User Researcher Based at client locations, remotely, or from our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Salary: Up to £60,000 plus excellent benefits. About Triad Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data and technology consultancy with more than 35 years of experience delivering impactful solutions across the UK public sector. We help organisations design and deliver services that improve outcomes for citizens and users. Our collaborative culture encourages learning, innovation and professional growth. Whether supporting digital transformation programmes or improving public services, you'll work alongside talented multidisciplinary teams while helping shape user-centred solutions. Why join us? Glassdoor rating: 4.5/5 92% of employees would recommend Triad 100% CEO approval Examples of our work include: Supporting UK law enforcement with secure intelligence systems Enabling advanced weather forecasting through large-scale technology platforms Delivering systems that improve product safety monitoring Helping government organisations track and reduce transport emissions Role Overview As a User Researcher, you will help clients understand their users and make evidence-based decisions. You'll plan and deliver research activities that uncover user needs, behaviours and pain points, ensuring services are designed around real user insight. Working within multidisciplinary Agile teams, you'll translate research findings into actionable recommendations that improve products and services. You'll also champion user-centred design and help organisations embed research-led ways of working. Experience working within Government Digital Service (GDS) environments is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities User Research Plan and conduct qualitative and quantitative research. Select suitable methodologies based on business and user needs. Facilitate interviews, surveys, usability testing, workshops and other research activities. Ensure research is inclusive and representative. Analysis & Insights Analyse and synthesise findings from multiple sources. Identify patterns, opportunities and risks. Produce clear recommendations and communicate findings to stakeholders. Present insights to delivery teams and senior leaders. Service Improvement Create and contribute to: Personas User journeys Empathy maps Service blueprints Research reports Collaborate with UX Designers, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Product Owners and Delivery Managers. Support usability testing and iterative improvement. Accessibility & Stakeholder Engagement Promote inclusive research practices. Support delivery of accessible services aligned with WCAG 2.2 principles. Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement activities. Advocate for the value of user research and evidence-based decision making. Agile Delivery & Community Contribute throughout discovery, Alpha, beta and live phases. Support continuous improvement through ongoing research. Participate in Triad's User-Centred Design Community of Practice. Share knowledge and support development of research capability across the organisation. Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience conducting user research across the service life cycle. Experience using qualitative and quantitative research methods. Ability to analyse research findings and communicate actionable insights. Experience facilitating interviews, workshops and usability testing. Strong stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills. Experience working within Agile multidisciplinary teams. Understanding of accessibility and inclusive research practices. Experience working with GDS standards and public sector digital services. Ability to influence decisions through evidence and insight. Desirable Experience creating personas, user journeys and service blueprints. Familiarity with tools such as Dovetail, Mural, Microsoft Forms, Optimal Workshop or UserZoom. Knowledge of Google Analytics or similar tools. Understanding of UX design and prototyping processes. Knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Qualifications A degree in Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Research, Social Research, Design or a related discipline is desirable. Relevant industry certifications are advantageous. Security Clearance Candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance. To be eligible, you must have the right to work in the UK and normally have been resident in the UK for at least five years. Recruitment Process Introductory conversation with our Talent Team. First-stage interview with a senior member of the UCD team. Second-stage workshop interview with the UCD team. We aim to move successful candidates through the process quickly and efficiently. Equal Opportunities Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and are proud supporters of the Tech Talent Charter and Disability Confident initiatives.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
User Researcher Based at client locations, remotely, or from our Godalming or Milton Keynes offices. Salary: Up to £60,000 plus excellent benefits. About Triad Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data and technology consultancy with more than 35 years of experience delivering impactful solutions across the UK public sector. We help organisations design and deliver services that improve outcomes for citizens and users. Our collaborative culture encourages learning, innovation and professional growth. Whether supporting digital transformation programmes or improving public services, you'll work alongside talented multidisciplinary teams while helping shape user-centred solutions. Why join us? Glassdoor rating: 4.5/5 92% of employees would recommend Triad 100% CEO approval Examples of our work include: Supporting UK law enforcement with secure intelligence systems Enabling advanced weather forecasting through large-scale technology platforms Delivering systems that improve product safety monitoring Helping government organisations track and reduce transport emissions Role Overview As a User Researcher, you will help clients understand their users and make evidence-based decisions. You'll plan and deliver research activities that uncover user needs, behaviours and pain points, ensuring services are designed around real user insight. Working within multidisciplinary Agile teams, you'll translate research findings into actionable recommendations that improve products and services. You'll also champion user-centred design and help organisations embed research-led ways of working. Experience working within Government Digital Service (GDS) environments is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities User Research Plan and conduct qualitative and quantitative research. Select suitable methodologies based on business and user needs. Facilitate interviews, surveys, usability testing, workshops and other research activities. Ensure research is inclusive and representative. Analysis & Insights Analyse and synthesise findings from multiple sources. Identify patterns, opportunities and risks. Produce clear recommendations and communicate findings to stakeholders. Present insights to delivery teams and senior leaders. Service Improvement Create and contribute to: Personas User journeys Empathy maps Service blueprints Research reports Collaborate with UX Designers, Service Designers, Business Analysts, Product Owners and Delivery Managers. Support usability testing and iterative improvement. Accessibility & Stakeholder Engagement Promote inclusive research practices. Support delivery of accessible services aligned with WCAG 2.2 principles. Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement activities. Advocate for the value of user research and evidence-based decision making. Agile Delivery & Community Contribute throughout discovery, Alpha, beta and live phases. Support continuous improvement through ongoing research. Participate in Triad's User-Centred Design Community of Practice. Share knowledge and support development of research capability across the organisation. Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience conducting user research across the service life cycle. Experience using qualitative and quantitative research methods. Ability to analyse research findings and communicate actionable insights. Experience facilitating interviews, workshops and usability testing. Strong stakeholder management, communication and presentation skills. Experience working within Agile multidisciplinary teams. Understanding of accessibility and inclusive research practices. Experience working with GDS standards and public sector digital services. Ability to influence decisions through evidence and insight. Desirable Experience creating personas, user journeys and service blueprints. Familiarity with tools such as Dovetail, Mural, Microsoft Forms, Optimal Workshop or UserZoom. Knowledge of Google Analytics or similar tools. Understanding of UX design and prototyping processes. Knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Qualifications A degree in Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Research, Social Research, Design or a related discipline is desirable. Relevant industry certifications are advantageous. Security Clearance Candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance. To be eligible, you must have the right to work in the UK and normally have been resident in the UK for at least five years. Recruitment Process Introductory conversation with our Talent Team. First-stage interview with a senior member of the UCD team. Second-stage workshop interview with the UCD team. We aim to move successful candidates through the process quickly and efficiently. Equal Opportunities Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and are proud supporters of the Tech Talent Charter and Disability Confident initiatives.
Harvey Nash are now inviting candidates to apply for the role of Procurement Manager. An initial six-month contract Hybrid working with 3 days a week onsite in Glasgow (Edinburgh offices are also available) £375 - £400 a day Working closely with the Head of Procurement, you'll manage low-value sourcing exercises, provide expert procurement advice to stakeholders, support regulated procurement's, and help drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, systems, and supplier management. Key Responsibilities: Advise stakeholders, including senior leaders, on sourcing strategies, procurement best practice, and supplier management. Support the delivery of regulated procurement exercises and wider commercial activities. Maintain and improve the contract register, procurement records, and audit documentation. Conduct spend analysis, administer procurement templates, and manage procurement-related enquiries. Negotiate supplier terms and contracts in line with organisational risk and compliance requirements. About You: Proven experience delivering end-to-end procurement within a public sector environment. Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation, frameworks, and the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal. Demonstrable ability to achieve value for money and manage supplier and third-party risks effectively. Experience procuring a broad range of goods and services. MCIPS qualified, working towards qualification, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience. Please submit your CV for consideration.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
Harvey Nash are now inviting candidates to apply for the role of Procurement Manager. An initial six-month contract Hybrid working with 3 days a week onsite in Glasgow (Edinburgh offices are also available) £375 - £400 a day Working closely with the Head of Procurement, you'll manage low-value sourcing exercises, provide expert procurement advice to stakeholders, support regulated procurement's, and help drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, systems, and supplier management. Key Responsibilities: Advise stakeholders, including senior leaders, on sourcing strategies, procurement best practice, and supplier management. Support the delivery of regulated procurement exercises and wider commercial activities. Maintain and improve the contract register, procurement records, and audit documentation. Conduct spend analysis, administer procurement templates, and manage procurement-related enquiries. Negotiate supplier terms and contracts in line with organisational risk and compliance requirements. About You: Proven experience delivering end-to-end procurement within a public sector environment. Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation, frameworks, and the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal. Demonstrable ability to achieve value for money and manage supplier and third-party risks effectively. Experience procuring a broad range of goods and services. MCIPS qualified, working towards qualification, or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience. Please submit your CV for consideration.
