Finance Risk & Control Manager Location: Thorpe Park , Leeds, Hybrid working. Join us as a Finance Risk & Control Manager and help us strengthen and evolve our financial control environment. In this role, you'll work closely with teams across Finance and the wider business to identify and manage risk in a practical, proactive way-making sure the right controls are in place, understood and consistently applied. You'll play a key part in maintaining a clear and effective governance framework, supporting audits, keeping policies relevant and easy to follow, and turning insight into action through meaningful reporting. Just as importantly, you'll build strong relationships, challenge where needed and support teams to embed good risk and control practices into everyday decision-making. It's a great opportunity to make a visible impact, bring fresh thinking and help us continue to build a control environment that's robust, efficient and future-ready. What we are looking for: Fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA) with solid post-qualified experience, ideally within financial controllership Strong background in financial risk, internal controls or audit (typically 5-7 years), with a good understanding of frameworks such as COSO Confident working with accounting and auditing standards, alongside financial systems (e.g. Oracle) and data/BI principles Proven experience operating in complex, multi-entity or multinational environments, ideally within financial services A collaborative and organised approach, with strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities Effective communicator and influencer, comfortable working with and challenging senior stakeholders, with the ability to lead, coach and build capability within a team If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement - don't worry, still apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we're looking for. What you'll get: A discretionary annual bonus to reward your impact 3% flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover. Hybrid working for the best of both worlds-collaboration and focus. Free onsite parking , saving you time and money. Recharge and refresh opportunities with 28 days of holiday plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to five more-giving you more time for what matters most. Peace of mind with life assurance that supports your loved ones, no matter what. A culture that celebrates you and supports your wellbeing - with recognition awards, access to on-site gym facilities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives offered throughout the year to help you stay balanced, resilient and feeling your best. Encouragement to be your authentic self at work by joining one of our vibrant employee networks-like Rise (Gender), Proud (LGBTQIA+), Culture, or Spark (Neurodiversity & Disability) - and connect with a community that celebrates and supports you. So, who are we? We're on a mission to make credit work better for all. We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity, helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways. According to The Sunday Times, we're one of the best places to work in the UK, (we're proud to be on their 'Best Places to Work' list for the third-year running). Why? Because of the people who work here. Warm, welcoming, and super-talented. It's our people that make us great. We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge. Join us and from day one you'll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell, you'll be making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times. Ready to join us? At Lowell, we're committed to helping you grow-both personally and professionally. We provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to shape your career and thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whatever your identity - culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability - if you're passionate about making credit work better for everyone, we'd love to hear from you. Our strength lies in our people, and we're proud to build inclusive teams supported by benefits that help everyone succeed. Apply today and help shape a stronger, smarter financial control environment. If you need help with your application or have any questions about the adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Lowell Talent Team, who'll be more than happy to support you.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Finance Risk & Control Manager Location: Thorpe Park , Leeds, Hybrid working. Join us as a Finance Risk & Control Manager and help us strengthen and evolve our financial control environment. In this role, you'll work closely with teams across Finance and the wider business to identify and manage risk in a practical, proactive way-making sure the right controls are in place, understood and consistently applied. You'll play a key part in maintaining a clear and effective governance framework, supporting audits, keeping policies relevant and easy to follow, and turning insight into action through meaningful reporting. Just as importantly, you'll build strong relationships, challenge where needed and support teams to embed good risk and control practices into everyday decision-making. It's a great opportunity to make a visible impact, bring fresh thinking and help us continue to build a control environment that's robust, efficient and future-ready. What we are looking for: Fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA) with solid post-qualified experience, ideally within financial controllership Strong background in financial risk, internal controls or audit (typically 5-7 years), with a good understanding of frameworks such as COSO Confident working with accounting and auditing standards, alongside financial systems (e.g. Oracle) and data/BI principles Proven experience operating in complex, multi-entity or multinational environments, ideally within financial services A collaborative and organised approach, with strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities Effective communicator and influencer, comfortable working with and challenging senior stakeholders, with the ability to lead, coach and build capability within a team If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement - don't worry, still apply. Your unique perspective could be just what we're looking for. What you'll get: A discretionary annual bonus to reward your impact 3% flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle, whether that's extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover. Hybrid working for the best of both worlds-collaboration and focus. Free onsite parking , saving you time and money. Recharge and refresh opportunities with 28 days of holiday plus public holidays, and the option to buy up to five more-giving you more time for what matters most. Peace of mind with life assurance that supports your loved ones, no matter what. A culture that celebrates you and supports your wellbeing - with recognition awards, access to on-site gym facilities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives offered throughout the year to help you stay balanced, resilient and feeling your best. Encouragement to be your authentic self at work by joining one of our vibrant employee networks-like Rise (Gender), Proud (LGBTQIA+), Culture, or Spark (Neurodiversity & Disability) - and connect with a community that celebrates and supports you. So, who are we? We're on a mission to make credit work better for all. We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity, helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways. According to The Sunday Times, we're one of the best places to work in the UK, (we're proud to be on their 'Best Places to Work' list for the third-year running). Why? Because of the people who work here. Warm, welcoming, and super-talented. It's our people that make us great. We celebrate and share success, learn from failure, embrace change, and savour challenge. Join us and from day one you'll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell, you'll be making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times. Ready to join us? At Lowell, we're committed to helping you grow-both personally and professionally. We provide the tools, support, and opportunities you need to shape your career and thrive. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Whatever your identity - culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability - if you're passionate about making credit work better for everyone, we'd love to hear from you. Our strength lies in our people, and we're proud to build inclusive teams supported by benefits that help everyone succeed. Apply today and help shape a stronger, smarter financial control environment. If you need help with your application or have any questions about the adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Lowell Talent Team, who'll be more than happy to support you.
The Procurement & Commercial Manager will oversee procurement and commercial activities within the property department, ensuring processes are efficient and compliant. Based in London, this role is key to maintaining smooth operations and achieving value for money in the public sector. Client Details Our client is a large London local authority committed to delivering high-quality housing, repairs, maintenance and asset services to residents. As part of an ongoing transformation programme, they are seeking a Procurement & Commercial Manager to lead procurement, commercial governance and contract management activities across Housing Services. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to oversee major service contracts, drive value for money, manage contractor performance and support service improvement across repairs, maintenance and investment programmes. The successful candidate will manage a small commercial team while helping shape procurement strategy, strengthen contract governance and support regulatory priorities including damp & mould and disrepair. Description Lead procurement and commercial activities across Housing Services. Manage procurement exercises for repairs, maintenance, major works, professional services and housing-related contracts. Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and Council policies. Oversee contract mobilisation, onboarding and demobilisation of contractors. Manage procurement routes including Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), frameworks and direct awards. Maintain Housing Services' contract register and contract management systems. Provide commercial and contractual advice to operational teams and senior stakeholders. Oversee contract performance, KPI management, contractor compliance and commercial risk. Manage contract variations, change controls, extensions and renewals. Support pricing reviews, Schedule of Rates (SOR) management and value-for-money initiatives. Lead procurement planning, tender evaluations and contract award processes. Prepare reports, business cases, governance papers and procurement recommendations. Develop procurement procedures, guidance and contract management best practice. Support social value, sustainability and supplier diversity objectives. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants and legal advisors. Lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, Procurement Managers and Commercial Managers. Profile Significant experience in procurement, commercial management or contract management. Strong understanding of public sector procurement and governance requirements. Experience managing contractor mobilisation and demobilisation. Knowledge of housing repairs, maintenance, capital works or property services contracts. Strong commercial awareness including SOR contracts, valuations and cost control. Experience managing procurement exercises from strategy through to contract award. Proven track record of delivering value for money, efficiencies and commercial improvements. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills. Experience leading and developing commercial or procurement teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced operational environment. Job Offer Salary ranging from 66k- 70k Opportunity to shape procurement and commercial strategy across a large housing portfolio. Management responsibility for a growing commercial team. Exposure to high-profile repairs, maintenance and investment contracts. Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). 30 days annual leave plus public holidays. Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme. Strong professional development and career progression opportunities. Collaborative team culture with the opportunity to make a genuine impact for residents.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
The Procurement & Commercial Manager will oversee procurement and commercial activities within the property department, ensuring processes are efficient and compliant. Based in London, this role is key to maintaining smooth operations and achieving value for money in the public sector. Client Details Our client is a large London local authority committed to delivering high-quality housing, repairs, maintenance and asset services to residents. As part of an ongoing transformation programme, they are seeking a Procurement & Commercial Manager to lead procurement, commercial governance and contract management activities across Housing Services. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to oversee major service contracts, drive value for money, manage contractor performance and support service improvement across repairs, maintenance and investment programmes. The successful candidate will manage a small commercial team while helping shape procurement strategy, strengthen contract governance and support regulatory priorities including damp & mould and disrepair. Description Lead procurement and commercial activities across Housing Services. Manage procurement exercises for repairs, maintenance, major works, professional services and housing-related contracts. Ensure compliance with procurement legislation, governance requirements and Council policies. Oversee contract mobilisation, onboarding and demobilisation of contractors. Manage procurement routes including Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), frameworks and direct awards. Maintain Housing Services' contract register and contract management systems. Provide commercial and contractual advice to operational teams and senior stakeholders. Oversee contract performance, KPI management, contractor compliance and commercial risk. Manage contract variations, change controls, extensions and renewals. Support pricing reviews, Schedule of Rates (SOR) management and value-for-money initiatives. Lead procurement planning, tender evaluations and contract award processes. Prepare reports, business cases, governance papers and procurement recommendations. Develop procurement procedures, guidance and contract management best practice. Support social value, sustainability and supplier diversity objectives. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants and legal advisors. Lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, Procurement Managers and Commercial Managers. Profile Significant experience in procurement, commercial management or contract management. Strong understanding of public sector procurement and governance requirements. Experience managing contractor mobilisation and demobilisation. Knowledge of housing repairs, maintenance, capital works or property services contracts. Strong commercial awareness including SOR contracts, valuations and cost control. Experience managing procurement exercises from strategy through to contract award. Proven track record of delivering value for money, efficiencies and commercial improvements. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills. Experience leading and developing commercial or procurement teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced operational environment. Job Offer Salary ranging from 66k- 70k Opportunity to shape procurement and commercial strategy across a large housing portfolio. Management responsibility for a growing commercial team. Exposure to high-profile repairs, maintenance and investment contracts. Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home). 30 days annual leave plus public holidays. Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme. Strong professional development and career progression opportunities. Collaborative team culture with the opportunity to make a genuine impact for residents.
