Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major firms, including listed (full list and AIM) audited entities and those with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. As part of working in the Consumer Markets team you would be required to work on jobs in the betting and gaming environment and those dealing with alcohol. Any experience working on such jobs previously is preferable, however isn't essential You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major firms, including listed (full list and AIM) audited entities and those with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. As part of working in the Consumer Markets team you would be required to work on jobs in the betting and gaming environment and those dealing with alcohol. Any experience working on such jobs previously is preferable, however isn't essential You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
The Site Director role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all operational activities at a Leicester-based food manufacturing site, driving strategic goals, performance, and cultural development. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and ensuring customer satisfaction, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Client Details A major UK food manufacturer with a strong presence in chilled meals and convenience foods, operating multiple sites and serving leading retailers. The business is known for its focus on quality, operational excellence, and a values-driven culture that prioritizes customer satisfaction, innovation, and employee development. Description Lead the site's operational strategy and ensure alignment with broader business goals. Champion a customer-first mindset and drive continuous improvement across all functions. Build and lead a high-performing senior team across engineering, technical, supply chain, health & safety, and people. Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and responsible business practices. Deliver against key performance targets in quality, cost, delivery, and people. Drive lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence. Lead capital investment planning to support innovation, efficiency, and asset renewal. Engage with internal and external stakeholders including customers, regulators, and the local community. Own business continuity planning and risk management for the site. Profile Proven leadership in senior operational roles within manufacturing. Strong track record of delivering change and driving performance. Deep understanding of lean principles and financials. Excellent people management and communication skills. Resilience, initiative, and a passion for building positive workplace culture. Job Offer Competitive salary Generous holiday leave to support work-life balance. Opportunity to lead a key site within a reputable FMCG organisation. Collaborative and innovative company culture. Permanent position offering stability and career growth.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
The Site Director role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all operational activities at a Leicester-based food manufacturing site, driving strategic goals, performance, and cultural development. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and ensuring customer satisfaction, safety, and continuous improvement across the business. Client Details A major UK food manufacturer with a strong presence in chilled meals and convenience foods, operating multiple sites and serving leading retailers. The business is known for its focus on quality, operational excellence, and a values-driven culture that prioritizes customer satisfaction, innovation, and employee development. Description Lead the site's operational strategy and ensure alignment with broader business goals. Champion a customer-first mindset and drive continuous improvement across all functions. Build and lead a high-performing senior team across engineering, technical, supply chain, health & safety, and people. Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and responsible business practices. Deliver against key performance targets in quality, cost, delivery, and people. Drive lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence. Lead capital investment planning to support innovation, efficiency, and asset renewal. Engage with internal and external stakeholders including customers, regulators, and the local community. Own business continuity planning and risk management for the site. Profile Proven leadership in senior operational roles within manufacturing. Strong track record of delivering change and driving performance. Deep understanding of lean principles and financials. Excellent people management and communication skills. Resilience, initiative, and a passion for building positive workplace culture. Job Offer Competitive salary Generous holiday leave to support work-life balance. Opportunity to lead a key site within a reputable FMCG organisation. Collaborative and innovative company culture. Permanent position offering stability and career growth.
External Job Description Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
External Job Description Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major firms, including listed (full list and AIM) audited entities and those with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. As part of working in the Consumer Markets team you would be required to work on jobs in the betting and gaming environment and those dealing with alcohol. Any experience working on such jobs previously is preferable, however isn't essential You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Significant experience of delivering audit and other assurance services to major firms, including listed (full list and AIM) audited entities and those with international interests. Excellent working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc. Business development experience- able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work. Proven experience in managing a wide portfolio of concurrent projects and project teams in a project management framework. As part of working in the Consumer Markets team you would be required to work on jobs in the betting and gaming environment and those dealing with alcohol. Any experience working on such jobs previously is preferable, however isn't essential You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
The Job: Job Title: Senior Account Manager / Account Director Industry: Enterprise SaaS (Retail Loyalty) Working Set-Up: Remote first - Please note: Candidates must be UK based Salary - £70,000-£80,000 per annum plus commission Interview process: 3 stages (virtual) The Role: Leo Technology have partnered with a long standing client to help them make a critical hire for their tech sales team! This multi-national company are the market leaders in retail loyalty solutions. With an enterprise client base including Sainsburys, Tesco, Walmart, Woolworths, and Asda, they're looking for an experienced Senior Account Manager who can work with a number of their key accounts with the objective of creating and retaining long term, valuable partnerships. In this role, you'll be responsible for growing the revenue within each account by working to identify opportunities to upsell and cross sell. You'll assist with prospecting, and will be responsible for ensuring all clients receive a high level of customer service. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for an experienced AM to join a growing global business where you can play a key role in their ongoing success. This position also has a clear progression path to 'Account Director', so it's perfect for someone ambitious! The Person: Significant experience working as an Account Manager within an enterprise SaaS environment Experience working in the retail loyalty sector is highly desirable Basic technical understanding of APIs Ability to manage complex client portfolios Proven track record of working to & hitting revenue targets Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Interview Process: 1st stage: Intro call with the hiring manager 2nd stage: Panel interview 3rd stage: HR culture chat Important Notice: Both Leo Technology and the companies we partner with are incredibly passionate about building environments where people from all backgrounds and walks of life are embraced. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Leo Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Leo Technology website
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
The Job: Job Title: Senior Account Manager / Account Director Industry: Enterprise SaaS (Retail Loyalty) Working Set-Up: Remote first - Please note: Candidates must be UK based Salary - £70,000-£80,000 per annum plus commission Interview process: 3 stages (virtual) The Role: Leo Technology have partnered with a long standing client to help them make a critical hire for their tech sales team! This multi-national company are the market leaders in retail loyalty solutions. With an enterprise client base including Sainsburys, Tesco, Walmart, Woolworths, and Asda, they're looking for an experienced Senior Account Manager who can work with a number of their key accounts with the objective of creating and retaining long term, valuable partnerships. In this role, you'll be responsible for growing the revenue within each account by working to identify opportunities to upsell and cross sell. You'll assist with prospecting, and will be responsible for ensuring all clients receive a high level of customer service. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for an experienced AM to join a growing global business where you can play a key role in their ongoing success. This position also has a clear progression path to 'Account Director', so it's perfect for someone ambitious! The Person: Significant experience working as an Account Manager within an enterprise SaaS environment Experience working in the retail loyalty sector is highly desirable Basic technical understanding of APIs Ability to manage complex client portfolios Proven track record of working to & hitting revenue targets Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal Interview Process: 1st stage: Intro call with the hiring manager 2nd stage: Panel interview 3rd stage: HR culture chat Important Notice: Both Leo Technology and the companies we partner with are incredibly passionate about building environments where people from all backgrounds and walks of life are embraced. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Leo Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Leo Technology website