Your new company A leading manufacturing organisation in Bradford is seeking an experienced Planning Supervisor to join its supply chain and logistics function. Operating within a fast-paced production environment, the business is focused on delivering outstanding customer service through effective demand planning, production planning and inventory management. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within a manufacturing operation, working across planning, production, purchasing and logistics teams to balance customer demand with operational capacity. You will lead and develop a multi-functional planning team while driving improvements in forecasting accuracy, delivery performance and planning processes. Your new role As Planning Supervisor, you will be responsible for optimising plant planning and production steering processes to ensure customer demand is fulfilled on time. You will generate and maintain a reliable 12-month demand outlook, enabling effective production planning and material requirements planning across the operation. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will oversee demand planning, capacity evaluation and bottleneck management activities. You will facilitate regular planning reviews, create recovery plans where required and support supplier demand and capacity assessments. A key aspect of the role will be balancing production capacity with customer requirements while maintaining effective inventory control and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead, coach and develop both product line planning and materials planning teams, creating a collaborative culture where information is shared openly and planning challenges are addressed collectively. The role also involves driving process standardisation, monitoring key performance indicators, managing departmental budgets and championing data accuracy across planning systems. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this Planning Supervisor position, you will have a minimum of five years' experience in forecast planning and production planning within a manufacturing environment, including direct customer interaction. You will also have at least two years' experience leading or supervising multi-functional teams. You will possess strong knowledge of demand planning, capacity planning, bottleneck management, inventory control and production planning processes. Experience working with OEM or OES customer portals and a strong understanding of SAP MM, SD and PP modules are essential. Knowledge of SAP WM would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with the ability to lead meetings, influence stakeholders and manage conflicting priorities. You will be highly organised, commercially aware and capable of driving improvements across planning operations. Experience within automotive manufacturing is preferred, while expertise in data analytics, coding or Power BI would be particularly beneficial. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package in a full-time, permanent position. You will take ownership of key planning processes, lead an experienced team and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.This role offers exposure to strategic demand planning, production planning, inventory management and continuous improvement initiatives, providing an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional seeking the next step in their leadership career within manufacturing and supply chain operations. 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 on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Your new company A leading manufacturing organisation in Bradford is seeking an experienced Planning Supervisor to join its supply chain and logistics function. Operating within a fast-paced production environment, the business is focused on delivering outstanding customer service through effective demand planning, production planning and inventory management. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within a manufacturing operation, working across planning, production, purchasing and logistics teams to balance customer demand with operational capacity. You will lead and develop a multi-functional planning team while driving improvements in forecasting accuracy, delivery performance and planning processes. Your new role As Planning Supervisor, you will be responsible for optimising plant planning and production steering processes to ensure customer demand is fulfilled on time. You will generate and maintain a reliable 12-month demand outlook, enabling effective production planning and material requirements planning across the operation. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will oversee demand planning, capacity evaluation and bottleneck management activities. You will facilitate regular planning reviews, create recovery plans where required and support supplier demand and capacity assessments. A key aspect of the role will be balancing production capacity with customer requirements while maintaining effective inventory control and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead, coach and develop both product line planning and materials planning teams, creating a collaborative culture where information is shared openly and planning challenges are addressed collectively. The role also involves driving process standardisation, monitoring key performance indicators, managing departmental budgets and championing data accuracy across planning systems. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this Planning Supervisor position, you will have a minimum of five years' experience in forecast planning and production planning within a manufacturing environment, including direct customer interaction. You will also have at least two years' experience leading or supervising multi-functional teams. You will possess strong knowledge of demand planning, capacity planning, bottleneck management, inventory control and production planning processes. Experience working with OEM or OES customer portals and a strong understanding of SAP MM, SD and PP modules are essential. Knowledge of SAP WM would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with the ability to lead meetings, influence stakeholders and manage conflicting priorities. You will be highly organised, commercially aware and capable of driving improvements across planning operations. Experience within automotive manufacturing is preferred, while expertise in data analytics, coding or Power BI would be particularly beneficial. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package in a full-time, permanent position. You will take ownership of key planning processes, lead an experienced team and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.This role offers exposure to strategic demand planning, production planning, inventory management and continuous improvement initiatives, providing an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional seeking the next step in their leadership career within manufacturing and supply chain operations. 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 on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Business Analyst Cloud Migration & Responsive Maintenance Full-time Permanent Finsbury Park Business Analyst job in Finsbury Park supporting the delivery of business-critical cloud migration, digital transformation, and operational improvement projects within a responsive maintenance environment, offering the opportunity to join a leading national contractor delivering technology solutions that enhance service delivery across property maintenance operations. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst to join a market-leading contractor delivering digital transformation initiatives within a responsive maintenance environment. Reporting into senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a key role in cloud migration programmes, operational scheduling improvements, and wider business transformation projects. Working closely with business and technical stakeholders, you'll analyse existing processes, define future-state requirements, support application discovery, and help deliver innovative technology solutions that improve operational performance and customer service. This is a permanent position based in Finsbury Park with occasional travel, offering the opportunity to work on high-profile transformation programmes with excellent long-term career progression. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities across cloud migration and digital transformation projects Engage with operational and technical stakeholders to capture business requirements and identify improvement opportunities Document current-state processes, systems, applications, integrations, and business workflows Define future-state processes, functional requirements, and non-functional requirements Conduct application discovery, impact assessments, and migration readiness activities Support cloud migration planning by identifying business objectives, risks, constraints, and success criteria Work closely with infrastructure, architecture, security, networking, and operational teams to deliver effective technology solutions Facilitate stakeholder workshops and ensure clear communication throughout project delivery Produce business cases, process maps, user stories, functional specifications, and requirements documentation Support testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), cutover planning, and business readiness activities Monitor project risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests throughout the project lifecycle Contribute to continuous improvement of business analysis standards, governance, and best practice Requirements Previous experience working as a Business Analyst within technology, digital transformation, or operational change projects Experience supporting cloud migration, application migration, or business transformation programmes Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and the full project lifecycle Experience gathering, documenting, and validating functional and non-functional requirements Knowledge of application discovery, systems integration, infrastructure, networking, and IT environments Excellent stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, and communication skills Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement abilities Experience producing process maps, business cases, user stories, and requirements documentation Business Analysis qualification or equivalent practical experience Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally Desirable Experience within property services, social housing, facilities management, or construction Exposure to Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud platforms Experience supporting operational scheduling, field service management, or responsive maintenance systems Knowledge of cloud migration approaches including Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, and Retire Package & Benefits Up to £61,000 per annum + comprehensive benefits package Permanent position Based in Finsbury Park with occasional travel Opportunity to work on business-critical cloud migration and digital transformation programmes Long-term career progression with a leading national contractor Collaborative, supportive environment with ongoing professional development This Business Analyst role in Finsbury Park offers the opportunity to join one of the UK's leading property services contractors, playing a key role in delivering cloud migration, operational improvement, and digital transformation projects that will shape the future of responsive maintenance services. Apply now through Skilled Careers to be considered for this opportunity.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Business Analyst Cloud Migration & Responsive Maintenance Full-time Permanent Finsbury Park Business Analyst job in Finsbury Park supporting the delivery of business-critical cloud migration, digital transformation, and operational improvement projects within a responsive maintenance environment, offering the opportunity to join a leading national contractor delivering technology solutions that enhance service delivery across property maintenance operations. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst to join a market-leading contractor delivering digital transformation initiatives within a responsive maintenance environment. Reporting into senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a key role in cloud migration programmes, operational scheduling improvements, and wider business transformation projects. Working closely with business and technical stakeholders, you'll analyse existing processes, define future-state requirements, support application discovery, and help deliver innovative technology solutions that improve operational performance and customer service. This is a permanent position based in Finsbury Park with occasional travel, offering the opportunity to work on high-profile transformation programmes with excellent long-term career progression. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities across cloud migration and digital transformation projects Engage with operational and technical stakeholders to capture business requirements and identify improvement opportunities Document current-state processes, systems, applications, integrations, and business workflows Define future-state processes, functional requirements, and non-functional requirements Conduct application discovery, impact assessments, and migration readiness activities Support cloud migration planning by identifying business objectives, risks, constraints, and success criteria Work closely with infrastructure, architecture, security, networking, and operational teams to deliver effective technology solutions Facilitate stakeholder workshops and ensure clear communication throughout project delivery Produce business cases, process maps, user stories, functional specifications, and requirements documentation Support testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), cutover planning, and business readiness activities Monitor project risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests throughout the project lifecycle Contribute to continuous improvement of business analysis standards, governance, and best practice Requirements Previous experience working as a Business Analyst within technology, digital transformation, or operational change projects Experience supporting cloud migration, application migration, or business transformation programmes Strong understanding of business analysis methodologies and the full project lifecycle Experience gathering, documenting, and validating functional and non-functional requirements Knowledge of application discovery, systems integration, infrastructure, networking, and IT environments Excellent stakeholder management, workshop facilitation, and communication skills Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement abilities Experience producing process maps, business cases, user stories, and requirements documentation Business Analysis qualification or equivalent practical experience Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally Desirable Experience within property services, social housing, facilities management, or construction Exposure to Microsoft Azure, AWS, or other cloud platforms Experience supporting operational scheduling, field service management, or responsive maintenance systems Knowledge of cloud migration approaches including Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, and Retire Package & Benefits Up to £61,000 per annum + comprehensive benefits package Permanent position Based in Finsbury Park with occasional travel Opportunity to work on business-critical cloud migration and digital transformation programmes Long-term career progression with a leading national contractor Collaborative, supportive environment with ongoing professional development This Business Analyst role in Finsbury Park offers the opportunity to join one of the UK's leading property services contractors, playing a key role in delivering cloud migration, operational improvement, and digital transformation projects that will shape the future of responsive maintenance services. Apply now through Skilled Careers to be considered for this opportunity.