Salary up to 75,537, 37 annual leave days plus 11 bank holidays and discretionary days, hybrid working policy, competitive pension scheme and other employee benefits Hays Technology are working in partnership with a Higher Education establishment in Stoke-on-Trent to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will lead and manage the overall approach to cyber security and governance of all environments. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and continuously update the cyber security strategy, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements, establishing and enforcing cyber security policies, standards, and guidelines to protect assets and data. Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats and weaknesses in the organisation's infrastructure, implementing and overseeing risk management processes, ensuring that appropriate controls and countermeasures are in place to mitigate all identified risks. Lead the incident response efforts, including preparing for, detecting, and responding to cyber security incidents, ensure that an effective incident response plan is in place and regularly tested and managing post incident analysis and reporting to prevent future occurrences. Manage and mentor the cyber security team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring that the team has the necessary skills and tools to protect the organisation effectively, and oversee recruitment, training, and performance management. Ensure that the organisation complies with all relevant cyber security laws, regulations, and industry standards, with responsibility for internal and external cyber security audits, ensuring that any identified gaps are addressed promptly and certifications are maintained. Primary point of contact for cyber security matters, collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure a coordinated approach to cyber security, communicating cyber security risks, incidents, and strategies to senior management and other stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making. In order to apply, you must have the following skills and experience: Educated to degree level in Cybersecurity or computing-based subjects, or in possession of an equivalent professional qualification or relevant experience. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Chartered IT Professional (CITP) (BCS) or equivalent qualification or experience. Extensive experience of leadership at an appropriately senior level within higher education or similarly complex organisation, including management of staff and resources. Experience of gathering operational evidence on the performance of cyber security using vulnerability assessment tools. An awareness and understanding of networking and communication related concepts and cloud virtualisation techniques. If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV. 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 14, 2026
Full time
Salary up to 75,537, 37 annual leave days plus 11 bank holidays and discretionary days, hybrid working policy, competitive pension scheme and other employee benefits Hays Technology are working in partnership with a Higher Education establishment in Stoke-on-Trent to recruit a Cyber Security Manager on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will lead and manage the overall approach to cyber security and governance of all environments. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and continuously update the cyber security strategy, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements, establishing and enforcing cyber security policies, standards, and guidelines to protect assets and data. Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats and weaknesses in the organisation's infrastructure, implementing and overseeing risk management processes, ensuring that appropriate controls and countermeasures are in place to mitigate all identified risks. Lead the incident response efforts, including preparing for, detecting, and responding to cyber security incidents, ensure that an effective incident response plan is in place and regularly tested and managing post incident analysis and reporting to prevent future occurrences. Manage and mentor the cyber security team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, ensuring that the team has the necessary skills and tools to protect the organisation effectively, and oversee recruitment, training, and performance management. Ensure that the organisation complies with all relevant cyber security laws, regulations, and industry standards, with responsibility for internal and external cyber security audits, ensuring that any identified gaps are addressed promptly and certifications are maintained. Primary point of contact for cyber security matters, collaborating with other departments, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure a coordinated approach to cyber security, communicating cyber security risks, incidents, and strategies to senior management and other stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making. In order to apply, you must have the following skills and experience: Educated to degree level in Cybersecurity or computing-based subjects, or in possession of an equivalent professional qualification or relevant experience. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Chartered IT Professional (CITP) (BCS) or equivalent qualification or experience. Extensive experience of leadership at an appropriately senior level within higher education or similarly complex organisation, including management of staff and resources. Experience of gathering operational evidence on the performance of cyber security using vulnerability assessment tools. An awareness and understanding of networking and communication related concepts and cloud virtualisation techniques. If you have the relevant experience and would like to apply, please submit your CV. 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)
The IT Financial Operations Manager serves as the operational engine for the IT leadership team. This role bridges the gap between IT, Corporate Finance, and Executive Operations-ensuring financial precision, process compliance, and seamless business execution. A core focus of this role is embedding a digital and AI-first mindset across daily workflows: driving efficiency, automating administrative processes, and leveraging data to deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership (including the Regional CIO and CDO). 1. Financial & Operational Administration End-to-End Financial Oversight: Manage the IT Purchase Order (PO), invoicing, and financial administration lifecycles to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strict control compliance. Escalation & Resolution: Act as the primary escalation point for IT financial and vendor discrepancies, leading root-cause investigations and corrective actions. Finance & Year-End Alignment: Partner with IT Finance on coding, reporting alignment, and year-end accruals/close activities. Advise on annual BAU budget structures to match operational processes. 2. Process Governance, AI & Continuous Improvement Shared Service Support: Drive central IT Business Management support across Supplier Management, Performance, Data Office, and Compliance teams. AI & Digital Innovation: Actively identify and implement AI-enabled solutions and digital tools to automate manual administration, boost efficiency, and improve analytical insights. Supplier Governance: Oversee IT supplier service compliance, contractual governance, and vendor performance monitoring. 3. Reporting & Strategic Insights Performance Dashboards: Produce recurring monthly/quarterly IT performance reports, budget trackers, timesheet compliance, and PO metrics. Executive Decision-Making: Deliver clear, data-driven dashboards and insights for IT Leadership, the Regional CIO, and the IT Business Manager. 4. Executive Support & Enablement Leadership Support: Collate agendas and packs for Group IT Executive meetings; provide diary and administrative support to IT Leadership and the Chief Data Officer (CDO) as needed. Training & Onboarding: Design and deliver onboarding, process, and system training (e.g., CODA approval workflows). Manage IT contractor onboarding and extensions. Leadership Continuity: Act as deputy to the IT Business Manager on designated strategic and operational activities. Mandatory Skills Project Financial Management: Proven track record in IT PO management, budgeting, forecasting, and invoice reconciliation. Project Governance: Experience enforcing internal financial controls, vendor compliance, and operational frameworks. Project Planning: Demonstrated ability to plan, sequence, and execute complex year-end financial transitions and process improvements. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
The IT Financial Operations Manager serves as the operational engine for the IT leadership team. This role bridges the gap between IT, Corporate Finance, and Executive Operations-ensuring financial precision, process compliance, and seamless business execution. A core focus of this role is embedding a digital and AI-first mindset across daily workflows: driving efficiency, automating administrative processes, and leveraging data to deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership (including the Regional CIO and CDO). 1. Financial & Operational Administration End-to-End Financial Oversight: Manage the IT Purchase Order (PO), invoicing, and financial administration lifecycles to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strict control compliance. Escalation & Resolution: Act as the primary escalation point for IT financial and vendor discrepancies, leading root-cause investigations and corrective actions. Finance & Year-End Alignment: Partner with IT Finance on coding, reporting alignment, and year-end accruals/close activities. Advise on annual BAU budget structures to match operational processes. 2. Process Governance, AI & Continuous Improvement Shared Service Support: Drive central IT Business Management support across Supplier Management, Performance, Data Office, and Compliance teams. AI & Digital Innovation: Actively identify and implement AI-enabled solutions and digital tools to automate manual administration, boost efficiency, and improve analytical insights. Supplier Governance: Oversee IT supplier service compliance, contractual governance, and vendor performance monitoring. 3. Reporting & Strategic Insights Performance Dashboards: Produce recurring monthly/quarterly IT performance reports, budget trackers, timesheet compliance, and PO metrics. Executive Decision-Making: Deliver clear, data-driven dashboards and insights for IT Leadership, the Regional CIO, and the IT Business Manager. 4. Executive Support & Enablement Leadership Support: Collate agendas and packs for Group IT Executive meetings; provide diary and administrative support to IT Leadership and the Chief Data Officer (CDO) as needed. Training & Onboarding: Design and deliver onboarding, process, and system training (e.g., CODA approval workflows). Manage IT contractor onboarding and extensions. Leadership Continuity: Act as deputy to the IT Business Manager on designated strategic and operational activities. Mandatory Skills Project Financial Management: Proven track record in IT PO management, budgeting, forecasting, and invoice reconciliation. Project Governance: Experience enforcing internal financial controls, vendor compliance, and operational frameworks. Project Planning: Demonstrated ability to plan, sequence, and execute complex year-end financial transitions and process improvements. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Accounts Payable Project Manager Location: Brentwood, Essex Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 Benefits: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Christmas closure Hybrid working Pension scheme Private Healthcare We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Project Manager to join our client's Finance team and play a key role in shaping the future of their Accounts Payable function. This position combines project management, process improvement, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys delivering meaningful change. Working closely with Finance, IT, Procurement, Buying Teams, and external partners, you will lead strategic Accounts Payable initiatives, support system implementations, drive process efficiencies, and ensure robust controls and compliance across the business. Responsibilities Finance Transformation & System Implementation Lead Accounts Payable projects relating to ERP implementations, e-Invoicing solutions, and AP automation technologies. Support the deployment and optimisation of enterprise systems, ensuring successful adoption and delivery. Coordinate testing, user acceptance activities, demonstrations, and project sign-off processes. Work collaboratively with project teams, IT, Finance, Procurement, and external vendors throughout project lifecycles. Process Improvement & Standardisation Review and evaluate existing AP processes to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains. Develop and implement standardised procedures across multiple regions and business units. Produce monthly KCO Mapping reports and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Drive best practice adoption across Accounts Payable teams. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Build strong relationships with software providers, consultants, internal stakeholders, and key suppliers. Manage relationships with centralised suppliers, ensuring effective communication and operational efficiency. Conduct regular supplier meetings, oversee account reconciliations, and coordinate supplier recharge processes across all regions. Partner with the Head of AP to identify further supplier centralisation opportunities, including management of key relationships such as utility management providers. Change Management & Training Support teams through system and process changes. Create and maintain process documentation, training materials, and user guides. Deliver training sessions and provide ongoing support to Accounts Payable teams. Performance, Risk & Compliance Monitor and enhance PPPR statistics, working closely with regional AP teams to improve Days to Pay performance and overall service delivery. Ensure new systems and processes comply with financial regulations and internal control requirements. Identify and mitigate project and operational risks. Support fraud prevention initiatives through strong process governance and controls. NXG Management Oversee the day-to-day management of the NXG error reporting system. Work with stakeholders to explore and implement enhancement opportunities, including statement reconciliation solutions. Ensure system effectiveness and ongoing development in line with business requirements. Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrable experience leading cross-functional projects and business change initiatives. Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, controls, and best practices. Experience with finance and accounting systems, including ERP platforms such as COINS and Microsoft Dynamics 365. Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong organisational, planning, and problem solving skills. Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering projects to deadlines. Desirable Professional Accounts Payable qualifications, such as those offered by the Accounts Payable Association (APA). Experience within a multi-site or multi-region environment. Exposure to AP automation, e-Invoicing, and finance transformation projects. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Accounts Payable Project Manager Location: Brentwood, Essex Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 Benefits: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Christmas closure Hybrid working Pension scheme Private Healthcare We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Project Manager to join our client's Finance team and play a key role in shaping the future of their Accounts Payable function. This position combines project management, process improvement, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys delivering meaningful change. Working closely with Finance, IT, Procurement, Buying Teams, and external partners, you will lead strategic Accounts Payable initiatives, support system implementations, drive process efficiencies, and ensure robust controls and compliance across the business. Responsibilities Finance Transformation & System Implementation Lead Accounts Payable projects relating to ERP implementations, e-Invoicing solutions, and AP automation technologies. Support the deployment and optimisation of enterprise systems, ensuring successful adoption and delivery. Coordinate testing, user acceptance activities, demonstrations, and project sign-off processes. Work collaboratively with project teams, IT, Finance, Procurement, and external vendors throughout project lifecycles. Process Improvement & Standardisation Review and evaluate existing AP processes to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains. Develop and implement standardised procedures across multiple regions and business units. Produce monthly KCO Mapping reports and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Drive best practice adoption across Accounts Payable teams. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Build strong relationships with software providers, consultants, internal stakeholders, and key suppliers. Manage relationships with centralised suppliers, ensuring effective communication and operational efficiency. Conduct regular supplier meetings, oversee account reconciliations, and coordinate supplier recharge processes across all regions. Partner with the Head of AP to identify further supplier centralisation opportunities, including management of key relationships such as utility management providers. Change Management & Training Support teams through system and process changes. Create and maintain process documentation, training materials, and user guides. Deliver training sessions and provide ongoing support to Accounts Payable teams. Performance, Risk & Compliance Monitor and enhance PPPR statistics, working closely with regional AP teams to improve Days to Pay performance and overall service delivery. Ensure new systems and processes comply with financial regulations and internal control requirements. Identify and mitigate project and operational risks. Support fraud prevention initiatives through strong process governance and controls. NXG Management Oversee the day-to-day management of the NXG error reporting system. Work with stakeholders to explore and implement enhancement opportunities, including statement reconciliation solutions. Ensure system effectiveness and ongoing development in line with business requirements. Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrable experience leading cross-functional projects and business change initiatives. Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, controls, and best practices. Experience with finance and accounting systems, including ERP platforms such as COINS and Microsoft Dynamics 365. Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong organisational, planning, and problem solving skills. Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering projects to deadlines. Desirable Professional Accounts Payable qualifications, such as those offered by the Accounts Payable Association (APA). Experience within a multi-site or multi-region environment. Exposure to AP automation, e-Invoicing, and finance transformation projects. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Accountant to work with BAE Systems at their Broad Oak site, this role sits in the FP&A Project Performance job family and the jobholder will deliver ongoing support across Project Finance, as well as the wider Finance function. Duties will involve - Delivering customer focused Project Finance support as part of the Capability Centre, aiding the Business Unit in the effective and profitable delivery of customer projects by owning all Finance aspects of the project life cycle - Delivering best-in-class financial planning, analysis and insights, to all internal and external customers, to drive growth and deliver superior performance. - Contributing to the implementation of common and consistent Project Finance processes, a culture of performance excellence and right first time , and optimising key financial controls - Ensuring that the financial performance of projects is reported accurately and on time, producing forward forecasts so that stakeholders have the information required for effective decision-making. - Contributing to the modernisation of Project Finance and delivery of continuous improvement - Contributing to a data focused and digital culture whilst digitising ways of working through the support of implementation of digital project management, reporting and financial toolsets. Using dashboards to provide insights and improve performance. You will act as a trusted advisor to business on all project finance related outputs and deliverables, providing effective financial challenge, governance and support to the programme teams. Key duties will involve - Driving Business Performance: Production of timely insights, analysis and business intelligence to drive performance. Ensure synchronisation between evolving business performance and forecasting, proactively identifying and managing risks and opportunities. Ensure timely working capital cycle for projects and supporting decision makers in delivering strong project financial performance. - Budgeting & Forecasting: Production of quarterly forecasts and Annual Budgets (IBP) in conjunction with the Finance Business Partners. Support IPTs in forecasting financial estimates of costs to deliver projects and manage risks and opportunities, highlighting key information to the relevant FBPs - Reporting: Deliver accurate month end management reporting, on time, including Project reporting outputs (Summary Status Report and Contract Status Reports) Monthly management reporting with expert analysis and insights analysing in-year financial performance Balance sheet review parks Working Capital Reporting Orderbook Reporting - Project lifecycle support: Support project teams on whole life of projects, including initial setup, forecasting, trading, reporting and analysis, and closure. - Bid Support: Working alongside the relevant FBPs, provide a key bid support capability, to plan, coordinate and model financial inputs, ensuring quality inputs are provided to the FBPs / bid team. - Financial control: Operate robust and effective financial controls in line with Financial Control Framework and Finance Policies manual, collaborating with the Project Finance Process Owners, Finance Control and Governance. Support external and internal audit as required. - Process improvement: Contribute towards identifying and delivering improvements to processes within Project Finance. Support ongoing Finance Modernisation activity, in particular digital reporting improvements. - Systems improvement: Contribute towards system improvements and help support adoption of a data-centric and digital culture. Contribute to the wider UK finance systems strategy to ensure Project Finance requirements are captured and support programmes of work to deploy new systems and technology. - People Development: Support, develop and coach a team, ensuring collaborative working relationships with stakeholders and consistently ensure skills and experience are matched with business demands Accountable for - Continual improvement of procedures and working practices - Act as Process champion for relevant Project Finance Processes - Provide support and coaching for non-finance employees on related matters - To recruit, train and develop employees to ensure responsibilities are discharged in a professional manner. Knowledge: - Experience of working in MOD contracts would be an advantage - Experience of Project Finance and strong understanding of financial forecasting and reporting processes. - Knowledge of relevant accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP), incl. IFRS15 trading principles - Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel - Recognises best practice in applying financial controls. - Experience of using MRPs or ERPs (e.g. SAP) and financial reporting, forecasting and analytical tools (e.g. SAP BPC) The jobholder will be able to build a good rapport with stakeholders, be pro-active, a self-starter and have excellent communication skills. Contracting experience would be ideal. This role is full time and working 1-2 days per week on site. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. CIMA; ACCA; FCCA; ACMA; GCMA; ACA; AAT; project accountant; management accountant; reporting accountant; finance manager; finance controller; FPA; forecasting; audits; IRFS; IFRS15; SAP; MOD contracts
