My client is a reputable organisation with offices throughout Scotland. A rare job opportunity has become available for an experienced Paraplanner to join their busy Perth office. The business has performed highly and, following a period of expansion, requires additional Paraplanner support to their IFAs. In this role, you will be responsible for all technical aspects of supporting your adviser(s). A significant part of your time will involve writing reports, creating 'reasons why' letters, following up on client queries, and conducting market research on behalf of advisers prior to meetings. Your key duties will focus on your strengths and areas of interest to support your career and aspirations. To be considered, you must be an experienced Paraplanner with experience working within an IFA environment. You do not need to be diploma qualified but are expected to work towards this or have already undertaken exams. You should be a dynamic, hardworking, and committed individual with a focus on exceeding client expectations and contributing to the company's growth. In return, you will be offered an excellent salary, benefits, and bonus, along with the opportunity to work within this highly reputable firm. You will be part of a close-knit, supportive team and will receive full support for any further exams you wish to undertake. Please upload your CV to apply ASAP or contact Alison Curran to discuss this confidentially in more detail, as well as potentially other similar opportunities in the area.
Aug 07, 2025
Full time
My client is a reputable organisation with offices throughout Scotland. A rare job opportunity has become available for an experienced Paraplanner to join their busy Perth office. The business has performed highly and, following a period of expansion, requires additional Paraplanner support to their IFAs. In this role, you will be responsible for all technical aspects of supporting your adviser(s). A significant part of your time will involve writing reports, creating 'reasons why' letters, following up on client queries, and conducting market research on behalf of advisers prior to meetings. Your key duties will focus on your strengths and areas of interest to support your career and aspirations. To be considered, you must be an experienced Paraplanner with experience working within an IFA environment. You do not need to be diploma qualified but are expected to work towards this or have already undertaken exams. You should be a dynamic, hardworking, and committed individual with a focus on exceeding client expectations and contributing to the company's growth. In return, you will be offered an excellent salary, benefits, and bonus, along with the opportunity to work within this highly reputable firm. You will be part of a close-knit, supportive team and will receive full support for any further exams you wish to undertake. Please upload your CV to apply ASAP or contact Alison Curran to discuss this confidentially in more detail, as well as potentially other similar opportunities in the area.
Director of Software Engineering (Hands-On) We are working with a high global fintech, renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology. They are looking to recruit a hands-on Director of Software Engineering who will be a key hire as part of their expansion. You will lead and grow a nimble, high-performing engineering team delivering next-generation financial solutions. This is not a purely strategic or people-only leadership role, they need a technical leader who still writes, reviews, and reasons about code while mentoring and scaling strong teams. What You'll Do Lead 14-20 engineers as a player-coach Stay actively involved in architecture, code reviews, and tech strategy Build empowered, full-stack teams focused on lean, high-velocity delivery Shape agile practices and drive engineering excellence Collaborate with product and exec teams to build high-impact, customer-facing systems You Bring 5+ years in software leadership (1+ as a Director or above) A strong OOP background (Java, C#, or C++) Experience managing engineers and mentoring new leaders A passion for lean, pragmatic development, and rolling up your sleeves when needed Curiosity, humility, and a bias for simplicity and action Bonus Points Experience in Lean/Kanban environments Fintech or platform engineering background If you love the craft of engineering, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to lead by example, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape a world-class engineering culture.
Aug 07, 2025
Full time
Director of Software Engineering (Hands-On) We are working with a high global fintech, renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology. They are looking to recruit a hands-on Director of Software Engineering who will be a key hire as part of their expansion. You will lead and grow a nimble, high-performing engineering team delivering next-generation financial solutions. This is not a purely strategic or people-only leadership role, they need a technical leader who still writes, reviews, and reasons about code while mentoring and scaling strong teams. What You'll Do Lead 14-20 engineers as a player-coach Stay actively involved in architecture, code reviews, and tech strategy Build empowered, full-stack teams focused on lean, high-velocity delivery Shape agile practices and drive engineering excellence Collaborate with product and exec teams to build high-impact, customer-facing systems You Bring 5+ years in software leadership (1+ as a Director or above) A strong OOP background (Java, C#, or C++) Experience managing engineers and mentoring new leaders A passion for lean, pragmatic development, and rolling up your sleeves when needed Curiosity, humility, and a bias for simplicity and action Bonus Points Experience in Lean/Kanban environments Fintech or platform engineering background If you love the craft of engineering, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to lead by example, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape a world-class engineering culture.