Senior Datacentre Build Project Manager Data Centre & ICT Infrastructure - Mainland Europe I am working on behalf of four different clients within mainland Europe with simular needs on a variety of sites including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Lisbon, Germany and Finland. Our primary client is a leading provider of Data Centre and ICT infrastructure solutions, delivering complex, large-scale projects for some of the world's most demanding and mission-critical environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven project delivery professional who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to drive successful project outcomes across multiple locations, workstreams, and client programmes. The Role Reporting directly to the Divisional Director, the Senior Project Manager will be accountable for the delivery performance and overall budget position of assigned projects, locations, or scopes. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. Working closely with the Operations Manager, who assigns operational resources across the business, you will provide leadership and direction to Project Managers, Site Managers, and Site Supervisors to ensure efficient project execution and the achievement of key commercial and operational objectives. This role requires a highly capable leader with strong commercial acumen, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects within Data Centre, ICT, or related construction environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects, programmes, or major campus workstreams, ensuring all contractual, commercial, operational, and client requirements are met. Take ownership of project budgets and commercial performance across a portfolio of projects, including forecasting, cost control, financial reporting, and profitability. Provide oversight, mentorship, and challenge to Project Managers and delivery teams, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to project management best practices. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted partner throughout the project lifecycle. Drive effective project governance, controls, reporting, risk management, and performance monitoring to support successful project delivery. Identify project risks, issues, and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate challenges and improve outcomes. Lead recovery initiatives for underperforming or challenged projects, restoring programme performance and client confidence. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure projects are appropriately resourced and supported throughout delivery. Champion a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all projects. Skills & Experience The successful candidate will have significant experience delivering multiple concurrent projects, multiple scopes, or major campus workstreams within a Data Centre, ICT infrastructure, or construction environment. You will have demonstrated ownership of budgets and commercial performance at portfolio level, including responsibility for consolidated reporting and financial oversight. A strong background in leading, supporting, and developing Project Managers and wider delivery teams is essential, alongside the ability to influence and engage effectively with senior stakeholders and clients. You will possess a proven track record of recovering struggling projects and implementing solutions that improve delivery performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction. A comprehensive understanding of project controls, governance frameworks, programme reporting, and risk management disciplines is required, together with strong commercial awareness and excellent organisational skills. Candidates should have strong computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. What's on Offer This is an opportunity to join a highly respected organisation operating at the forefront of the Data Centre and ICT infrastructure sector. You'll have the chance to lead high-profile, technically complex projects while working alongside an experienced leadership team committed to excellence, innovation, and long-term career development. If you are an accomplished Senior Project Manager looking for your next challenge within a fast-growing and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Datacentre Build Project Manager Data Centre & ICT Infrastructure - Mainland Europe I am working on behalf of four different clients within mainland Europe with simular needs on a variety of sites including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Lisbon, Germany and Finland. Our primary client is a leading provider of Data Centre and ICT infrastructure solutions, delivering complex, large-scale projects for some of the world's most demanding and mission-critical environments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven project delivery professional who can combine strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to drive successful project outcomes across multiple locations, workstreams, and client programmes. The Role Reporting directly to the Divisional Director, the Senior Project Manager will be accountable for the delivery performance and overall budget position of assigned projects, locations, or scopes. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. Working closely with the Operations Manager, who assigns operational resources across the business, you will provide leadership and direction to Project Managers, Site Managers, and Site Supervisors to ensure efficient project execution and the achievement of key commercial and operational objectives. This role requires a highly capable leader with strong commercial acumen, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects within Data Centre, ICT, or related construction environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects, programmes, or major campus workstreams, ensuring all contractual, commercial, operational, and client requirements are met. Take ownership of project budgets and commercial performance across a portfolio of projects, including forecasting, cost control, financial reporting, and profitability. Provide oversight, mentorship, and challenge to Project Managers and delivery teams, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to project management best practices. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted partner throughout the project lifecycle. Drive effective project governance, controls, reporting, risk management, and performance monitoring to support successful project delivery. Identify project risks, issues, and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate challenges and improve outcomes. Lead recovery initiatives for underperforming or challenged projects, restoring programme performance and client confidence. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure projects are appropriately resourced and supported throughout delivery. Champion a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all projects. Skills & Experience The successful candidate will have significant experience delivering multiple concurrent projects, multiple scopes, or major campus workstreams within a Data Centre, ICT infrastructure, or construction environment. You will have demonstrated ownership of budgets and commercial performance at portfolio level, including responsibility for consolidated reporting and financial oversight. A strong background in leading, supporting, and developing Project Managers and wider delivery teams is essential, alongside the ability to influence and engage effectively with senior stakeholders and clients. You will possess a proven track record of recovering struggling projects and implementing solutions that improve delivery performance, profitability, and customer satisfaction. A comprehensive understanding of project controls, governance frameworks, programme reporting, and risk management disciplines is required, together with strong commercial awareness and excellent organisational skills. Candidates should have strong computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. What's on Offer This is an opportunity to join a highly respected organisation operating at the forefront of the Data Centre and ICT infrastructure sector. You'll have the chance to lead high-profile, technically complex projects while working alongside an experienced leadership team committed to excellence, innovation, and long-term career development. If you are an accomplished Senior Project Manager looking for your next challenge within a fast-growing and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Interim PMO Manager (Outside IR35) Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Contract: 12 Months Rate: £550 per day (Outside IR35) The Opportunity We're partnering with a fast-growing, privately owned, acquisitive organisation undergoing a significant enterprise-wide transformation programme. As the business continues to scale through acquisition, they're investing heavily in technology and business change to support future growth. We're looking for an experienced Interim PMO Manager who can bring a blend of PMO leadership and programme delivery expertise. This is not a traditional PMO role focused solely on governance and reporting - we're looking for someone who can drive delivery, coordinate stakeholders and ensure a complex transformation programme stays on track. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead the PMO, manage third-party delivery partners, coordinate multiple business workstreams and provide the structure, governance and leadership required to successfully deliver a major transformation programme. The Role Key responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Programme Management Office across a large-scale business transformation programme. Establish and maintain programme governance, reporting, RAID logs, integrated plans and executive dashboards. Coordinate multiple workstreams across Technology, Finance, Operations and wider business functions. Manage relationships with one or more external Systems Integrators and implementation partners, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones and programme objectives. Drive collaboration between third-party suppliers and internal workstream leads, managing dependencies and resolving issues. Identify programme risks, blockers and interdependencies, escalating where appropriate. Facilitate steering committees, governance forums and programme reviews with senior stakeholders. Ensure programme reporting, resource planning and financial tracking are accurate and timely. Support programme planning, prioritisation and decision making across the wider transformation portfolio. Champion programme management best practice and continuous improvement. About You You'll combine strong PMO leadership with hands-on programme or project management experience and be comfortable operating in fast-paced transformation environments. You'll be able to influence senior stakeholders, challenge delivery partners where required and keep multiple workstreams aligned to programme objectives. Essential Experience: Proven experience leading PMO functions within large-scale business or technology transformation programmes. Experience combining PMO leadership with project or programme management responsibilities. Strong programme governance, planning, reporting, RAID management and programme controls experience. Experience managing external Systems Integrators and third-party delivery partners. Ability to coordinate multiple internal workstreams and hold stakeholders accountable for programme deliverables. Experience presenting to Steering Committees, Programme Boards and Executive stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills. Comfortable working within fast-paced, evolving organisations with multiple concurrent priorities.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
Interim PMO Manager (Outside IR35) Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Contract: 12 Months Rate: £550 per day (Outside IR35) The Opportunity We're partnering with a fast-growing, privately owned, acquisitive organisation undergoing a significant enterprise-wide transformation programme. As the business continues to scale through acquisition, they're investing heavily in technology and business change to support future growth. We're looking for an experienced Interim PMO Manager who can bring a blend of PMO leadership and programme delivery expertise. This is not a traditional PMO role focused solely on governance and reporting - we're looking for someone who can drive delivery, coordinate stakeholders and ensure a complex transformation programme stays on track. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead the PMO, manage third-party delivery partners, coordinate multiple business workstreams and provide the structure, governance and leadership required to successfully deliver a major transformation programme. The Role Key responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Programme Management Office across a large-scale business transformation programme. Establish and maintain programme governance, reporting, RAID logs, integrated plans and executive dashboards. Coordinate multiple workstreams across Technology, Finance, Operations and wider business functions. Manage relationships with one or more external Systems Integrators and implementation partners, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones and programme objectives. Drive collaboration between third-party suppliers and internal workstream leads, managing dependencies and resolving issues. Identify programme risks, blockers and interdependencies, escalating where appropriate. Facilitate steering committees, governance forums and programme reviews with senior stakeholders. Ensure programme reporting, resource planning and financial tracking are accurate and timely. Support programme planning, prioritisation and decision making across the wider transformation portfolio. Champion programme management best practice and continuous improvement. About You You'll combine strong PMO leadership with hands-on programme or project management experience and be comfortable operating in fast-paced transformation environments. You'll be able to influence senior stakeholders, challenge delivery partners where required and keep multiple workstreams aligned to programme objectives. Essential Experience: Proven experience leading PMO functions within large-scale business or technology transformation programmes. Experience combining PMO leadership with project or programme management responsibilities. Strong programme governance, planning, reporting, RAID management and programme controls experience. Experience managing external Systems Integrators and third-party delivery partners. Ability to coordinate multiple internal workstreams and hold stakeholders accountable for programme deliverables. Experience presenting to Steering Committees, Programme Boards and Executive stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills. Comfortable working within fast-paced, evolving organisations with multiple concurrent priorities.