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Accountant to work with BAE Systems at their Broad Oak site, this role sits in the FP&A Project Performance job family and the jobholder will deliver ongoing support across Project Finance, as well as the wider Finance function. Duties will involve - Delivering customer focused Project Finance support as part of the Capability Centre, aiding the Business Unit in the effective and profitable delivery of customer projects by owning all Finance aspects of the project life cycle - Delivering best-in-class financial planning, analysis and insights, to all internal and external customers, to drive growth and deliver superior performance. - Contributing to the implementation of common and consistent Project Finance processes, a culture of performance excellence and right first time , and optimising key financial controls - Ensuring that the financial performance of projects is reported accurately and on time, producing forward forecasts so that stakeholders have the information required for effective decision-making. - Contributing to the modernisation of Project Finance and delivery of continuous improvement - Contributing to a data focused and digital culture whilst digitising ways of working through the support of implementation of digital project management, reporting and financial toolsets. Using dashboards to provide insights and improve performance. You will act as a trusted advisor to business on all project finance related outputs and deliverables, providing effective financial challenge, governance and support to the programme teams. Key duties will involve - Driving Business Performance: Production of timely insights, analysis and business intelligence to drive performance. Ensure synchronisation between evolving business performance and forecasting, proactively identifying and managing risks and opportunities. Ensure timely working capital cycle for projects and supporting decision makers in delivering strong project financial performance. - Budgeting & Forecasting: Production of quarterly forecasts and Annual Budgets (IBP) in conjunction with the Finance Business Partners. Support IPTs in forecasting financial estimates of costs to deliver projects and manage risks and opportunities, highlighting key information to the relevant FBPs - Reporting: Deliver accurate month end management reporting, on time, including Project reporting outputs (Summary Status Report and Contract Status Reports) Monthly management reporting with expert analysis and insights analysing in-year financial performance Balance sheet review parks Working Capital Reporting Orderbook Reporting - Project lifecycle support: Support project teams on whole life of projects, including initial setup, forecasting, trading, reporting and analysis, and closure. - Bid Support: Working alongside the relevant FBPs, provide a key bid support capability, to plan, coordinate and model financial inputs, ensuring quality inputs are provided to the FBPs / bid team. - Financial control: Operate robust and effective financial controls in line with Financial Control Framework and Finance Policies manual, collaborating with the Project Finance Process Owners, Finance Control and Governance. Support external and internal audit as required. - Process improvement: Contribute towards identifying and delivering improvements to processes within Project Finance. Support ongoing Finance Modernisation activity, in particular digital reporting improvements. - Systems improvement: Contribute towards system improvements and help support adoption of a data-centric and digital culture. Contribute to the wider UK finance systems strategy to ensure Project Finance requirements are captured and support programmes of work to deploy new systems and technology. - People Development: Support, develop and coach a team, ensuring collaborative working relationships with stakeholders and consistently ensure skills and experience are matched with business demands Accountable for - Continual improvement of procedures and working practices - Act as Process champion for relevant Project Finance Processes - Provide support and coaching for non-finance employees on related matters - To recruit, train and develop employees to ensure responsibilities are discharged in a professional manner. Knowledge: - Experience of working in MOD contracts would be an advantage - Experience of Project Finance and strong understanding of financial forecasting and reporting processes. - Knowledge of relevant accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP), incl. IFRS15 trading principles - Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel - Recognises best practice in applying financial controls. - Experience of using MRPs or ERPs (e.g. SAP) and financial reporting, forecasting and analytical tools (e.g. SAP BPC) The jobholder will be able to build a good rapport with stakeholders, be pro-active, a self-starter and have excellent communication skills. Contracting experience would be ideal. This role is full time and working 1-2 days per week on site. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. CIMA; ACCA; FCCA; ACMA; GCMA; ACA; AAT; project accountant; management accountant; reporting accountant; finance manager; finance controller; FPA; forecasting; audits; IRFS; IFRS15; SAP; MOD contracts
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manager to support a well-known international business. This is a fixed term contract offering exposure to a highly visible finance compliance function and the opportunity to influence control frameworks across a global organisation. Key Skills & Experience Experience in finance compliance, internal controls, risk management, or audit. Strong understanding of governance frameworks and financial risk management. Experience reviewing and improving control processes and documentation. Knowledge of financial systems and access controls. Professional accounting qualification preferred. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities Support the development and maintenance of the organisation's financial controls framework. Monitor and improve governance, risk, and compliance processes. Provide guidance on controls and risk-related matters across the business. Collaborate with internal and external assurance providers. Identify control risks and support remediation activities. Promote best practice and a strong culture of compliance and accountability. Benefits Opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation. Exposure to business-critical governance and transformation initiatives. Hybrid working environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Aug 14, 2026
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Manager to support a well-known international business. This is a fixed term contract offering exposure to a highly visible finance compliance function and the opportunity to influence control frameworks across a global organisation. Key Skills & Experience Experience in finance compliance, internal controls, risk management, or audit. Strong understanding of governance frameworks and financial risk management. Experience reviewing and improving control processes and documentation. Knowledge of financial systems and access controls. Professional accounting qualification preferred. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities Support the development and maintenance of the organisation's financial controls framework. Monitor and improve governance, risk, and compliance processes. Provide guidance on controls and risk-related matters across the business. Collaborate with internal and external assurance providers. Identify control risks and support remediation activities. Promote best practice and a strong culture of compliance and accountability. Benefits Opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation. Exposure to business-critical governance and transformation initiatives. Hybrid working environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Role: Project / Programme Manager Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Location: Remote Durtation: 6 months Overview Our client, a leading Financial Services organisation, is seeking an experienced Project / Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategic and high-profile finance reconciliation transformation programme involving the implementation of AutoRek . This is a business-critical role within a programme that has experienced delivery challenges and requires a strong delivery-focused professional capable of bringing structure, leadership, and momentum to a complex environment. Initially focused on a single phase of delivery, the programme is expected to expand into multiple concurrent phases and workstreams from Q4, creating a highly visible and strategically important engagement. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of the AutoRek implementation programme. Establish robust governance, planning, reporting, RAID management, and delivery controls . Manage delivery across Technology, Finance, Testing , and Business stakeholders . Build strong relationships with senior leaders while confidently challenging where necessary. Coordinate internal teams, SMEs, vendors, and third-party partners to ensure successful delivery. Drive programme milestones, manage dependencies, and maintain delivery momentum. Control scope and manage changes to ensure programme objectives remain achievable. Provide regular status updates and reporting to senior stakeholders and sponsors. Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and blockers proactively. Support the transition from a single delivery phase to a multi-phase programme structure. Essential Experience Extensive Project Management and/or Programme Management experience within Financial Services . Proven track record delivering finance transformation, reconciliation, accounting, regulatory, or finance systems programmes . Experience delivering AutoRek implementations or comparable reconciliation platforms. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate effectively at senior leadership level. Experience working across both Technology and Finance functions. Demonstrable success recovering, stabilising, or driving challenging programmes to completion. Strong knowledge of governance, planning, budgeting, risk, and dependency management. Desirable Experience Asset Management, Insurance, Wealth Management, or Banking sector experience. Experience managing multiple workstreams within large-scale transformation programmes. Understanding of finance testing processes and reconciliation controls. Experience with data migration, finance platforms, and systems integration initiatives. Ideal Candidate A seasoned Financial Services Project/Programme Manager with strong reconciliation and finance transformation experience, ideally including AutoRek, who can bring control, structure, and leadership to a challenging programme and successfully deliver against demanding business objectives.
Aug 14, 2026
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Role: Project / Programme Manager Type: Contract (Outside IR35) Location: Remote Durtation: 6 months Overview Our client, a leading Financial Services organisation, is seeking an experienced Project / Programme Manager to lead the delivery of a strategic and high-profile finance reconciliation transformation programme involving the implementation of AutoRek . This is a business-critical role within a programme that has experienced delivery challenges and requires a strong delivery-focused professional capable of bringing structure, leadership, and momentum to a complex environment. Initially focused on a single phase of delivery, the programme is expected to expand into multiple concurrent phases and workstreams from Q4, creating a highly visible and strategically important engagement. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of the AutoRek implementation programme. Establish robust governance, planning, reporting, RAID management, and delivery controls . Manage delivery across Technology, Finance, Testing , and Business stakeholders . Build strong relationships with senior leaders while confidently challenging where necessary. Coordinate internal teams, SMEs, vendors, and third-party partners to ensure successful delivery. Drive programme milestones, manage dependencies, and maintain delivery momentum. Control scope and manage changes to ensure programme objectives remain achievable. Provide regular status updates and reporting to senior stakeholders and sponsors. Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and blockers proactively. Support the transition from a single delivery phase to a multi-phase programme structure. Essential Experience Extensive Project Management and/or Programme Management experience within Financial Services . Proven track record delivering finance transformation, reconciliation, accounting, regulatory, or finance systems programmes . Experience delivering AutoRek implementations or comparable reconciliation platforms. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate effectively at senior leadership level. Experience working across both Technology and Finance functions. Demonstrable success recovering, stabilising, or driving challenging programmes to completion. Strong knowledge of governance, planning, budgeting, risk, and dependency management. Desirable Experience Asset Management, Insurance, Wealth Management, or Banking sector experience. Experience managing multiple workstreams within large-scale transformation programmes. Understanding of finance testing processes and reconciliation controls. Experience with data migration, finance platforms, and systems integration initiatives. Ideal Candidate A seasoned Financial Services Project/Programme Manager with strong reconciliation and finance transformation experience, ideally including AutoRek, who can bring control, structure, and leadership to a challenging programme and successfully deliver against demanding business objectives.