An outstanding opportunity has arisen with our regional client for an experienced compliance, training and competency professional to join their management team. The position can be based anywhere in Scotland on a blend of home and office working (to be negotiated). Key responsibilities of the role will be managing the firm's IFA division in line with their T and C scheme, overseeing all aspects in line with ongoing FCA requirements. Duties will also include but not restricted to: Pre-approval of higher risk business files on a pro-active basis. Pre-approval of files, system management and continual improvement of final salary transfer process which is currently in place FCA reporting, returns and general updating of competency requirements Regular adviser T&C meetings with Key Performance Indicators being analysed and discussed Client observations with a view to enhancing IFA skill levels and checking individual competency levels Involvement in recruitment and training of any new IFA appointments Instigation of any additional new practices which can improve client outcomes, productivity, efficiency and corporate governance within the department Liaison with compliance services to ensure all documentation being used is correct and FCA / Provider updates are being adhered to Oversight of Investment Committee outcomes including engagement in due diligence process of products, providers and platforms being used The successful candidate will also have intricate knowledge of the provision of advice to clients in a compliant manner in line with legislation and as detailed in the firm's compliance manual and procedures. A broad base of compliance knowledge will be required as a minimum and a specific understanding/knowledge of the FCA conduct of business / rules is necessary for the role as it will include reporting of records, responding to FCA requests. Regular communication and reporting will be required to the firm's senior management team on a regular basis on all relevant training and competence compliance issues and an expectation to have up to date knowledge on all relevant product, legislative and technical changes. Complying with the relevant compliance, TCF, T&C, Senior Managers & Certification Regime, financial crime anti-money laundering, data security, anti-bribery, fraud and corruption, GDPR procedures of the firm at all times is imperative to the role. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 4) minimum and it is essential that you will already work within the Financial Sector with experience as a Training and Competency Officer at a minimum level to support existing requisite technical knowledge and qualification e.g. G60/AF3/AF with a preference for having worked within a wealth management firm. In return they are offering a highly attractive overall package, a rare opportunity to join their management team and add value from the outset - able to see where your contributions make a difference. To discuss in the strictest of confidence please get in touch with Alison Curran as soon as possible, ideally sharing a cv.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
An outstanding opportunity has arisen with our regional client for an experienced compliance, training and competency professional to join their management team. The position can be based anywhere in Scotland on a blend of home and office working (to be negotiated). Key responsibilities of the role will be managing the firm's IFA division in line with their T and C scheme, overseeing all aspects in line with ongoing FCA requirements. Duties will also include but not restricted to: Pre-approval of higher risk business files on a pro-active basis. Pre-approval of files, system management and continual improvement of final salary transfer process which is currently in place FCA reporting, returns and general updating of competency requirements Regular adviser T&C meetings with Key Performance Indicators being analysed and discussed Client observations with a view to enhancing IFA skill levels and checking individual competency levels Involvement in recruitment and training of any new IFA appointments Instigation of any additional new practices which can improve client outcomes, productivity, efficiency and corporate governance within the department Liaison with compliance services to ensure all documentation being used is correct and FCA / Provider updates are being adhered to Oversight of Investment Committee outcomes including engagement in due diligence process of products, providers and platforms being used The successful candidate will also have intricate knowledge of the provision of advice to clients in a compliant manner in line with legislation and as detailed in the firm's compliance manual and procedures. A broad base of compliance knowledge will be required as a minimum and a specific understanding/knowledge of the FCA conduct of business / rules is necessary for the role as it will include reporting of records, responding to FCA requests. Regular communication and reporting will be required to the firm's senior management team on a regular basis on all relevant training and competence compliance issues and an expectation to have up to date knowledge on all relevant product, legislative and technical changes. Complying with the relevant compliance, TCF, T&C, Senior Managers & Certification Regime, financial crime anti-money laundering, data security, anti-bribery, fraud and corruption, GDPR procedures of the firm at all times is imperative to the role. Candidates must hold a Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 4) minimum and it is essential that you will already work within the Financial Sector with experience as a Training and Competency Officer at a minimum level to support existing requisite technical knowledge and qualification e.g. G60/AF3/AF with a preference for having worked within a wealth management firm. In return they are offering a highly attractive overall package, a rare opportunity to join their management team and add value from the outset - able to see where your contributions make a difference. To discuss in the strictest of confidence please get in touch with Alison Curran as soon as possible, ideally sharing a cv.
A rare new vacancy for a Senior Group Risk/ Employee Benefits administrator to develop internally has become available with a well regarded practice who have a national presence. They are a leading organisation with an excellent reputation throughout the UK for providing first class service to clients across all of their wealth and employee benefits needs. The job can be based anywhere in the central belt within their Employee benefits team working alongside highly regarded consultants and advisers although they could also employ an experienced consultant. As standard they will be returning to a hybrid working model for their staff. Working within a tight team of focused professionals, you will provide support to the Employee Benefits consultants, being the first point of contact for their valued client base which continues to grow. With your excellent technical background and relationship management skills, you will work in partnership with your seniors to improve efficiency and service delivery to clients. To be successful in the role you will have previous corporate experience within an IFA office, Pensions Consultancy or In-house environment, dealing with all Employee Benefits/ Group Risk products and will be looking to further expand your knowledge within this field. Evidence and an ability to work as a part of a team is vital, as is a highly organised approach and having IT skills and software knowledge with a keen eye for detail. Exams not a pre requisite such as GR1 but preferred. The job will be suitable for candidates who have experience in the following areas: Group Risk Administration, Healthcare, PMI, Employee Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits Coordination and Pensions & Benefits Administration in DC either consultancy or an independent. In return you will be offered development and a rare opportunity to work with the industry's finest. Along with this you will gain a highly competitive basic, benefits package along with bonus and exam support. To be considered please apply in the initial instance or contact Alison Curran to have a confidential discussion.
Aug 06, 2025
Full time
A rare new vacancy for a Senior Group Risk/ Employee Benefits administrator to develop internally has become available with a well regarded practice who have a national presence. They are a leading organisation with an excellent reputation throughout the UK for providing first class service to clients across all of their wealth and employee benefits needs. The job can be based anywhere in the central belt within their Employee benefits team working alongside highly regarded consultants and advisers although they could also employ an experienced consultant. As standard they will be returning to a hybrid working model for their staff. Working within a tight team of focused professionals, you will provide support to the Employee Benefits consultants, being the first point of contact for their valued client base which continues to grow. With your excellent technical background and relationship management skills, you will work in partnership with your seniors to improve efficiency and service delivery to clients. To be successful in the role you will have previous corporate experience within an IFA office, Pensions Consultancy or In-house environment, dealing with all Employee Benefits/ Group Risk products and will be looking to further expand your knowledge within this field. Evidence and an ability to work as a part of a team is vital, as is a highly organised approach and having IT skills and software knowledge with a keen eye for detail. Exams not a pre requisite such as GR1 but preferred. The job will be suitable for candidates who have experience in the following areas: Group Risk Administration, Healthcare, PMI, Employee Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits Coordination and Pensions & Benefits Administration in DC either consultancy or an independent. In return you will be offered development and a rare opportunity to work with the industry's finest. Along with this you will gain a highly competitive basic, benefits package along with bonus and exam support. To be considered please apply in the initial instance or contact Alison Curran to have a confidential discussion.
My client is a leading pensions firm currently recruiting for multiple defined benefit pension administrators at all levels. The roles are based in Edinburgh or Glasgow and involve working hybrid to manage a portfolio of DB schemes. There is potential for development within other teams, including trustee and consulting roles. The successful candidates will be essential team members, managing their own set of DB/DC schemes. Prior technical experience in defined benefit, final salary pensions, or DC schemes is essential. Some client management experience within pensions is also required. Professional qualifications such as progress towards PMI are desirable but not mandatory. You will work with clients managing a mix of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. A thorough understanding of cradle-to-grave pensions administration, scheme rules, current legislation, and project management is necessary. There may be opportunities for client-facing work as your experience grows. An excellent salary and benefits package are offered. Joining this growing company provides long-term career opportunities within a supportive, close-knit team.