Finance Manager Cwmbran, Wales - Hybrid (3 days per week at site) Manufacturing £55,000 - £65,000 + excellent benefits Are you a Management Accountant/ Finance Manager who genuinely enjoys owning the month-end process, getting beneath the numbers and ensuring the balance sheet is accurate, controlled and fully understood? We re partnering with a successful and innovative manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager into a key role within its finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you ll take full ownership of the month-end close, lead a small team and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role will particularly suit someone who enjoys investigating variances, understanding the story behind the numbers and maintaining strong control over the balance sheet. Alongside the core reporting responsibilities, you ll work closely with operations, procurement, transport and senior leadership, providing the insight and challenge needed to improve costs, controls and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Finance Manager who enjoys combining technical accounting, detailed analysis, team leadership and commercial business partnering. The Role As Finance Manager, you will: Own and manage the complete month-end process, ensuring accounts are accurate, well controlled and delivered within agreed deadlines. Take ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are completed to a high standard and all balances are fully supported and understood. Investigate variances in detail, identifying the underlying operational and financial drivers behind performance. Manage and report on rebate liabilities. Act as a key finance partner to transport teams across two operational sites. Perform detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast, translating findings into clear and actionable insights. Analyse production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements and stronger processes. Present the monthly management accounts pack, clearly explaining performance against budget, forecast and the prior year. Provide financial insight to support operational decisions, capital investment proposals and continuous improvement initiatives. Challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders to strengthen cost control and operational efficiency. Manage the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Monitor profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow performance against budget and forecast, highlighting risks and opportunities. Partner with manufacturing and commercial teams to track and understand key cost drivers. Produce regular cost-performance reporting for senior management. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data held within the ERP system. Maintain robust financial controls over inventory valuation and cost allocation. Oversee the annual external audit process. Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to enhance cost tracking, reporting and financial analysis. Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time. Deliver ad hoc reporting, project work and financial analysis as required. Manage and support the general ledger team, helping to maintain high standards of accuracy, accountability and delivery. About You You will be: A fully qualified accountant through CIMA, ACCA or ACA, studying towards your qualification or qualified by experience. Someone who takes pride in owning month end, maintaining a strong balance sheet and resolving unexplained variances. Experienced in variance analysis, inventory accounting and rebate-liability management. Highly analytical, detail-focused and naturally curious about what is driving the numbers. An effective finance business partner with experience supporting and influencing non-finance stakeholders. Experienced within a manufacturing or construction-related environment. Confident using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP platform. Highly proficient in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables and data analysis. Familiar with Power BI, although this is desirable rather than essential. A collaborative, approachable team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills. What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. 33 days holiday, including bank holidays. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Westfield Health Cash Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Fitbit Care programme. Life assurance. Long-service awards. Employee discounts Career-development opportunities within a growing and innovative organisation. A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment. Ongoing commitment to continuous professional development. This is a broad and influential Finance Manager opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the detail, taking ownership of the numbers and using strong financial control and analysis to improve business performance. To find out more, apply directly or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Cwmbran, Wales - Hybrid (3 days per week at site) Manufacturing £55,000 - £65,000 + excellent benefits Are you a Management Accountant/ Finance Manager who genuinely enjoys owning the month-end process, getting beneath the numbers and ensuring the balance sheet is accurate, controlled and fully understood? We re partnering with a successful and innovative manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager into a key role within its finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you ll take full ownership of the month-end close, lead a small team and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role will particularly suit someone who enjoys investigating variances, understanding the story behind the numbers and maintaining strong control over the balance sheet. Alongside the core reporting responsibilities, you ll work closely with operations, procurement, transport and senior leadership, providing the insight and challenge needed to improve costs, controls and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Finance Manager who enjoys combining technical accounting, detailed analysis, team leadership and commercial business partnering. The Role As Finance Manager, you will: Own and manage the complete month-end process, ensuring accounts are accurate, well controlled and delivered within agreed deadlines. Take ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are completed to a high standard and all balances are fully supported and understood. Investigate variances in detail, identifying the underlying operational and financial drivers behind performance. Manage and report on rebate liabilities. Act as a key finance partner to transport teams across two operational sites. Perform detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast, translating findings into clear and actionable insights. Analyse production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements and stronger processes. Present the monthly management accounts pack, clearly explaining performance against budget, forecast and the prior year. Provide financial insight to support operational decisions, capital investment proposals and continuous improvement initiatives. Challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders to strengthen cost control and operational efficiency. Manage the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Monitor profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow performance against budget and forecast, highlighting risks and opportunities. Partner with manufacturing and commercial teams to track and understand key cost drivers. Produce regular cost-performance reporting for senior management. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data held within the ERP system. Maintain robust financial controls over inventory valuation and cost allocation. Oversee the annual external audit process. Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to enhance cost tracking, reporting and financial analysis. Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time. Deliver ad hoc reporting, project work and financial analysis as required. Manage and support the general ledger team, helping to maintain high standards of accuracy, accountability and delivery. About You You will be: A fully qualified accountant through CIMA, ACCA or ACA, studying towards your qualification or qualified by experience. Someone who takes pride in owning month end, maintaining a strong balance sheet and resolving unexplained variances. Experienced in variance analysis, inventory accounting and rebate-liability management. Highly analytical, detail-focused and naturally curious about what is driving the numbers. An effective finance business partner with experience supporting and influencing non-finance stakeholders. Experienced within a manufacturing or construction-related environment. Confident using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP platform. Highly proficient in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables and data analysis. Familiar with Power BI, although this is desirable rather than essential. A collaborative, approachable team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills. What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. 33 days holiday, including bank holidays. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Westfield Health Cash Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Fitbit Care programme. Life assurance. Long-service awards. Employee discounts Career-development opportunities within a growing and innovative organisation. A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment. Ongoing commitment to continuous professional development. This is a broad and influential Finance Manager opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the detail, taking ownership of the numbers and using strong financial control and analysis to improve business performance. To find out more, apply directly or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Quality Assurance Manager Nottinghamshire Monday - Friday Love quality? Thrive on audits? Want to make a real impact? If you're the kind of person who spots an issue before anyone else, enjoys getting audit-ready (yes, really!), and believes quality should be at the heart of every decision, then keep reading We're looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to lead a QA team and help drive food safety, quality and compliance across a busy fresh produce business supplying some of the UK's biggest retailers. You'll be the link between Technical, Production and customers, ensuring standards are not only met but continuously improved. What you'll be doing No two days are the same, but you'll be responsible for: Leading and developing the Quality Assurance team. Driving compliance with BRCGS, retailer and customer standards. Managing the internal audit programme and ensuring corrective actions are completed. Carrying out gap analysis against retailer Codes of Practice and BRCGS requirements. Investigating customer complaints, quality incidents and non-conformances to identify root causes and implement preventative actions. Monitoring quality trends and using data to drive continuous improvement. Maintaining and improving the site's Quality Management System. Championing GMP, hygiene, traceability, calibration and food safety standards across the site. Supporting HACCP, TACCP and VACCP programmes. Assisting with retailer specifications, customer portals and technical documentation. Supporting retailer, customer and third-party audits. Acting as a key contact for customers on quality and food safety matters. Coaching, mentoring and developing the QA team to achieve their full potential. What we're looking for You'll already have experience in a QA Manager, Quality Manager or Senior QA role within food manufacturing or fresh produce. You'll also bring: Experience working with major UK retailers. Strong knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety Standards. Experience leading audits and managing retailer requirements. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Confidence building relationships with customers and internal teams. HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3. A full UK driving licence. Bonus points if you have Fresh produce experience. Internal Auditor qualification. Experience with retailer Codes of Practice. Root Cause Analysis or Continuous Improvement training. Why join? This is a business where quality isn't just a department-it's central to everything they do. You'll have the opportunity to influence site standards, lead a fantastic team, work directly with major retailers and play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the business. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are listened to, your experience is valued and you can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Luan at MorePeople on (phone number removed)
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Quality Assurance Manager Nottinghamshire Monday - Friday Love quality? Thrive on audits? Want to make a real impact? If you're the kind of person who spots an issue before anyone else, enjoys getting audit-ready (yes, really!), and believes quality should be at the heart of every decision, then keep reading We're looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to lead a QA team and help drive food safety, quality and compliance across a busy fresh produce business supplying some of the UK's biggest retailers. You'll be the link between Technical, Production and customers, ensuring standards are not only met but continuously improved. What you'll be doing No two days are the same, but you'll be responsible for: Leading and developing the Quality Assurance team. Driving compliance with BRCGS, retailer and customer standards. Managing the internal audit programme and ensuring corrective actions are completed. Carrying out gap analysis against retailer Codes of Practice and BRCGS requirements. Investigating customer complaints, quality incidents and non-conformances to identify root causes and implement preventative actions. Monitoring quality trends and using data to drive continuous improvement. Maintaining and improving the site's Quality Management System. Championing GMP, hygiene, traceability, calibration and food safety standards across the site. Supporting HACCP, TACCP and VACCP programmes. Assisting with retailer specifications, customer portals and technical documentation. Supporting retailer, customer and third-party audits. Acting as a key contact for customers on quality and food safety matters. Coaching, mentoring and developing the QA team to achieve their full potential. What we're looking for You'll already have experience in a QA Manager, Quality Manager or Senior QA role within food manufacturing or fresh produce. You'll also bring: Experience working with major UK retailers. Strong knowledge of BRCGS Food Safety Standards. Experience leading audits and managing retailer requirements. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Confidence building relationships with customers and internal teams. HACCP Level 3 and Food Safety Level 3. A full UK driving licence. Bonus points if you have Fresh produce experience. Internal Auditor qualification. Experience with retailer Codes of Practice. Root Cause Analysis or Continuous Improvement training. Why join? This is a business where quality isn't just a department-it's central to everything they do. You'll have the opportunity to influence site standards, lead a fantastic team, work directly with major retailers and play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the business. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are listened to, your experience is valued and you can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Luan at MorePeople on (phone number removed)
Job Title : Customer Insights (Voice of the Customer) Manager Location: Warwick (2/3 days per week onsite) / Hybrid Contract: 12 months initial (strong likelihood of extension) As the Customer Insights Manager, you will be the driving force behind integrating customer insights across the organisation. Your role is pivotal in delivering a clear, evidence-based view of how the organisation is perceived by its customers. Key Responsibilities : Extensive experience in leading customer insight or analytics functions in complex environments. Proven ability to synthesise complex information into strategic narratives that influence senior decision-makers. Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and simplify complexity. A proactive, resilient mindset, committed to continuous improvement and customer excellence. Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to anticipating and responding to the evolving needs of customers. Play a crucial role in shaping the future of customer experience in the energy sector. Collaborate with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on strategic decision-making. What You Bring : Extensive experience in leading customer insight or analytics functions in complex environments. Proven ability to synthesise complex information into strategic narratives that influence senior decision-makers. Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and simplify complexity. A proactive, resilient mindset, committed to continuous improvement and customer excellence. Why Join Us? Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to anticipating and responding to the evolving needs of customers. Play a crucial role in shaping the future of customer experience in the energy sector. Collaborate with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on strategic decision-making. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and drive customer insights forward, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and excellence. Apply now! Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
