Position : Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location : Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 650.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children's Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial support and strategic advice. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous professional development. Build strong partnerships with senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting processes for the assigned service area. Provide expert financial advice to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of service plans, business cases, and transformation initiatives. Drive the development of innovative service delivery models that achieve efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and maximise outcomes for residents. Monitor financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure appropriate mitigating actions are implemented. Produce accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports, analysis, and management information for senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements, and organisational policies. Support the discharge of Section 151 responsibilities by maintaining high standards of financial stewardship and control. Lead on financial aspects of change programmes, service transformation, and strategic projects across Children's Services. Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaborative working and informed financial decision-making. Contribute to the development of finance policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance service delivery. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and a customer-focused approach within the Finance Business Partnering team. Represent the finance function at senior management meetings and provide professional financial leadership across the organisation. Person Specification Essential Requirements CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification). Significant post-qualification experience in finance management, business partnering, or financial leadership roles. Demonstrable experience of leading and managing finance teams within a large, complex organisation. Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting. Experience providing strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders and service managers. Excellent understanding of local government finance, public sector financial management, and financial governance. Knowledge of statutory financial responsibilities, including the principles supporting Section 151 responsibilities. Proven ability to lead service transformation, financial improvement, and efficiency programmes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing robust business cases and supporting strategic decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills with a commitment to developing high-performing teams. Proficient in the use of financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Requirements Experience working within Children's Services finance in a local authority. Experience supporting organisational transformation and change management programmes. Knowledge of local government funding arrangements, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. Experience working in politically sensitive environments with senior elected members and executive leadership. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering value for money across public services. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
Position : Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location : Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 650.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children's Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial support and strategic advice. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous professional development. Build strong partnerships with senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting processes for the assigned service area. Provide expert financial advice to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of service plans, business cases, and transformation initiatives. Drive the development of innovative service delivery models that achieve efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and maximise outcomes for residents. Monitor financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure appropriate mitigating actions are implemented. Produce accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports, analysis, and management information for senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements, and organisational policies. Support the discharge of Section 151 responsibilities by maintaining high standards of financial stewardship and control. Lead on financial aspects of change programmes, service transformation, and strategic projects across Children's Services. Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaborative working and informed financial decision-making. Contribute to the development of finance policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance service delivery. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and a customer-focused approach within the Finance Business Partnering team. Represent the finance function at senior management meetings and provide professional financial leadership across the organisation. Person Specification Essential Requirements CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification). Significant post-qualification experience in finance management, business partnering, or financial leadership roles. Demonstrable experience of leading and managing finance teams within a large, complex organisation. Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting. Experience providing strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders and service managers. Excellent understanding of local government finance, public sector financial management, and financial governance. Knowledge of statutory financial responsibilities, including the principles supporting Section 151 responsibilities. Proven ability to lead service transformation, financial improvement, and efficiency programmes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing robust business cases and supporting strategic decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills with a commitment to developing high-performing teams. Proficient in the use of financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Requirements Experience working within Children's Services finance in a local authority. Experience supporting organisational transformation and change management programmes. Knowledge of local government funding arrangements, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. Experience working in politically sensitive environments with senior elected members and executive leadership. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering value for money across public services. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Risk and Insurance Manager - Local Government Location: London Contract: Initially 26 weeks Day Rate: £500 per day Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid Start: ASAP Application Deadline: 20 August 2026 Target Interview Date: 21 August 2026 - Online I am recruiting for an experienced Risk and Insurance Manager to join a London Local Government Authority within its Strategy, Improvement & Transformation function. This is a senior role responsible for leading the organisation's insurance and claims service, ensuring appropriate insurance protection is in place, claims are managed effectively and the organisation receives a high-quality, cost-effective service from its insurers, brokers and external partners. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the organisation's insurance and claims service Manage insurance programmes, policies, renewals and associated insurance funds Oversee claims across areas including employers' liability, public liability, property and motor Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, solicitors, loss adjusters and other external providers Monitor claims performance, identify trends and implement measures to reduce risk and cost Manage insurance budgets, forecasting, recharges, provisions and reserves Lead and develop a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals Act as the organisation's subject matter expert, providing advice to senior stakeholders and governance forums Ensure insurance arrangements comply with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards Support procurement and performance management of insurance and specialist service providers Essential Experience & Skills Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or an equivalent professional insurance qualification Significant insurance management experience within a large, complex organisation Public sector or Local Government insurance experience is highly desirable Strong experience managing insurance programmes, funds and complex claims Extensive knowledge of liability and property-related claims Experience working with brokers, insurers, solicitors and external service providers Proven team leadership and people management experience Strong financial and budget management capability Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills Experience preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders Important Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Candidates must be UK-based and able to fulfil the required hybrid working arrangements in London This role is not available on a fully remote basis Due to the client's timescales, applications will need to be submitted promptly ahead of the 20 August 2026 deadline Online interviews are currently targeted for 21 August 2026 Salt Contact: Robert - Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Aug 20, 2026
Seasonal
Risk and Insurance Manager - Local Government Location: London Contract: Initially 26 weeks Day Rate: £500 per day Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid Start: ASAP Application Deadline: 20 August 2026 Target Interview Date: 21 August 2026 - Online I am recruiting for an experienced Risk and Insurance Manager to join a London Local Government Authority within its Strategy, Improvement & Transformation function. This is a senior role responsible for leading the organisation's insurance and claims service, ensuring appropriate insurance protection is in place, claims are managed effectively and the organisation receives a high-quality, cost-effective service from its insurers, brokers and external partners. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the organisation's insurance and claims service Manage insurance programmes, policies, renewals and associated insurance funds Oversee claims across areas including employers' liability, public liability, property and motor Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, solicitors, loss adjusters and other external providers Monitor claims performance, identify trends and implement measures to reduce risk and cost Manage insurance budgets, forecasting, recharges, provisions and reserves Lead and develop a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals Act as the organisation's subject matter expert, providing advice to senior stakeholders and governance forums Ensure insurance arrangements comply with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards Support procurement and performance management of insurance and specialist service providers Essential Experience & Skills Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or an equivalent professional insurance qualification Significant insurance management experience within a large, complex organisation Public sector or Local Government insurance experience is highly desirable Strong experience managing insurance programmes, funds and complex claims Extensive knowledge of liability and property-related claims Experience working with brokers, insurers, solicitors and external service providers Proven team leadership and people management experience Strong financial and budget management capability Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills Experience preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders Important Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Candidates must be UK-based and able to fulfil the required hybrid working arrangements in London This role is not available on a fully remote basis Due to the client's timescales, applications will need to be submitted promptly ahead of the 20 August 2026 deadline Online interviews are currently targeted for 21 August 2026 Salt Contact: Robert - Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Your new company Our client is a forward-thinking local authority delivering services to a large and diverse community across Hampshire. Over the coming years, the council will play a key role in shaping the future of local government as part of a significant transformation programme that will impact how services are delivered, organised and supported across the region. This programme represents a substantial period of change and investment, bringing together multiple stakeholders, service areas and partner organisations to deliver long-term improvements for residents and communities. As a result, the council is strengthening its programme delivery capability and is seeking a Project Manager to help drive key work streams forward. Your new role This role offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant organisational change programmes within local government. Reporting into the Programme Manager or Portfolio Manager, you'll take responsibility for delivering defined projects and work packages that form part of a wider transformation portfolio. Working closely with service leaders, subject matter experts and partner organisations, you'll ensure activity is effectively planned, coordinated and delivered against agreed objectives, timelines and quality standards. The successful candidate will play a central role in maintaining momentum across critical projects, managing dependencies, mitigating risks and ensuring stakeholders remain engaged throughout delivery. This is a highly visible position where strong organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills will be essential. While the role sits within a structured programme environment, there is a strong emphasis on practical delivery. You'll be trusted to manage activity independently, make decisions within your remit and provide clear recommendations when issues arise. What you'll need to succeed We're interested in speaking with Project Managers who have delivered change, transformation, implementation or service improvement projects within complex environments. You'll be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering projects within a change, transformation or operational environment. Strong planning, coordination and delivery management skills. Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies and governance reporting. The ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities. A solid understanding of project management methodologies, controls and delivery disciplines. What you'll get in return Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Ongoing professional development opportunities Employee wellbeing support programmes Access to a range of staff discounts and benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is a forward-thinking local authority delivering services to a large and diverse community across Hampshire. Over the coming years, the council will play a key role in shaping the future of local government as part of a significant transformation programme that will impact how services are delivered, organised and supported across the region. This programme represents a substantial period of change and investment, bringing together multiple stakeholders, service areas and partner organisations to deliver long-term improvements for residents and communities. As a result, the council is strengthening its programme delivery capability and is seeking a Project Manager to help drive key work streams forward. Your new role This role offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant organisational change programmes within local government. Reporting into the Programme Manager or Portfolio Manager, you'll take responsibility for delivering defined projects and work packages that form part of a wider transformation portfolio. Working closely with service leaders, subject matter experts and partner organisations, you'll ensure activity is effectively planned, coordinated and delivered against agreed objectives, timelines and quality standards. The successful candidate will play a central role in maintaining momentum across critical projects, managing dependencies, mitigating risks and ensuring stakeholders remain engaged throughout delivery. This is a highly visible position where strong organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills will be essential. While the role sits within a structured programme environment, there is a strong emphasis on practical delivery. You'll be trusted to manage activity independently, make decisions within your remit and provide clear recommendations when issues arise. What you'll need to succeed We're interested in speaking with Project Managers who have delivered change, transformation, implementation or service improvement projects within complex environments. You'll be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering projects within a change, transformation or operational environment. Strong planning, coordination and delivery management skills. Experience managing project risks, issues, dependencies and governance reporting. The ability to engage effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. Confidence working independently and managing competing priorities. A solid understanding of project management methodologies, controls and delivery disciplines. What you'll get in return Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Ongoing professional development opportunities Employee wellbeing support programmes Access to a range of staff discounts and benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