The client is undergoing a transformation of its Identity and Access Management practices including the delivery of a set of net new tools to overhaul how IAM is carried out in the industry. We are seeking an experienced IAM Delivery Lead - who has a good understanding of Identity Management and a successful track record of working in complex and global organisations at fast pace. The role will report to the Programme Manager and be part of a dynamic and highly skilled team. Key Responsibilities: Manage several of the Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Workstreams supporting the adoption of IAM across Global Business and Global Functions Work with the team using standard PM reporting practices ensuring JIRA & Confluence is kept up to date Support team in understanding and unblocking problems preventing progress Work with team to identify areas for continuous improvement across the programme Lead assigned internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver on the agreed scope Engage with business and technology stakeholders to agree priorities Proactively follow up with project resources and ensuring workstream delivers to the agreed schedule Highlight any concerns with progress to the programme manager to ensure delivery stays on track Effectively handing changes to plan, resourcing and new requirements Provide weekly reporting of status, risks and issues across the workstream Key Experience required: Strong project management skills Good technical understanding of DevOps, Jenkins, CI/CD Pipelines, Cloud and on-premise infrastructure platforms. Previous hands-on experience of delivering IAM projects Good technical understanding of IAM and controls capabilities and requirements Strong stakeholder engagement and excellent communication skills involving senior stakeholders Positive, pro-active team player working as part of a large programme / global team Good understanding of regulatory and audit requirement An inquisitive nature with a rapid aptitude for learning
Aug 14, 2026
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The client is undergoing a transformation of its Identity and Access Management practices including the delivery of a set of net new tools to overhaul how IAM is carried out in the industry. We are seeking an experienced IAM Delivery Lead - who has a good understanding of Identity Management and a successful track record of working in complex and global organisations at fast pace. The role will report to the Programme Manager and be part of a dynamic and highly skilled team. Key Responsibilities: Manage several of the Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) Workstreams supporting the adoption of IAM across Global Business and Global Functions Work with the team using standard PM reporting practices ensuring JIRA & Confluence is kept up to date Support team in understanding and unblocking problems preventing progress Work with team to identify areas for continuous improvement across the programme Lead assigned internal stakeholders and vendors to deliver on the agreed scope Engage with business and technology stakeholders to agree priorities Proactively follow up with project resources and ensuring workstream delivers to the agreed schedule Highlight any concerns with progress to the programme manager to ensure delivery stays on track Effectively handing changes to plan, resourcing and new requirements Provide weekly reporting of status, risks and issues across the workstream Key Experience required: Strong project management skills Good technical understanding of DevOps, Jenkins, CI/CD Pipelines, Cloud and on-premise infrastructure platforms. Previous hands-on experience of delivering IAM projects Good technical understanding of IAM and controls capabilities and requirements Strong stakeholder engagement and excellent communication skills involving senior stakeholders Positive, pro-active team player working as part of a large programme / global team Good understanding of regulatory and audit requirement An inquisitive nature with a rapid aptitude for learning
Interim IT Separation Lead Programme Manager We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Separation Lead Programme Manager to lead the end-to-end technology separation of a business unit as part of a strategic business separation programme. This is a high-impact role responsible for delivering the successful separation of approximately 200 users across 41 identified IT systems, services, and ensuring business continuity while minimising operational and technical risk. Reporting to the MD, you will take ownership of the planning, governance, and execution of the IT separation programme. You will work closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, third-party suppliers, and senior leadership to deliver a seamless transition within agreed timelines and budget. Key responsibilities include: Leading the end-to-end IT separation programme from planning through to execution. Developing and managing detailed separation plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and governance. Coordinating the separation of infrastructure, applications, data, user environments, and IT services. Ensuring business continuity throughout the transition with minimal disruption to users. Managing internal teams, external partners, and third-party vendors to deliver agreed outcomes. Identifying and mitigating technical, operational, and security risks. Providing regular programme updates and reporting to senior stakeholders. Overseeing cutover planning, testing, and post-separation stabilisation. You will be an experienced IT Programme Manager with a demonstrable track record of successfully delivering IT separations, carve-outs, acquisitions, or complex business transformation programmes, ideally within mid-sized UK organisations. You will bring: Proven experience leading IT separation or acquisition programmes from initiation to completion. Strong programme and stakeholder management skills. Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, and business-critical services. Experience managing multiple workstreams and third-party suppliers. Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on programme delivery. Strong communication and leadership skills with the confidence to engage at executive level. Technical Knowledge A strong understanding of the following technologies is essential: Microsoft 365 Windows environments Active Directory Cloud technologies Cybersecurity principles and controls Experience of data migration, identity separation, infrastructure transition, and user migration would be highly advantageous.
Aug 14, 2026
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Interim IT Separation Lead Programme Manager We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Separation Lead Programme Manager to lead the end-to-end technology separation of a business unit as part of a strategic business separation programme. This is a high-impact role responsible for delivering the successful separation of approximately 200 users across 41 identified IT systems, services, and ensuring business continuity while minimising operational and technical risk. Reporting to the MD, you will take ownership of the planning, governance, and execution of the IT separation programme. You will work closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, third-party suppliers, and senior leadership to deliver a seamless transition within agreed timelines and budget. Key responsibilities include: Leading the end-to-end IT separation programme from planning through to execution. Developing and managing detailed separation plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, and governance. Coordinating the separation of infrastructure, applications, data, user environments, and IT services. Ensuring business continuity throughout the transition with minimal disruption to users. Managing internal teams, external partners, and third-party vendors to deliver agreed outcomes. Identifying and mitigating technical, operational, and security risks. Providing regular programme updates and reporting to senior stakeholders. Overseeing cutover planning, testing, and post-separation stabilisation. You will be an experienced IT Programme Manager with a demonstrable track record of successfully delivering IT separations, carve-outs, acquisitions, or complex business transformation programmes, ideally within mid-sized UK organisations. You will bring: Proven experience leading IT separation or acquisition programmes from initiation to completion. Strong programme and stakeholder management skills. Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, and business-critical services. Experience managing multiple workstreams and third-party suppliers. Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on programme delivery. Strong communication and leadership skills with the confidence to engage at executive level. Technical Knowledge A strong understanding of the following technologies is essential: Microsoft 365 Windows environments Active Directory Cloud technologies Cybersecurity principles and controls Experience of data migration, identity separation, infrastructure transition, and user migration would be highly advantageous.
Project Manager - Business & Digital Transformation West Yorkshire Hybrid Working 50,000- 60,000 + Car Allowance This is not a traditional Project Manager role. We're partnering with a rapidly growing, private equity-backed organisation embarking on a major transformation programme that will redefine how the business operates. Having recently undergone significant investment and leadership change, the business has committed to a long-term digital, data and operational transformation strategy designed to support substantial growth and future acquisitions. As Project Manager, you'll join at the start of this journey, helping to shape and deliver a transformation programme spanning ERP, data, analytics, AI and business process redesign. Much of this would be viewed as sitting very much at the 'bleeding edge' of innovation. You'll work alongside an experienced transformation leader and play a key role in bringing structure, governance and delivery discipline to a fast-moving environment. The Opportunity The organisation is replacing legacy ways of working and building a modern digital ecosystem designed around data, automation and user experience. Current initiatives include: Enterprise-wide ERP transformation Modern data platform implementation Advanced reporting and analytics capability AI-led process improvement initiatives Business process redesign Future acquisition integration programmes Development of innovative digital products and services This is a rare opportunity to join a business at the beginning of a multi-year transformation programme and develop into a broader leadership role as the function grows. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple business and digital transformation initiatives simultaneously Develop and maintain programme plans, governance and delivery frameworks Coordinate internal stakeholders, delivery partners and external consultancies Drive business readiness, adoption and operational transition activities Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control processes Support ERP, data and technology-enabled transformation projects Translate complex concepts into clear and actionable plans Help bridge the gap between business operations, technology and change Act as a trusted deputy to the transformation leadership team when required About You We're looking for a strong Project Manager who understands how people, process, technology and data come together to drive business change. You'll likely bring: Experience delivering business and digital transformation projects SaaS, ERP or enterprise systems implementation experience Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience establishing governance, controls and reporting mechanisms A pragmatic approach to project delivery Excellent organisational and planning capabilities Confidence working alongside technical specialists and external partners Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to influence at multiple levels Desirable Experience Microsoft Dynamics 365 or ERP transformation programmes Data and analytics initiatives AI or emerging technology projects Private equity-backed organisations Mergers, acquisitions or business integration projects Operational transformation within multi-site organisations The Person Success in this role will come from your ability to combine structure with adaptability. You'll be calm under pressure, solutions-focused and comfortable operating in an environment where priorities evolve quickly. You'll enjoy helping people navigate change, bringing clarity to complexity and turning ambitious ideas into practical delivery plans. For someone with the right mindset and ambition, this role offers the opportunity to grow alongside a significant transformation programme and become a key figure in the organisation's future success.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Project Manager - Business & Digital Transformation West Yorkshire Hybrid Working 50,000- 60,000 + Car Allowance This is not a traditional Project Manager role. We're partnering with a rapidly growing, private equity-backed organisation embarking on a major transformation programme that will redefine how the business operates. Having recently undergone significant investment and leadership change, the business has committed to a long-term digital, data and operational transformation strategy designed to support substantial growth and future acquisitions. As Project Manager, you'll join at the start of this journey, helping to shape and deliver a transformation programme spanning ERP, data, analytics, AI and business process redesign. Much of this would be viewed as sitting very much at the 'bleeding edge' of innovation. You'll work alongside an experienced transformation leader and play a key role in bringing structure, governance and delivery discipline to a fast-moving environment. The Opportunity The organisation is replacing legacy ways of working and building a modern digital ecosystem designed around data, automation and user experience. Current initiatives include: Enterprise-wide ERP transformation Modern data platform implementation Advanced reporting and analytics capability AI-led process improvement initiatives Business process redesign Future acquisition integration programmes Development of innovative digital products and services This is a rare opportunity to join a business at the beginning of a multi-year transformation programme and develop into a broader leadership role as the function grows. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple business and digital transformation initiatives simultaneously Develop and maintain programme plans, governance and delivery frameworks Coordinate internal stakeholders, delivery partners and external consultancies Drive business readiness, adoption and operational transition activities Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control processes Support ERP, data and technology-enabled transformation projects Translate complex concepts into clear and actionable plans Help bridge the gap between business operations, technology and change Act as a trusted deputy to the transformation leadership team when required About You We're looking for a strong Project Manager who understands how people, process, technology and data come together to drive business change. You'll likely bring: Experience delivering business and digital transformation projects SaaS, ERP or enterprise systems implementation experience Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience establishing governance, controls and reporting mechanisms A pragmatic approach to project delivery Excellent organisational and planning capabilities Confidence working alongside technical specialists and external partners Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to influence at multiple levels Desirable Experience Microsoft Dynamics 365 or ERP transformation programmes Data and analytics initiatives AI or emerging technology projects Private equity-backed organisations Mergers, acquisitions or business integration projects Operational transformation within multi-site organisations The Person Success in this role will come from your ability to combine structure with adaptability. You'll be calm under pressure, solutions-focused and comfortable operating in an environment where priorities evolve quickly. You'll enjoy helping people navigate change, bringing clarity to complexity and turning ambitious ideas into practical delivery plans. For someone with the right mindset and ambition, this role offers the opportunity to grow alongside a significant transformation programme and become a key figure in the organisation's future success.