Job title: Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Position type: Permanent Job reference: 431947 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £46,000 Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 28 Strategic Resource Options (SROs). You will join our RAPID team at Senior Associate level, acting as the main point of contact for a group of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) in the RAPID programme. The RAPID team is dedicated to overseeing the development of strategic water supply options, ensuring these are sustainable for the long term and delivering the best value for society and the environment. As the lead on a subset of water supply infrastructure projects in our programme, you will focus on ensuring their smooth and efficient delivery. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, and water companies, as well as other relevant sectors and interested parties. You will also have a role in shaping the gated process and you will lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs. You will play a vital role in the successful delivery of new supply infrastructure which is essential to improving the resilience of water supplies and reducing unsustainable abstraction from the environment. As a senior associate, you will operate with substantial autonomy and be expected to plan and progress your work independently. Alongside this, you will have supervision from senior colleagues, and you will work within a network of experienced engagement leads and subject matter experts available to support you and help shape your development. Your work will also be supported by a specialised project management office to equip you with the tools you need to focus on adding value and achieving results. This is an exciting time to join an experienced team with established processes and methods, as well as a continuous improvement mindset. This role offers varied and interesting work, an opportunity to make a difference for the environment and customers, and a focus on your development and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us to help in shaping the future of water regulation. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders, across multiple organisations (e.g. other regulators) to gather, share and use information to deliver a common objective. This is ideally from within the water sector, regulatory sector, planning sector or other relevant sectors. Experience of working under pressure, effectively planning, prioritising, and managing a varied and changing workload to meet different, and often tight, deadlines. Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, using creativity and innovative approaches to achieve results. Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences and experience of formulating, presenting, and writing clear and concise evidence-based advice to inform policy development and decision making. Ability to think strategically and use creative problem solving in complex areas. Why You Should Join Us People Centric : Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date : 23.55 on 26 October 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Job title: Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Position type: Permanent Job reference: 431947 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £46,000 Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 28 Strategic Resource Options (SROs). You will join our RAPID team at Senior Associate level, acting as the main point of contact for a group of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) in the RAPID programme. The RAPID team is dedicated to overseeing the development of strategic water supply options, ensuring these are sustainable for the long term and delivering the best value for society and the environment. As the lead on a subset of water supply infrastructure projects in our programme, you will focus on ensuring their smooth and efficient delivery. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, and water companies, as well as other relevant sectors and interested parties. You will also have a role in shaping the gated process and you will lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs. You will play a vital role in the successful delivery of new supply infrastructure which is essential to improving the resilience of water supplies and reducing unsustainable abstraction from the environment. As a senior associate, you will operate with substantial autonomy and be expected to plan and progress your work independently. Alongside this, you will have supervision from senior colleagues, and you will work within a network of experienced engagement leads and subject matter experts available to support you and help shape your development. Your work will also be supported by a specialised project management office to equip you with the tools you need to focus on adding value and achieving results. This is an exciting time to join an experienced team with established processes and methods, as well as a continuous improvement mindset. This role offers varied and interesting work, an opportunity to make a difference for the environment and customers, and a focus on your development and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us to help in shaping the future of water regulation. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders, across multiple organisations (e.g. other regulators) to gather, share and use information to deliver a common objective. This is ideally from within the water sector, regulatory sector, planning sector or other relevant sectors. Experience of working under pressure, effectively planning, prioritising, and managing a varied and changing workload to meet different, and often tight, deadlines. Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, using creativity and innovative approaches to achieve results. Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences and experience of formulating, presenting, and writing clear and concise evidence-based advice to inform policy development and decision making. Ability to think strategically and use creative problem solving in complex areas. Why You Should Join Us People Centric : Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date : 23.55 on 26 October 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Situated on a 100-acre campus in Elstree, just 13 miles from central London - Haberdashers' Elstree Schools comprise two of the UK's leading independent day schools: Habs Boys and Habs Girls. Each school operates as a through-school for pupils aged 4 to 18 and offers a distinctive, academically ambitious education within a shared setting - blending tradition with innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring Director of Development to build on the strong foundations and successful legacy established by the current postholder and help shape the next chapter in the School's story. Philanthropy lies at the heart of Habs', with a proud tradition of giving that supports bursaries for pupils in financial need and helps ensure that a Habs' education remains accessible to talented young people from all backgrounds. The joint Development Foundation for Habs' Boys' and Habs' Girls' continues to strengthen this spirit of generosity, broadening participation in school life and fostering a culture of community and connection. The next Director of Development will be a motivated, relationship-driven professional who leads every aspect of the Development function - from alumni engagement and community relations to philanthropic fundraising and major gifts - ensuring that these efforts align with the Schools' shared vision and values. This is an influential role, requiring someone who can be an authentic ambassador for both the Schools and the Haberdashers' Company, engaging warmly and effectively with parents, staff, alumni, and friends of Habs'. Direct experience in education is not essential, and we welcome applications from skilled fundraising professionals across a range of sectors. Most importantly, candidates will bring a deep belief in the power of education to transform lives, and a genuine commitment to the values and purpose of independent schools within society. To download further information on the role or to apply, please visit quoting '8114'. The deadline for applications is 08:30 BST on Thursday 6 th November. Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver, and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Situated on a 100-acre campus in Elstree, just 13 miles from central London - Haberdashers' Elstree Schools comprise two of the UK's leading independent day schools: Habs Boys and Habs Girls. Each school operates as a through-school for pupils aged 4 to 18 and offers a distinctive, academically ambitious education within a shared setting - blending tradition with innovation. We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring Director of Development to build on the strong foundations and successful legacy established by the current postholder and help shape the next chapter in the School's story. Philanthropy lies at the heart of Habs', with a proud tradition of giving that supports bursaries for pupils in financial need and helps ensure that a Habs' education remains accessible to talented young people from all backgrounds. The joint Development Foundation for Habs' Boys' and Habs' Girls' continues to strengthen this spirit of generosity, broadening participation in school life and fostering a culture of community and connection. The next Director of Development will be a motivated, relationship-driven professional who leads every aspect of the Development function - from alumni engagement and community relations to philanthropic fundraising and major gifts - ensuring that these efforts align with the Schools' shared vision and values. This is an influential role, requiring someone who can be an authentic ambassador for both the Schools and the Haberdashers' Company, engaging warmly and effectively with parents, staff, alumni, and friends of Habs'. Direct experience in education is not essential, and we welcome applications from skilled fundraising professionals across a range of sectors. Most importantly, candidates will bring a deep belief in the power of education to transform lives, and a genuine commitment to the values and purpose of independent schools within society. To download further information on the role or to apply, please visit quoting '8114'. The deadline for applications is 08:30 BST on Thursday 6 th November. Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver, and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website
External Job Description Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
External Job Description Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
IT Infrastructure Engineer required to join a growing UK organisation, in Glasgow taking a key role in supporting and enhancing a modern hybrid infrastructure that keeps the business connected and secure. This is an opportunity to work with modern technologies, influence future IT improvements, and see the tangible impact of your work every day. The Company This well established UK business, headquartered in Glasgow, places a strong focus on developing its people. Clear development pathways, ongoing training, and a culture that values communication, accountability, and learning, empower employees to make a real impact. Technology is at the heart of how the company operates. They combine modern cloud platforms, secure networks and sophisticated in house solutions to streamline workflows and deliver innovative ways of working. You'll be joining a team that encourages ownership, continuous improvement, and new ideas where your technical expertise will help shape the company's future technology landscape. The Role As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and developing the organisation's infrastructure across on premise and cloud environments. You'll provide advanced technical support, lead on system improvements, and ensure that the company's IT foundation remains robust, secure, and ready for the future. Every day will bring variety and challenge from optimising Azure environments and automating key processes to solving complex network issues that keep the business running smoothly. You'll work closely with colleagues and partners to deliver infrastructure that's fast, reliable, and built to scale. Key Responsibilities: Provide 3rd line technical support across servers, networks, VoIP and cloud platforms, resolving complex issues and driving continuous improvement. Design, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable infrastructure solutions that directly enhance business performance. Take a lead role in managing and improving the network ensuring connectivity, performance, and resilience across multiple sites. Administer and optimise Microsoft technologies including Azure, O365, Intune, Entra, and Active Directory. Manage virtualisation platforms such as VMware, Hyper V, ensuring stability and efficiency. Develop and implement automation solutions using PowerShell and other modern management tools. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver new services and ensure system reliability. Contribute to infrastructure strategy and project delivery, helping shape the company's ongoing digital transformation. About You: Strong experience supporting and managing IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and cloud environments. Knowledge of networking, routing, switching, and VPNs to firewalls and connectivity solutions. Experience managing networked communication or telephony systems, including VoIP, unified communications, and related infrastructure. Skilled in Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, Entra, and Active Directory administration. Confident with cloud migrations, automation, and virtualisation technologies. Excellent problem solving ability and a proactive, improvement focused mindset. Strong communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively across teams. Solid understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards, helping ensure systems are secure and resilient. Microsoft or Azure certifications, or an IT related degree, would be advantageous. What's on Offer: The salary for this role is up to 55k with a comprehensive benefits package. They operate a hybrid working pattern, 3 days onsite at their Glasgow city centre office, conveniently located near public transport links, with parking available for those who drive. This is an opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys variety, ownership, and hands on technical work. You'll join a company that values innovation, invests in technology, and gives you the freedom to make a real impact on how systems evolve and perform. If this sounds interesting please apply of reach out to Murray Simpson.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
IT Infrastructure Engineer required to join a growing UK organisation, in Glasgow taking a key role in supporting and enhancing a modern hybrid infrastructure that keeps the business connected and secure. This is an opportunity to work with modern technologies, influence future IT improvements, and see the tangible impact of your work every day. The Company This well established UK business, headquartered in Glasgow, places a strong focus on developing its people. Clear development pathways, ongoing training, and a culture that values communication, accountability, and learning, empower employees to make a real impact. Technology is at the heart of how the company operates. They combine modern cloud platforms, secure networks and sophisticated in house solutions to streamline workflows and deliver innovative ways of working. You'll be joining a team that encourages ownership, continuous improvement, and new ideas where your technical expertise will help shape the company's future technology landscape. The Role As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and developing the organisation's infrastructure across on premise and cloud environments. You'll provide advanced technical support, lead on system improvements, and ensure that the company's IT foundation remains robust, secure, and ready for the future. Every day will bring variety and challenge from optimising Azure environments and automating key processes to solving complex network issues that keep the business running smoothly. You'll work closely with colleagues and partners to deliver infrastructure that's fast, reliable, and built to scale. Key Responsibilities: Provide 3rd line technical support across servers, networks, VoIP and cloud platforms, resolving complex issues and driving continuous improvement. Design, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable infrastructure solutions that directly enhance business performance. Take a lead role in managing and improving the network ensuring connectivity, performance, and resilience across multiple sites. Administer and optimise Microsoft technologies including Azure, O365, Intune, Entra, and Active Directory. Manage virtualisation platforms such as VMware, Hyper V, ensuring stability and efficiency. Develop and implement automation solutions using PowerShell and other modern management tools. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver new services and ensure system reliability. Contribute to infrastructure strategy and project delivery, helping shape the company's ongoing digital transformation. About You: Strong experience supporting and managing IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, and cloud environments. Knowledge of networking, routing, switching, and VPNs to firewalls and connectivity solutions. Experience managing networked communication or telephony systems, including VoIP, unified communications, and related infrastructure. Skilled in Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, Entra, and Active Directory administration. Confident with cloud migrations, automation, and virtualisation technologies. Excellent problem solving ability and a proactive, improvement focused mindset. Strong communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and work collaboratively across teams. Solid understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards, helping ensure systems are secure and resilient. Microsoft or Azure certifications, or an IT related degree, would be advantageous. What's on Offer: The salary for this role is up to 55k with a comprehensive benefits package. They operate a hybrid working pattern, 3 days onsite at their Glasgow city centre office, conveniently located near public transport links, with parking available for those who drive. This is an opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys variety, ownership, and hands on technical work. You'll join a company that values innovation, invests in technology, and gives you the freedom to make a real impact on how systems evolve and perform. If this sounds interesting please apply of reach out to Murray Simpson.