My client in Greater London are looking to appoint a talented Senior Internal Communications Officer on a Contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Council's internal communications and employee engagement activity, ensuring staff receive clear, engaging and timely communications that support organisational priorities, transformation programmes and cultural change. What's on offer: Salary: 250 per day Inside IR35 negotiable based on experience please submit your CV with the rate you require Hybrid working Contract type: Contract Monday - Friday About the role: Based in Greater London (Hybrid): Lead the planning and delivery of strategic internal communications campaigns across the organisation Develop communications that support corporate priorities, transformation programmes and organisational change Advise Managing Directors, Strategic Directors and senior managers on internal communications, employee engagement and reputational issues Lead staff engagement initiatives including surveys, Q&A sessions, events and feedback activities About you: You will have the following experiences: Extensive experience in a similar role Delivering internal communications within Local Government or another large public sector organisation Developing and implementing internal communications strategies Local Authority experience is essential How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGMM
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
My client in Greater London are looking to appoint a talented Senior Internal Communications Officer on a Contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Council's internal communications and employee engagement activity, ensuring staff receive clear, engaging and timely communications that support organisational priorities, transformation programmes and cultural change. What's on offer: Salary: 250 per day Inside IR35 negotiable based on experience please submit your CV with the rate you require Hybrid working Contract type: Contract Monday - Friday About the role: Based in Greater London (Hybrid): Lead the planning and delivery of strategic internal communications campaigns across the organisation Develop communications that support corporate priorities, transformation programmes and organisational change Advise Managing Directors, Strategic Directors and senior managers on internal communications, employee engagement and reputational issues Lead staff engagement initiatives including surveys, Q&A sessions, events and feedback activities About you: You will have the following experiences: Extensive experience in a similar role Delivering internal communications within Local Government or another large public sector organisation Developing and implementing internal communications strategies Local Authority experience is essential How to apply Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted. Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. About Spencer Clarke Group Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way. When you join us, you will receive: Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities Free DBS checks Post Placement Aftercare Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals INDSCGMM
Asset and Compliance Data Support Officer Location: Frogmore Complex, SW18 1EY (Hybrid Working - 2 days per week in the office) Rate: 20.76 PAYE / 27.07 Umbrella Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Hours: Mon-Fri, 36 hours Start Date: September 2026 DBS Requirement: Basic DBS About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and detail-focused Asset and Compliance Data Support Officer to join a busy Housing Management team within a leading London local authority. Reporting to the Asset and Compliance Data Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the council's asset management and compliance programmes. The post will focus on data collection, analysis, reporting, and maintaining high-quality asset and compliance information to support strategic decision-making and service improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with large datasets within housing, local government, or a similar regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Support the administration and delivery of the residential stock condition survey programme. Allocate survey work to contractors and external surveyors and coordinate access arrangements with residents. Analyse and monitor housing asset data to identify compliance issues, HHSRS hazards, and non-decent home components. Produce performance reports and exception reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making. Maintain and update databases, records, filing systems, and asset information. Assist with statutory returns, housing activity reports, and performance monitoring. Support asset management projects, housing improvement initiatives, and transformation programmes. Liaise with internal teams, contractors, residents, and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery. About You We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate: Essential Knowledge & Experience Knowledge of data governance and data quality management. Experience analysing complex datasets to support decision-making and organisational development. Strong understanding of data security and GDPR principles. Experience of maintaining accurate records and performance data. Ability to work effectively within a team environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Desirable Experience Experience working within local government, social housing, or a similar public sector environment. Understanding of housing compliance, asset management, Decent Homes standards, or housing regulations. Awareness of housing policy and local authority service delivery. Skills Required Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook. Experience using reporting and data analysis tools, with Power BI highly desirable. Ability to analyse information and present findings to a variety of audiences. Strong customer service and resident liaison skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 20, 2026
Contractor
Asset and Compliance Data Support Officer Location: Frogmore Complex, SW18 1EY (Hybrid Working - 2 days per week in the office) Rate: 20.76 PAYE / 27.07 Umbrella Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Hours: Mon-Fri, 36 hours Start Date: September 2026 DBS Requirement: Basic DBS About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and detail-focused Asset and Compliance Data Support Officer to join a busy Housing Management team within a leading London local authority. Reporting to the Asset and Compliance Data Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the council's asset management and compliance programmes. The post will focus on data collection, analysis, reporting, and maintaining high-quality asset and compliance information to support strategic decision-making and service improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with large datasets within housing, local government, or a similar regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Support the administration and delivery of the residential stock condition survey programme. Allocate survey work to contractors and external surveyors and coordinate access arrangements with residents. Analyse and monitor housing asset data to identify compliance issues, HHSRS hazards, and non-decent home components. Produce performance reports and exception reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making. Maintain and update databases, records, filing systems, and asset information. Assist with statutory returns, housing activity reports, and performance monitoring. Support asset management projects, housing improvement initiatives, and transformation programmes. Liaise with internal teams, contractors, residents, and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery. About You We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate: Essential Knowledge & Experience Knowledge of data governance and data quality management. Experience analysing complex datasets to support decision-making and organisational development. Strong understanding of data security and GDPR principles. Experience of maintaining accurate records and performance data. Ability to work effectively within a team environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Desirable Experience Experience working within local government, social housing, or a similar public sector environment. Understanding of housing compliance, asset management, Decent Homes standards, or housing regulations. Awareness of housing policy and local authority service delivery. Skills Required Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook. Experience using reporting and data analysis tools, with Power BI highly desirable. Ability to analyse information and present findings to a variety of audiences. Strong customer service and resident liaison skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Programme Support Officer - SEND Reform Programme Location: Barking Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 3 days office-based, 2 days working from home) Rate: 22.54 per hour PAYE / 29.42 per hour Umbrella Contract: Temporary Join a High-Profile SEND Transformation Programme We are recruiting for an experienced Programme Support Officer to support the delivery of a significant SEND Reform Programme, helping to improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a major transformation programme, supporting the implementation of the Council's new Experts at Hand model. Working across multiple workstreams and partner organisations, you will provide comprehensive programme management support, ensuring effective governance, reporting, planning and stakeholder engagement activities are delivered to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the SEND Reform Programme and associated transformation projects. Coordinate programme governance arrangements, including boards, steering groups, workshops and working groups. Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, action logs and decision trackers. Monitor programme milestones, risks, issues, dependencies and benefits. Maintain programme plans, risk registers, action logs and reporting mechanisms. Support the production of reports for senior leadership teams, governance boards and external assurance processes. Collect, analyse and present programme information to support decision-making and performance monitoring. Assist with programme communications and stakeholder engagement activities. Work closely with operational managers, schools, health partners and other key stakeholders. Support workshops, engagement sessions and co-production activities involving families and partner organisations. Contribute to benefits realisation, programme evaluation and performance reporting. Support procurement, financial monitoring and contract management activities where required. Ensure programme records are maintained in line with information governance requirements. Identify opportunities to improve programme management processes and operational efficiency. About You We're looking for someone with: Previous experience supporting programmes, projects or transformation initiatives within a public sector environment. Strong organisational and administration skills with excellent attention to detail. Experience coordinating meetings, managing action trackers and producing reports. Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data, spreadsheets and performance information. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. The ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple projects simultaneously. Experience within local government, education, SEND or children's services would be advantageous. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 20, 2026
Seasonal
Programme Support Officer - SEND Reform Programme Location: Barking Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 3 days office-based, 2 days working from home) Rate: 22.54 per hour PAYE / 29.42 per hour Umbrella Contract: Temporary Join a High-Profile SEND Transformation Programme We are recruiting for an experienced Programme Support Officer to support the delivery of a significant SEND Reform Programme, helping to improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a major transformation programme, supporting the implementation of the Council's new Experts at Hand model. Working across multiple workstreams and partner organisations, you will provide comprehensive programme management support, ensuring effective governance, reporting, planning and stakeholder engagement activities are delivered to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of the SEND Reform Programme and associated transformation projects. Coordinate programme governance arrangements, including boards, steering groups, workshops and working groups. Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, action logs and decision trackers. Monitor programme milestones, risks, issues, dependencies and benefits. Maintain programme plans, risk registers, action logs and reporting mechanisms. Support the production of reports for senior leadership teams, governance boards and external assurance processes. Collect, analyse and present programme information to support decision-making and performance monitoring. Assist with programme communications and stakeholder engagement activities. Work closely with operational managers, schools, health partners and other key stakeholders. Support workshops, engagement sessions and co-production activities involving families and partner organisations. Contribute to benefits realisation, programme evaluation and performance reporting. Support procurement, financial monitoring and contract management activities where required. Ensure programme records are maintained in line with information governance requirements. Identify opportunities to improve programme management processes and operational efficiency. About You We're looking for someone with: Previous experience supporting programmes, projects or transformation initiatives within a public sector environment. Strong organisational and administration skills with excellent attention to detail. Experience coordinating meetings, managing action trackers and producing reports. Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data, spreadsheets and performance information. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. The ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple projects simultaneously. Experience within local government, education, SEND or children's services would be advantageous. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
East Cambridgeshire District Council
Littleport, Cambridgeshire
Are you ready to lead transformational change in local government? East Cambridgeshire District Council has an exciting Programme and Projects Manager opportunity! Location: The Grange, Nutholt Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4EE Salary: 46,142 to 50,269 per annum Job Type: Permanent or Fixed Term Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 23 August 2026 About Us: East Cambridgeshire boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live. East Cambridgeshire District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment. Programme and Projects Manager - The Role: East Cambridgeshire District Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation, one of the most significant changes facing councils across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. This programme will reshape how local government is organised, how decisions are made and how public services are delivered for residents, businesses and communities. We are working across seven councils to deliver this landmark transformation. As Programme and Projects Manager, you will lead and coordinate programme and project activity across assigned Local Government Reorganisation workstreams. You will translate complex and evolving objectives into clear plans, ensuring scope, milestones, resources, benefits, risks and dependencies are understood and actively managed. Programme and Projects Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Lead programme and project activity across assigned workstreams, aligned to Council priorities, statutory requirements and wider programme milestones - Develop, maintain and quality assure programme and project plans, reports, risk and issue logs and assurance documentation in line with PMO standards - Coordinate activity across services, workstream leads, project teams and partner councils, ensuring dependencies are understood and escalated where needed - Provide clear, evidence-based progress reports, briefings and decision papers for senior officers, programme boards and elected Members - Identify, manage and escalate risks, issues and delivery challenges, taking proactive action to prevent slippage and maintain delivery control - Support benefits realisation by defining intended outcomes and tracking progress against measurable improvement - Build strong working relationships across Council services, the seven councils and partner organisations - Provide practical advice to managers and workstream leads on programme and project management methods, tools and governance standards Programme and Projects Manager - You: - Significant experience of programme and/or project management across the full delivery lifecycle - A recognised programme or project management qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience - Strong understanding of programme governance, PMO standards, assurance, risk and issue management, and benefits realisation - Experience of working across services, organisations or partners to manage dependencies and deliver shared outcomes - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear reports and presentations for senior audiences - Confidence to influence, negotiate and constructively challenge senior stakeholders and partner organisations - Good judgement, resilience and emotional intelligence when working with ambiguity and competing priorities Benefits: - Flexible working - Childcare scheme in approved cases - Training and development opportunities - Occupational health programme - Holiday and sickness scheme entitlements Closing Date: 23 August 2026 To submit your CV for this exciting Programme and Projects Manager opportunity, click Apply today!