Senior Property Accountant - OUR CLIENT - Trident is partnering on an exclusive basis with a highly regarded international real estate investment and development business to appoint a Senior Accountant into its London-based European finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-capitalised, development-led real estate platform with a high-quality portfolio across major global cities. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, treasury, governance, budgeting, statutory compliance and strategic finance projects, working closely with senior finance leadership and stakeholders across multiple European jurisdictions. THE ROLE: This newly created Senior Property Accountant role will report to the European FD and will support the financial management and reporting of a European real estate portfolio. The position will suit a bright, motivated finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a collaborative and international property business. Key Responsibilities will include: Supporting financial reporting, governance and statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Acting as a key liaison with third-party accounting providers, company secretarial teams and internal finance stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Partnering with the European Finance Director and Regional Finance Managers on financial reporting, analysis, strategic projects and business initiatives across a diverse European real estate portfolio. Overseeing company-level accounts payable processes, cash management and treasury administration. Supporting board, investor and management reporting across European entities and investments. Assisting with annual budgets, reforecasts and cash flow forecasting. Preparing quarterly debt compliance certificates and supporting lender reporting. Supporting the preparation and filing of annual financial statements and other statutory reporting, as well as the external audit process. Providing support on tax reporting by coordinating accounting records and finance information for external advisers. Supporting acquisitions, disposals, financial due diligence and wider strategic business initiatives. Supporting finance transformation, systems implementation and process improvement projects across the region. Working closely with regional finance teams and service providers to ensure consistency of reporting, controls and processes. THE PERSON: We are keen to speak with candidates who are studying towards ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent), with c.2-4 years' experience in accounting, audit or finance and seeking an 'in office' role. The successful candidate is likely to offer: A strong grounding in financial reporting, month-end and statutory accounting. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across teams and time zones. Strong Excel skills and an interest in systems, automation and process improvement. A collaborative, proactive and detail-oriented approach. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across different functions and geographies. Previous real estate, property, fund, infrastructure or international finance exposure. Experience working with outsourced service providers or within a multi-jurisdictional finance environment would be beneficial. Why apply? This is a genuinely broad finance role within a high-quality real estate platform, offering exposure well beyond traditional accounting. You will gain experience across: Corporate and portfolio reporting. Treasury and cash management. Statutory reporting and audit. Budgeting and forecasting. Tax and debt compliance. Acquisitions, disposals and due diligence. Systems, process improvement and business transformation initiatives. Benefits Good performance bonus. Solid company Pension. Full suite of benefits including Health, Fitness Allowance, Life Insurance, etc. Study Package. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in real estate finance within an international, collaborative and well-regarded business. Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: • Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. • Register Your CV with our specialist team. • Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Property Accountant - OUR CLIENT - Trident is partnering on an exclusive basis with a highly regarded international real estate investment and development business to appoint a Senior Accountant into its London-based European finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-capitalised, development-led real estate platform with a high-quality portfolio across major global cities. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, treasury, governance, budgeting, statutory compliance and strategic finance projects, working closely with senior finance leadership and stakeholders across multiple European jurisdictions. THE ROLE: This newly created Senior Property Accountant role will report to the European FD and will support the financial management and reporting of a European real estate portfolio. The position will suit a bright, motivated finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a collaborative and international property business. Key Responsibilities will include: Supporting financial reporting, governance and statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Acting as a key liaison with third-party accounting providers, company secretarial teams and internal finance stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Partnering with the European Finance Director and Regional Finance Managers on financial reporting, analysis, strategic projects and business initiatives across a diverse European real estate portfolio. Overseeing company-level accounts payable processes, cash management and treasury administration. Supporting board, investor and management reporting across European entities and investments. Assisting with annual budgets, reforecasts and cash flow forecasting. Preparing quarterly debt compliance certificates and supporting lender reporting. Supporting the preparation and filing of annual financial statements and other statutory reporting, as well as the external audit process. Providing support on tax reporting by coordinating accounting records and finance information for external advisers. Supporting acquisitions, disposals, financial due diligence and wider strategic business initiatives. Supporting finance transformation, systems implementation and process improvement projects across the region. Working closely with regional finance teams and service providers to ensure consistency of reporting, controls and processes. THE PERSON: We are keen to speak with candidates who are studying towards ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent), with c.2-4 years' experience in accounting, audit or finance and seeking an 'in office' role. The successful candidate is likely to offer: A strong grounding in financial reporting, month-end and statutory accounting. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines across teams and time zones. Strong Excel skills and an interest in systems, automation and process improvement. A collaborative, proactive and detail-oriented approach. Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across different functions and geographies. Previous real estate, property, fund, infrastructure or international finance exposure. Experience working with outsourced service providers or within a multi-jurisdictional finance environment would be beneficial. Why apply? This is a genuinely broad finance role within a high-quality real estate platform, offering exposure well beyond traditional accounting. You will gain experience across: Corporate and portfolio reporting. Treasury and cash management. Statutory reporting and audit. Budgeting and forecasting. Tax and debt compliance. Acquisitions, disposals and due diligence. Systems, process improvement and business transformation initiatives. Benefits Good performance bonus. Solid company Pension. Full suite of benefits including Health, Fitness Allowance, Life Insurance, etc. Study Package. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in real estate finance within an international, collaborative and well-regarded business. Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: • Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. • Register Your CV with our specialist team. • Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Our client is a multi-office accountancy and advisory firm providing a full range of services including accounts, tax, payroll, business advisory and financial planning. Known for its forward-thinking approach and strong client relationships, the firm works with a broad portfolio of SMEs and entrepreneurial businesses across the South East. Your new company A growing and ambitious accountancy and advisory firm is looking to appoint an experienced Outsourcing Director to join its Guildford office. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to work closely with ambitious owner-managed businesses, provide strategic financial advice, and help shape the future direction of a modern, fast-growing practice. Your new role As Outsourcing Director, you will act as a trusted adviser to clients, supporting boards and business owners with strategic financial decision-making. You will lead outsourced finance engagements, oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, provide commercial insight, and ensure robust financial governance and compliance.Key responsibilities include: Acting as a senior strategic adviser to SME and owner-managed business clients Leading board-level meetings and delivering meaningful financial insight Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and performance reporting Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls and operational efficiency Supporting clients through periods of growth, transformation and change Working closely with specialist teams across tax, audit and payroll Developing and mentoring finance teams, both internally and within client organisations What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Previous experience operating at Director level within practice or outsourced finance Strong background advising SMEs and owner-managed businesses Commercially minded with the ability to influence strategic decision-making Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Previous exposure to growth businesses, scale-ups, or transformation projects would be advantageous. Applications will also be considered from experienced and practice-trained Finance Directors seeking a move into professional practice and client advisory work. What you'll get in return Salary from 75,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy and sell up to 5 days' leave Birthday leave Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme Regular social events Free flu jabs Genuine progression opportunities within a growing firm What you need to do now If you'd like a discreet conversation to understand the firm, culture and longer-term opportunity, apply now or get in touch for more details. 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 14, 2026
Full time
Our client is a multi-office accountancy and advisory firm providing a full range of services including accounts, tax, payroll, business advisory and financial planning. Known for its forward-thinking approach and strong client relationships, the firm works with a broad portfolio of SMEs and entrepreneurial businesses across the South East. Your new company A growing and ambitious accountancy and advisory firm is looking to appoint an experienced Outsourcing Director to join its Guildford office. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to work closely with ambitious owner-managed businesses, provide strategic financial advice, and help shape the future direction of a modern, fast-growing practice. Your new role As Outsourcing Director, you will act as a trusted adviser to clients, supporting boards and business owners with strategic financial decision-making. You will lead outsourced finance engagements, oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, provide commercial insight, and ensure robust financial governance and compliance.Key responsibilities include: Acting as a senior strategic adviser to SME and owner-managed business clients Leading board-level meetings and delivering meaningful financial insight Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management and performance reporting Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls and operational efficiency Supporting clients through periods of growth, transformation and change Working closely with specialist teams across tax, audit and payroll Developing and mentoring finance teams, both internally and within client organisations What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Previous experience operating at Director level within practice or outsourced finance Strong background advising SMEs and owner-managed businesses Commercially minded with the ability to influence strategic decision-making Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Experience leading and developing high-performing teams Previous exposure to growth businesses, scale-ups, or transformation projects would be advantageous. Applications will also be considered from experienced and practice-trained Finance Directors seeking a move into professional practice and client advisory work. What you'll get in return Salary from 75,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to buy and sell up to 5 days' leave Birthday leave Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme Regular social events Free flu jabs Genuine progression opportunities within a growing firm What you need to do now If you'd like a discreet conversation to understand the firm, culture and longer-term opportunity, apply now or get in touch for more details. 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)
Your new company An exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to lead a small team responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of financial, statutory and management reporting. The role will ensure compliance with accounting standards, maintain a robust control environment, support audit activities and drive continuous improvements across reporting processes. Your new role Lead, develop and mentor a small Financial Reporting team. Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes. Oversee the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting packs. Coordinate the production of statutory accounts in line with IFRS and/or UK GAAP. Ensure balance sheet integrity through review of reconciliations, journals, accruals and prepayments. Act as the key contact for external and internal auditors. Maintain strong financial controls and governance processes. Provide financial analysis and reporting to support senior management decision-making. Drive continuous improvement, automation and reporting efficiencies. Partner with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Strong financial reporting and statutory accounting experience. Previous experience managing month-end and year-end reporting cycles. Experience leading or supervising a small finance team. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/reporting systems. Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills. What you'll get in return Flexible working options - Hybrid 3 Days Office 2 Days WFH Competitive Salary & Benefits Package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company An exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to lead a small team responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of financial, statutory and management reporting. The role will ensure compliance with accounting standards, maintain a robust control environment, support audit activities and drive continuous improvements across reporting processes. Your new role Lead, develop and mentor a small Financial Reporting team. Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes. Oversee the preparation of management accounts and financial reporting packs. Coordinate the production of statutory accounts in line with IFRS and/or UK GAAP. Ensure balance sheet integrity through review of reconciliations, journals, accruals and prepayments. Act as the key contact for external and internal auditors. Maintain strong financial controls and governance processes. Provide financial analysis and reporting to support senior management decision-making. Drive continuous improvement, automation and reporting efficiencies. Partner with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Strong financial reporting and statutory accounting experience. Previous experience managing month-end and year-end reporting cycles. Experience leading or supervising a small finance team. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/reporting systems. Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills. What you'll get in return Flexible working options - Hybrid 3 Days Office 2 Days WFH Competitive Salary & Benefits Package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