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
My client is a leading pensions firm currently recruiting for multiple defined benefit pension administrators at all levels. The roles are based in Edinburgh or Glasgow and involve working hybrid to manage a portfolio of DB schemes. There is potential for development within other teams, including trustee and consulting roles. The successful candidates will be essential team members, managing their own set of DB/DC schemes. Prior technical experience in defined benefit, final salary pensions, or DC schemes is essential. Some client management experience within pensions is also required. Professional qualifications such as progress towards PMI are desirable but not mandatory. You will work with clients managing a mix of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. A thorough understanding of cradle-to-grave pensions administration, scheme rules, current legislation, and project management is necessary. There may be opportunities for client-facing work as your experience grows. An excellent salary and benefits package are offered. Joining this growing company provides long-term career opportunities within a supportive, close-knit team.
Principal Network Engineer - Shape the Future of Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure Are you ready to take the lead in shaping and securing cutting-edge hybrid cloud infrastructure? We are on the hunt for a Principal Network Engineer who thrives in dynamic environments, takes ownership of outcomes, and excels at building scalable, secure, and highly available systems. You'll join a forward-thinking team embracing a hybrid multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises ecosystem. This is your opportunity to drive modernisation, steer architecture, and be a hands-on force across infrastructure, automation, observability, and security. What You'll Do Architect and build modern hosting environments from the ground up, with a focus on observability, security, and infrastructure-as-code. Lead infrastructure design & technical direction , mentoring and guiding junior engineers along the way. Take ownership of network operations , including switching, routing, firewalls, wireless, VPN, compute, and storage. Support and transform legacy infrastructure , migrating systems to a cloud-first, automation-driven model. Partner with DevOps, TechOps, InfoSec, and Engineering teams to ensure systems are resilient, scalable, and secure . Play a key role in disaster recovery planning , capacity management , and incident response . Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies that drive business value and operational efficiency . What You Bring 10+ years in enterprise-level system/network design and support . Deep expertise in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid environments. Proven experience with: Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama Juniper switching and routing VXLAN , EVPN , OSPF , BGP Enterprise Wi-Fi , NAC, VPNs, and RADIUS/LDAP auth Linux/Windows , Infrastructure-as-Code (Ansible, Terraform), and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills. A proactive mindset with a bias for action , always looking to improve performance, security, and resilience. Bonus Points Certifications: PCNSE, JNCIP/JNCIE, AWS/Azure certs, CCSP, ITIL Experience with monitoring, forensic investigation tools, and configuration management (Chef, Puppet, Ansible) Familiarity with agile or DevSecOps environments Why This Role? Hands-on, high-impact: You're not just designing-you're building, mentoring, and evolving the infrastructure. Forward-looking tech stack: Embrace modern cloud, automation, and network security technologies. Hybrid flexibility: Work in a collaborative, adaptable environment that values innovation and ownership. Lead the change: Help drive the transformation from legacy to modern platforms across global infrastructure. If you're a technical leader who thrives on challenge, complexity, and continuous improvement- we want to hear from you . Apply now and help us build the resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure of tomorrow.
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
Principal Network Engineer - Shape the Future of Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure Are you ready to take the lead in shaping and securing cutting-edge hybrid cloud infrastructure? We are on the hunt for a Principal Network Engineer who thrives in dynamic environments, takes ownership of outcomes, and excels at building scalable, secure, and highly available systems. You'll join a forward-thinking team embracing a hybrid multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises ecosystem. This is your opportunity to drive modernisation, steer architecture, and be a hands-on force across infrastructure, automation, observability, and security. What You'll Do Architect and build modern hosting environments from the ground up, with a focus on observability, security, and infrastructure-as-code. Lead infrastructure design & technical direction , mentoring and guiding junior engineers along the way. Take ownership of network operations , including switching, routing, firewalls, wireless, VPN, compute, and storage. Support and transform legacy infrastructure , migrating systems to a cloud-first, automation-driven model. Partner with DevOps, TechOps, InfoSec, and Engineering teams to ensure systems are resilient, scalable, and secure . Play a key role in disaster recovery planning , capacity management , and incident response . Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies that drive business value and operational efficiency . What You Bring 10+ years in enterprise-level system/network design and support . Deep expertise in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid environments. Proven experience with: Palo Alto firewalls and Panorama Juniper switching and routing VXLAN , EVPN , OSPF , BGP Enterprise Wi-Fi , NAC, VPNs, and RADIUS/LDAP auth Linux/Windows , Infrastructure-as-Code (Ansible, Terraform), and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills. A proactive mindset with a bias for action , always looking to improve performance, security, and resilience. Bonus Points Certifications: PCNSE, JNCIP/JNCIE, AWS/Azure certs, CCSP, ITIL Experience with monitoring, forensic investigation tools, and configuration management (Chef, Puppet, Ansible) Familiarity with agile or DevSecOps environments Why This Role? Hands-on, high-impact: You're not just designing-you're building, mentoring, and evolving the infrastructure. Forward-looking tech stack: Embrace modern cloud, automation, and network security technologies. Hybrid flexibility: Work in a collaborative, adaptable environment that values innovation and ownership. Lead the change: Help drive the transformation from legacy to modern platforms across global infrastructure. If you're a technical leader who thrives on challenge, complexity, and continuous improvement- we want to hear from you . Apply now and help us build the resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure of tomorrow.