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to lead transformational change in local government? East Cambridgeshire District Council has an exciting Programme and Projects Manager opportunity! Location: The Grange, Nutholt Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4EE Salary: 46,142 to 50,269 per annum Job Type: Permanent or Fixed Term Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 23 August 2026 About Us: East Cambridgeshire boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live. East Cambridgeshire District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment. Programme and Projects Manager - The Role: East Cambridgeshire District Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation, one of the most significant changes facing councils across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. This programme will reshape how local government is organised, how decisions are made and how public services are delivered for residents, businesses and communities. We are working across seven councils to deliver this landmark transformation. As Programme and Projects Manager, you will lead and coordinate programme and project activity across assigned Local Government Reorganisation workstreams. You will translate complex and evolving objectives into clear plans, ensuring scope, milestones, resources, benefits, risks and dependencies are understood and actively managed. Programme and Projects Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Lead programme and project activity across assigned workstreams, aligned to Council priorities, statutory requirements and wider programme milestones - Develop, maintain and quality assure programme and project plans, reports, risk and issue logs and assurance documentation in line with PMO standards - Coordinate activity across services, workstream leads, project teams and partner councils, ensuring dependencies are understood and escalated where needed - Provide clear, evidence-based progress reports, briefings and decision papers for senior officers, programme boards and elected Members - Identify, manage and escalate risks, issues and delivery challenges, taking proactive action to prevent slippage and maintain delivery control - Support benefits realisation by defining intended outcomes and tracking progress against measurable improvement - Build strong working relationships across Council services, the seven councils and partner organisations - Provide practical advice to managers and workstream leads on programme and project management methods, tools and governance standards Programme and Projects Manager - You: - Significant experience of programme and/or project management across the full delivery lifecycle - A recognised programme or project management qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience - Strong understanding of programme governance, PMO standards, assurance, risk and issue management, and benefits realisation - Experience of working across services, organisations or partners to manage dependencies and deliver shared outcomes - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear reports and presentations for senior audiences - Confidence to influence, negotiate and constructively challenge senior stakeholders and partner organisations - Good judgement, resilience and emotional intelligence when working with ambiguity and competing priorities Benefits: - Flexible working - Childcare scheme in approved cases - Training and development opportunities - Occupational health programme - Holiday and sickness scheme entitlements Closing Date: 23 August 2026 To submit your CV for this exciting Programme and Projects Manager opportunity, click Apply today!
Position ICT Service Delivery Manager (IT) Location Council Offices, Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TX, United Kingdom Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. Start Date ASAP Contract Duration 78 weeks (Temporary Contract) Working Hours 37 hours per week Pay Rate PAYE: £22.41 per hour Job Reference OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day delivery of ICT services, ensuring systems remain reliable, secure and customer focused. Monitor service performance against agreed service levels (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Oversee ICT operational teams and work closely with managers across infrastructure, development, security and service support. Lead the delivery of ICT projects and service improvements, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Support the delivery of digital transformation and organisational change initiatives. Deputise for the Head of ICT & Data Security on operational matters when required. Ensure ICT services comply with governance policies, procedures and best practice. Support risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, information governance and cyber security activities. Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Monitor supplier performance and contract delivery to ensure value for money. Support ICT budget management, procurement activities and business case development. Identify opportunities to improve ICT services, processes and the overall customer experience. Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in ICT, Information Systems or a related discipline. ITIL Foundation (Version 3 or 4) or higher qualification. Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD). Significant experience managing ICT service delivery or ICT operations within a complex organisation. Experience delivering ICT projects and service improvements. Experience managing ICT suppliers and external service providers. Strong knowledge of ITIL service management principles. Good understanding of ICT infrastructure, applications and operational environments. Knowledge of risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery and cyber security. Experience monitoring service performance and driving continuous improvement. Financial awareness, including budget monitoring and cost control. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise workloads and perform effectively under pressure. Eligibility to work in the UK. Nice-to-Have Requirements Experience working within Local Government or the wider public sector. Experience supporting organisational change or digital transformation programmes. Knowledge of Local Government ICT and digital strategies. Understanding of procurement and contract management processes. Political awareness and understanding of Local Government decision-making.
Aug 19, 2026
Contractor
Position ICT Service Delivery Manager (IT) Location Council Offices, Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TX, United Kingdom Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. Start Date ASAP Contract Duration 78 weeks (Temporary Contract) Working Hours 37 hours per week Pay Rate PAYE: £22.41 per hour Job Reference OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day delivery of ICT services, ensuring systems remain reliable, secure and customer focused. Monitor service performance against agreed service levels (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Oversee ICT operational teams and work closely with managers across infrastructure, development, security and service support. Lead the delivery of ICT projects and service improvements, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Support the delivery of digital transformation and organisational change initiatives. Deputise for the Head of ICT & Data Security on operational matters when required. Ensure ICT services comply with governance policies, procedures and best practice. Support risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery, information governance and cyber security activities. Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners. Monitor supplier performance and contract delivery to ensure value for money. Support ICT budget management, procurement activities and business case development. Identify opportunities to improve ICT services, processes and the overall customer experience. Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in ICT, Information Systems or a related discipline. ITIL Foundation (Version 3 or 4) or higher qualification. Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile. Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD). Significant experience managing ICT service delivery or ICT operations within a complex organisation. Experience delivering ICT projects and service improvements. Experience managing ICT suppliers and external service providers. Strong knowledge of ITIL service management principles. Good understanding of ICT infrastructure, applications and operational environments. Knowledge of risk management, business continuity, disaster recovery and cyber security. Experience monitoring service performance and driving continuous improvement. Financial awareness, including budget monitoring and cost control. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven leadership, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise workloads and perform effectively under pressure. Eligibility to work in the UK. Nice-to-Have Requirements Experience working within Local Government or the wider public sector. Experience supporting organisational change or digital transformation programmes. Knowledge of Local Government ICT and digital strategies. Understanding of procurement and contract management processes. Political awareness and understanding of Local Government decision-making.