Job Title : Customer Insights (Voice of the Customer) Manager Location: Warwick (2/3 days per week onsite) / Hybrid Contract: 12 months initial (strong likelihood of extension) As the Customer Insights Manager, you will be the driving force behind integrating customer insights across the organisation. Your role is pivotal in delivering a clear, evidence-based view of how the organisation is perceived by its customers. Key Responsibilities : Extensive experience in leading customer insight or analytics functions in complex environments. Proven ability to synthesise complex information into strategic narratives that influence senior decision-makers. Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and simplify complexity. A proactive, resilient mindset, committed to continuous improvement and customer excellence. Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to anticipating and responding to the evolving needs of customers. Play a crucial role in shaping the future of customer experience in the energy sector. Collaborate with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on strategic decision-making. What You Bring : Extensive experience in leading customer insight or analytics functions in complex environments. Proven ability to synthesise complex information into strategic narratives that influence senior decision-makers. Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and simplify complexity. A proactive, resilient mindset, committed to continuous improvement and customer excellence. Why Join Us? Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to anticipating and responding to the evolving needs of customers. Play a crucial role in shaping the future of customer experience in the energy sector. Collaborate with senior leaders and make a tangible impact on strategic decision-making. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and drive customer insights forward, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and excellence. Apply now! Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Are you looking for a new challenge to further your customer service career? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and successful business for an experienced Senior Import / Export Administrator to join their team in Witham. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for leading and developing an experienced logistics and customer service team while ensuring the highest standards of service are delivered to both UK and international customers. Working collaboratively with Sales, Operations, Planning, Finance and Logistics, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence, enhancing customer satisfaction and supporting the continued growth of the business. This position would suit a customer service professional with import / export experience and a true desire to grow within a leadership role. You will have a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to build strong relationships across multiple functions. Please note: Due to the location of the site, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle , as public transport links are limited. The Role - Senior Import / Export Administrator Reporting to the Customer Service Manager, you will lead an experienced team of customer service professionals while managing a portfolio of UK and international customer accounts. You'll work closely with Sales, Operations, Planning, Finance, Logistics and external partners to ensure orders are delivered efficiently and customers receive an outstanding service. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll also identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency and support the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities - Senior Import / Export Administrator Lead, coach and develop the Customer Service team to deliver exceptional customer service. Provide day-to-day guidance, support and performance management. Manage a portfolio of UK and international customer orders from receipt through to delivery. Build strong working relationships with customers, internal departments and external logistics partners. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Review and improve team processes and workflows. Ensure compliance with export, customs and international trade requirements. Support business continuity by providing cover across customer support functions where required. Person Specification - Senior Import / Export Administrator Previous experience leading and developing a customer service team. Strong B2B customer service experience. A proven track record of driving continuous improvement. Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain teams. Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Desirable Experience managing international customers. Knowledge of export processes, customs regulations and international shipping documentation. Benefits Independent established business. Performance bonus scheme. Generous pension contribution. Life insurance. 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression. If you are an experienced customer service professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a new challenge to further your customer service career? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and successful business for an experienced Senior Import / Export Administrator to join their team in Witham. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for leading and developing an experienced logistics and customer service team while ensuring the highest standards of service are delivered to both UK and international customers. Working collaboratively with Sales, Operations, Planning, Finance and Logistics, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence, enhancing customer satisfaction and supporting the continued growth of the business. This position would suit a customer service professional with import / export experience and a true desire to grow within a leadership role. You will have a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to build strong relationships across multiple functions. Please note: Due to the location of the site, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle , as public transport links are limited. The Role - Senior Import / Export Administrator Reporting to the Customer Service Manager, you will lead an experienced team of customer service professionals while managing a portfolio of UK and international customer accounts. You'll work closely with Sales, Operations, Planning, Finance, Logistics and external partners to ensure orders are delivered efficiently and customers receive an outstanding service. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll also identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency and support the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities - Senior Import / Export Administrator Lead, coach and develop the Customer Service team to deliver exceptional customer service. Provide day-to-day guidance, support and performance management. Manage a portfolio of UK and international customer orders from receipt through to delivery. Build strong working relationships with customers, internal departments and external logistics partners. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Review and improve team processes and workflows. Ensure compliance with export, customs and international trade requirements. Support business continuity by providing cover across customer support functions where required. Person Specification - Senior Import / Export Administrator Previous experience leading and developing a customer service team. Strong B2B customer service experience. A proven track record of driving continuous improvement. Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain teams. Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Desirable Experience managing international customers. Knowledge of export processes, customs regulations and international shipping documentation. Benefits Independent established business. Performance bonus scheme. Generous pension contribution. Life insurance. 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression. If you are an experienced customer service professional looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Production Section Manager - A Shift When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role The Production Section Manager is accountable for managing shift operations and ensuring that production lines run efficiently, safely, and in line with quality standards. This role requires strong leadership to manage resources, coordinate labour, and maintain performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Production Section Manager will work closely with QA, HR, Engineering, and Senior Production Managers to address operational issues, optimise performance, and support team development. Shift Pattern Information: X1 A Shift 06:30-Finish (Week 1: Sun, Mon, Tues & Wed & Week 2: Sun, Mon & Tues) Key Responsibilities: Shift Operations & Production Management: Ensure pre-shift checks are completed and escalate any issues. Allocate team members according to production plans and product quality requirements. Coordinate labour replacements to meet production demand and communicate shift updates to Planning, Technical, and Senior Production Managers. Monitor attendance, manage sickness trends, and conduct RTW interviews. Ensure compliance with PPE and site safety rules through regular checks. Maintain availability of trays, pallets, and boxes, coordinating with PPT drivers. Manage holiday planning and ensure adequate cover is available. Team Leadership & Development: Mentor new starters and oversee probation periods in coordination with HR and Senior Production Managers. Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and create development pathways aligned with business objectives. Manage staffing levels and ensure all team members are competently trained and compliant with technical standards. Lead shop floor investigations, counselling meetings, and provide feedback during probationary reviews. Quality, Safety & Process Ownership: Work closely with QA teams to optimise quality performance and adjust line manning as required. Conduct visual inspections of packs, trays, and pallets to ensure specifications and packaging standards are met. Monitor SIC, manage escalations, and liaise with engineers on performance improvements. Embed GMP compliance and maintain a high standard of food safety culture across the team. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement: Take accountability for overall shift performance including productivity, quality, and safety targets. Use performance, technical, and HR data to inform decision-making and team reviews. Promote a performance-driven culture focused on exceeding operational targets. Demonstrate and promote Branston Values in all behaviours and interactions. General Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with all Branston Health and Safety and Hygiene rules. Support and demonstrate a strong food safety culture. Carry out reasonable duties as requested by management. Conduct duties efficiently, with consideration for time and resource use. Take responsibility for own professional development and participate in training as required. Skills & Experience: Proven leadership and people management skills. Strong computer skills, including Excel. Experience managing production or manufacturing teams. Ability to mentor and develop team members. Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Benefits Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension contributions Private Health Insurance Life Assurance & critical illness cover Onsite Parking Free fruit & potatoes Electric salary sacrifice car scheme Flu vaccines Refer a friend scheme If you are a proactive, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys developing high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Production Section Manager - A Shift When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role The Production Section Manager is accountable for managing shift operations and ensuring that production lines run efficiently, safely, and in line with quality standards. This role requires strong leadership to manage resources, coordinate labour, and maintain performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Production Section Manager will work closely with QA, HR, Engineering, and Senior Production Managers to address operational issues, optimise performance, and support team development. Shift Pattern Information: X1 A Shift 06:30-Finish (Week 1: Sun, Mon, Tues & Wed & Week 2: Sun, Mon & Tues) Key Responsibilities: Shift Operations & Production Management: Ensure pre-shift checks are completed and escalate any issues. Allocate team members according to production plans and product quality requirements. Coordinate labour replacements to meet production demand and communicate shift updates to Planning, Technical, and Senior Production Managers. Monitor attendance, manage sickness trends, and conduct RTW interviews. Ensure compliance with PPE and site safety rules through regular checks. Maintain availability of trays, pallets, and boxes, coordinating with PPT drivers. Manage holiday planning and ensure adequate cover is available. Team Leadership & Development: Mentor new starters and oversee probation periods in coordination with HR and Senior Production Managers. Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and create development pathways aligned with business objectives. Manage staffing levels and ensure all team members are competently trained and compliant with technical standards. Lead shop floor investigations, counselling meetings, and provide feedback during probationary reviews. Quality, Safety & Process Ownership: Work closely with QA teams to optimise quality performance and adjust line manning as required. Conduct visual inspections of packs, trays, and pallets to ensure specifications and packaging standards are met. Monitor SIC, manage escalations, and liaise with engineers on performance improvements. Embed GMP compliance and maintain a high standard of food safety culture across the team. Performance Management & Continuous Improvement: Take accountability for overall shift performance including productivity, quality, and safety targets. Use performance, technical, and HR data to inform decision-making and team reviews. Promote a performance-driven culture focused on exceeding operational targets. Demonstrate and promote Branston Values in all behaviours and interactions. General Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with all Branston Health and Safety and Hygiene rules. Support and demonstrate a strong food safety culture. Carry out reasonable duties as requested by management. Conduct duties efficiently, with consideration for time and resource use. Take responsibility for own professional development and participate in training as required. Skills & Experience: Proven leadership and people management skills. Strong computer skills, including Excel. Experience managing production or manufacturing teams. Ability to mentor and develop team members. Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Benefits Company bonus scheme Enhanced pension contributions Private Health Insurance Life Assurance & critical illness cover Onsite Parking Free fruit & potatoes Electric salary sacrifice car scheme Flu vaccines Refer a friend scheme If you are a proactive, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys developing high-performing teams, we want to hear from you.
Butler Rose is exclusively recruiting a Director of Finance for a well-established and values-driven University in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded finance leader. In this role, you will lead the finance function and play a key role in delivering organisational strategy through robust financial management, insightful reporting and strong financial governance. This is a highly visible leadership position, offering the chance to influence decision-making at the highest level while driving continuous improvement across finance operations. As Director of Finance, you will be responsible for leading financial accounting, management accounting and procurement activities, ensuring the University has accurate, timely and meaningful financial information to support strategic and operational decision-making. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, treasury and cash-flow management, tax compliance and external audit processes, whilst continually enhancing systems, controls and ways of working. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing the finance team Producing high-quality monthly management accounts, forecasts and financial reports. Managing annual budgeting and financial planning processes. Overseeing statutory accounts preparation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Acting as the primary contact for external auditors and key financial stakeholders. Managing cash-flow forecasting, balance sheet reviews and financial reconciliations. Providing financial insight and challenge to support business planning, investment decisions and strategic initiatives. Supporting the development of business cases, financial modelling and cost analysis. Ensuring robust financial controls, governance and risk management processes are maintained. Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reporting capability and service delivery across the finance function. Acting as deputy to the Chief Finance Officer when required. About You We are seeking a qualified finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership capability and the ability to influence stakeholders across a complex organisation. Experience of working within the public sector, particularly Higher Education is desirable. You will demonstrate: Full CCAB accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role. Strong background in financial accounting, management reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams. Excellent understanding of financial governance, controls and statutory reporting requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information. The confidence and credibility to influence senior leaders and stakeholders. Experience driving process improvement and organisational change. Strong communication and presentation skills. A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with ambitious plans for the future, where finance is recognised as a strategic partner to the wider business. You will have the opportunity to: Contribute to strategic decision-making at executive level. Lead and shape a high-performing finance function. Drive meaningful change and continuous improvement. Work within a collaborative, values-led environment. Play a key role in supporting long-term organisational success. On offer is a very strong benefits package including generous pension, annual leave entitlement and flexible / hybrid working. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Butler Rose is exclusively recruiting a Director of Finance for a well-established and values-driven University in Plymouth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded finance leader. In this role, you will lead the finance function and play a key role in delivering organisational strategy through robust financial management, insightful reporting and strong financial governance. This is a highly visible leadership position, offering the chance to influence decision-making at the highest level while driving continuous improvement across finance operations. As Director of Finance, you will be responsible for leading financial accounting, management accounting and procurement activities, ensuring the University has accurate, timely and meaningful financial information to support strategic and operational decision-making. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, treasury and cash-flow management, tax compliance and external audit processes, whilst continually enhancing systems, controls and ways of working. Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing the finance team Producing high-quality monthly management accounts, forecasts and financial reports. Managing annual budgeting and financial planning processes. Overseeing statutory accounts preparation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Acting as the primary contact for external auditors and key financial stakeholders. Managing cash-flow forecasting, balance sheet reviews and financial reconciliations. Providing financial insight and challenge to support business planning, investment decisions and strategic initiatives. Supporting the development of business cases, financial modelling and cost analysis. Ensuring robust financial controls, governance and risk management processes are maintained. Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reporting capability and service delivery across the finance function. Acting as deputy to the Chief Finance Officer when required. About You We are seeking a qualified finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership capability and the ability to influence stakeholders across a complex organisation. Experience of working within the public sector, particularly Higher Education is desirable. You will demonstrate: Full CCAB accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role. Strong background in financial accounting, management reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams. Excellent understanding of financial governance, controls and statutory reporting requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information. The confidence and credibility to influence senior leaders and stakeholders. Experience driving process improvement and organisational change. Strong communication and presentation skills. A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach. What's on Offer? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with ambitious plans for the future, where finance is recognised as a strategic partner to the wider business. You will have the opportunity to: Contribute to strategic decision-making at executive level. Lead and shape a high-performing finance function. Drive meaningful change and continuous improvement. Work within a collaborative, values-led environment. Play a key role in supporting long-term organisational success. On offer is a very strong benefits package including generous pension, annual leave entitlement and flexible / hybrid working. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP. Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Technical Services Manager Location: Warwickshire (primarily site-based with travel to client locations) Reporting To: Managing Director Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for developing technical delivery capability, managing engineering resources, ensuring high standards of project execution, and maintaining compliance across health & safety, quality management systems, training, and operational performance. The role will work closely with senior leadership to support business growth, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Technical & Operational Leadership Manage and develop the company's technical delivery function and site-based engineering teams. Ensure projects and contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the required quality standards. Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational processes and procedures. Health, Safety & Compliance Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture across the business. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, company procedures, and industry standards. Support and oversee ISO management systems, training compliance, and operational best practice. Maintain a focus on continuous improvement across quality, safety, and technical delivery functions. Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients. Support key account management activities and contribute to long-term client retention. Business Growth & Strategy Support business development activities for both existing and prospective clients. Contribute to strategic planning and operational growth initiatives. Assist in the development of new services and solutions to meet market demands. Work collaboratively with senior leadership to achieve business objectives and growth targets. People Management Lead, motivate, and develop engineering and operational teams. Identify training and development requirements across the department. Staff & Financial Responsibilities Staff Leadership and management of engineering and technical delivery personnel. Oversight of health & safety, technical training, and workforce development activities. Support operational teams in achieving project and business objectives. Financial Responsibility for operational financial performance across major projects. Contribute to cost control, budgeting, and project profitability Key Performance Indicators Technical delivery performance Project and programme delivery Cost management and profitability Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will possess: Proven experience in a Technical Services, Engineering Management, Operations Management or similar leadership role. Strong leadership and people management skills. Experience managing site-based engineering or technical teams. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and quality management systems. Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management abilities. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing specialist business. Career development and progression opportunities. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical leader to drive operational excellence, develop high-performing teams, and contribute significantly to the continued growth and success of the organisation.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Technical Services Manager Location: Warwickshire (primarily site-based with travel to client locations) Reporting To: Managing Director Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for developing technical delivery capability, managing engineering resources, ensuring high standards of project execution, and maintaining compliance across health & safety, quality management systems, training, and operational performance. The role will work closely with senior leadership to support business growth, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Technical & Operational Leadership Manage and develop the company's technical delivery function and site-based engineering teams. Ensure projects and contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the required quality standards. Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational processes and procedures. Health, Safety & Compliance Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture across the business. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, company procedures, and industry standards. Support and oversee ISO management systems, training compliance, and operational best practice. Maintain a focus on continuous improvement across quality, safety, and technical delivery functions. Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients. Support key account management activities and contribute to long-term client retention. Business Growth & Strategy Support business development activities for both existing and prospective clients. Contribute to strategic planning and operational growth initiatives. Assist in the development of new services and solutions to meet market demands. Work collaboratively with senior leadership to achieve business objectives and growth targets. People Management Lead, motivate, and develop engineering and operational teams. Identify training and development requirements across the department. Staff & Financial Responsibilities Staff Leadership and management of engineering and technical delivery personnel. Oversight of health & safety, technical training, and workforce development activities. Support operational teams in achieving project and business objectives. Financial Responsibility for operational financial performance across major projects. Contribute to cost control, budgeting, and project profitability Key Performance Indicators Technical delivery performance Project and programme delivery Cost management and profitability Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will possess: Proven experience in a Technical Services, Engineering Management, Operations Management or similar leadership role. Strong leadership and people management skills. Experience managing site-based engineering or technical teams. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and quality management systems. Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management abilities. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to play a key role within a growing specialist business. Career development and progression opportunities. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical leader to drive operational excellence, develop high-performing teams, and contribute significantly to the continued growth and success of the organisation.
Partnership Accountant Annual Salary: £100k Location: London Job Type: Full-time Fixed Term Contract Join a leading professional services organisation as a Partnership Accountant. This key position involves the end-to-end management of partner financial arrangements, supporting partners and senior stakeholders across all aspects of partner accounting, remuneration, tax reserves, capital accounts, and financial reporting. Day-to-day of the role: Partner Remuneration & Distributions: Calculate and process monthly partner drawings and quarterly distributions. Support annual profit allocation processes and maintain remuneration schedules. Prepare remuneration statements and partner reporting. Forecast partner distributions and tax payments. Administer partner annuity arrangements. Partner Accounts Management: Manage capital, current, and tax reserve accounts. Oversee partner capital contributions and repayments. Maintain accurate account records and ensure compliance with partnership agreements. Tax Reserve & Partner Tax Support: Coordinate tax payment schedules and liaise with HMRC and external tax advisers. Prepare partner tax schedules and support compliance requirements. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support year-end reporting, prepare partner-related financial reporting, and assist with business planning. Partner Lifecycle Management: Support the onboarding of new partners and manage retirement and exit processes. Prepare financial illustrations and produce necessary financial confirmations. Governance, Compliance & Systems: Maintain documentation, ensure compliance with governance requirements, and identify system improvements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted adviser to partners on financial matters and build strong relationships with senior leadership. Required Skills & Qualifications: Previous partnership accounting and LLP experience. Strong understanding of partner remuneration structures, capital accounts, and UK tax fundamentals. Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Excellent analytical and reconciliation capabilities. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Exposure to international environments, experience with SAP or similar financial systems, and knowledge of partnership governance frameworks. Benefits: Competitive salary. Exposure to senior stakeholders. Opportunities for professional development in a collaborative culture. Commitment to continuous improvement and compliance. To apply for this Partnership Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Aug 13, 2026
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Partnership Accountant Annual Salary: £100k Location: London Job Type: Full-time Fixed Term Contract Join a leading professional services organisation as a Partnership Accountant. This key position involves the end-to-end management of partner financial arrangements, supporting partners and senior stakeholders across all aspects of partner accounting, remuneration, tax reserves, capital accounts, and financial reporting. Day-to-day of the role: Partner Remuneration & Distributions: Calculate and process monthly partner drawings and quarterly distributions. Support annual profit allocation processes and maintain remuneration schedules. Prepare remuneration statements and partner reporting. Forecast partner distributions and tax payments. Administer partner annuity arrangements. Partner Accounts Management: Manage capital, current, and tax reserve accounts. Oversee partner capital contributions and repayments. Maintain accurate account records and ensure compliance with partnership agreements. Tax Reserve & Partner Tax Support: Coordinate tax payment schedules and liaise with HMRC and external tax advisers. Prepare partner tax schedules and support compliance requirements. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support year-end reporting, prepare partner-related financial reporting, and assist with business planning. Partner Lifecycle Management: Support the onboarding of new partners and manage retirement and exit processes. Prepare financial illustrations and produce necessary financial confirmations. Governance, Compliance & Systems: Maintain documentation, ensure compliance with governance requirements, and identify system improvements. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted adviser to partners on financial matters and build strong relationships with senior leadership. Required Skills & Qualifications: Previous partnership accounting and LLP experience. Strong understanding of partner remuneration structures, capital accounts, and UK tax fundamentals. Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Excellent analytical and reconciliation capabilities. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Exposure to international environments, experience with SAP or similar financial systems, and knowledge of partnership governance frameworks. Benefits: Competitive salary. Exposure to senior stakeholders. Opportunities for professional development in a collaborative culture. Commitment to continuous improvement and compliance. To apply for this Partnership Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Business Planning Analyst; fully remote; 6 month contract; £18.60 per hour PAYE or £24.78 via Umbrella An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for a leading defence company based at Devonport in Plymouth as a Business Planning Analyst. The Business Planning Analyst provides data driven insight and modelling to ensure the organisation has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles, at the right time. The role supports long term strategic planning through workforce analytics, scenario modelling, and evidence based recommendations that inform organisational design, talent strategy, capability development, and financial planning. Key Responsibilities will include; 1. Workforce Analytics & Insights - Analyse workforce data (e.g., headcount, turnover, skills, demographics, recruitment trends) to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities. - Build dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support strategic decision making. - Conduct forecasting of labour supply and demand using modelling techniques. 2. Strategic Workforce Planning - Support the development and execution of multi year strategic workforce plans aligned to organisational strategy. - Conduct gap analyses to compare current workforce and future skill requirements. - Model scenarios related to growth, transformation, automation, and organisational change. - Provide recommendations on workforce interventions such as talent pipelines, reskilling, strategic hiring, and organisational design. 3. Data Modelling & Scenario Planning - Run what if scenarios to assess future workforce risks and resourcing needs. - Use quantitative modelling to test assumptions around demand, skills, attrition, and productivity. - Work collaboratively with Finance to align workforce forecasts with budget planning. 4. Stakeholder Engagement - Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, Organisational Development, and senior leaders to capture business insights. - Communicate complex data in a clear, compelling narrative tailored to different audiences. - Support directorates with workforce planning capability building and tools. 5. Reporting & Governance - Maintain governance processes for workforce planning cycles. - Produce strategic workforce reports for Executives, Boards, and planning committees. - Ensure data integrity, quality, and consistency across systems and reporting processes. Skills & Experience required for this role; Essential - Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets. - Experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, business analytics, or strategic planning. - Proficiency in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI/Tableau, HRIS reporting tools). - Knowledge of modelling techniques such as forecasting, scenario analysis, and trend modelling. - Ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations. - Excellent communication and storytelling skills. Desirable - Experience in organisational design, capability frameworks, or skills analysis. - Knowledge of financial planning and resourcing models. - Understanding of labour market dynamics and external workforce trends. - Experience in transformation or change heavy environments. Behavioural Competencies - Strategic thinking sees big picture implications and connects workforce insights to organisational strategy. - Critical analysis challenges assumptions and provides evidence based advice. - Collaboration builds strong partnerships across HR and the wider organisation. - Influencing able to guide decision makers and shape conversations with senior stakeholders. - Curiosity & continuous improvement proactive in seeking new data sources, methods, and tools. Typical Outputs - Workforce forecasts and scenario models - Strategic workforce plans and capability analyses - Skills and role segmentation frameworks - Monthly/quarterly workforce dashboards - Business cases for workforce interventions Due to the nature of the work involved candidates will need to obtain MOD SC clearance prior to starting work. This is a remote role but candidates need to be able to get to a local office in either Bristol, Rosyth, Plymouth or London. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. Human Resources; HRBP; CIPD; HR Generalist; Resource Planning; Trade Unions; Stakeholder management; People development; Talent Management; Succession Planning; HR Policies; Change Management; Mediation; HR Advisor; HR Specialist; Employment Law; People Management; Learning and Development; Capability Development; Early Careers; Workforce planning analyst; Workforce Analytics; Data Modelling