Join a High-Growth Global Fintech as a Senior or Principal DevOps Engineer Location: Remote Type: Full-time Level: Senior / Principal Are you ready to shape the DevOps culture at a company where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your work has visible impact? We are working with a high-growth global fintech , renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology . As they expand their merchant-first ecosystem, they're looking for experienced, curious, and accountable engineers to scale DevOps with clarity, precision, and purpose. We're hiring Senior and Principal DevOps Engineers to lead from the front-designing, building, and owning the next generation of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment tooling that power complex hybrid infrastructure across both on-prem and multi-cloud platforms. Why Join? Autonomy with purpose - This fintech is outcome-driven, not process-bound. You'll have real ownership and the freedom to innovate within small, empowered teams. Grow your craft - Explore new tools and techniques, learn from seasoned engineers, and mentor others along the way. Solve real-world problems - You won't be buried in buzzwords. You'll be building critical systems and tools to deliver value in a demanding enterprise-grade environment. What You'll Do: Architect and implement scalable CI/CD pipelines with IaC at their core Standardize and evolve a DevOps toolchain (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab, Artifactory, Docker, etc.) Drive automation, eliminate manual steps, and embed security and quality into every deployment Provide hands-on technical leadership (especially at the Principal level)-mentoring, whiteboarding, and influencing cross-functional delivery Shape DevOps practices in a hybrid environment (on-prem + cloud) with real-world constraints and enterprise complexity Troubleshoot systems across application and platform layers and ensure secure, reliable release pipelines What We're Looking For: This team isn't hiring job titles-they're looking for real-world, deep DevOps experience : 6+ years (Senior) / 8+ years (Principal) in DevOps, with a strong grasp of the full delivery lifecycle Proven use of Terraform , Ansible , Docker , and CI/CD tooling in production-beyond tutorials and basic scripts Experience in hybrid environments (not just cloud-native)-you've automated for both on-prem and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Track record of owning delivery , not just executing tickets-especially critical at the Principal level Strong communication skills-you can diagram systems, explain decisions, and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams You think like a systems engineer-structured, thoughtful, and always pushing for better ways to build and ship software Bonus Points If You Have: Experience with configuration and orchestration tools (Packer, Chef, Puppet, Rundeck) Hands-on knowledge of monitoring stacks (Elastic, Splunk) Familiarity with networking , security , and release governance in enterprise environments This is your chance to bring your depth, curiosity, and leadership to a company building at scale-with real systems, real problems, and real influence.
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
Join a High-Growth Global Fintech as a Senior or Principal DevOps Engineer Location: Remote Type: Full-time Level: Senior / Principal Are you ready to shape the DevOps culture at a company where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and your work has visible impact? We are working with a high-growth global fintech , renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology . As they expand their merchant-first ecosystem, they're looking for experienced, curious, and accountable engineers to scale DevOps with clarity, precision, and purpose. We're hiring Senior and Principal DevOps Engineers to lead from the front-designing, building, and owning the next generation of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment tooling that power complex hybrid infrastructure across both on-prem and multi-cloud platforms. Why Join? Autonomy with purpose - This fintech is outcome-driven, not process-bound. You'll have real ownership and the freedom to innovate within small, empowered teams. Grow your craft - Explore new tools and techniques, learn from seasoned engineers, and mentor others along the way. Solve real-world problems - You won't be buried in buzzwords. You'll be building critical systems and tools to deliver value in a demanding enterprise-grade environment. What You'll Do: Architect and implement scalable CI/CD pipelines with IaC at their core Standardize and evolve a DevOps toolchain (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab, Artifactory, Docker, etc.) Drive automation, eliminate manual steps, and embed security and quality into every deployment Provide hands-on technical leadership (especially at the Principal level)-mentoring, whiteboarding, and influencing cross-functional delivery Shape DevOps practices in a hybrid environment (on-prem + cloud) with real-world constraints and enterprise complexity Troubleshoot systems across application and platform layers and ensure secure, reliable release pipelines What We're Looking For: This team isn't hiring job titles-they're looking for real-world, deep DevOps experience : 6+ years (Senior) / 8+ years (Principal) in DevOps, with a strong grasp of the full delivery lifecycle Proven use of Terraform , Ansible , Docker , and CI/CD tooling in production-beyond tutorials and basic scripts Experience in hybrid environments (not just cloud-native)-you've automated for both on-prem and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Track record of owning delivery , not just executing tickets-especially critical at the Principal level Strong communication skills-you can diagram systems, explain decisions, and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams You think like a systems engineer-structured, thoughtful, and always pushing for better ways to build and ship software Bonus Points If You Have: Experience with configuration and orchestration tools (Packer, Chef, Puppet, Rundeck) Hands-on knowledge of monitoring stacks (Elastic, Splunk) Familiarity with networking , security , and release governance in enterprise environments This is your chance to bring your depth, curiosity, and leadership to a company building at scale-with real systems, real problems, and real influence.
Software Architect Join a High-Growth Global Fintech, Renowned for Delivering World-Class Payments Technology Are you ready to help architect the next generation of payments technology at a fast-scaling, global fintech? This high-growth global fintech is known for delivering world-class payments-related software and infrastructure. Their mission is to power the merchant-first ecosystem of tomorrow-responsibly, radically, and relentlessly. They believe in small, empowered teams with big impact. They believe in outcomes over outputs. And most importantly, they believe that ambitious technologists like you can help shape the future of commerce. What Drives Them Small Teams. Big Impact. They keep things lean. They give their teams the autonomy, tools, and clarity they need-and then let them do what they do best. No red tape. No unnecessary processes. Grow, Evolve, Thrive. They're obsessed with learning. Whether it's trying out new ideas, mastering your stack, or solving hard problems with creative engineering, this is a place where you'll constantly grow. Solving Real Problems for Real People. They don't build tech for the sake of it. They build elegant, scalable solutions that solve real-world problems for merchants around the globe-and they do it together. The Role As the Software Architect , you'll be the technical force behind the architecture of their cutting-edge API, switch, and gateway platforms. You'll play a pivotal role in designing infrastructure that supports real-time payment capabilities across their extensive network, while steering their technology vision and aligning it with broader business strategy. ? What You'll Do Set and evolve their technical direction with a pragmatic, value-driven mindset. Own and maintain the enterprise architecture vision and technology roadmap. Lead architectural strategy and decision-making across their high-performance systems. Define architecture principles, patterns, and standards-and coach others to follow them. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure technology aligns with business goals. Advocate for scalable, secure, and performant design solutions. Stay ahead of emerging tech trends and guide build vs. buy decisions. Be hands-on-contribute to code, architecture reviews, and strategic planning. ? What You Bring 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and full-stack development. Strong background with .NET, Java, or similar language(s). Deep knowledge of SaaS and API platforms, preferably in the payments domain. Proficiency in modern front-end and back-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, SQL, middleware, caching, system integration). Skilled at identifying architectural bottlenecks and driving improvements. Strong communicator and collaborator-comfortable engaging at all levels. Strategic thinker with a bias for action and experimentation. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and thriving in fast-paced environments. Bonus Points Payments industry experience. Background in large-scale systems and real-time architecture. A passion for elegant solutions and clean abstractions. Why Join Them? Impact at Scale : Be part of a company powering thousands of businesses worldwide. Innovation-Focused Culture : Bring ideas to life in a company that values experimentation and curiosity. Career Growth : Grow as a technologist, leader, and architect. Global Reach, Startup Energy : Best of both worlds-big vision, agile teams. Ready to build the future of fintech? Apply now and join a team that's transforming global commerce through world-class technology.