This full-time, permanent position has a starting salary of 42,958 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a highly motivated and engaging System Development and Training Officer to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Systems Training Team based at Woodhatch Place in Reigate. This is a hybrid role and officers attend offices across the county on a regular basis to support Children's Service colleagues and stakeholders with the development and delivery of system training. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The role reports into the Head of the System Development, Training and Support Service and the service sits within the Strategy, Commissioning, Transformation and Support Directorate. The team works across Children's Social Care, Early Help and Education services, supporting and delivering training on children's case management systems, enabling practitioners to undertake their work in supporting children and young people. As a System Development and Training Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of statutory and strategic transformation initiatives by equipping staff with the knowledge and confidence to use our systems effectively and efficiently. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programmes that enable employees to confidently use Children's Services systems and technologies. You will work closely with system development and support services, system owners, project teams, subject matter experts, and end users to develop learning solutions that improve capability, increase user adoption, and deliver benefits to children and young people. Working within the Children's Services System Development, Training and Support Service, you will operate in an agile environment to support the implementation and optimisation of digital systems. Your focus will be on: Designing, developing, and delivering system and process training for employees at all levels Creating engaging learning materials, including user guides, quick reference guides, videos, webinars, and e-learning content Supporting system implementations and upgrades through training needs analysis and training delivery Assessing learner competence and gathering feedback to continuously improve training programmes Maintaining training records and reporting on training effectiveness Working with stakeholders to identify skills gaps and recommending learning solutions Providing coaching and floor-walking support during system rollouts Ensuring training content remains accurate, current, and aligned with business processes This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who: understands case management systems (e.g. Liquidlogic), has strong problem-solving and communication skills and a proactive, collaborative approach that can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. We offer flexible working, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of children and families. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Understanding and experience of case management systems (e.g., social care systems such as Liquidlogic) Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities Practical or professional experience and understanding of Children's services and/or Education services, supporting service teams and/or providing support to the public Relevant Training or Learning and Development qualification High proficiency in Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Word, etc.) A proactive, collaborative approach and a passion for continuous improvement We're looking for someone who enjoys helping others learn, can simplify complex processes, and has a passion for technology and continuous improvement. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 4 questions: Please describe a systems training programme you have designed and delivered. What was the objective, how did you tailor the training to different audiences, and what outcomes were achieved? Tell us about a time when users were resistant to adopting a new system or process. How did you encourage engagement, and what was the result? Give an example of training materials or learning resources you have created. How did you determine what was needed, and how did you evaluate their effectiveness? Systems trainers often work with project teams, managers, and end users. Describe a situation where you had to work with multiple stakeholders to deliver a successful training solution. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 7th September 2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
This full-time, permanent position has a starting salary of 42,958 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a highly motivated and engaging System Development and Training Officer to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Systems Training Team based at Woodhatch Place in Reigate. This is a hybrid role and officers attend offices across the county on a regular basis to support Children's Service colleagues and stakeholders with the development and delivery of system training. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The role reports into the Head of the System Development, Training and Support Service and the service sits within the Strategy, Commissioning, Transformation and Support Directorate. The team works across Children's Social Care, Early Help and Education services, supporting and delivering training on children's case management systems, enabling practitioners to undertake their work in supporting children and young people. As a System Development and Training Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of statutory and strategic transformation initiatives by equipping staff with the knowledge and confidence to use our systems effectively and efficiently. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programmes that enable employees to confidently use Children's Services systems and technologies. You will work closely with system development and support services, system owners, project teams, subject matter experts, and end users to develop learning solutions that improve capability, increase user adoption, and deliver benefits to children and young people. Working within the Children's Services System Development, Training and Support Service, you will operate in an agile environment to support the implementation and optimisation of digital systems. Your focus will be on: Designing, developing, and delivering system and process training for employees at all levels Creating engaging learning materials, including user guides, quick reference guides, videos, webinars, and e-learning content Supporting system implementations and upgrades through training needs analysis and training delivery Assessing learner competence and gathering feedback to continuously improve training programmes Maintaining training records and reporting on training effectiveness Working with stakeholders to identify skills gaps and recommending learning solutions Providing coaching and floor-walking support during system rollouts Ensuring training content remains accurate, current, and aligned with business processes This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who: understands case management systems (e.g. Liquidlogic), has strong problem-solving and communication skills and a proactive, collaborative approach that can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. We offer flexible working, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of children and families. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Understanding and experience of case management systems (e.g., social care systems such as Liquidlogic) Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities Practical or professional experience and understanding of Children's services and/or Education services, supporting service teams and/or providing support to the public Relevant Training or Learning and Development qualification High proficiency in Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Word, etc.) A proactive, collaborative approach and a passion for continuous improvement We're looking for someone who enjoys helping others learn, can simplify complex processes, and has a passion for technology and continuous improvement. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 4 questions: Please describe a systems training programme you have designed and delivered. What was the objective, how did you tailor the training to different audiences, and what outcomes were achieved? Tell us about a time when users were resistant to adopting a new system or process. How did you encourage engagement, and what was the result? Give an example of training materials or learning resources you have created. How did you determine what was needed, and how did you evaluate their effectiveness? Systems trainers often work with project teams, managers, and end users. Describe a situation where you had to work with multiple stakeholders to deliver a successful training solution. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 7th September 2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Joining our Adults' and Children's Services Transformation Team, as a Project Manager or Senior Project Officer, you'll lead or support high-profile transformational programmes and initiatives that improve services and outcomes for our communities. You may be assigned to lead or support any workstream, project, or programme identified as a priority by the directorate or wider organisation. What you'll do: Lead and manage, or support, strategic projects and programmes across the directorate, delivering structured change using recognised project management methodologies. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Support workstream leads and maintain robust project controls, including RAID logs, resource tracking, and cost monitoring. Prepare and lead, or support with, project boards and team meetings, producing high-quality reports and presentations to communicate progress and outcomes. Develop and oversee implementation plans, including PID reviews and performance modelling. Collaborate with other project teams to identify dependencies, share resources, and drive efficiencies. What we're looking for: For the Project Manager role, a project professional who has: Strong understanding of change management, service design, and process improvement. Proven project or programme delivery experience working in complex environments and managing diverse stakeholders. The ability to lead change and help people adapt to new ways of working. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong leadership, analytical, and digital skills. A positive, self-motivated attitude and commitment to organisational values. A professional qualification in business or project management, or equivalent experience. For the Senior Project Officer role: Strong organisational and communication skills. T The ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. A pro-active, solution-focused mindset with a passion for improving public services. Experience in supporting project or programme delivery, ideally within health, care, or public sector settings. Why join us: Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to making a positive impact. Contribute to some of the most exciting and meaningful work in Adults' Health and Care. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance. Benefit from supportive development opportunities that enhance your skills and knowledge and support your career progression. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Change and Transformation Manager; Business Transformation Manager; Project Delivery Manager; Strategic Projects Manager; Project Portfolio Manager; Senior Project Manager; Programme Implementation Manager; Transformation Officer; Strategic Projects Officer; Service Improvement Lead; Service Improvement Officer; Project Delivery Specialist; Adult Services Transformation Officer; Transformation Programme Officer.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Joining our Adults' and Children's Services Transformation Team, as a Project Manager or Senior Project Officer, you'll lead or support high-profile transformational programmes and initiatives that improve services and outcomes for our communities. You may be assigned to lead or support any workstream, project, or programme identified as a priority by the directorate or wider organisation. What you'll do: Lead and manage, or support, strategic projects and programmes across the directorate, delivering structured change using recognised project management methodologies. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Support workstream leads and maintain robust project controls, including RAID logs, resource tracking, and cost monitoring. Prepare and lead, or support with, project boards and team meetings, producing high-quality reports and presentations to communicate progress and outcomes. Develop and oversee implementation plans, including PID reviews and performance modelling. Collaborate with other project teams to identify dependencies, share resources, and drive efficiencies. What we're looking for: For the Project Manager role, a project professional who has: Strong understanding of change management, service design, and process improvement. Proven project or programme delivery experience working in complex environments and managing diverse stakeholders. The ability to lead change and help people adapt to new ways of working. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong leadership, analytical, and digital skills. A positive, self-motivated attitude and commitment to organisational values. A professional qualification in business or project management, or equivalent experience. For the Senior Project Officer role: Strong organisational and communication skills. T The ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. A pro-active, solution-focused mindset with a passion for improving public services. Experience in supporting project or programme delivery, ideally within health, care, or public sector settings. Why join us: Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to making a positive impact. Contribute to some of the most exciting and meaningful work in Adults' Health and Care. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance. Benefit from supportive development opportunities that enhance your skills and knowledge and support your career progression. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Change and Transformation Manager; Business Transformation Manager; Project Delivery Manager; Strategic Projects Manager; Project Portfolio Manager; Senior Project Manager; Programme Implementation Manager; Transformation Officer; Strategic Projects Officer; Service Improvement Lead; Service Improvement Officer; Project Delivery Specialist; Adult Services Transformation Officer; Transformation Programme Officer.
Gloucestershire County Council
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker Job Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £39,152 - £47,181 per annum Hours per Week: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Ongoing Job Requisition Number: 13952 This post is open to job share We are currently recruiting for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join our locality teams. Gloucestershire covers six localities and we currently have vacancies in Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Forest of Dean, and Stroud. About us For all your hard work. You will receive the following; between £39,152 - £40,777 per annum for a Social Worker or between £41,771 - £47,181 per annum for a Senior Social Worker subject to experience annual retention payment of £2,000 £4,000 welcome payment up to £8,000 relocation package flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff) family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone. an in-house Occupational Health service employee discount scheme cycle to Work scheme links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network career development and qualification opportunities access to our Social Work Academy paid SWE registration renewal Right child, right support, right time, every time Working together to support families and communities to give every child the best chance of a happy and rewarding life, especially those who need more help. We have ambitious improvement and transformation plans to create the optimum conditions within which our staff can make a real difference and improve outcomes for children. We aim for the same Social Worker to support children and their families from the front door until permanence is achieved either through positive change and the child remaining with their parent/s or legal permanence being secured either within the family or outside of the family. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to join an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. Our team structures are designed to ensure there is the right level of support available to staff and that caseloads are kept at a manageable level with a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, 4 Social Workers and an NQSW making up each team's full complement of staff. We need resilient, driven individuals who will play their part in making our vision for Children's Services a success. You will be joining an authority with a strong set of values that underpin the work we do: Accountability, Empowerment, Excellence, Integrity and Respect. About you As a Social Worker, you will be instrumental in delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire. Through building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies you will ensure we are able to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. As well as your experience as a frontline social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: Social Work England registration a recognised qualification in Social Work to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (if you qualified after 2012) a full driving licence and willingness to drive DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children's) If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: Children's Social Care Careers Gloucestershire County Council We welcome applications from newly qualified and social workers in the early years of their career. Depending on your qualification date and previous experience, you will be invited to either join our accredited ASYE programme or to complete an alternative early career development in-house pathway. The appropriate option will be explored and confirmed as part of the interview and offer process.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker Job Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £39,152 - £47,181 per annum Hours per Week: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Ongoing Job Requisition Number: 13952 This post is open to job share We are currently recruiting for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join our locality teams. Gloucestershire covers six localities and we currently have vacancies in Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Forest of Dean, and Stroud. About us For all your hard work. You will receive the following; between £39,152 - £40,777 per annum for a Social Worker or between £41,771 - £47,181 per annum for a Senior Social Worker subject to experience annual retention payment of £2,000 £4,000 welcome payment up to £8,000 relocation package flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff) family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone. an in-house Occupational Health service employee discount scheme cycle to Work scheme links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network career development and qualification opportunities access to our Social Work Academy paid SWE registration renewal Right child, right support, right time, every time Working together to support families and communities to give every child the best chance of a happy and rewarding life, especially those who need more help. We have ambitious improvement and transformation plans to create the optimum conditions within which our staff can make a real difference and improve outcomes for children. We aim for the same Social Worker to support children and their families from the front door until permanence is achieved either through positive change and the child remaining with their parent/s or legal permanence being secured either within the family or outside of the family. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to join an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. Our team structures are designed to ensure there is the right level of support available to staff and that caseloads are kept at a manageable level with a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, 4 Social Workers and an NQSW making up each team's full complement of staff. We need resilient, driven individuals who will play their part in making our vision for Children's Services a success. You will be joining an authority with a strong set of values that underpin the work we do: Accountability, Empowerment, Excellence, Integrity and Respect. About you As a Social Worker, you will be instrumental in delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire. Through building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies you will ensure we are able to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. As well as your experience as a frontline social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: Social Work England registration a recognised qualification in Social Work to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (if you qualified after 2012) a full driving licence and willingness to drive DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children's) If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: Children's Social Care Careers Gloucestershire County Council We welcome applications from newly qualified and social workers in the early years of their career. Depending on your qualification date and previous experience, you will be invited to either join our accredited ASYE programme or to complete an alternative early career development in-house pathway. The appropriate option will be explored and confirmed as part of the interview and offer process.