New Vacancy - Operations Manager (Claims)Lloyd's InsurerLondon / Birmingham / Worthing I am currently partnered with a leading Insurer who are seeking an Operations Manager to join their Claims Operations function. This role will be varied including but not limited to; client relationship/management, operational data governance, FNOL claims oversight and management, general facilities & office management. My client is seeking an operational professional with a claims background, handling & operational. Someone with TPA experience would be very beneficial, as well as supplier management. Key Responsibilities As Operations Manager, you'll have responsibility for overseeing a number of key operational areas, ensuring high standards of service delivery, governance and performance. Your responsibilities will include: Panel Solicitor & Supplier Management You'll take ownership of strategic relationships with panel solicitors and other key suppliers, ensuring contractual and service expectations are consistently met. This will include: Managing strategic supplier relationships and contractual governance. Monitoring performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs and contractual obligations . Identifying service issues and driving appropriate remediation. Working with panel firms to deliver continuous improvement and enhance service quality, efficiency and customer outcomes. Producing and presenting management information and performance reporting. Acting as the key escalation point for operational issues and supplier concerns. Supporting internal and external audits and ensuring findings are addressed within agreed timescales. Data Governance & Privacy You'll also play a key role in supporting data governance and privacy activities across Operations. Responsibilities will include: Leading First Line data governance activity within Operations. Maintaining data flow maps and supporting data protection assessments. Assisting with remediation activity where required. Supporting the investigation and resolution of data breaches and data-related incidents. Ensuring operational processes remain aligned with relevant data protection and governance requirements. First Notification of Loss (FNOL) A key element of the role will be the operational oversight of the FNOL function , ensuring service levels, quality standards and customer outcomes are consistently achieved. You'll be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day operational performance across FNOL. Monitoring agreed service levels and quality standards. Analysing and reporting SLA breaches and operational incidents to senior leadership. Producing and reviewing MI to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensuring operational risks and control weaknesses are appropriately identified, managed and remediated. Supporting audit activity and ensuring findings are addressed effectively. Facilities & General Operations The role also has responsibility for wider business operations and facilities across the organisation's UK offices. This will include: Leading facilities management across UK office locations. Ensuring safe, compliant and effective working environments. Maintaining compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation, policies and regulatory requirements . Overseeing office managers and Health & Safety resources. Managing building maintenance, facilities and wider business support services. Ensuring annual Health & Safety, fire risk and workplace assessments are completed. Tracking actions through to successful completion. Maintaining appropriate first aid and fire warden coverage across all locations. Ensuring relevant training and certifications remain current. Change & Continuous Improvement You'll work closely with Change and Project teams, supporting strategic initiatives and wider organisational change programmes. You'll also be expected to: Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the function. Strengthen processes, controls and service delivery. Support the implementation of operational change. Identify and mitigate operational risks. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the wider operations team.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
New Vacancy - Operations Manager (Claims)Lloyd's InsurerLondon / Birmingham / Worthing I am currently partnered with a leading Insurer who are seeking an Operations Manager to join their Claims Operations function. This role will be varied including but not limited to; client relationship/management, operational data governance, FNOL claims oversight and management, general facilities & office management. My client is seeking an operational professional with a claims background, handling & operational. Someone with TPA experience would be very beneficial, as well as supplier management. Key Responsibilities As Operations Manager, you'll have responsibility for overseeing a number of key operational areas, ensuring high standards of service delivery, governance and performance. Your responsibilities will include: Panel Solicitor & Supplier Management You'll take ownership of strategic relationships with panel solicitors and other key suppliers, ensuring contractual and service expectations are consistently met. This will include: Managing strategic supplier relationships and contractual governance. Monitoring performance against agreed SLAs, KPIs and contractual obligations . Identifying service issues and driving appropriate remediation. Working with panel firms to deliver continuous improvement and enhance service quality, efficiency and customer outcomes. Producing and presenting management information and performance reporting. Acting as the key escalation point for operational issues and supplier concerns. Supporting internal and external audits and ensuring findings are addressed within agreed timescales. Data Governance & Privacy You'll also play a key role in supporting data governance and privacy activities across Operations. Responsibilities will include: Leading First Line data governance activity within Operations. Maintaining data flow maps and supporting data protection assessments. Assisting with remediation activity where required. Supporting the investigation and resolution of data breaches and data-related incidents. Ensuring operational processes remain aligned with relevant data protection and governance requirements. First Notification of Loss (FNOL) A key element of the role will be the operational oversight of the FNOL function , ensuring service levels, quality standards and customer outcomes are consistently achieved. You'll be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day operational performance across FNOL. Monitoring agreed service levels and quality standards. Analysing and reporting SLA breaches and operational incidents to senior leadership. Producing and reviewing MI to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Ensuring operational risks and control weaknesses are appropriately identified, managed and remediated. Supporting audit activity and ensuring findings are addressed effectively. Facilities & General Operations The role also has responsibility for wider business operations and facilities across the organisation's UK offices. This will include: Leading facilities management across UK office locations. Ensuring safe, compliant and effective working environments. Maintaining compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation, policies and regulatory requirements . Overseeing office managers and Health & Safety resources. Managing building maintenance, facilities and wider business support services. Ensuring annual Health & Safety, fire risk and workplace assessments are completed. Tracking actions through to successful completion. Maintaining appropriate first aid and fire warden coverage across all locations. Ensuring relevant training and certifications remain current. Change & Continuous Improvement You'll work closely with Change and Project teams, supporting strategic initiatives and wider organisational change programmes. You'll also be expected to: Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the function. Strengthen processes, controls and service delivery. Support the implementation of operational change. Identify and mitigate operational risks. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the wider operations team.
Job Title : Finance Manager Location: Northwest Type: Permanent Salary: £50-£55,000 The Opportunity An established and growing business within the housebuilding and construction sector is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function and provide commercial and strategic support to the senior leadership team. Reporting into an experienced Financial Controller, this is a key appointment for the business, requiring a commercially minded finance professional with proven experience operating within a construction/housebuilding environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and full compliance with industry-specific regulations. They'll also get the opportunity to hire new team members as the business continues to grow. A strong background in housebuilding or construction is essential, as is significant hands-on experience managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requirements. Key responsibilities Manage the daily running of the finance department, ensuring accurate and timely financial processing across the business. Build and develop a robust transactional finance team capable of supporting a growing construction environment. Ensure financial governance, compliance and internal controls are maintained to the highest standard. Take ownership of CIS processes, reporting and compliance obligations, ensuring monthly CIS deductions and submissions are prepared accurately and on time Act as the primary point of contact for CIS-related matters and HMRC queries. Monitor cash flow, working capital and ledger performance to support the financial health of the business. Review existing finance processes and implement improvements to drive efficiency and scalability. Support month-end and year-end reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Coordinate external audit requirements and support the production of statutory accounts. About You Proven experience as an Accountant/Finance Manager within the construction, housebuilding or related sector. Strong transactional accounting, forecasting and cash flow management experience. Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting software. The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Proactive and can-do attitude, someone who wants to take accountability and ownership of a growing function CIS Experience is essential: Successful applicants must have substantial, hands-on experience managing CIS compliance within a construction or housebuilding environment and be able to demonstrate practical, end-to-end ownership of CIS processes and compliance obligations. If you are an experienced Finance Manager with a strong construction or housebuilding background and proven end-to-end CIS expertise, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business and play a key role in its continued growth and financial performance.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Finance Manager Location: Northwest Type: Permanent Salary: £50-£55,000 The Opportunity An established and growing business within the housebuilding and construction sector is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function and provide commercial and strategic support to the senior leadership team. Reporting into an experienced Financial Controller, this is a key appointment for the business, requiring a commercially minded finance professional with proven experience operating within a construction/housebuilding environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and full compliance with industry-specific regulations. They'll also get the opportunity to hire new team members as the business continues to grow. A strong background in housebuilding or construction is essential, as is significant hands-on experience managing Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requirements. Key responsibilities Manage the daily running of the finance department, ensuring accurate and timely financial processing across the business. Build and develop a robust transactional finance team capable of supporting a growing construction environment. Ensure financial governance, compliance and internal controls are maintained to the highest standard. Take ownership of CIS processes, reporting and compliance obligations, ensuring monthly CIS deductions and submissions are prepared accurately and on time Act as the primary point of contact for CIS-related matters and HMRC queries. Monitor cash flow, working capital and ledger performance to support the financial health of the business. Review existing finance processes and implement improvements to drive efficiency and scalability. Support month-end and year-end reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. Coordinate external audit requirements and support the production of statutory accounts. About You Proven experience as an Accountant/Finance Manager within the construction, housebuilding or related sector. Strong transactional accounting, forecasting and cash flow management experience. Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting software. The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Proactive and can-do attitude, someone who wants to take accountability and ownership of a growing function CIS Experience is essential: Successful applicants must have substantial, hands-on experience managing CIS compliance within a construction or housebuilding environment and be able to demonstrate practical, end-to-end ownership of CIS processes and compliance obligations. If you are an experienced Finance Manager with a strong construction or housebuilding background and proven end-to-end CIS expertise, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business and play a key role in its continued growth and financial performance.
