakeholders, and leading a variety of strategic projects that will drive long-term success. What will the FP&A Manager role involve? Leading the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across the business Developing and maintaining robust financial models, including supporting the creation of a long-term strategic forecast Providing meaningful commercial analysis and actionable financial insight to operational and senior management teams Partnering with stakeholders across multiple departments to support performance improvement and informed decision-making Monitoring business performance, identifying trends and opportunities to enhance profitability and efficiency Playing an instrumental role in the implementation of a new ERP system Driving continuous improvements in reporting processes, systems, and controls Suitable Candidate for the FP&A Manager vacancy: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or finance business partnering roles Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills Confident communicator with the ability to build trusted relationships across both finance and non-finance teams Motivated by growth, change and the opportunity to help influence business performance Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment Additional benefits and information: Private Medical Insurance Competitive pension scheme On-site parking Exposure to senior leadership and business-critical projects Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Southampton-based business to recruit a newly created FP&A Manager position. Following the successful award of significant new contracts, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment, creating a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join the team and help shape the future direction of the business. Working closely with the CFO this highly visible role will sit at the heart of financial planning and commercial decision-making. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting business growth, providing insight to senior stakeholders, and leading a variety of strategic projects that will drive long-term success. What will the FP&A Manager role involve? Leading the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across the business Developing and maintaining robust financial models, including supporting the creation of a long-term strategic forecast Providing meaningful commercial analysis and actionable financial insight to operational and senior management teams Partnering with stakeholders across multiple departments to support performance improvement and informed decision-making Monitoring business performance, identifying trends and opportunities to enhance profitability and efficiency Playing an instrumental role in the implementation of a new ERP system Driving continuous improvements in reporting processes, systems, and controls Suitable Candidate for the FP&A Manager vacancy: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or finance business partnering roles Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills Confident communicator with the ability to build trusted relationships across both finance and non-finance teams Motivated by growth, change and the opportunity to help influence business performance Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment Additional benefits and information: Private Medical Insurance Competitive pension scheme On-site parking Exposure to senior leadership and business-critical projects Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Southampton-based business to recruit a newly created FP&A Manager position. Following the successful award of significant new contracts, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment, creating a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join the team and help shape the future direction of the business. Working closely with the CFO this highly visible role will sit at the heart of financial planning and commercial decision-making. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting business growth, providing insight to senior stakeholders, and leading a variety of strategic projects that will drive long-term success. What will the FP&A Manager role involve? Leading the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across the business Developing and maintaining robust financial models, including supporting the creation of a long-term strategic forecast Providing meaningful commercial analysis and actionable financial insight to operational and senior management teams Partnering with stakeholders across multiple departments to support performance improvement and informed decision-making Monitoring business performance, identifying trends and opportunities to enhance profitability and efficiency Playing an instrumental role in the implementation of a new ERP system Driving continuous improvements in reporting processes, systems, and controls Suitable Candidate for the FP&A Manager vacancy: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or finance business partnering roles Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills Confident communicator with the ability to build trusted relationships across both finance and non-finance teams Motivated by growth, change and the opportunity to help influence business performance Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment Additional benefits and information: Private Medical Insurance Competitive pension scheme On-site parking Exposure to senior leadership and business-critical projects Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Southampton-based business to recruit a newly created FP&A Manager position. Following the successful award of significant new contracts, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment, creating a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join the team and help shape the future direction of the business. Working closely with the CFO this highly visible role will sit at the heart of financial planning and commercial decision-making. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting business growth, providing insight to senior stakeholders, and leading a variety of strategic projects that will drive long-term success. What will the FP&A Manager role involve? Leading the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes across the business Developing and maintaining robust financial models, including supporting the creation of a long-term strategic forecast Providing meaningful commercial analysis and actionable financial insight to operational and senior management teams Partnering with stakeholders across multiple departments to support performance improvement and informed decision-making Monitoring business performance, identifying trends and opportunities to enhance profitability and efficiency Playing an instrumental role in the implementation of a new ERP system Driving continuous improvements in reporting processes, systems, and controls Suitable Candidate for the FP&A Manager vacancy: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience within FP&A, commercial finance, or finance business partnering roles Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills Confident communicator with the ability to build trusted relationships across both finance and non-finance teams Motivated by growth, change and the opportunity to help influence business performance Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment Additional benefits and information: Private Medical Insurance Competitive pension scheme On-site parking Exposure to senior leadership and business-critical projects Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career development CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Barchester Healthcare are looking for an experienced and dedicated Administrator to join our team and play a pivotal role within the home's management team. Providing the General Manager with the support needed to ensure the efficient running of a high quality home, this varied position encompasses managing Customer Experience elements alongside, HR, Recruitment, Payroll, Finance and the supervision of junior members of the administration team. You'll need to be a self-sufficient and professional individual who is enthusiastic and promotes a positive image when communicating with others and talking about the home, creating a positive impression. Along with strong IT skills and excellent organisation, our Administrators will need to be comfortable in giving others direction. RESPONSIBILITIES Promote a warm and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitorsManage enquiries and showrounds of the home for prospective families, including managing the customer database appropriately to support the commercial performance and conversion of enquiries for the homeDrive the occupancy and reputation of the Care Home as part of a community engagement team Support resident and family feedback with a focus on customer care Assist with the recruitment of home staff, completing employment new starter checks and arranging inductionsPayroll preparation for home based staffProvide advice and guidance to employees on queries using the HR tools and resources availableEnsure that all personal files are stored securely Attend meetings and produce accurate notes and minutes where requiredEnsure all rotas are completeManage safe contents, petty cash, and resident fund accountsUpdate ad-hoc training, supervisions, and appraisals on staff recordsOffer guidance on staff development opportunities including signposting to Apprenticeships and qualifications NEED TO HAVE Experience in a customer facing rolePrevious involvement in HR administration and recruitment High level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritiseProficient user of Microsoft- specifically Word, Excel and OutlookCIPD qualification would be beneficial REWARDS AND BENEFITS Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspectionUnlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referralAccess to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarketsFree access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidenceConfidential and free access to counselling and legal servicesTax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of taxOption to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK As the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop your administrative career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
Barchester Healthcare are looking for an experienced and dedicated Administrator to join our team and play a pivotal role within the home's management team. Providing the General Manager with the support needed to ensure the efficient running of a high quality home, this varied position encompasses managing Customer Experience elements alongside, HR, Recruitment, Payroll, Finance and the supervision of junior members of the administration team. You'll need to be a self-sufficient and professional individual who is enthusiastic and promotes a positive image when communicating with others and talking about the home, creating a positive impression. Along with strong IT skills and excellent organisation, our Administrators will need to be comfortable in giving others direction. RESPONSIBILITIES Promote a warm and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitorsManage enquiries and showrounds of the home for prospective families, including managing the customer database appropriately to support the commercial performance and conversion of enquiries for the homeDrive the occupancy and reputation of the Care Home as part of a community engagement team Support resident and family feedback with a focus on customer care Assist with the recruitment of home staff, completing employment new starter checks and arranging inductionsPayroll preparation for home based staffProvide advice and guidance to employees on queries using the HR tools and resources availableEnsure that all personal files are stored securely Attend meetings and produce accurate notes and minutes where requiredEnsure all rotas are completeManage safe contents, petty cash, and resident fund accountsUpdate ad-hoc training, supervisions, and appraisals on staff recordsOffer guidance on staff development opportunities including signposting to Apprenticeships and qualifications NEED TO HAVE Experience in a customer facing rolePrevious involvement in HR administration and recruitment High level of attention to detail and the ability to prioritiseProficient user of Microsoft- specifically Word, Excel and OutlookCIPD qualification would be beneficial REWARDS AND BENEFITS Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500 for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspectionUnlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500 per referralAccess to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarketsFree access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidenceConfidential and free access to counselling and legal servicesTax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of taxOption to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK As the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop your administrative career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