HR MANAGER, ALDERSHOT, £40,000 - £55,000 + EXCELLENT BENEFITS + CAREER DEVELOPMENT Are you an experienced HR Manager looking for an opportunity to shape people strategy, lead a high-performing HR team and make a genuine impact within a values-driven organisation? Get Recruited are partnering with a well-established, growing organisation that's looking to appoint an experienced HR Manager to lead its HR function during an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager, People Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, People Business Partner, Senior HR Business Partner, Head of HR, People & Culture Manager, Employee Relations Manager or HR Operations Manager who enjoys combining strategic HR with a hands-on leadership approach. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the HR Manager will play a key role in shaping people strategy, driving employee engagement, leading organisational change and ensuring the delivery of an outstanding HR service across a multi-site organisation. If you're an ambitious HR Manager who wants to work for an organisation where people genuinely come first, we'd love to hear from you. THE ROLE As the HR Manager, you'll lead a small HR team while supporting senior leaders across the full employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include: Lead, develop and mentor the HR team, ensuring a proactive, customer-focused HR service. Act as the lead HR Manager, providing expert advice on complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability and performance management. Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice. Partner with senior stakeholders to develop workforce plans that support organisational objectives. Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives. Lead recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities. Use HR data and workforce insights to influence business decisions and identify trends. Support organisational change projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure HR systems, external providers and people processes operate efficiently and deliver an excellent employee experience. THE PERSON We're looking for an experienced HR Manager who enjoys influencing senior stakeholders and creating positive workplace cultures. You'll have experience as a: HR Manager Senior HR Manager People Manager HR Business Partner Senior HR Business Partner People Business Partner Head of HR HR Operations Manager Employee Relations Manager People & Culture Manager You'll also have: Ideally previous experience working within schools, education settings, or public sector. Strong employee relations and employment law knowledge. Experience delivering both strategic and operational HR initiatives. CIPD Level 5, CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR experience. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience driving engagement, wellbeing and organisational change. Strong organisational and project management skills. Experience within education would be advantageous, but applications are also welcomed from HR professionals working within healthcare, local government, charities, housing associations, manufacturing, logistics or other regulated environments. THE BENEFITS £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience) Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ongoing professional development and training Excellent employee wellbeing programme Healthcare and wellbeing initiatives Employee discounts and reward platform Flexible benefits package Long-term career progression Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a collaborative, people-first organisation By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
HR MANAGER, ALDERSHOT, £40,000 - £55,000 + EXCELLENT BENEFITS + CAREER DEVELOPMENT Are you an experienced HR Manager looking for an opportunity to shape people strategy, lead a high-performing HR team and make a genuine impact within a values-driven organisation? Get Recruited are partnering with a well-established, growing organisation that's looking to appoint an experienced HR Manager to lead its HR function during an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager, People Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, People Business Partner, Senior HR Business Partner, Head of HR, People & Culture Manager, Employee Relations Manager or HR Operations Manager who enjoys combining strategic HR with a hands-on leadership approach. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the HR Manager will play a key role in shaping people strategy, driving employee engagement, leading organisational change and ensuring the delivery of an outstanding HR service across a multi-site organisation. If you're an ambitious HR Manager who wants to work for an organisation where people genuinely come first, we'd love to hear from you. THE ROLE As the HR Manager, you'll lead a small HR team while supporting senior leaders across the full employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include: Lead, develop and mentor the HR team, ensuring a proactive, customer-focused HR service. Act as the lead HR Manager, providing expert advice on complex employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, capability and performance management. Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice. Partner with senior stakeholders to develop workforce plans that support organisational objectives. Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives. Lead recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities. Use HR data and workforce insights to influence business decisions and identify trends. Support organisational change projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure HR systems, external providers and people processes operate efficiently and deliver an excellent employee experience. THE PERSON We're looking for an experienced HR Manager who enjoys influencing senior stakeholders and creating positive workplace cultures. You'll have experience as a: HR Manager Senior HR Manager People Manager HR Business Partner Senior HR Business Partner People Business Partner Head of HR HR Operations Manager Employee Relations Manager People & Culture Manager You'll also have: Ideally previous experience working within schools, education settings, or public sector. Strong employee relations and employment law knowledge. Experience delivering both strategic and operational HR initiatives. CIPD Level 5, CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR experience. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience driving engagement, wellbeing and organisational change. Strong organisational and project management skills. Experience within education would be advantageous, but applications are also welcomed from HR professionals working within healthcare, local government, charities, housing associations, manufacturing, logistics or other regulated environments. THE BENEFITS £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience) Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ongoing professional development and training Excellent employee wellbeing programme Healthcare and wellbeing initiatives Employee discounts and reward platform Flexible benefits package Long-term career progression Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a collaborative, people-first organisation By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Risk and Insurance Manager - Local Government Location: London Contract: Initially 26 weeks Day Rate: £500 per day Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid Start: ASAP Application Deadline: 20 August 2026 Target Interview Date: 21 August 2026 - Online I am recruiting for an experienced Risk and Insurance Manager to join a London Local Government Authority within its Strategy, Improvement & Transformation function. This is a senior role responsible for leading the organisation's insurance and claims service, ensuring appropriate insurance protection is in place, claims are managed effectively and the organisation receives a high-quality, cost-effective service from its insurers, brokers and external partners. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the organisation's insurance and claims service Manage insurance programmes, policies, renewals and associated insurance funds Oversee claims across areas including employers' liability, public liability, property and motor Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, solicitors, loss adjusters and other external providers Monitor claims performance, identify trends and implement measures to reduce risk and cost Manage insurance budgets, forecasting, recharges, provisions and reserves Lead and develop a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals Act as the organisation's subject matter expert, providing advice to senior stakeholders and governance forums Ensure insurance arrangements comply with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards Support procurement and performance management of insurance and specialist service providers Essential Experience & Skills Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or an equivalent professional insurance qualification Significant insurance management experience within a large, complex organisation Public sector or Local Government insurance experience is highly desirable Strong experience managing insurance programmes, funds and complex claims Extensive knowledge of liability and property-related claims Experience working with brokers, insurers, solicitors and external service providers Proven team leadership and people management experience Strong financial and budget management capability Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills Experience preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders Important Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Candidates must be UK-based and able to fulfil the required hybrid working arrangements in London This role is not available on a fully remote basis Due to the client's timescales, applications will need to be submitted promptly ahead of the 20 August 2026 deadline Online interviews are currently targeted for 21 August 2026 Salt Contact: Robert - (see below) *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Aug 18, 2026
Contractor
Risk and Insurance Manager - Local Government Location: London Contract: Initially 26 weeks Day Rate: £500 per day Status: Inside IR35 Hours: 35 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid Start: ASAP Application Deadline: 20 August 2026 Target Interview Date: 21 August 2026 - Online I am recruiting for an experienced Risk and Insurance Manager to join a London Local Government Authority within its Strategy, Improvement & Transformation function. This is a senior role responsible for leading the organisation's insurance and claims service, ensuring appropriate insurance protection is in place, claims are managed effectively and the organisation receives a high-quality, cost-effective service from its insurers, brokers and external partners. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the organisation's insurance and claims service Manage insurance programmes, policies, renewals and associated insurance funds Oversee claims across areas including employers' liability, public liability, property and motor Manage relationships with insurers, brokers, solicitors, loss adjusters and other external providers Monitor claims performance, identify trends and implement measures to reduce risk and cost Manage insurance budgets, forecasting, recharges, provisions and reserves Lead and develop a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals Act as the organisation's subject matter expert, providing advice to senior stakeholders and governance forums Ensure insurance arrangements comply with relevant legislation, regulation and professional standards Support procurement and performance management of insurance and specialist service providers Essential Experience & Skills Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or an equivalent professional insurance qualification Significant insurance management experience within a large, complex organisation Public sector or Local Government insurance experience is highly desirable Strong experience managing insurance programmes, funds and complex claims Extensive knowledge of liability and property-related claims Experience working with brokers, insurers, solicitors and external service providers Proven team leadership and people management experience Strong financial and budget management capability Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills Experience preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders Important Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Candidates must be UK-based and able to fulfil the required hybrid working arrangements in London This role is not available on a fully remote basis Due to the client's timescales, applications will need to be submitted promptly ahead of the 20 August 2026 deadline Online interviews are currently targeted for 21 August 2026 Salt Contact: Robert - (see below) *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