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
Software Architect Join a High-Growth Global Fintech, Renowned for Delivering World-Class Payments Technology Are you ready to help architect the next generation of payments technology at a fast-scaling, global fintech? This high-growth global fintech is known for delivering world-class payments-related software and infrastructure. Their mission is to power the merchant-first ecosystem of tomorrow-responsibly, radically, and relentlessly. They believe in small, empowered teams with big impact. They believe in outcomes over outputs. And most importantly, they believe that ambitious technologists like you can help shape the future of commerce. What Drives Them Small Teams. Big Impact. They keep things lean. They give their teams the autonomy, tools, and clarity they need-and then let them do what they do best. No red tape. No unnecessary processes. Grow, Evolve, Thrive. They're obsessed with learning. Whether it's trying out new ideas, mastering your stack, or solving hard problems with creative engineering, this is a place where you'll constantly grow. Solving Real Problems for Real People. They don't build tech for the sake of it. They build elegant, scalable solutions that solve real-world problems for merchants around the globe-and they do it together. The Role As the Software Architect , you'll be the technical force behind the architecture of their cutting-edge API, switch, and gateway platforms. You'll play a pivotal role in designing infrastructure that supports real-time payment capabilities across their extensive network, while steering their technology vision and aligning it with broader business strategy. ? What You'll Do Set and evolve their technical direction with a pragmatic, value-driven mindset. Own and maintain the enterprise architecture vision and technology roadmap. Lead architectural strategy and decision-making across their high-performance systems. Define architecture principles, patterns, and standards-and coach others to follow them. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure technology aligns with business goals. Advocate for scalable, secure, and performant design solutions. Stay ahead of emerging tech trends and guide build vs. buy decisions. Be hands-on-contribute to code, architecture reviews, and strategic planning. ? What You Bring 10+ years of experience in enterprise architecture and full-stack development. Strong background with .NET, Java, or similar language(s). Deep knowledge of SaaS and API platforms, preferably in the payments domain. Proficiency in modern front-end and back-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, SQL, middleware, caching, system integration). Skilled at identifying architectural bottlenecks and driving improvements. Strong communicator and collaborator-comfortable engaging at all levels. Strategic thinker with a bias for action and experimentation. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and thriving in fast-paced environments. Bonus Points Payments industry experience. Background in large-scale systems and real-time architecture. A passion for elegant solutions and clean abstractions. Why Join Them? Impact at Scale : Be part of a company powering thousands of businesses worldwide. Innovation-Focused Culture : Bring ideas to life in a company that values experimentation and curiosity. Career Growth : Grow as a technologist, leader, and architect. Global Reach, Startup Energy : Best of both worlds-big vision, agile teams. Ready to build the future of fintech? Apply now and join a team that's transforming global commerce through world-class technology.
Depute Chief Officer (Strategy, Innovation and Best Value) Contract Status: Temporary, up to 3 years GCC Salary: Grade 12 LDR4b, £120,128.40 - £132,725.93, Hours per week: 35 NHS Salary: Grade Band 9, £122,736 - £128,051, Hours per week: 37 Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is seeking to appoint an exceptional individual to the role of Depute Chief Officer - Strategy, Innovation and Best Value. This is a senior leadership position, operating with delegated authority from the Chief Officer, and is central to the delivery of a wide-ranging reform agenda across the Partnership. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and embedding the core principles of best value and evidence-informed decision making. This will include leading strategic planning, determining resource requirements, setting core objectives and performance targets, and establishing robust oversight arrangements to ensure the delivery of key strategic aims. A critical aspect of the role will be the development and implementation of whole-system performance improvement frameworks aligned to strategic priorities. The postholder will ensure that appropriate data reporting and measurement systems are in place to support continuous improvement and accountability. The role demands extensive engagement with partners and the Integration Joint Board (IJB), as well as effective communication with the public. The postholder will be expected to articulate a compelling vision for an improved and sustainable HSCP, capable of responding to the emerging challenges of the future. Reporting directly to the Chief Officer and accountable to the IJB, the Depute Chief Officer - Strategy, Innovation and Best Value will provide strategic leadership for planning and project management across delegated services. The postholder will be expected to develop a financially-informed vision for HSCP services, setting realistic expectations and priorities for 2026 and beyond, within the context of projected financial and demographic pressures. A key responsibility will be to lead the strategic development of the HSCP's single point of access, ensuring it is aligned with IJB priorities and underpinned by modern, strength-based IT platforms. This will include the establishment of clear performance targets and outcomes, and the integration of best value principles into all aspects of service delivery. The successful candidate will also be responsible for shaping a contemporary narrative for public messaging and stakeholder engagement. This will involve ensuring that strategic planning arrangements are in place to support meaningful consultation with key stakeholders, including the citizens of Glasgow. The role requires a high level of strategic foresight, with responsibility for time-critical project planning that supports the long-term sustainability of the HSCP. This must be achieved within the context of financial planning, policy development, and legislative requirements, while maintaining a clear focus on protecting the most vulnerable members of the community. The postholder will be expected to mobilise the HSCP workforce and the IJB at pace, demonstrating strong, visible leadership and the ability to influence and inspire. This will be underpinned by advanced skills in critical thinking and data analysis. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of health and social care in Glasgow. We welcome applications from individuals with a proven track record of strategic leadership, innovation, and partnership working in complex public service environments. This is an integrated position as part of the HSCP, the successful applicant may choose to be appointed to the post under the terms and conditions of either Glasgow City Council or NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended). Recruitment to this role is being supported by Eden Scott. Applicants are invited to contact Eden Scott in the first instance for further information about this role. Contact: Sarah Gracie, Associate Director on or via email For further information see Close Date - 17/8/25 Assessment Centre - w/c 25/8/25 Panel Interview - w/c 1/9/25