Portfolio Delivery Manager Basildon / South Per manent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary The role is Portfolio Delivery Manager. The main purpose of this role is to take overall responsibility for all activities in accordance with the current business plan, with a particular focus on safety, quality, profitability, delivery to time, safety regulations, quality standards and project specification. The role reports directly to the Contract Operations Manager. Manage multiple/major projects safely, competently, and effectively to time and budget. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Manage all activities within the agreed budget margins Manage all financial aspects of projects, including the costing and invoicing of any additional works. Ensure all projects are managed effectively by well trained and competent Project Managers. Continually monitor safety performance and seek continuous improvement. Continually monitor productivity levels and seek continuous improvement. Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers. Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements. Develop, (in conjunction with the contracts Operations Manager and Operations Director), the regional management structure to meet the ongoing needs of the region. Attend and participate in weekly, monthly operations meetings held by the Contracts Managers. Conduct regular progress meetings with all direct reports as required and ensure that all toolbox talks are delivered effectively as directed. Manage and review performance of staff reporting to you and identify training needs. Monitor and report on progress of work to the customer as required and maintain regular contact with all customers to ensure the smooth implementation of work. Continually monitor and strive to improve your team's approach to safety rules and procedures, method statements and risk assessments. Conduct 1 in 10 inspections and ensure all defects are resolved. Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported, recorded and investigated and that remedial action is carried out promptly. Implement Freedom's values. Assist with the management and resolution of customer complaints. Undertake role of Authorising Officer under Company competency procedures. What we're looking for: Background of Operations Managerial roles Some knowledge of distribution network Sound understanding of the financial aspects of projects Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car Allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Portfolio Delivery Manager Basildon / South Per manent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary The role is Portfolio Delivery Manager. The main purpose of this role is to take overall responsibility for all activities in accordance with the current business plan, with a particular focus on safety, quality, profitability, delivery to time, safety regulations, quality standards and project specification. The role reports directly to the Contract Operations Manager. Manage multiple/major projects safely, competently, and effectively to time and budget. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Manage all activities within the agreed budget margins Manage all financial aspects of projects, including the costing and invoicing of any additional works. Ensure all projects are managed effectively by well trained and competent Project Managers. Continually monitor safety performance and seek continuous improvement. Continually monitor productivity levels and seek continuous improvement. Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Freedom and its customers. Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with legislative changes and customer requirements. Develop, (in conjunction with the contracts Operations Manager and Operations Director), the regional management structure to meet the ongoing needs of the region. Attend and participate in weekly, monthly operations meetings held by the Contracts Managers. Conduct regular progress meetings with all direct reports as required and ensure that all toolbox talks are delivered effectively as directed. Manage and review performance of staff reporting to you and identify training needs. Monitor and report on progress of work to the customer as required and maintain regular contact with all customers to ensure the smooth implementation of work. Continually monitor and strive to improve your team's approach to safety rules and procedures, method statements and risk assessments. Conduct 1 in 10 inspections and ensure all defects are resolved. Ensure that accidents and near misses are suitably reported, recorded and investigated and that remedial action is carried out promptly. Implement Freedom's values. Assist with the management and resolution of customer complaints. Undertake role of Authorising Officer under Company competency procedures. What we're looking for: Background of Operations Managerial roles Some knowledge of distribution network Sound understanding of the financial aspects of projects Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car/Car Allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Global Employer Services help companies and individuals moving countries and assist with any tax implications that occur in the move. Working with a broad client base, from start-ups to multinationals who are often moving abroad for the first time, the team work with companies as a whole and with individual employees to help them with some of the biggest decisions of their lives. That means you'll need strong people skills so you can build relationships defined by trust. You'll be part of growing tight-knit team with an emphasis on assigning work that broadens your capabilities. Combined with the direct access you'll have to partners on a day-to-day basis, this is your chance to become an expert and build a career based on what you're good at and what you find interesting. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. You will be a key member of the Global Employer Services group, this role will provide reward and share schemes services for a wide range of clients. You will be responsible for assisting Directors & Partners in providing Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of existing clients and assist with the development of targets in order to ensure the continued growth of the business. You will also provide assistance to senior members of staff in both client work and in the management of the group, as appropriate. We're looking for someone with: Ability to advise on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership An in depth knowledge of EMI, ESS and knowledge of reward tax and related areas such as employment, NIC and capital gains tax etc Expertise on split interest, freezer and nil paid arrangements Experience in the preparation of share valuations and liaison with HMRC Staff management and mentoring experience Awareness of accounting, employment law and company law implications of share incentives Experience of dealing direct with clients including agreement of fees Educated to degree level (LLB preferred), and/or CTA and/or ATT/ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ready to find the right role for you? Regional Partnership Manager Salary: Competitive plus bonus, company car/cash allowance, private medical cover and pension Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week Location: St.Alban's When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; Eligible for an annual performance bonus Option to choose from a company car or a car allowance Private medical cover 25 days of annual leave Access to our company pension scheme One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; Responsible for a portfolio of client accounts situated within the North West of England. Your primary responsibility is to develop any new accounts added to your portfolio, support our Business Development team during mobilisation, retain existing accounts by creating opportunities and strategies, and enhance your portfolio accounts and wider business opportunities by working with regional resources. Take ownership of the business relationship with the customer, building relationships with senior-level customers & Veolia stakeholders. Complete internal contract review meetings at the internal Director and Investco / EXCO level and ensure all elements of the contract are delivered in line with client expectations. Interaction with key stakeholders to manage and deliver business innovation, best practices and strategic value projects across all relevant customer accounts and portfolios. Take overall responsibility for the generation and growth of Revenue and Net Revenue across defined Strategic Accounts. To work with account managers to produce individual Account Management Plans for each aspect of the client, giving full visibility of all account details to relevant personnel. To maintain customer touch plans that facilitate the strategic alignment of all service delivery and management functions, including "top-to-top" senior management/sector leadership teams. Ensure debt levels are managed within each account's commercial terms and support with any invoice disputes. To develop sector-specific knowledge and become the sector expert in terms of industry trends, commercial outlook, future market trends and customer business objectives. To own the renewal process of accounts, delivering a value proposition to customers covering financial, operations and CSR improvement, whilst also maintaining and improving the net revenue of services to Veolia. What we're looking for; Proven experience of driving and influencing senior-level stakeholders Exceptional analytical skills, identifying challenges and trends to provide long-term strategic insights. Ability to drive solutions from concept to delivery. Demonstrable influencing and negotiation skills. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: 06-11-2025 What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Ready to find the right role for you? Regional Partnership Manager Salary: Competitive plus bonus, company car/cash allowance, private medical cover and pension Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week Location: St.Alban's When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; Eligible for an annual performance bonus Option to choose from a company car or a car allowance Private medical cover 25 days of annual leave Access to our company pension scheme One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; Responsible for a portfolio of client accounts situated within the North West of England. Your primary responsibility is to develop any new accounts added to your portfolio, support our Business Development team during mobilisation, retain existing accounts by creating opportunities and strategies, and enhance your portfolio accounts and wider business opportunities by working with regional resources. Take ownership of the business relationship with the customer, building relationships with senior-level customers & Veolia stakeholders. Complete internal contract review meetings at the internal Director and Investco / EXCO level and ensure all elements of the contract are delivered in line with client expectations. Interaction with key stakeholders to manage and deliver business innovation, best practices and strategic value projects across all relevant customer accounts and portfolios. Take overall responsibility for the generation and growth of Revenue and Net Revenue across defined Strategic Accounts. To work with account managers to produce individual Account Management Plans for each aspect of the client, giving full visibility of all account details to relevant personnel. To maintain customer touch plans that facilitate the strategic alignment of all service delivery and management functions, including "top-to-top" senior management/sector leadership teams. Ensure debt levels are managed within each account's commercial terms and support with any invoice disputes. To develop sector-specific knowledge and become the sector expert in terms of industry trends, commercial outlook, future market trends and customer business objectives. To own the renewal process of accounts, delivering a value proposition to customers covering financial, operations and CSR improvement, whilst also maintaining and improving the net revenue of services to Veolia. What we're looking for; Proven experience of driving and influencing senior-level stakeholders Exceptional analytical skills, identifying challenges and trends to provide long-term strategic insights. Ability to drive solutions from concept to delivery. Demonstrable influencing and negotiation skills. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: 06-11-2025 What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Job title: Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Position type: Permanent Job reference: 431947 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £46,000 Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 28 Strategic Resource Options (SROs). You will join our RAPID team at Senior Associate level, acting as the main point of contact for a group of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) in the RAPID programme. The RAPID team is dedicated to overseeing the development of strategic water supply options, ensuring these are sustainable for the long term and delivering the best value for society and the environment. As the lead on a subset of water supply infrastructure projects in our programme, you will focus on ensuring their smooth and efficient delivery. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, and water companies, as well as other relevant sectors and interested parties. You will also have a role in shaping the gated process and you will lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs. You will play a vital role in the successful delivery of new supply infrastructure which is essential to improving the resilience of water supplies and reducing unsustainable abstraction from the environment. As a senior associate, you will operate with substantial autonomy and be expected to plan and progress your work independently. Alongside this, you will have supervision from senior colleagues, and you will work within a network of experienced engagement leads and subject matter experts available to support you and help shape your development. Your work will also be supported by a specialised project management office to equip you with the tools you need to focus on adding value and achieving results. This is an exciting time to join an experienced team with established processes and methods, as well as a continuous improvement mindset. This role offers varied and interesting work, an opportunity to make a difference for the environment and customers, and a focus on your development and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us to help in shaping the future of water regulation. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders, across multiple organisations (e.g. other regulators) to gather, share and use information to deliver a common objective. This is ideally from within the water sector, regulatory sector, planning sector or other relevant sectors. Experience of working under pressure, effectively planning, prioritising, and managing a varied and changing workload to meet different, and often tight, deadlines. Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, using creativity and innovative approaches to achieve results. Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences and experience of formulating, presenting, and writing clear and concise evidence-based advice to inform policy development and decision making. Ability to think strategically and use creative problem solving in complex areas. Why You Should Join Us People Centric : Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date : 23.55 on 26 October 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Job title: Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Position type: Permanent Job reference: 431947 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £46,000 Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025 at 23:55 Join Ofwat s RAPID & Environmental Planning Directorate as a Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Water Supply Infrastructure Engagement Lead role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 28 Strategic Resource Options (SROs). You will join our RAPID team at Senior Associate level, acting as the main point of contact for a group of Strategic Resource Options (SROs) in the RAPID programme. The RAPID team is dedicated to overseeing the development of strategic water supply options, ensuring these are sustainable for the long term and delivering the best value for society and the environment. As the lead on a subset of water supply infrastructure projects in our programme, you will focus on ensuring their smooth and efficient delivery. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, and water companies, as well as other relevant sectors and interested parties. You will also have a role in shaping the gated process and you will lead the gate assessment of your portfolio of SROs. You will play a vital role in the successful delivery of new supply infrastructure which is essential to improving the resilience of water supplies and reducing unsustainable abstraction from the environment. As a senior associate, you will operate with substantial autonomy and be expected to plan and progress your work independently. Alongside this, you will have supervision from senior colleagues, and you will work within a network of experienced engagement leads and subject matter experts available to support you and help shape your development. Your work will also be supported by a specialised project management office to equip you with the tools you need to focus on adding value and achieving results. This is an exciting time to join an experienced team with established processes and methods, as well as a continuous improvement mindset. This role offers varied and interesting work, an opportunity to make a difference for the environment and customers, and a focus on your development and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us to help in shaping the future of water regulation. About You Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post: Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders, across multiple organisations (e.g. other regulators) to gather, share and use information to deliver a common objective. This is ideally from within the water sector, regulatory sector, planning sector or other relevant sectors. Experience of working under pressure, effectively planning, prioritising, and managing a varied and changing workload to meet different, and often tight, deadlines. Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, using creativity and innovative approaches to achieve results. Good written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences and experience of formulating, presenting, and writing clear and concise evidence-based advice to inform policy development and decision making. Ability to think strategically and use creative problem solving in complex areas. Why You Should Join Us People Centric : Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham and London offices. Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. Up to 3 volunteering days per year. Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. Follow the link to apply for full details about the role. Please ensure you have submitted your application in full before the below deadline. Closing date : 23.55 on 26 October 2025 TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £27,560 - £30,680 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing new Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 8 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Ensure introductions to community services are facilitated/supported to increase likelihood of engagement. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Main Duties: Work with direct supervision Response Associate Director of CYPF to take referrals and manage a caseload, working alongside other professionals as part of a mental health treatment plan. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health access and outcomes. Facilitate 1:1 and group sessions for young people and their families. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity. Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Ability to actively listen, empathise with people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. What We Offer: - 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) - Blue Light card and other discounted shopping - Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling - Cycle to Work Scheme - Enhanced family friendly leave - Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave - £500 refer a friend bonus scheme - Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments - Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS - Free flu jabs - Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 20/11/2025. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £27,560 - £30,680 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing new Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 8 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Ensure introductions to community services are facilitated/supported to increase likelihood of engagement. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Main Duties: Work with direct supervision Response Associate Director of CYPF to take referrals and manage a caseload, working alongside other professionals as part of a mental health treatment plan. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health access and outcomes. Facilitate 1:1 and group sessions for young people and their families. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people with their mental health, either in a paid, unpaid or informal capacity. Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Ability to actively listen, empathise with people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential. Ability to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. What We Offer: - 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) - Blue Light card and other discounted shopping - Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling - Cycle to Work Scheme - Enhanced family friendly leave - Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave - £500 refer a friend bonus scheme - Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments - Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS - Free flu jabs - Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 20/11/2025. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