Aug 13, 2026
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Business Planning Analyst; fully remote; 6 month contract; £18.60 per hour PAYE or £24.78 via Umbrella An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for a leading defence company based at Devonport in Plymouth as a Business Planning Analyst. The Business Planning Analyst provides data driven insight and modelling to ensure the organisation has the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles, at the right time. The role supports long term strategic planning through workforce analytics, scenario modelling, and evidence based recommendations that inform organisational design, talent strategy, capability development, and financial planning. Key Responsibilities will include; 1. Workforce Analytics & Insights - Analyse workforce data (e.g., headcount, turnover, skills, demographics, recruitment trends) to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities. - Build dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support strategic decision making. - Conduct forecasting of labour supply and demand using modelling techniques. 2. Strategic Workforce Planning - Support the development and execution of multi year strategic workforce plans aligned to organisational strategy. - Conduct gap analyses to compare current workforce and future skill requirements. - Model scenarios related to growth, transformation, automation, and organisational change. - Provide recommendations on workforce interventions such as talent pipelines, reskilling, strategic hiring, and organisational design. 3. Data Modelling & Scenario Planning - Run what if scenarios to assess future workforce risks and resourcing needs. - Use quantitative modelling to test assumptions around demand, skills, attrition, and productivity. - Work collaboratively with Finance to align workforce forecasts with budget planning. 4. Stakeholder Engagement - Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, Organisational Development, and senior leaders to capture business insights. - Communicate complex data in a clear, compelling narrative tailored to different audiences. - Support directorates with workforce planning capability building and tools. 5. Reporting & Governance - Maintain governance processes for workforce planning cycles. - Produce strategic workforce reports for Executives, Boards, and planning committees. - Ensure data integrity, quality, and consistency across systems and reporting processes. Skills & Experience required for this role; Essential - Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets. - Experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, business analytics, or strategic planning. - Proficiency in data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI/Tableau, HRIS reporting tools). - Knowledge of modelling techniques such as forecasting, scenario analysis, and trend modelling. - Ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations. - Excellent communication and storytelling skills. Desirable - Experience in organisational design, capability frameworks, or skills analysis. - Knowledge of financial planning and resourcing models. - Understanding of labour market dynamics and external workforce trends. - Experience in transformation or change heavy environments. Behavioural Competencies - Strategic thinking sees big picture implications and connects workforce insights to organisational strategy. - Critical analysis challenges assumptions and provides evidence based advice. - Collaboration builds strong partnerships across HR and the wider organisation. - Influencing able to guide decision makers and shape conversations with senior stakeholders. - Curiosity & continuous improvement proactive in seeking new data sources, methods, and tools. Typical Outputs - Workforce forecasts and scenario models - Strategic workforce plans and capability analyses - Skills and role segmentation frameworks - Monthly/quarterly workforce dashboards - Business cases for workforce interventions Due to the nature of the work involved candidates will need to obtain MOD SC clearance prior to starting work. This is a remote role but candidates need to be able to get to a local office in either Bristol, Rosyth, Plymouth or London. Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. Human Resources; HRBP; CIPD; HR Generalist; Resource Planning; Trade Unions; Stakeholder management; People development; Talent Management; Succession Planning; HR Policies; Change Management; Mediation; HR Advisor; HR Specialist; Employment Law; People Management; Learning and Development; Capability Development; Early Careers; Workforce planning analyst; Workforce Analytics; Data Modelling
Join Howdens as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager and build your career within an industry-leading FTSE 100 organisation. Working as part of our Group Risk and Assurance team, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your internal audit career. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across the business and an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience by leading audit assignments from planning through to reporting. It's an ideal opportunity for someone looking to move into a more senior Audit role or transition from practice into a large, complex organisation. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, with the flexibility to be based at our offices in Raunds, Northampton or Watford. What will I be doing as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager? Reporting to the Group Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering the Internal Audit Plan by engaging with the Leadership team to plan, scope, execute, and report on audit assignments, driving improvements in our control framework. This dynamic role involves leading audit projects across Finance, Operations, and IT, offering new insights and fostering positive change throughout the Group. You'll independently plan and execute audits and handle multiple concurrent activities. Additionally, you'll support ongoing enhancements in audit processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of our internal controls. What do I need to qualify for this Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager role? Extensive experience in internal audit across Finance, Operations, and IT assignments within a large organisation or accounting firms. Professionally qualified (IIA Diploma/CIA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or nearing completion. Experience in project assurance and risk management, with the ability to provide robust assurance over projects and emerging business risks, including Fraud and ESG-related matters. In-depth knowledge of internal audit practices, principles, and procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to influence senior leaders in the business including the Executive Board. Experience in coordinating audit teams and managing daily operations of audit reviews. Expertise in the annual audit planning process, providing insights into key risks. Strong literacy and report writing skills. Able to demonstrate line management capability. Proficient in data analytics development and reporting. Ability to simplify complex technical issues for broader understanding and influence. Self-motivated, with the ability to independently plan and manage workloads. Acts with integrity with a commitment to confidentiality, tact, and ethical conduct. What we can offer you as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme Award winning pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) Private medical health insurance Annual car allowance Life assurance Staff discount Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Join Howdens as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager and build your career within an industry-leading FTSE 100 organisation. Working as part of our Group Risk and Assurance team, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your internal audit career. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across the business and an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience by leading audit assignments from planning through to reporting. It's an ideal opportunity for someone looking to move into a more senior Audit role or transition from practice into a large, complex organisation. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity, with the flexibility to be based at our offices in Raunds, Northampton or Watford. What will I be doing as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager? Reporting to the Group Senior Internal Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering the Internal Audit Plan by engaging with the Leadership team to plan, scope, execute, and report on audit assignments, driving improvements in our control framework. This dynamic role involves leading audit projects across Finance, Operations, and IT, offering new insights and fostering positive change throughout the Group. You'll independently plan and execute audits and handle multiple concurrent activities. Additionally, you'll support ongoing enhancements in audit processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of our internal controls. What do I need to qualify for this Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager role? Extensive experience in internal audit across Finance, Operations, and IT assignments within a large organisation or accounting firms. Professionally qualified (IIA Diploma/CIA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or nearing completion. Experience in project assurance and risk management, with the ability to provide robust assurance over projects and emerging business risks, including Fraud and ESG-related matters. In-depth knowledge of internal audit practices, principles, and procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to influence senior leaders in the business including the Executive Board. Experience in coordinating audit teams and managing daily operations of audit reviews. Expertise in the annual audit planning process, providing insights into key risks. Strong literacy and report writing skills. Able to demonstrate line management capability. Proficient in data analytics development and reporting. Ability to simplify complex technical issues for broader understanding and influence. Self-motivated, with the ability to independently plan and manage workloads. Acts with integrity with a commitment to confidentiality, tact, and ethical conduct. What we can offer you as a Group Internal Audit Assistant Manager Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme Award winning pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) Private medical health insurance Annual car allowance Life assurance Staff discount Exceptional Reward and Recognition events About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role that offers genuine long-term career progression? We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing business seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join its established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to take the next step in their career, with a clear succession plan in place to develop into a Financial Controller position. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function. The Role You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting while providing valuable commercial insight to support the wider business. Key Responsibilities: Producing monthly management accounts through to completion. Preparing quarterly forecasts and annual budgets. Managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations across the Group. Preparing and submitting VAT returns, Corporation Tax and other statutory filings. Producing financial reports and analysis for senior leadership and board meetings. Investigating financial performance, identifying trends and explaining key variances. Supporting the annual audit process and preparing year-end audit files. Overseeing cashbooks together with purchase and sales ledgers. Assisting with monthly payroll and pension administration. Leading and supporting finance improvement projects. Providing support and cover for the Financial Controller when required. About You You will be a technically strong accountant with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate financial information confidently across the business. We are looking for someone with: Previous experience producing management accounts within a manufacturing environment. At least 2-3 years' experience managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations. A good understanding of standard costing. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, SUMIF, INDEX/MATCH (or XLOOKUP) and data analysis. ACCA qualification (or equivalent) is preferred. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. A proactive, analytical approach and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience with Sage Payroll, Sage HR or Microsoft Dynamics AX would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a stable and successful business that values development and internal progression. You'll gain broad exposure across the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and be supported as you progress towards a future Financial Controller role. This position would particularly suit someone who began their career within an accountancy practice before moving into industry, ideally within a manufacturing environment. If you are looking for a role where your contribution will be recognised and your career can continue to develop, we'd love to hear from you. If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to 250! Click here for further details on our recommendation scheme. This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website (url removed) for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role that offers genuine long-term career progression? We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing business seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join its established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to take the next step in their career, with a clear succession plan in place to develop into a Financial Controller position. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function. The Role You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting while providing valuable commercial insight to support the wider business. Key Responsibilities: Producing monthly management accounts through to completion. Preparing quarterly forecasts and annual budgets. Managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations across the Group. Preparing and submitting VAT returns, Corporation Tax and other statutory filings. Producing financial reports and analysis for senior leadership and board meetings. Investigating financial performance, identifying trends and explaining key variances. Supporting the annual audit process and preparing year-end audit files. Overseeing cashbooks together with purchase and sales ledgers. Assisting with monthly payroll and pension administration. Leading and supporting finance improvement projects. Providing support and cover for the Financial Controller when required. About You You will be a technically strong accountant with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate financial information confidently across the business. We are looking for someone with: Previous experience producing management accounts within a manufacturing environment. At least 2-3 years' experience managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations. A good understanding of standard costing. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, SUMIF, INDEX/MATCH (or XLOOKUP) and data analysis. ACCA qualification (or equivalent) is preferred. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. A proactive, analytical approach and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience with Sage Payroll, Sage HR or Microsoft Dynamics AX would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a stable and successful business that values development and internal progression. You'll gain broad exposure across the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and be supported as you progress towards a future Financial Controller role. This position would particularly suit someone who began their career within an accountancy practice before moving into industry, ideally within a manufacturing environment. If you are looking for a role where your contribution will be recognised and your career can continue to develop, we'd love to hear from you. If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to 250! Click here for further details on our recommendation scheme. This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website (url removed) for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.
ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) Staffordshire County Council Contract Hybrid Working Fox Morris Group are working with Staffordshire County Council to recruit an experienced ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) to play a key role in one of the Council's largest transformation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Finance workstream as the Council replaces its existing Finance and HR & Payroll systems with a modern, single Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. You will be responsible for ensuring the Finance solution is successfully designed, configured, tested and deployed while driving process improvements and supporting the organisation through significant business change. The Role Working as part of the ERP Programme Team, you will lead the Finance workstream throughout the full project lifecycle, acting as the bridge between Finance, ICT, implementation partners and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the new solution delivers improved financial processes, supports business requirements and is successfully embedded across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the Finance workstream throughout the ERP implementation. Oversee solution design, configuration, testing, deployment and go-live activities. Work closely with Finance users, ICT teams and implementation partners to ensure the system meets business requirements. Drive process standardisation and continuous improvement across Finance operations. Manage dependencies, risks, issues and workstream reporting. Support data migration, system integration and user acceptance testing. Develop process documentation, user guidance and training materials. Ensure business readiness and successful adoption of the new solution. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must demonstrate: Significant experience leading the Finance workstream of a large-scale ERP implementation. Proven experience delivering Finance and Procurement system implementations from design through to go-live. Strong understanding of Finance business processes, including budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing and financial reporting. Experience working closely with ERP implementation partners and technical delivery teams. Experience managing system design, configuration, testing, deployment and business readiness. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and end users. Experience delivering process improvements and organisational change. Previous experience within Local Government or the wider Public Sector is highly desirable. Please Note Applications will only be considered from candidates who can clearly demonstrate experience leading a Finance and Procurement ERP implementation. Candidates with general change management, business analysis or ERP support experience, but without ownership of a Finance ERP implementation workstream, are unlikely to be shortlisted. If you have successfully delivered Finance ERP implementations and are looking to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) Staffordshire County Council Contract Hybrid Working Fox Morris Group are working with Staffordshire County Council to recruit an experienced ERP Workstream Lead (Finance) to play a key role in one of the Council's largest transformation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Finance workstream as the Council replaces its existing Finance and HR & Payroll systems with a modern, single Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform. You will be responsible for ensuring the Finance solution is successfully designed, configured, tested and deployed while driving process improvements and supporting the organisation through significant business change. The Role Working as part of the ERP Programme Team, you will lead the Finance workstream throughout the full project lifecycle, acting as the bridge between Finance, ICT, implementation partners and key stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the new solution delivers improved financial processes, supports business requirements and is successfully embedded across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the Finance workstream throughout the ERP implementation. Oversee solution design, configuration, testing, deployment and go-live activities. Work closely with Finance users, ICT teams and implementation partners to ensure the system meets business requirements. Drive process standardisation and continuous improvement across Finance operations. Manage dependencies, risks, issues and workstream reporting. Support data migration, system integration and user acceptance testing. Develop process documentation, user guidance and training materials. Ensure business readiness and successful adoption of the new solution. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Essential Experience To be considered, candidates must demonstrate: Significant experience leading the Finance workstream of a large-scale ERP implementation. Proven experience delivering Finance and Procurement system implementations from design through to go-live. Strong understanding of Finance business processes, including budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing and financial reporting. Experience working closely with ERP implementation partners and technical delivery teams. Experience managing system design, configuration, testing, deployment and business readiness. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and end users. Experience delivering process improvements and organisational change. Previous experience within Local Government or the wider Public Sector is highly desirable. Please Note Applications will only be considered from candidates who can clearly demonstrate experience leading a Finance and Procurement ERP implementation. Candidates with general change management, business analysis or ERP support experience, but without ownership of a Finance ERP implementation workstream, are unlikely to be shortlisted. If you have successfully delivered Finance ERP implementations and are looking to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you.
Lead HSE Manager Location: Somerset (Hinkley Point Area) Permanent Position Salary: 90- 120,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead HSE Manager to join a major engineering and infrastructure project operating within the UK nuclear sector. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving health, safety, environmental and quality excellence across a large-scale, highly regulated project environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping HSEQ strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, promoting a positive safety culture and leading a team of HSE professionals to support safe and efficient project delivery. The Role As Lead HSE Manager, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all HSEQ activities across the project. Working closely with senior stakeholders, clients and delivery teams, you will ensure that the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, programmes and initiatives aligned to business and project objectives. Ensure HSEQ systems, standards and behaviours remain compliant with regulatory, client and corporate requirements. Develop and oversee audit programmes, management plans and assurance activities to ensure safe and quality-driven project delivery. Drive continuous improvement and innovation across all aspects of HSEQ performance. Champion a strong safety culture through engagement, coaching and visible leadership. Lead the development and deployment of quality management systems, H&S procedures and best practice initiatives. Promote positive health, safety and quality behaviours across all levels of the organisation. Act as the primary HSEQ representative with clients, regulators and key stakeholders. Provide technical expertise and assurance on all HSEQ matters. Influence and engage senior leadership teams to embed a culture of health, safety, environmental responsibility and quality excellence. Develop and enhance the HSE function to meet current and future business requirements. Recruit, lead, coach and develop HSEQ personnel, ensuring high levels of performance and succession planning. Build strong working relationships across operational, commercial and project teams to support successful project delivery. Essential Experience Significant senior-level HSEQ leadership experience within a high-hazard, highly regulated industrial environment. Experience working within sectors such as nuclear, energy, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil & gas, utilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing or other major infrastructure projects. Proven track record of delivering measurable HSEQ improvements and driving cultural change. Strong experience managing and developing Health, Safety and Quality teams. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills. Ability to influence and engage employees, clients and senior leadership teams. Qualifications Degree qualified or equivalent relevant experience. IOSH Diploma (or equivalent). Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH). Lead Auditor qualification (ISO standards or equivalent). CCNSG Safety Passport (or willingness to obtain). What's on Offer? Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure and engineering programmes. Strategic leadership role with significant influence across the project. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Long-term career development within a growing and highly respected engineering environment. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible to obtain any required security clearance or site access approvals associated with working in a regulated industry environment. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Lead HSE Manager Location: Somerset (Hinkley Point Area) Permanent Position Salary: 90- 120,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead HSE Manager to join a major engineering and infrastructure project operating within the UK nuclear sector. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving health, safety, environmental and quality excellence across a large-scale, highly regulated project environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping HSEQ strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, promoting a positive safety culture and leading a team of HSE professionals to support safe and efficient project delivery. The Role As Lead HSE Manager, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all HSEQ activities across the project. Working closely with senior stakeholders, clients and delivery teams, you will ensure that the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance are maintained throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, programmes and initiatives aligned to business and project objectives. Ensure HSEQ systems, standards and behaviours remain compliant with regulatory, client and corporate requirements. Develop and oversee audit programmes, management plans and assurance activities to ensure safe and quality-driven project delivery. Drive continuous improvement and innovation across all aspects of HSEQ performance. Champion a strong safety culture through engagement, coaching and visible leadership. Lead the development and deployment of quality management systems, H&S procedures and best practice initiatives. Promote positive health, safety and quality behaviours across all levels of the organisation. Act as the primary HSEQ representative with clients, regulators and key stakeholders. Provide technical expertise and assurance on all HSEQ matters. Influence and engage senior leadership teams to embed a culture of health, safety, environmental responsibility and quality excellence. Develop and enhance the HSE function to meet current and future business requirements. Recruit, lead, coach and develop HSEQ personnel, ensuring high levels of performance and succession planning. Build strong working relationships across operational, commercial and project teams to support successful project delivery. Essential Experience Significant senior-level HSEQ leadership experience within a high-hazard, highly regulated industrial environment. Experience working within sectors such as nuclear, energy, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil & gas, utilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing or other major infrastructure projects. Proven track record of delivering measurable HSEQ improvements and driving cultural change. Strong experience managing and developing Health, Safety and Quality teams. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills. Ability to influence and engage employees, clients and senior leadership teams. Qualifications Degree qualified or equivalent relevant experience. IOSH Diploma (or equivalent). Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH). Lead Auditor qualification (ISO standards or equivalent). CCNSG Safety Passport (or willingness to obtain). What's on Offer? Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure and engineering programmes. Strategic leadership role with significant influence across the project. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Long-term career development within a growing and highly respected engineering environment. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible to obtain any required security clearance or site access approvals associated with working in a regulated industry environment. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Your new company A well-established multi-site public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Service Delivery Manager. The organisation are in the early stages of delivering their digital strategy and are looking for an experienced Service Delivery Manager to help them deliver their core business objectives. Your new roleAs the Service Delivery Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across the organisation's technology estate. You will take ownership of the technical architecture, infrastructure, and critical systems, ensuring they are secure, resilient, and aligned to operational and organisational objectives. You will be responsible for defining and governing architecture across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments while translating business needs into clear technical roadmaps and delivery plans. The role also carries accountability for critical systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and recoverability in a demanding operational setting. In addition, you will lead and develop a team of senior engineers, providing direction, mentoring, and performance oversight across both business-as-usual operations and project delivery. You will act as the senior escalation point for major incidents and play a key role in driving service improvement, modernisation, and innovation across the ICT function. Working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and suppliers, you will ensure strong governance, effective change control, and adherence to security and compliance standards. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring significant experience in leading technical infrastructure or cloud environments, ideally within a complex environment. You will have a strong understanding of enterprise architecture, networks, and systems integration, alongside a proven ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes. You will demonstrate strong leadership capability, with experience managing senior engineers or technical specialists, and will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and supplier management skills are essential, as is experience working within structured service management frameworks such as ITIL. A proactive approach to continuous improvement, resilience planning, and service delivery will be key, along with the ability to operate effectively in a high-availability, high-pressure environment. What you'll get in return In return, you will join a forward-thinking organisation where technology underpins critical public services. You will have the opportunity to shape technical strategy, influence organisational direction, and lead the delivery of robust and resilient technology services.Salary up to 47,000 plus excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, public sector pension, annual pay reviews, public sector discount card for several dining and leisure attractions, free on-site parking, flexible and hybrid working. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or 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 13, 2026
Full time
Your new company A well-established multi-site public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Service Delivery Manager. The organisation are in the early stages of delivering their digital strategy and are looking for an experienced Service Delivery Manager to help them deliver their core business objectives. Your new roleAs the Service Delivery Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across the organisation's technology estate. You will take ownership of the technical architecture, infrastructure, and critical systems, ensuring they are secure, resilient, and aligned to operational and organisational objectives. You will be responsible for defining and governing architecture across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments while translating business needs into clear technical roadmaps and delivery plans. The role also carries accountability for critical systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and recoverability in a demanding operational setting. In addition, you will lead and develop a team of senior engineers, providing direction, mentoring, and performance oversight across both business-as-usual operations and project delivery. You will act as the senior escalation point for major incidents and play a key role in driving service improvement, modernisation, and innovation across the ICT function. Working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and suppliers, you will ensure strong governance, effective change control, and adherence to security and compliance standards. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring significant experience in leading technical infrastructure or cloud environments, ideally within a complex environment. You will have a strong understanding of enterprise architecture, networks, and systems integration, alongside a proven ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes. You will demonstrate strong leadership capability, with experience managing senior engineers or technical specialists, and will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and supplier management skills are essential, as is experience working within structured service management frameworks such as ITIL. A proactive approach to continuous improvement, resilience planning, and service delivery will be key, along with the ability to operate effectively in a high-availability, high-pressure environment. What you'll get in return In return, you will join a forward-thinking organisation where technology underpins critical public services. You will have the opportunity to shape technical strategy, influence organisational direction, and lead the delivery of robust and resilient technology services.Salary up to 47,000 plus excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, public sector pension, annual pay reviews, public sector discount card for several dining and leisure attractions, free on-site parking, flexible and hybrid working. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or 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)