Aug 05, 2025
Full time
Depute Chief Officer (Strategy, Innovation and Best Value) Contract Status: Temporary, up to 3 years GCC Salary: Grade 12 LDR4b, £120,128.40 - £132,725.93, Hours per week: 35 NHS Salary: Grade Band 9, £122,736 - £128,051, Hours per week: 37 Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is seeking to appoint an exceptional individual to the role of Depute Chief Officer - Strategy, Innovation and Best Value. This is a senior leadership position, operating with delegated authority from the Chief Officer, and is central to the delivery of a wide-ranging reform agenda across the Partnership. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and embedding the core principles of best value and evidence-informed decision making. This will include leading strategic planning, determining resource requirements, setting core objectives and performance targets, and establishing robust oversight arrangements to ensure the delivery of key strategic aims. A critical aspect of the role will be the development and implementation of whole-system performance improvement frameworks aligned to strategic priorities. The postholder will ensure that appropriate data reporting and measurement systems are in place to support continuous improvement and accountability. The role demands extensive engagement with partners and the Integration Joint Board (IJB), as well as effective communication with the public. The postholder will be expected to articulate a compelling vision for an improved and sustainable HSCP, capable of responding to the emerging challenges of the future. Reporting directly to the Chief Officer and accountable to the IJB, the Depute Chief Officer - Strategy, Innovation and Best Value will provide strategic leadership for planning and project management across delegated services. The postholder will be expected to develop a financially-informed vision for HSCP services, setting realistic expectations and priorities for 2026 and beyond, within the context of projected financial and demographic pressures. A key responsibility will be to lead the strategic development of the HSCP's single point of access, ensuring it is aligned with IJB priorities and underpinned by modern, strength-based IT platforms. This will include the establishment of clear performance targets and outcomes, and the integration of best value principles into all aspects of service delivery. The successful candidate will also be responsible for shaping a contemporary narrative for public messaging and stakeholder engagement. This will involve ensuring that strategic planning arrangements are in place to support meaningful consultation with key stakeholders, including the citizens of Glasgow. The role requires a high level of strategic foresight, with responsibility for time-critical project planning that supports the long-term sustainability of the HSCP. This must be achieved within the context of financial planning, policy development, and legislative requirements, while maintaining a clear focus on protecting the most vulnerable members of the community. The postholder will be expected to mobilise the HSCP workforce and the IJB at pace, demonstrating strong, visible leadership and the ability to influence and inspire. This will be underpinned by advanced skills in critical thinking and data analysis. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of health and social care in Glasgow. We welcome applications from individuals with a proven track record of strategic leadership, innovation, and partnership working in complex public service environments. This is an integrated position as part of the HSCP, the successful applicant may choose to be appointed to the post under the terms and conditions of either Glasgow City Council or NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended). Recruitment to this role is being supported by Eden Scott. Applicants are invited to contact Eden Scott in the first instance for further information about this role. Contact: Sarah Gracie, Associate Director on or via email For further information see Close Date - 17/8/25 Assessment Centre - w/c 25/8/25 Panel Interview - w/c 1/9/25
Social network you want to login/join with: Senior IFA Administrator / Trainee Paraplanner, Glasgow Client: Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 405896e0b7d4 Job Views: 7 Posted: 04.06.2025 Expiry Date: 19.07.2025 Job Description: My client is a highly reputable and well-regarded IFA practice in Glasgow. A new and exciting job opportunity for an experienced Sales Support Administrator to join a busy and growing IFA practice has become available. This is an excellent opportunity if you are already working as an IFA support individual and are looking to progress your career. Duties will include day-to-day administration such as processing applications, chasing outstanding information, dealing with external companies, and assisting the Paraplanner closely. You will also be responsible for the day-to-day running of the office alongside other staff members, being very involved with clients. Other duties include maintaining client info using back-office systems, commission and fee reconciliations, and inputting client data onto Standard Life and Old Mutual platforms. Ideally, you will already have financial exams passed, and you will be encouraged to progress toward Diploma status as this role will progress to a Paraplanning role in the future. You will have experience of the above and be a quick-thinking and dynamic individual able and confident to work on the front face of the business and able to manage high workloads, prioritize, and multitask to an excellent standard. In return, you will be given a rare role to be a valued part of the practice and also have a competitive basic and all-round package. The team is warm, and it is a friendly yet professional office to work with.
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
Social network you want to login/join with: Senior IFA Administrator / Trainee Paraplanner, Glasgow Client: Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 405896e0b7d4 Job Views: 7 Posted: 04.06.2025 Expiry Date: 19.07.2025 Job Description: My client is a highly reputable and well-regarded IFA practice in Glasgow. A new and exciting job opportunity for an experienced Sales Support Administrator to join a busy and growing IFA practice has become available. This is an excellent opportunity if you are already working as an IFA support individual and are looking to progress your career. Duties will include day-to-day administration such as processing applications, chasing outstanding information, dealing with external companies, and assisting the Paraplanner closely. You will also be responsible for the day-to-day running of the office alongside other staff members, being very involved with clients. Other duties include maintaining client info using back-office systems, commission and fee reconciliations, and inputting client data onto Standard Life and Old Mutual platforms. Ideally, you will already have financial exams passed, and you will be encouraged to progress toward Diploma status as this role will progress to a Paraplanning role in the future. You will have experience of the above and be a quick-thinking and dynamic individual able and confident to work on the front face of the business and able to manage high workloads, prioritize, and multitask to an excellent standard. In return, you will be given a rare role to be a valued part of the practice and also have a competitive basic and all-round package. The team is warm, and it is a friendly yet professional office to work with.