TPP Recruitment are working with a long-established , and highly regarded charity based in Northern England that works with women who are involved in, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system . The charity's services are trauma-informed, flexible, responsive and dynamic, and their overarching approach is collaborative, strength-based and focused on positive outcomes. The opportunity - Director of HR and Resources Joining the organisation in this new role, this is an opportunity for an HR professional to: Lead on the development of the charity's people strategy Lead inclusive and innovative recruitment and retention strategies Design and deliver a comprehensive L&D framework for all staff, and also take a lead on succession planning and talent management Provide strategic oversight for premises and facilities , ensuring safe, accessible and welcoming environments across all centres Champion the charity's values , ensuring they are embedded across all policies, practices and systems In order to be considered for this role, you will bring extensive experience in senior HR/People roles, with a proven track record of designing and delivering workforce strategies that drive organisational performance and culture change. You will possess in-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, and bring confidence in managing complex employee relations issues. This post is restricted to female applicants only as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. To apply, please send through your CV in response to this advert in the first instance and the team will be in touch with further details relating to the role and full recruitment process. Alternatively, contact Matt or Lisa in TPP's Leadership and Governance team via / to arrange a confidential discussion. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
TPP Recruitment are working with a long-established , and highly regarded charity based in Northern England that works with women who are involved in, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system . The charity's services are trauma-informed, flexible, responsive and dynamic, and their overarching approach is collaborative, strength-based and focused on positive outcomes. The opportunity - Director of HR and Resources Joining the organisation in this new role, this is an opportunity for an HR professional to: Lead on the development of the charity's people strategy Lead inclusive and innovative recruitment and retention strategies Design and deliver a comprehensive L&D framework for all staff, and also take a lead on succession planning and talent management Provide strategic oversight for premises and facilities , ensuring safe, accessible and welcoming environments across all centres Champion the charity's values , ensuring they are embedded across all policies, practices and systems In order to be considered for this role, you will bring extensive experience in senior HR/People roles, with a proven track record of designing and delivering workforce strategies that drive organisational performance and culture change. You will possess in-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, and bring confidence in managing complex employee relations issues. This post is restricted to female applicants only as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. To apply, please send through your CV in response to this advert in the first instance and the team will be in touch with further details relating to the role and full recruitment process. Alternatively, contact Matt or Lisa in TPP's Leadership and Governance team via / to arrange a confidential discussion. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Quantity Surveyor - Global Projects Consultancy Hybrid Salary: Fully negotiable based on experience + discretionary bonus + benefits Contract Type: Permanent Full-time Hybrid The Opportunity Join a fast-growing construction consultancy delivering major projects for some of the world's biggest and most recognised brands. You'll work on high-value developments across logistics, industrial and commercial sectors - with genuine flexibility and clear progression to Associate and Director level. This is a consultancy that invests in its people, trusts them to deliver, and rewards performance - not just presence. Why Join? Global projects: Deliver work for global brands shaping the future of logistics and commerce. Flexible working: Hybrid arrangements tailored to your lifestyle and project needs. Career progression: Transparent pathway to Associate/Director level - based on ability, not years served. Uncapped earning potential: Salaries are completely flexible based on experience, with discretionary bonuses. Development focus: Ongoing CPD, APC support, and exposure to complex projects that accelerate growth. Culture that values you: Collaborative, supportive, and free of corporate red tape. The Role Deliver pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services across major UK projects. Manage commercial performance, tenders, and procurement from feasibility to final account. Advise clients and build strong, long-term relationships. Ensure commercial success and value-for-money outcomes across all stages of delivery. About You Experience within a consultancy or cost management environment. MRICS qualified or working towards. Commercial, industrial, or logistics project experience desirable. Strong communicator with client-facing confidence. Highly organised with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required. The Offer Salary: Will pay the right money for the right person Bonus: Discretionary, based on personal and project performance Development: APC support, CPD and leadership mentoring Hybrid working: London or North West base - flexible working week Extras: Additional holiday allowance, birthday off, pension contributions Apply Today If you want to make an impact on projects for global giants - while working for a consultancy that puts its people first - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. / (phone number removed)
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Quantity Surveyor - Global Projects Consultancy Hybrid Salary: Fully negotiable based on experience + discretionary bonus + benefits Contract Type: Permanent Full-time Hybrid The Opportunity Join a fast-growing construction consultancy delivering major projects for some of the world's biggest and most recognised brands. You'll work on high-value developments across logistics, industrial and commercial sectors - with genuine flexibility and clear progression to Associate and Director level. This is a consultancy that invests in its people, trusts them to deliver, and rewards performance - not just presence. Why Join? Global projects: Deliver work for global brands shaping the future of logistics and commerce. Flexible working: Hybrid arrangements tailored to your lifestyle and project needs. Career progression: Transparent pathway to Associate/Director level - based on ability, not years served. Uncapped earning potential: Salaries are completely flexible based on experience, with discretionary bonuses. Development focus: Ongoing CPD, APC support, and exposure to complex projects that accelerate growth. Culture that values you: Collaborative, supportive, and free of corporate red tape. The Role Deliver pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services across major UK projects. Manage commercial performance, tenders, and procurement from feasibility to final account. Advise clients and build strong, long-term relationships. Ensure commercial success and value-for-money outcomes across all stages of delivery. About You Experience within a consultancy or cost management environment. MRICS qualified or working towards. Commercial, industrial, or logistics project experience desirable. Strong communicator with client-facing confidence. Highly organised with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required. The Offer Salary: Will pay the right money for the right person Bonus: Discretionary, based on personal and project performance Development: APC support, CPD and leadership mentoring Hybrid working: London or North West base - flexible working week Extras: Additional holiday allowance, birthday off, pension contributions Apply Today If you want to make an impact on projects for global giants - while working for a consultancy that puts its people first - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. / (phone number removed)
About the Role The Head of Finance will support the Director of Finance and Resources in providing strategic financial leadership across the charity. They will oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensure robust financial management, and deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to support decision-making. The postholder will play a key role in safeguarding the charity s financial sustainability and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning Preparation of annual budgets and long-term financial plans. Provision of financial analysis to inform strategic and operational decision-making. Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and cash flow forecasts. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of year-end accounts and the coordination of external audits. Provide regular financial reports and analysis in accordance with organisational timetables set by the Director of Finance & Resources. Monitor restricted funds ensuring compliance with donor requirements. Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, and other statutory requirements for filing of accounts. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of charity finance regulations, SORP, VAT, and tax issues relevant to the sector. Systems, Processes & Controls Ensure that financial processes and procedures are fit for purpose, up to date and efficient. Lead the development and maintenance of efficient financial systems, policies, and procedures. Ensure effective internal controls are in place across the organisation to facilitate accurate and timely delivery of reporting to support organisational decision making. Oversee grant reporting and donor compliance. Team Leadership & Collaboration Develop and support the finance team to deliver a high-quality service. Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function. Work collaboratively with non-finance managers across the organisation to build financial awareness and accountability. Person Specification Essential A relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience gained in a financial management role within a small or medium-sized organisation. Experience in business planning, performance management and impact reporting. Significant experience in managing a high-performance team. Strong IT skills, particularly with accounting software and Excel. Understanding of charity finance and accounting practices. Strong understanding of charity law, governance best practices, and regulatory frameworks. Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong interpersonal with an ability to establish and maintain good working relationships. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines. Desirable Significant experience in financial management within the charity, not-for-profit, or public sector. Experience of working with restricted funds and grant reporting. Knowledge of charity tax, VAT, and fundraising income streams. Experience of implementing new financial systems or process improvements. We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity.