This role has a starting salary of £73,317 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a Service Manager to join our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. This role is based in Woking and will require the post holder to work from the office or visit schools and settings for the majority of the working week, with some flexibility for agile working. You must be able to travel to schools and settings at short notice where the need arises. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team At Surrey, we are committed to ensuring that all children and young people with SEND receive an outstanding service, and we are well on our journey towards achieving this. We encourage our SEND and Inclusion Services to work closely and collaboratively to deliver timely and purposeful casework that supports the best possible outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Relational and restorative working practices underpin our work with stakeholders, partners, children, young people and families. About the Role This role will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across key areas of the SEND service, with a particular focus on strengthening service-user experience, supporting effective business-as-usual delivery, and contributing to continuous improvement across statutory SEND functions. Key responsibilities include: The development and implementation of a complaints prevention and resolution strategy, ensuring timely, effective and person-centred responses to parents, carers and stakeholders, while working closely with relevant service managers to reduce escalation and improve customer experience. The oversight of SEND complaints, enquiries and dispute resolution, identifying learning from complaints and embedding continuous service improvement across SEND. The development and implementation of the SEND customer journey strategy, ensuring children and young people, parents, carers and education providers are appropriately supported through the statutory SEND process and that EHCPs are co-produced. The leadership and management of Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services, promoting early resolution of concerns and reducing escalation to formal complaints and tribunal activity. The development and implementation of relational and restorative practice across the SEND service, strengthening relationships with families, schools and partner agencies. The oversight of SEND responses to Local Government Ombudsman (LGO) enquiries and recommendations, ensuring risks are effectively managed and lessons learned are embedded. The monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators relating to communications, complaints, dispute resolution, Ombudsman activity and tribunal trends. Acting as a key point of contact for service users and, as a SEND Service Manager, contributing to the wider business-as-usual effectiveness of the SEND service by supporting clear communication, responsive practice and joined-up working across teams. Working as part of the SEND senior leadership team, you will contribute to the strategic development, operational effectiveness and continuous improvement of SEND services. This will include supporting statutory compliance, driving service transformation, contributing to improvement programmes, and providing expert advice on SEND legislation, disputes and tribunal practice. You will also represent the Local Authority at partnership forums and help manage emerging operational, legal and reputational risks. You will provide leadership for the SEND Tribunal, Complaints, and Complex Cases and Resolutions functions, ensuring disputes, complaints and enquiries are managed effectively and in a timely manner. You will oversee quality assurance, deliver training on SEND legal processes and tribunal practice, and monitor performance relating to tribunals, complaints, Ombudsman activity and customer experience to support continuous service improvement. You may also line manage other service areas, depending on experience. You will work collaboratively across Surrey County Council, health partners, schools, colleges, voluntary sector organisations, elected members, parents, carers and young people to improve outcomes and strengthen confidence in SEND services. The role requires the ability to manage competing priorities, oversee complex and high-profile cases, mitigate service risks, exercise sound judgement within delegated authority, and influence stakeholders across a complex SEND system. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following experience, skills and align with our behaviours: Working Knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014 and how this applies to the work of SEND teams in delivering the statutory EHC needs assessment process; statutory Annual Reviews; and statutory Key Stage Transfer processes. Understanding of Legal and Tribunal Operations Evidence of leadership within SEND (or linked service) Understanding of the needs of Families, Young People and Schools Awareness of the local and national pressures impacting SEND Understanding of the value of relational working. Ability to regularly visit schools and settings, including with little notice To apply, please submit a CV and a personal statement of no more than 650 words. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 6th September 2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £73,317 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a Service Manager to join our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. This role is based in Woking and will require the post holder to work from the office or visit schools and settings for the majority of the working week, with some flexibility for agile working. You must be able to travel to schools and settings at short notice where the need arises. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team At Surrey, we are committed to ensuring that all children and young people with SEND receive an outstanding service, and we are well on our journey towards achieving this. We encourage our SEND and Inclusion Services to work closely and collaboratively to deliver timely and purposeful casework that supports the best possible outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Relational and restorative working practices underpin our work with stakeholders, partners, children, young people and families. About the Role This role will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across key areas of the SEND service, with a particular focus on strengthening service-user experience, supporting effective business-as-usual delivery, and contributing to continuous improvement across statutory SEND functions. Key responsibilities include: The development and implementation of a complaints prevention and resolution strategy, ensuring timely, effective and person-centred responses to parents, carers and stakeholders, while working closely with relevant service managers to reduce escalation and improve customer experience. The oversight of SEND complaints, enquiries and dispute resolution, identifying learning from complaints and embedding continuous service improvement across SEND. The development and implementation of the SEND customer journey strategy, ensuring children and young people, parents, carers and education providers are appropriately supported through the statutory SEND process and that EHCPs are co-produced. The leadership and management of Mediation and Dispute Resolution Services, promoting early resolution of concerns and reducing escalation to formal complaints and tribunal activity. The development and implementation of relational and restorative practice across the SEND service, strengthening relationships with families, schools and partner agencies. The oversight of SEND responses to Local Government Ombudsman (LGO) enquiries and recommendations, ensuring risks are effectively managed and lessons learned are embedded. The monitoring and reporting of key performance indicators relating to communications, complaints, dispute resolution, Ombudsman activity and tribunal trends. Acting as a key point of contact for service users and, as a SEND Service Manager, contributing to the wider business-as-usual effectiveness of the SEND service by supporting clear communication, responsive practice and joined-up working across teams. Working as part of the SEND senior leadership team, you will contribute to the strategic development, operational effectiveness and continuous improvement of SEND services. This will include supporting statutory compliance, driving service transformation, contributing to improvement programmes, and providing expert advice on SEND legislation, disputes and tribunal practice. You will also represent the Local Authority at partnership forums and help manage emerging operational, legal and reputational risks. You will provide leadership for the SEND Tribunal, Complaints, and Complex Cases and Resolutions functions, ensuring disputes, complaints and enquiries are managed effectively and in a timely manner. You will oversee quality assurance, deliver training on SEND legal processes and tribunal practice, and monitor performance relating to tribunals, complaints, Ombudsman activity and customer experience to support continuous service improvement. You may also line manage other service areas, depending on experience. You will work collaboratively across Surrey County Council, health partners, schools, colleges, voluntary sector organisations, elected members, parents, carers and young people to improve outcomes and strengthen confidence in SEND services. The role requires the ability to manage competing priorities, oversee complex and high-profile cases, mitigate service risks, exercise sound judgement within delegated authority, and influence stakeholders across a complex SEND system. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following experience, skills and align with our behaviours: Working Knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014 and how this applies to the work of SEND teams in delivering the statutory EHC needs assessment process; statutory Annual Reviews; and statutory Key Stage Transfer processes. Understanding of Legal and Tribunal Operations Evidence of leadership within SEND (or linked service) Understanding of the needs of Families, Young People and Schools Awareness of the local and national pressures impacting SEND Understanding of the value of relational working. Ability to regularly visit schools and settings, including with little notice To apply, please submit a CV and a personal statement of no more than 650 words. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 6th September 2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Senior PMO Manager Contract: 6-Month Contract Day Rate: 500 - 550 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London, Manchester or Bristol (London/Manchester preferred) Working Pattern: Hybrid, approximately 2 days per week onsite with flexibility Security Clearance: BPSS required. Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance and can start on BPSS while SC is being processed. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior PMO Manager to play a key role in establishing and embedding a new Programme Management Office (PMO) capability within a growing Products & Services Directorate of approximately 250 employees. This directorate has previously benefited from a successful PMO function that supported significant organisational growth, including the onboarding of over 100 contingent workers and engagement with Managed Service Providers (MSPs). As the PMO function is re-established, you will work closely with the Lead PMO Manager , Business Operations team, Finance, and senior stakeholders to implement robust governance, reporting and delivery frameworks. This is a hands-on opportunity for a proactive PMO professional who thrives in evolving environments, can work independently, and is comfortable contributing to wider business operations activities when required. Key Responsibilities Support the establishment and continuous development of the PMO function. Design and implement effective PMO governance, processes, controls and ways of working. Maintain programme and portfolio plans, RAID logs, dependency tracking and governance artefacts. Produce high-quality management information, reporting and dashboards to support decision-making. Work collaboratively with Senior Civil Service (SCS) stakeholders, Business Operations teams, Finance and delivery teams. Support the development and production of business cases and investment proposals. Coordinate cross-functional activities, ensuring actions, risks, issues and dependencies are effectively managed. Support resource planning, workforce management and supplier-related activities where required. Identify and implement opportunities to improve PMO processes, governance and reporting. Take ownership of key deliverables and contribute beyond traditional PMO responsibilities to support wider business objectives. Essential Skills & Experience 2 to 3+ years' experience operating as a Senior PMO Manager or in an equivalent senior PMO role. Proven experience establishing, building or significantly improving PMO functions. Strong expertise in PMO governance, programme planning, reporting and coordination. Demonstrable experience developing and supporting business cases. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and engage at senior levels. Experience producing meaningful management information and reporting packs. Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Strong organisational skills with the ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous environments. Resilient and adaptable, with experience operating in fast-paced and changing organisations. Hands-on approach and willingness to support wider business operations activities when required. Desirable Experience Previous experience within Central Government or Local Government environments. Experience working within digital, product-led or multidisciplinary delivery teams. Knowledge of resource management, contingent workforce planning and supplier management. PMO qualifications such as PMO Essentials or similar certifications. Experience supporting large-scale organisational growth or transformation programmes. Ideal Candidate Profile Candidates are likely to come from backgrounds such as: Senior PMO Manager PMO Manager Programme Office Manager Lead PMO Analyst Senior PMO Analyst Delivery Manager with significant PMO experience You will be a self-starter who enjoys creating structure, improving governance and enabling successful delivery across complex programmes and organisational functions. Team Structure You will join a Business Operations team of five , working closely with a Finance team of three and supporting the newly formed PMO capability. Whilst the wider Products & Services Directorate consists of approximately 250 employees , the PMO team itself will remain relatively lean. As a result, this role is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, influencing across multiple functions and delivering value in a less structured, highly collaborative environment.