A rare new opportunity has arisen with our award winning, leading pensions and actuarial consultancy and they are recruiting for a Pension Consultant to work at the forefront of the team. This is a first class and rare opportunity for either an experienced consultant to work with an industry leader, or someone with a strong grounding in technical work to make the next step in their career from admin to consultancy. This job being available is due to steady new business wins and the successful applicant will be in a client facing role. Previous technical senior defined benefit pensions experience is essential, in addition to experience in client management within pensions. Professional qualifications such as PMI are desirable, but not essential. You will be working with clients who have a mixture of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. Technical knowledge of cradle to grave pensions administration is required, a thorough understand of scheme rules and current legislation, an ability to demonstrate and communicate your knowledge clearly and concisely. On a daily basis you will be managing a portfolio of clients and be liaising with Trustees, Actuaries and external parties on a daily basis to exceed their expectations and go the extra mile, working as a true ambassador for the business. The role is vital to the success of the team and your impact and daily duties will instantly add value. An excellent basic salary is on offer for the successful candidate, plus an award winning benefits package. You will be joining a growing company, with long term opportunities in successful, close knit team in Glasgow but part of a national set up with some of the industry's best. Remote/hybrid work available. If this opportunity is of interest to you and you have the DB or final salary pensions experience, including client contact, then please get in touch to Alison Curran on by submitting your cv for review and a confidential discussion about this and potentially other roles also available.
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
A rare new opportunity has arisen with our award winning, leading pensions and actuarial consultancy and they are recruiting for a Pension Consultant to work at the forefront of the team. This is a first class and rare opportunity for either an experienced consultant to work with an industry leader, or someone with a strong grounding in technical work to make the next step in their career from admin to consultancy. This job being available is due to steady new business wins and the successful applicant will be in a client facing role. Previous technical senior defined benefit pensions experience is essential, in addition to experience in client management within pensions. Professional qualifications such as PMI are desirable, but not essential. You will be working with clients who have a mixture of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. Technical knowledge of cradle to grave pensions administration is required, a thorough understand of scheme rules and current legislation, an ability to demonstrate and communicate your knowledge clearly and concisely. On a daily basis you will be managing a portfolio of clients and be liaising with Trustees, Actuaries and external parties on a daily basis to exceed their expectations and go the extra mile, working as a true ambassador for the business. The role is vital to the success of the team and your impact and daily duties will instantly add value. An excellent basic salary is on offer for the successful candidate, plus an award winning benefits package. You will be joining a growing company, with long term opportunities in successful, close knit team in Glasgow but part of a national set up with some of the industry's best. Remote/hybrid work available. If this opportunity is of interest to you and you have the DB or final salary pensions experience, including client contact, then please get in touch to Alison Curran on by submitting your cv for review and a confidential discussion about this and potentially other roles also available.
An excellent new job vacancy has become available in the centre of Glasgow. My client is a leading pensions consultancy and they are recruiting for a Pensions Project Consultant to work at the forefront of the team. This is a first-class and rare opportunity for either an experienced Consultant to work with an industry leader, or someone with a strong grounding in technical project work to make the next step in their career from admin to consultancy. This role is available due to steady new business wins, and the successful applicant will have a client-facing role. Previous technical senior defined benefit pensions experience is essential, along with experience in client management within pensions. Professional qualifications such as PMI are desirable but not essential. You will be working with clients managing a mixture of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. Technical knowledge of cradle-to-grave pensions administration is required, along with a thorough understanding of scheme rules and current legislation. You should be able to demonstrate and communicate your knowledge clearly and concisely. On a daily basis, you will manage a portfolio of clients, liaise with trustees, actuaries, and external parties to exceed expectations, and work as a true ambassador for the business. Your impact and daily duties will add immediate value. An excellent basic salary is on offer, along with an award-winning benefits package. You will join a growing company with long-term opportunities within a successful, close-knit team in Glasgow, part of a national setup with some of the industry's best. Remote/hybrid work options are available. If this opportunity interests you and you have DB or final salary pensions experience, including client contact, please contact Alison Curran by submitting your CV for review. A confidential discussion about this and other roles is also available.
Jul 24, 2025
Full time
An excellent new job vacancy has become available in the centre of Glasgow. My client is a leading pensions consultancy and they are recruiting for a Pensions Project Consultant to work at the forefront of the team. This is a first-class and rare opportunity for either an experienced Consultant to work with an industry leader, or someone with a strong grounding in technical project work to make the next step in their career from admin to consultancy. This role is available due to steady new business wins, and the successful applicant will have a client-facing role. Previous technical senior defined benefit pensions experience is essential, along with experience in client management within pensions. Professional qualifications such as PMI are desirable but not essential. You will be working with clients managing a mixture of defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes. Technical knowledge of cradle-to-grave pensions administration is required, along with a thorough understanding of scheme rules and current legislation. You should be able to demonstrate and communicate your knowledge clearly and concisely. On a daily basis, you will manage a portfolio of clients, liaise with trustees, actuaries, and external parties to exceed expectations, and work as a true ambassador for the business. Your impact and daily duties will add immediate value. An excellent basic salary is on offer, along with an award-winning benefits package. You will join a growing company with long-term opportunities within a successful, close-knit team in Glasgow, part of a national setup with some of the industry's best. Remote/hybrid work options are available. If this opportunity interests you and you have DB or final salary pensions experience, including client contact, please contact Alison Curran by submitting your CV for review. A confidential discussion about this and other roles is also available.