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
About the Role The Head of Finance will support the Director of Finance and Resources in providing strategic financial leadership across the charity. They will oversee day-to-day financial operations, ensure robust financial management, and deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to support decision-making. The postholder will play a key role in safeguarding the charity s financial sustainability and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning Preparation of annual budgets and long-term financial plans. Provision of financial analysis to inform strategic and operational decision-making. Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the production of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and cash flow forecasts. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of year-end accounts and the coordination of external audits. Provide regular financial reports and analysis in accordance with organisational timetables set by the Director of Finance & Resources. Monitor restricted funds ensuring compliance with donor requirements. Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, HMRC, and other statutory requirements for filing of accounts. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of charity finance regulations, SORP, VAT, and tax issues relevant to the sector. Systems, Processes & Controls Ensure that financial processes and procedures are fit for purpose, up to date and efficient. Lead the development and maintenance of efficient financial systems, policies, and procedures. Ensure effective internal controls are in place across the organisation to facilitate accurate and timely delivery of reporting to support organisational decision making. Oversee grant reporting and donor compliance. Team Leadership & Collaboration Develop and support the finance team to deliver a high-quality service. Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function. Work collaboratively with non-finance managers across the organisation to build financial awareness and accountability. Person Specification Essential A relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience gained in a financial management role within a small or medium-sized organisation. Experience in business planning, performance management and impact reporting. Significant experience in managing a high-performance team. Strong IT skills, particularly with accounting software and Excel. Understanding of charity finance and accounting practices. Strong understanding of charity law, governance best practices, and regulatory frameworks. Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong interpersonal with an ability to establish and maintain good working relationships. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams. Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines. Desirable Significant experience in financial management within the charity, not-for-profit, or public sector. Experience of working with restricted funds and grant reporting. Knowledge of charity tax, VAT, and fundraising income streams. Experience of implementing new financial systems or process improvements. We welcome people of all ages and abilities, including those with physical and learning disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, and neurodiversity.
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Bristol - Full Training Provided 25,000 basic salary + Uncapped commission (OTE 35K-40K year 1) + Progression + Full Training Bristol, City Centre Are you ambitious, driven and looking for an opportunity to progress to leadership? Are you financially motivated and looking to benefit from exceptional earning potential through uncapped commission? Rise Technical Recruitment is a fast-growing team with offices in Bristol, London, Exeter, Miami and Austin. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking company with an emphasis on an empowered culture whilst growing worldwide. With a great company culture and nominations for the prestigious REC Awards 'Best Company to work for (over 50 employees)' - we strive to create a platform for high performers to achieve life changing results. We look for tenacious and outgoing people with exceptional communication skills, who will thrive in a fast-paced and sales-based role to achieve their goals. This role is ideal for someone looking for a career without limits, uncapped earning potential and ambitions to join a fast growing SME as we scale in the UK and Worldwide. At Rise Progression : Target/merit based progression with the opportunity for leadership & Director level roles Commission : 10-40% of everything that you invoice. Opportunity in year 1 to earn 50k- 80k Training : Industry-leading training from our L&D team and access to tools for continuous self-development Company Growth : From a 3-person start-up to nearly 200 people across Bristol, London, Miami, and Austin. We're now expanding into Dubai, Australia, and beyond - with future overseas relocation opportunities available Culture : High-performance, goal driven and great social atmosphere whilst reaching your own goals Benefits: Other benefits such as, incentives, luxury trips abroad, weekly prizes, life insurance, enhanced maternity/paternity, quarterly payrise targets and many more. The Person Highly Ambitious : Not afraid of a challenge and eager to accelerate their career Goal-Driven : Sets big personal and professional goals Excellent Communicator : Confident on the phone, skilled in negotiation, and able to consult clients and candidates effectively Competitive & a Team Player : Thrives in a high-performance culture, but always supports the team Resilient : Recruitment and sales can be tough - you'll need to bounce back quickly and stay driven Role: 360 Recruitment Build and manage relationships with clients and candidates Win new business through outbound B2B sales Source, interview, and place great candidates across the engineering, energy, tech, construction, and education sectors Act as a trusted consultant throughout the hiring process Apply now or contact (url removed) Equal opportunities employer. Don't meet every requirement? Apply anyway - we value ambition and work ethic over perfect CVs. To Apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now' or contact Talent Acquisition at (url removed), we'll be in touch if your application progresses. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Trainee Recruitment Consultant - Bristol - Full Training Provided 25,000 basic salary + Uncapped commission (OTE 35K-40K year 1) + Progression + Full Training Bristol, City Centre Are you ambitious, driven and looking for an opportunity to progress to leadership? Are you financially motivated and looking to benefit from exceptional earning potential through uncapped commission? Rise Technical Recruitment is a fast-growing team with offices in Bristol, London, Exeter, Miami and Austin. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking company with an emphasis on an empowered culture whilst growing worldwide. With a great company culture and nominations for the prestigious REC Awards 'Best Company to work for (over 50 employees)' - we strive to create a platform for high performers to achieve life changing results. We look for tenacious and outgoing people with exceptional communication skills, who will thrive in a fast-paced and sales-based role to achieve their goals. This role is ideal for someone looking for a career without limits, uncapped earning potential and ambitions to join a fast growing SME as we scale in the UK and Worldwide. At Rise Progression : Target/merit based progression with the opportunity for leadership & Director level roles Commission : 10-40% of everything that you invoice. Opportunity in year 1 to earn 50k- 80k Training : Industry-leading training from our L&D team and access to tools for continuous self-development Company Growth : From a 3-person start-up to nearly 200 people across Bristol, London, Miami, and Austin. We're now expanding into Dubai, Australia, and beyond - with future overseas relocation opportunities available Culture : High-performance, goal driven and great social atmosphere whilst reaching your own goals Benefits: Other benefits such as, incentives, luxury trips abroad, weekly prizes, life insurance, enhanced maternity/paternity, quarterly payrise targets and many more. The Person Highly Ambitious : Not afraid of a challenge and eager to accelerate their career Goal-Driven : Sets big personal and professional goals Excellent Communicator : Confident on the phone, skilled in negotiation, and able to consult clients and candidates effectively Competitive & a Team Player : Thrives in a high-performance culture, but always supports the team Resilient : Recruitment and sales can be tough - you'll need to bounce back quickly and stay driven Role: 360 Recruitment Build and manage relationships with clients and candidates Win new business through outbound B2B sales Source, interview, and place great candidates across the engineering, energy, tech, construction, and education sectors Act as a trusted consultant throughout the hiring process Apply now or contact (url removed) Equal opportunities employer. Don't meet every requirement? Apply anyway - we value ambition and work ethic over perfect CVs. To Apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now' or contact Talent Acquisition at (url removed), we'll be in touch if your application progresses. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