Aug 18, 2026
Contractor
Senior PMO Manager Contract: 6-Month Contract Day Rate: 500 - 550 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London, Manchester or Bristol (London/Manchester preferred) Working Pattern: Hybrid, approximately 2 days per week onsite with flexibility Security Clearance: BPSS required. Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance and can start on BPSS while SC is being processed. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior PMO Manager to play a key role in establishing and embedding a new Programme Management Office (PMO) capability within a growing Products & Services Directorate of approximately 250 employees. This directorate has previously benefited from a successful PMO function that supported significant organisational growth, including the onboarding of over 100 contingent workers and engagement with Managed Service Providers (MSPs). As the PMO function is re-established, you will work closely with the Lead PMO Manager , Business Operations team, Finance, and senior stakeholders to implement robust governance, reporting and delivery frameworks. This is a hands-on opportunity for a proactive PMO professional who thrives in evolving environments, can work independently, and is comfortable contributing to wider business operations activities when required. Key Responsibilities Support the establishment and continuous development of the PMO function. Design and implement effective PMO governance, processes, controls and ways of working. Maintain programme and portfolio plans, RAID logs, dependency tracking and governance artefacts. Produce high-quality management information, reporting and dashboards to support decision-making. Work collaboratively with Senior Civil Service (SCS) stakeholders, Business Operations teams, Finance and delivery teams. Support the development and production of business cases and investment proposals. Coordinate cross-functional activities, ensuring actions, risks, issues and dependencies are effectively managed. Support resource planning, workforce management and supplier-related activities where required. Identify and implement opportunities to improve PMO processes, governance and reporting. Take ownership of key deliverables and contribute beyond traditional PMO responsibilities to support wider business objectives. Essential Skills & Experience 2 to 3+ years' experience operating as a Senior PMO Manager or in an equivalent senior PMO role. Proven experience establishing, building or significantly improving PMO functions. Strong expertise in PMO governance, programme planning, reporting and coordination. Demonstrable experience developing and supporting business cases. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and engage at senior levels. Experience producing meaningful management information and reporting packs. Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision. Strong organisational skills with the ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous environments. Resilient and adaptable, with experience operating in fast-paced and changing organisations. Hands-on approach and willingness to support wider business operations activities when required. Desirable Experience Previous experience within Central Government or Local Government environments. Experience working within digital, product-led or multidisciplinary delivery teams. Knowledge of resource management, contingent workforce planning and supplier management. PMO qualifications such as PMO Essentials or similar certifications. Experience supporting large-scale organisational growth or transformation programmes. Ideal Candidate Profile Candidates are likely to come from backgrounds such as: Senior PMO Manager PMO Manager Programme Office Manager Lead PMO Analyst Senior PMO Analyst Delivery Manager with significant PMO experience You will be a self-starter who enjoys creating structure, improving governance and enabling successful delivery across complex programmes and organisational functions. Team Structure You will join a Business Operations team of five , working closely with a Finance team of three and supporting the newly formed PMO capability. Whilst the wider Products & Services Directorate consists of approximately 250 employees , the PMO team itself will remain relatively lean. As a result, this role is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, influencing across multiple functions and delivering value in a less structured, highly collaborative environment.
Interim Project Manager Local Government Reorganisation (Home Counties) £500 £600 per day Interim Home Counties Local Government Reorganisation is reshaping how services are delivered across the Home Counties, as areas move through unitarisation ahead of vesting day. A robust project management function is essential to ensure a smooth transition and a successful day one for the new authority. We're working on behalf of an organisation in the Home Counties to appoint an experienced Interim Project Manager to join the LGR programme at a pivotal stage of delivery. This is a high-profile role sitting at the heart of the transformation, offering the chance to shape the future of local public services in the region. The Role You'll take ownership of project delivery across the local LGR agenda, working across multiple workstreams and reporting into senior programme leadership. You'll be a key figure in translating strategic direction into practical delivery plans, keeping your project on track against a demanding timeline ahead of vesting day. The role blends hands-on project management with broader LGR subject matter expertise you'll need to understand both the specific pressures facing the local area and the wider national context of local government reorganisation. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned LGR project(s), ensuring plans, milestones, and dependencies are actively managed Own and maintain the project RAID log, proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues before they impact delivery Support the design and implementation of the Target Operating Model (TOM) for the new unitary authority Coordinate activity across relevant workstreams and workstream leads to ensure alignment and day one readiness Provide regular, clear reporting to programme boards, senior stakeholders, and shadow authority leadership Build and maintain strong working relationships with partner organisations, shadow authority representatives, and elected members Identify local nuances specific to the area's LGR journey and ensure these are reflected in project planning and risk management Contribute to broader LGR best practice, drawing on and sharing lessons learned across the transformation About You Demonstrable experience delivering transformation, change, or reorganisation projects, ideally within local government or the wider public sector Strong working knowledge of LGR project structures, unitarisation, and shadow authority governance Confident, credible communicator able to manage relationships at all levels, including with senior stakeholders and elected members Highly organised, with strong RAID and governance discipline Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where priorities can shift Available to start at short notice and commit for the duration of the assignment
Aug 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Project Manager Local Government Reorganisation (Home Counties) £500 £600 per day Interim Home Counties Local Government Reorganisation is reshaping how services are delivered across the Home Counties, as areas move through unitarisation ahead of vesting day. A robust project management function is essential to ensure a smooth transition and a successful day one for the new authority. We're working on behalf of an organisation in the Home Counties to appoint an experienced Interim Project Manager to join the LGR programme at a pivotal stage of delivery. This is a high-profile role sitting at the heart of the transformation, offering the chance to shape the future of local public services in the region. The Role You'll take ownership of project delivery across the local LGR agenda, working across multiple workstreams and reporting into senior programme leadership. You'll be a key figure in translating strategic direction into practical delivery plans, keeping your project on track against a demanding timeline ahead of vesting day. The role blends hands-on project management with broader LGR subject matter expertise you'll need to understand both the specific pressures facing the local area and the wider national context of local government reorganisation. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned LGR project(s), ensuring plans, milestones, and dependencies are actively managed Own and maintain the project RAID log, proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues before they impact delivery Support the design and implementation of the Target Operating Model (TOM) for the new unitary authority Coordinate activity across relevant workstreams and workstream leads to ensure alignment and day one readiness Provide regular, clear reporting to programme boards, senior stakeholders, and shadow authority leadership Build and maintain strong working relationships with partner organisations, shadow authority representatives, and elected members Identify local nuances specific to the area's LGR journey and ensure these are reflected in project planning and risk management Contribute to broader LGR best practice, drawing on and sharing lessons learned across the transformation About You Demonstrable experience delivering transformation, change, or reorganisation projects, ideally within local government or the wider public sector Strong working knowledge of LGR project structures, unitarisation, and shadow authority governance Confident, credible communicator able to manage relationships at all levels, including with senior stakeholders and elected members Highly organised, with strong RAID and governance discipline Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where priorities can shift Available to start at short notice and commit for the duration of the assignment
Finance Manager - Interim Rate: £400 - £500 per day Location: Southwest - hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week on site Contract: 6 months + Sellick Partnership is pleased to be supporting a Local Government organisation based in the Southwest, who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager for an initial 6 month contract. This is a hybrid role - you will be required to work on site at least 3 days per week. Key responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include: Provide strategic financial leadership and expert advice to support robust decision-making and long-term financial sustainability Lead finance business partnering across designated directorates, ensuring high-quality financial planning, monitoring, forecasting and performance management Support the development and delivery of the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy Lead financial input to major transformation programmes, service redesign, capital investment and strategic initiatives Provide oversight and assurance for capital programmes, external funding, grants and investment activity Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners, representing the Finance Service in key committees, boards and partnership forums Required experience/qualifications for the Finance Manager position: Professional Accountancy qualification Recent Local Government experience Ability to work on site in the Southwest at least 3 days per week How to apply for the Finance Manager position: If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Finance Manager opportunity, please apply within. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Aug 17, 2026
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Finance Manager - Interim Rate: £400 - £500 per day Location: Southwest - hybrid working - minimum 3 days per week on site Contract: 6 months + Sellick Partnership is pleased to be supporting a Local Government organisation based in the Southwest, who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager for an initial 6 month contract. This is a hybrid role - you will be required to work on site at least 3 days per week. Key responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include: Provide strategic financial leadership and expert advice to support robust decision-making and long-term financial sustainability Lead finance business partnering across designated directorates, ensuring high-quality financial planning, monitoring, forecasting and performance management Support the development and delivery of the Council's Medium-Term Financial Strategy Lead financial input to major transformation programmes, service redesign, capital investment and strategic initiatives Provide oversight and assurance for capital programmes, external funding, grants and investment activity Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners, representing the Finance Service in key committees, boards and partnership forums Required experience/qualifications for the Finance Manager position: Professional Accountancy qualification Recent Local Government experience Ability to work on site in the Southwest at least 3 days per week How to apply for the Finance Manager position: If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Finance Manager opportunity, please apply within. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Your new company East Midlands Large Complex Local Authority Your new role Business Analyst (Children's Services Transformation)East Midlands Large Complex Local Authority Interim Contract Inside IR35 A large and complex Local Authority in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support the implementation of a new operating model across its Children's Services directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a major transformation programme, helping to review, redesign and improve operational processes that support frontline services. The focus is on business change and service improvement, rather than IT systems implementation. The RoleWorking closely with service managers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, you will map current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and help design future-state operating models that enhance efficiency, consistency and service delivery. Areas of focus are likely to include referral pathways, operational procedures, case management processes and business support functions across Children's Services. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities to support service transformation initiatives Map and document end-to-end operational processes and workflows Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions Conduct gap analysis to identify inefficiencies, duplication and improvement opportunities Develop future-state process maps and operating procedures Provide recommendations that support service improvement and organisational objectives Support implementation of new ways of working across service areas Produce high-quality documentation and reporting for programme stakeholders Understanding of frontline service delivery environments What you'll need to succeed About You You will be an experienced Business Analyst with a strong track record of process mapping, service redesign and operational improvement within large organisations. You will possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a range of teams and services. Essential Experience Proven Business Analysis experience Strong process mapping and process improvement capability Experience facilitating stakeholder workshops and requirements gathering sessions Service redesign and operational change experience Ability to analyse complex processes and translate findings into practical recommendations Knowledge of methodologies such as Lean, Service Design, Agile or Continuous Improvement frameworks Desirable Experience Children's Services, Social Care or SEND experience Local Government or wider Public Sector background Experience supporting transformation programmes and operating model reviews What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Contract Details Immediate start available Initial 2-3-month contract Potential for extension Hybrid working arrangement Competitive daily rate What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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Your new company East Midlands Large Complex Local Authority Your new role Business Analyst (Children's Services Transformation)East Midlands Large Complex Local Authority Interim Contract Inside IR35 A large and complex Local Authority in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to support the implementation of a new operating model across its Children's Services directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a major transformation programme, helping to review, redesign and improve operational processes that support frontline services. The focus is on business change and service improvement, rather than IT systems implementation. The RoleWorking closely with service managers, operational teams and senior stakeholders, you will map current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and help design future-state operating models that enhance efficiency, consistency and service delivery. Areas of focus are likely to include referral pathways, operational procedures, case management processes and business support functions across Children's Services. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities to support service transformation initiatives Map and document end-to-end operational processes and workflows Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions Conduct gap analysis to identify inefficiencies, duplication and improvement opportunities Develop future-state process maps and operating procedures Provide recommendations that support service improvement and organisational objectives Support implementation of new ways of working across service areas Produce high-quality documentation and reporting for programme stakeholders Understanding of frontline service delivery environments What you'll need to succeed About You You will be an experienced Business Analyst with a strong track record of process mapping, service redesign and operational improvement within large organisations. You will possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a range of teams and services. Essential Experience Proven Business Analysis experience Strong process mapping and process improvement capability Experience facilitating stakeholder workshops and requirements gathering sessions Service redesign and operational change experience Ability to analyse complex processes and translate findings into practical recommendations Knowledge of methodologies such as Lean, Service Design, Agile or Continuous Improvement frameworks Desirable Experience Children's Services, Social Care or SEND experience Local Government or wider Public Sector background Experience supporting transformation programmes and operating model reviews What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Contract Details Immediate start available Initial 2-3-month contract Potential for extension Hybrid working arrangement Competitive daily rate What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: 450 - 550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance , you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing strong leadership, coaching and development. Oversee external audit partners delivering approximately 10 outsourced audits. Deliver the 2026/27 Internal Audit Plan efficiently and on schedule. Undertake and oversee complex, strategic and high-profile audit reviews. Advise senior managers and elected members on governance, risk and internal control matters. Quality review audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders and committees. Support the review and implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards. Deputise for the Head of Assurance where required and act as Head of Audit when necessary. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Significant Internal Audit experience within the Public Sector, ideally Local Government. A recognised professional qualification such as IIA, CCAB or equivalent. Experience managing and developing audit teams. Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. The ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding deadlines. Experience operating in complex organisational and political environments. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and trust. Key Deliverables A major objective of this assignment is to ensure successful delivery of the 2026/27 Audit Programme, with all draft reports issued by 16 April 2027 and all final reports completed by 30 April 2027 . Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager, Principal Auditor, Head of Audit or Internal Audit professional to take on a high-profile leadership role within a large and ambitious local authority. You will have the opportunity to influence governance improvements, support organisational transformation and lead a well-established audit team through a critical period Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 15, 2026
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Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: 450 - 550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance , you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing strong leadership, coaching and development. Oversee external audit partners delivering approximately 10 outsourced audits. Deliver the 2026/27 Internal Audit Plan efficiently and on schedule. Undertake and oversee complex, strategic and high-profile audit reviews. Advise senior managers and elected members on governance, risk and internal control matters. Quality review audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders and committees. Support the review and implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards. Deputise for the Head of Assurance where required and act as Head of Audit when necessary. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Significant Internal Audit experience within the Public Sector, ideally Local Government. A recognised professional qualification such as IIA, CCAB or equivalent. Experience managing and developing audit teams. Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. The ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding deadlines. Experience operating in complex organisational and political environments. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and trust. Key Deliverables A major objective of this assignment is to ensure successful delivery of the 2026/27 Audit Programme, with all draft reports issued by 16 April 2027 and all final reports completed by 30 April 2027 . Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager, Principal Auditor, Head of Audit or Internal Audit professional to take on a high-profile leadership role within a large and ambitious local authority. You will have the opportunity to influence governance improvements, support organisational transformation and lead a well-established audit team through a critical period Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Programme Management Office (PMO) Lead - Housing Improvement I am recruiting for an experienced Programme Management Office Lead to support a major housing improvement and transformation programme within a public sector organisation. This is a senior role responsible for leading the PMO function across multiple interdependent workstreams, strengthening governance, overseeing programme risk and performance, and providing senior leaders with clear assurance around delivery. The successful candidate will bring strong PMO leadership experience, ideally gained within housing, local government, another regulated public sector organisation or a similarly complex environment. The Role As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective programme governance, reporting and control arrangements across the Housing Improvement Programme and associated operational projects. You will work closely with project managers, delivery leads, senior stakeholders and corporate services to ensure workstreams remain aligned, risks are properly managed and programme information is accurate, consistent and suitable for senior-level decision-making. You will also formally manage a Project Support Officer and help strengthen programme management capability across the wider housing service. Key Responsibilities Leading the Programme Management Office function across a complex housing improvement programme Designing and maintaining programme governance, reporting and assurance frameworks Maintaining the master programme plan across multiple workstreams Managing programme-level risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies Owning and maintaining the Programme Risk Register Overseeing RAID logs, delivery milestones, budgets and resource allocations Producing dashboards, highlight reports, board papers and senior-level briefings Coordinating reporting to programme boards, senior leadership and assurance forums Providing professional challenge to project managers and delivery leads Reviewing project plans, risk assessments, timelines and delivery assumptions Identifying interdependencies and emerging delivery risks Supporting regulatory engagement, inspections and assurance reviews Coordinating activity across housing, HR, IT, legal, finance and communications teams Line managing and developing the Project Support Officer Improving PMO systems, tools, standards and ways of working About You To be considered for this position, you should be able to demonstrate: Significant experience leading or operating within a PMO function Experience working within a complex programme or project management environment Strong knowledge of programme governance and project management methodologies Experience designing and maintaining governance and reporting frameworks Experience managing programme-level risk registers and assurance processes The ability to analyse programme performance, delivery data and risk information Experience producing reports and presenting information to senior leaders or governance boards The confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders Experience coordinating multiple interdependent workstreams Previous line management or supervisory experience Strong written communication, reporting and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and programme management systems A PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent recognised programme or project management qualification is essential. Experience within social housing, housing regulation, public sector transformation, audit or external assurance would be particularly advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile PMO function and play a central role in the delivery of a significant housing improvement programme. You will have the autonomy to shape governance arrangements, strengthen programme controls and provide the structure and insight needed to support sustainable service improvement. To apply, please send me your updated CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
Aug 15, 2026
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Programme Management Office (PMO) Lead - Housing Improvement I am recruiting for an experienced Programme Management Office Lead to support a major housing improvement and transformation programme within a public sector organisation. This is a senior role responsible for leading the PMO function across multiple interdependent workstreams, strengthening governance, overseeing programme risk and performance, and providing senior leaders with clear assurance around delivery. The successful candidate will bring strong PMO leadership experience, ideally gained within housing, local government, another regulated public sector organisation or a similarly complex environment. The Role As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective programme governance, reporting and control arrangements across the Housing Improvement Programme and associated operational projects. You will work closely with project managers, delivery leads, senior stakeholders and corporate services to ensure workstreams remain aligned, risks are properly managed and programme information is accurate, consistent and suitable for senior-level decision-making. You will also formally manage a Project Support Officer and help strengthen programme management capability across the wider housing service. Key Responsibilities Leading the Programme Management Office function across a complex housing improvement programme Designing and maintaining programme governance, reporting and assurance frameworks Maintaining the master programme plan across multiple workstreams Managing programme-level risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies Owning and maintaining the Programme Risk Register Overseeing RAID logs, delivery milestones, budgets and resource allocations Producing dashboards, highlight reports, board papers and senior-level briefings Coordinating reporting to programme boards, senior leadership and assurance forums Providing professional challenge to project managers and delivery leads Reviewing project plans, risk assessments, timelines and delivery assumptions Identifying interdependencies and emerging delivery risks Supporting regulatory engagement, inspections and assurance reviews Coordinating activity across housing, HR, IT, legal, finance and communications teams Line managing and developing the Project Support Officer Improving PMO systems, tools, standards and ways of working About You To be considered for this position, you should be able to demonstrate: Significant experience leading or operating within a PMO function Experience working within a complex programme or project management environment Strong knowledge of programme governance and project management methodologies Experience designing and maintaining governance and reporting frameworks Experience managing programme-level risk registers and assurance processes The ability to analyse programme performance, delivery data and risk information Experience producing reports and presenting information to senior leaders or governance boards The confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders Experience coordinating multiple interdependent workstreams Previous line management or supervisory experience Strong written communication, reporting and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and programme management systems A PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent recognised programme or project management qualification is essential. Experience within social housing, housing regulation, public sector transformation, audit or external assurance would be particularly advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile PMO function and play a central role in the delivery of a significant housing improvement programme. You will have the autonomy to shape governance arrangements, strengthen programme controls and provide the structure and insight needed to support sustainable service improvement. To apply, please send me your updated CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