Director of Finance & Corporate Services The Scottish Qualifications Authority has a vacancy for its Director of Finance. SQA is the national accreditation and awarding body, and is at the heart of the education and training system in Scotland. We help people to realise their potential and to achieve their ambitions, and through this to benefit the economy, wider society, and the nation as a whole, by providing a wide range of high quality, internationally recognised qualifications and associated services. We work with schools, colleges, universities, industry, and government, and strive to ensure that qualifications are inclusive and accessible to all, they recognise the achievements of learners and provide clear pathways to further learning or employment. SQA plays a crucial role in ensuring that the skills, training, and education systems in Scotland are effective, and is acutely aware of its responsibility to uphold both the accessibility and the credibility of Scotland's qualifications system. As an Executive Non Departmental Public Body (NDPB), it underpins key public policy areas, such as widening participation, narrowing the attainment gap, and providing the people and businesses of Scotland with the skills that they need for the future. The role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Executive Management Team, you will provide financial and strategic leadership to the organisation. This includes giving assurance to the Accountable Officer and the Board of Management on the stewardship of public funds and procurement activity. You will play a key role in the strategic development and direction of the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: Overall responsibility for leading a well organised, skilled and motivated Finance directorate (approximately 39 staff supported by 3 direct reports). Provide effective leadership to Finance and Procurement teams and ensure that people, resources and expertise are developed appropriately to support SQA's strategic goals. Provide strategic oversight in the procurement and sourcing function to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and implement best business practices to maximise value to SQA. Lead both short-term and long-term budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes in line with the business plan. Ensure that SQA delivers its annual budget in line with Scottish Government's expectations and funding allocation. Work with all areas of the business to identify commercially astute opportunities for SQA that will contribute towards a sustainable financial model for the organisation. Design, implement and maintain robust financial systems and controls ensuring integrity of all systems. Provide assurance to the Chief Executive and Board on SQA's compliance with all relevant legal, audit and regulatory requirements. Work with Scottish Government to ensure an understanding of the requirements for the development of a sustainable financial model for the organisation. What you'll need to succeed As a member of the Executive Management team you will be both a role model of the organisation's values - Trusted, Enabling and Progressive and a leader in our values-led programme. The ideal candidate will, as a minimum, be educated Degree level (SCQF level 9) and be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB) with experience of operating at Executive level, ideally within the public sector. You will ideally have previous experience of successfully managing relationships within the public sector, including Government, and be able to demonstrate an understanding of both the Public Sector Procurement process and of public sector financial management controls. The ideal candidate will also: Possess experience of leading and delivering organisational change. Demonstrate commercial acumen and possess outstanding communication skills with people at all levels, and articulate the bigger picture in ways that are meaningful and engaging for all stakeholders. Actively demonstrate values-led leadership behaviours, and maintain a level of comfort and confidence in leadership in conflict situations and challenging circumstances. Possess experience of working with and over-coming business challenges and financial constraints. Highly developed persuading and influencing skills. Be decisive, adaptable and able to manage business pressures. Have the ability to maintain a strategic focus whilst managing business as usual operations. What you'll get in return The opportunity to be part of the Executive Management Team, led by the Chief Executive, contributing to the strategic development and direction of this internationally recognised, high profile organisation. The opportunity to support the implementation of the corporate plan that will take SQA into a new organisation. An excellent salary and benefits package including a generous pension and holiday entitlement. The role can be based in either SQA offices in Glasgow city centre or Dalkeith near Edinburgh with regular travel to the other. To apply please contact Sarah Gracie at Eden Scott Recruitment
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
Director of Finance & Corporate Services The Scottish Qualifications Authority has a vacancy for its Director of Finance. SQA is the national accreditation and awarding body, and is at the heart of the education and training system in Scotland. We help people to realise their potential and to achieve their ambitions, and through this to benefit the economy, wider society, and the nation as a whole, by providing a wide range of high quality, internationally recognised qualifications and associated services. We work with schools, colleges, universities, industry, and government, and strive to ensure that qualifications are inclusive and accessible to all, they recognise the achievements of learners and provide clear pathways to further learning or employment. SQA plays a crucial role in ensuring that the skills, training, and education systems in Scotland are effective, and is acutely aware of its responsibility to uphold both the accessibility and the credibility of Scotland's qualifications system. As an Executive Non Departmental Public Body (NDPB), it underpins key public policy areas, such as widening participation, narrowing the attainment gap, and providing the people and businesses of Scotland with the skills that they need for the future. The role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Executive Management Team, you will provide financial and strategic leadership to the organisation. This includes giving assurance to the Accountable Officer and the Board of Management on the stewardship of public funds and procurement activity. You will play a key role in the strategic development and direction of the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: Overall responsibility for leading a well organised, skilled and motivated Finance directorate (approximately 39 staff supported by 3 direct reports). Provide effective leadership to Finance and Procurement teams and ensure that people, resources and expertise are developed appropriately to support SQA's strategic goals. Provide strategic oversight in the procurement and sourcing function to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and implement best business practices to maximise value to SQA. Lead both short-term and long-term budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes in line with the business plan. Ensure that SQA delivers its annual budget in line with Scottish Government's expectations and funding allocation. Work with all areas of the business to identify commercially astute opportunities for SQA that will contribute towards a sustainable financial model for the organisation. Design, implement and maintain robust financial systems and controls ensuring integrity of all systems. Provide assurance to the Chief Executive and Board on SQA's compliance with all relevant legal, audit and regulatory requirements. Work with Scottish Government to ensure an understanding of the requirements for the development of a sustainable financial model for the organisation. What you'll need to succeed As a member of the Executive Management team you will be both a role model of the organisation's values - Trusted, Enabling and Progressive and a leader in our values-led programme. The ideal candidate will, as a minimum, be educated Degree level (SCQF level 9) and be a fully qualified accountant (CCAB) with experience of operating at Executive level, ideally within the public sector. You will ideally have previous experience of successfully managing relationships within the public sector, including Government, and be able to demonstrate an understanding of both the Public Sector Procurement process and of public sector financial management controls. The ideal candidate will also: Possess experience of leading and delivering organisational change. Demonstrate commercial acumen and possess outstanding communication skills with people at all levels, and articulate the bigger picture in ways that are meaningful and engaging for all stakeholders. Actively demonstrate values-led leadership behaviours, and maintain a level of comfort and confidence in leadership in conflict situations and challenging circumstances. Possess experience of working with and over-coming business challenges and financial constraints. Highly developed persuading and influencing skills. Be decisive, adaptable and able to manage business pressures. Have the ability to maintain a strategic focus whilst managing business as usual operations. What you'll get in return The opportunity to be part of the Executive Management Team, led by the Chief Executive, contributing to the strategic development and direction of this internationally recognised, high profile organisation. The opportunity to support the implementation of the corporate plan that will take SQA into a new organisation. An excellent salary and benefits package including a generous pension and holiday entitlement. The role can be based in either SQA offices in Glasgow city centre or Dalkeith near Edinburgh with regular travel to the other. To apply please contact Sarah Gracie at Eden Scott Recruitment