On behalf of DEFRA, we are looking for a Departmental Senior Responsible Owner, Synergy Programme Inside IR35 for a 12 months contract based Hybrid with occasional travel to London, Bristol York Newcastle In the Defra group, we deal with a vast range of issues that profoundly impact on people's lives. We are responsible for England's environment, our countryside and rural economy, the food and farming sectors and have lead responsibility for protection from a wide range of natural threats and hazards. We have developed a set of three strategic objectives covering our policy outcomes and corporate objectives. These objectives help us to deliver our ambitious vision to build our green and healthy future and provide a framework for all the important work we carry out. Our objectives are: To pass on to the next generation a natural environment protected and enhanced for the future. To lead the world in food, farming, and fisheries with a sustainable model of food production. To be an outstanding organisation focused on making a difference, with world class delivery capability. CTC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As a Departmental Senior Responsible Owner, Synergy Programme, your main responsibilities will be to: Lead the Defra programme through design, build, implementation and hyper care, working with and in support of the Synergy programme to implement a new Shared Service Centre that includes new Cloud enabling technology with a single business process service. Lead plan and deliver business change within Defra to realise benefits. The role will need to build strategic partnerships between the internal functions of Defra (Finance, HR, Commercial and DDAT) and the Synergy Programme, providing expert knowledge to Defra and into the Synergy programme on best practice to assure transformation is achieved Be a key leader and influencer into the strategic shape and approach of Synergy to ensure Defra's requirements are met. The role will need to build the strongest possible case for the Synergy programme and ensure that Defra's interests are represented. This role will report into Defra's Director General Delivery and Group Chief Operating Officer, with accountability to the Defra Synergy Programme Board and the Cluster Synergy Programme Board. Lead stakeholder engagement across Defra and it's ALB's and build effective senior delivery partnerships with the functional communities, other members of the cluster, HR, Finance, Commercial and Digital. There is a clear requirement to carry out horizon scanning to identify risks and issues that affect deliverability so the DSRO will need to to proactively build relationships and agree interventions to address emerging issues. Lead the financial management of the project, ensuring that funding where appropriate is bid for and budgets allocated either by Defra or Synergy are monitored as required Be accountable for project data. There is a requirement to use data insights for high level decision making ensuring risks, issues and opportunities are identified early and addressed strategically. The role requires a culture of data sharing to ensure that project teams utilise data and digital tools to track project progress and outcomes Lead the business change activities within Defra and work closely with the cluster to ensure business change experience is shared by cluster members. The role will also lead Defra representation in the Common Operating Model work. Aligning processes across the Departments and aligning Defra's operating model with those of the new Synergy Hub, which is being led by the DWP Essential: Experience of leading Transformation Programmes, developing a clear vision and setting standards. Evidence of understanding the role of change management and culture plays in major transformation programmes and the importance for benefit realisation. Experience of implementing change within functional areas (e.g Finance or HR) with an impact on technology or implementing ERP technologies. Experience of successfully working with a broad range of senior stakeholders and external partners, demonstrating the communications skills, impact and gravitas to effectively challenge assumptions and influence direction in a complex environment. Able to build consensus across a large and diverse group of stakeholders. Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of developing, leading and motivating large teams and driving a diverse and inclusive working culture. The ability to work with ambiguity, to manage conflict resolution and be personally resilient Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Managing Successful Programmes Advanced Practitioner, Desirable: Major Projects Leadership Academy (MPLA) (willing to work towards) Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Managing Successful Programmes Advanced Practitioner, APM Registered Project Professional PRINCE2 Practitioner Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Defra guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant Defra guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Oct 23, 2025
Contractor
On behalf of DEFRA, we are looking for a Departmental Senior Responsible Owner, Synergy Programme Inside IR35 for a 12 months contract based Hybrid with occasional travel to London, Bristol York Newcastle In the Defra group, we deal with a vast range of issues that profoundly impact on people's lives. We are responsible for England's environment, our countryside and rural economy, the food and farming sectors and have lead responsibility for protection from a wide range of natural threats and hazards. We have developed a set of three strategic objectives covering our policy outcomes and corporate objectives. These objectives help us to deliver our ambitious vision to build our green and healthy future and provide a framework for all the important work we carry out. Our objectives are: To pass on to the next generation a natural environment protected and enhanced for the future. To lead the world in food, farming, and fisheries with a sustainable model of food production. To be an outstanding organisation focused on making a difference, with world class delivery capability. CTC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As a Departmental Senior Responsible Owner, Synergy Programme, your main responsibilities will be to: Lead the Defra programme through design, build, implementation and hyper care, working with and in support of the Synergy programme to implement a new Shared Service Centre that includes new Cloud enabling technology with a single business process service. Lead plan and deliver business change within Defra to realise benefits. The role will need to build strategic partnerships between the internal functions of Defra (Finance, HR, Commercial and DDAT) and the Synergy Programme, providing expert knowledge to Defra and into the Synergy programme on best practice to assure transformation is achieved Be a key leader and influencer into the strategic shape and approach of Synergy to ensure Defra's requirements are met. The role will need to build the strongest possible case for the Synergy programme and ensure that Defra's interests are represented. This role will report into Defra's Director General Delivery and Group Chief Operating Officer, with accountability to the Defra Synergy Programme Board and the Cluster Synergy Programme Board. Lead stakeholder engagement across Defra and it's ALB's and build effective senior delivery partnerships with the functional communities, other members of the cluster, HR, Finance, Commercial and Digital. There is a clear requirement to carry out horizon scanning to identify risks and issues that affect deliverability so the DSRO will need to to proactively build relationships and agree interventions to address emerging issues. Lead the financial management of the project, ensuring that funding where appropriate is bid for and budgets allocated either by Defra or Synergy are monitored as required Be accountable for project data. There is a requirement to use data insights for high level decision making ensuring risks, issues and opportunities are identified early and addressed strategically. The role requires a culture of data sharing to ensure that project teams utilise data and digital tools to track project progress and outcomes Lead the business change activities within Defra and work closely with the cluster to ensure business change experience is shared by cluster members. The role will also lead Defra representation in the Common Operating Model work. Aligning processes across the Departments and aligning Defra's operating model with those of the new Synergy Hub, which is being led by the DWP Essential: Experience of leading Transformation Programmes, developing a clear vision and setting standards. Evidence of understanding the role of change management and culture plays in major transformation programmes and the importance for benefit realisation. Experience of implementing change within functional areas (e.g Finance or HR) with an impact on technology or implementing ERP technologies. Experience of successfully working with a broad range of senior stakeholders and external partners, demonstrating the communications skills, impact and gravitas to effectively challenge assumptions and influence direction in a complex environment. Able to build consensus across a large and diverse group of stakeholders. Strong people leadership skills, with a track record of developing, leading and motivating large teams and driving a diverse and inclusive working culture. The ability to work with ambiguity, to manage conflict resolution and be personally resilient Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Managing Successful Programmes Advanced Practitioner, Desirable: Major Projects Leadership Academy (MPLA) (willing to work towards) Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Managing Successful Programmes Advanced Practitioner, APM Registered Project Professional PRINCE2 Practitioner Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Defra guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant Defra guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