Fund Finance Manager Investment Management / London / Hybrid £70-80,000 About the Company Our client is an award winning Investment Manager with a newly created role for a Fund Finance Manager where you'll be responsible for a couple of investment strategies covering financial reporting, cash and liquidity management, financial control and Board reporting. You'll be working closely with administrators, auditors, tax advisers and internal stakeholders. About the Role In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial activities across investment portfolios and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. Responsibilities Own the day-to-day finance activities across 2 of the portfolios. Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance. Maintain effective financial controls and support governance requirements. Develop strong relationships with fund administrators, auditors, tax advisers and investment teams. Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting. Review management accounts from the administrators and prepare board packs. Assist with tax and deal structuring on acquisitions. Qualifications At least 2-3 years PQE with strong technical accounting and reporting skills. Experience with investment management firms and funds (VCT's would be highly desirable). Advanced Excel and systems skills. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and confident communication skills. If you have relevant experience, fit the above criteria and are looking for an exciting, rewarding and challenging role, please apply today by sending an updated copy of your CV. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to ensuring the entire process is inclusive and accessible for all candidates that fit the minimum requirements for our role. As such, we encourage applications from under-represented groups in the accountancy sector. Please let us know if we can make any reasonable adjustments for you at any stage in the process. Unfortunately we cannot consider candidates that need to be sponsored now or in the future. For immediate consideration please contact Simon Humphreys at Trace Recruitment.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Fund Finance Manager Investment Management / London / Hybrid £70-80,000 About the Company Our client is an award winning Investment Manager with a newly created role for a Fund Finance Manager where you'll be responsible for a couple of investment strategies covering financial reporting, cash and liquidity management, financial control and Board reporting. You'll be working closely with administrators, auditors, tax advisers and internal stakeholders. About the Role In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial activities across investment portfolios and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. Responsibilities Own the day-to-day finance activities across 2 of the portfolios. Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance. Maintain effective financial controls and support governance requirements. Develop strong relationships with fund administrators, auditors, tax advisers and investment teams. Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting. Review management accounts from the administrators and prepare board packs. Assist with tax and deal structuring on acquisitions. Qualifications At least 2-3 years PQE with strong technical accounting and reporting skills. Experience with investment management firms and funds (VCT's would be highly desirable). Advanced Excel and systems skills. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and confident communication skills. If you have relevant experience, fit the above criteria and are looking for an exciting, rewarding and challenging role, please apply today by sending an updated copy of your CV. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to ensuring the entire process is inclusive and accessible for all candidates that fit the minimum requirements for our role. As such, we encourage applications from under-represented groups in the accountancy sector. Please let us know if we can make any reasonable adjustments for you at any stage in the process. Unfortunately we cannot consider candidates that need to be sponsored now or in the future. For immediate consideration please contact Simon Humphreys at Trace Recruitment.
Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa 600 Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (Reading as required) Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for an experienced Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering to lead the delivery and continuous improvement of digital capabilities supporting materials management, product compliance, and environmental sustainability within a complex aerospace and defence environment. This is a strategic role combining materials engineering, environmental compliance, digital engineering, and product delivery. You will shape the digital toolchains, data environments, and processes that support materials selection and allowables, material and process specifications, batch pedigree and traceability, obsolescence, restricted substances, corrosion and compatibility, coatings and finishes, and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery and continuous improvement of Material Management and Product Environmental digital capabilities. Lead the development and optimisation of digital solutions covering materials databases, allowables, specifications, process records, batch pedigree, certificates, compliance data, and sustainability reporting. Develop product roadmaps, delivery plans, and prioritised backlogs aligned with engineering and programme requirements. Enable integration with the wider Digital Thread, providing end-to-end traceability from requirements and material selection through manufacturing, testing, and compliance evidence. Support digital workflows for materials selection, corrosion and compatibility, coatings and finishes, restricted substances, and obsolescence management. Establish technical baselines, methodologies, data models, and work instructions. Ensure digital solutions meet agreed quality, security, performance, airworthiness, and environmental compliance requirements. Capture, challenge, and consolidate requirements across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other stakeholders. Drive adoption of new digital tools and processes through training, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Define appropriate access models, data governance, metadata standards, and controls for sensitive engineering and environmental information. Coordinate delivery across internal teams, suppliers, and system integrators. Monitor service performance, risks, technical debt, capacity, and dependencies. Drive incident resolution, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Support vendor management, contract performance, licence optimisation, and technology evaluations. Identify opportunities for innovation in digital material pedigree, automated allowables integration, sustainability analytics, compliance dashboards, and evidence generation. Manage upgrades, enhancements, and decommissioning across the digital product lifecycle. Skills & Experience Degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience delivering digital engineering capabilities related to materials management and/or product environmental compliance. Experience within the Aerospace and/or Defence industry, with an understanding of regulated and safety-critical environments. Strong understanding of areas such as materials databases and allowables, material/process specifications, batch traceability, certificates, environmental compliance, and sustainability data. Strong knowledge of Digital Engineering, Model-Based Engineering, and Digital Thread principles. Experience managing complex delivery involving multiple stakeholders, suppliers, and distributed teams. Strong project, programme, or service management experience. ITIL, APM, or PRINCE2 qualifications are advantageous. Experience with SAFe or Agile delivery methodologies. Strong understanding of materials engineering and environmental compliance, including restricted substances, obsolescence, corrosion, compatibility, coatings, and finishes. Knowledge of REACH, RoHS, PFAS reduction, conflict minerals, and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Experience managing suppliers and technology partners supporting materials databases, process/specification management, test data, and environmental compliance platforms. Understanding of aerospace materials assurance, material allowables, conformity records, material pedigree, and environmental declarations. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering Contract: Initial 6 Months Day Rate: Circa 600 Inside IR35 Location: Hybrid (Reading as required) Start Date: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC clearance We are looking for an experienced Product Delivery Manager - Material & Environmental Engineering to lead the delivery and continuous improvement of digital capabilities supporting materials management, product compliance, and environmental sustainability within a complex aerospace and defence environment. This is a strategic role combining materials engineering, environmental compliance, digital engineering, and product delivery. You will shape the digital toolchains, data environments, and processes that support materials selection and allowables, material and process specifications, batch pedigree and traceability, obsolescence, restricted substances, corrosion and compatibility, coatings and finishes, and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities Own the delivery and continuous improvement of Material Management and Product Environmental digital capabilities. Lead the development and optimisation of digital solutions covering materials databases, allowables, specifications, process records, batch pedigree, certificates, compliance data, and sustainability reporting. Develop product roadmaps, delivery plans, and prioritised backlogs aligned with engineering and programme requirements. Enable integration with the wider Digital Thread, providing end-to-end traceability from requirements and material selection through manufacturing, testing, and compliance evidence. Support digital workflows for materials selection, corrosion and compatibility, coatings and finishes, restricted substances, and obsolescence management. Establish technical baselines, methodologies, data models, and work instructions. Ensure digital solutions meet agreed quality, security, performance, airworthiness, and environmental compliance requirements. Capture, challenge, and consolidate requirements across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other stakeholders. Drive adoption of new digital tools and processes through training, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Define appropriate access models, data governance, metadata standards, and controls for sensitive engineering and environmental information. Coordinate delivery across internal teams, suppliers, and system integrators. Monitor service performance, risks, technical debt, capacity, and dependencies. Drive incident resolution, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Support vendor management, contract performance, licence optimisation, and technology evaluations. Identify opportunities for innovation in digital material pedigree, automated allowables integration, sustainability analytics, compliance dashboards, and evidence generation. Manage upgrades, enhancements, and decommissioning across the digital product lifecycle. Skills & Experience Degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience delivering digital engineering capabilities related to materials management and/or product environmental compliance. Experience within the Aerospace and/or Defence industry, with an understanding of regulated and safety-critical environments. Strong understanding of areas such as materials databases and allowables, material/process specifications, batch traceability, certificates, environmental compliance, and sustainability data. Strong knowledge of Digital Engineering, Model-Based Engineering, and Digital Thread principles. Experience managing complex delivery involving multiple stakeholders, suppliers, and distributed teams. Strong project, programme, or service management experience. ITIL, APM, or PRINCE2 qualifications are advantageous. Experience with SAFe or Agile delivery methodologies. Strong understanding of materials engineering and environmental compliance, including restricted substances, obsolescence, corrosion, compatibility, coatings, and finishes. Knowledge of REACH, RoHS, PFAS reduction, conflict minerals, and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Experience managing suppliers and technology partners supporting materials databases, process/specification management, test data, and environmental compliance platforms. Understanding of aerospace materials assurance, material allowables, conformity records, material pedigree, and environmental declarations. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
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Full time
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